the art of Will Terrell

I always like seeing where other artists work, what kind of setup they have, and what kind of space they’re using.  A few weeks ago I got around to taking photos of my workspace.  I share a studio space with a couple of other artists, and of course my wife.  We’re in one of the top floors of the tallest building in Lubbock.  Its got really nice views, and gorgeous sunsets.  I figured, if I’ve got to work some place every single day.  I might as well enjoy the view.

This is my desk and tool setup.  I use everything from airbrush to pen and ink.  And the drawing desk has a giant light table built into it.

My wife took a picture of me meeting Jeff Smith at Comic-Con last year.  I’m so glad she got the photo, cause the whole encounter was just a blur.  She framed the photo for me to put next to my desk so I’d always be inspired.  She’s pretty awesome.

And West Texas sunsets from my drawing desk.  Amazing…

If you’re an artist, what Kind of studio space do you work in?

-Will

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I did this illustration a couple of years ago for Phil Kerr Plumbing.  It was a fun drawing, except for trying to squeeze that little dog in there.  But this weekend, as I was leaving the studio, I drove past a van that had it plastered all over the side.  Being a freelance illustrator, I’ve had a lot of firsts in my career, this being one of them.  It was cool seeing the van, and without thinking I whipped a u-turn and followed the van till I could get a good photo.  I’m certain the driver thought I was nuts.

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I love sketching Old Dudes.  Its no secret.   Especially living in West Texas where Old Dudes are in and of themselves work of art for the caricature artist.  I was out at the Market Street last night with Amber sketching people, and the Olderly’s were out in full force.   This guy was one of my favorites.  I decided to paint him in Photoshop.  I want to do a whole scene of these guys.  But I still have lots of other work to be doing.  Maybe one of these days I’ll do a book of ‘em.

-Will

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Singles Awareness Day is coming up in a couple weeks.  I did the poster for the S.A.D. party last year too.  They’re fun to do.   Hopefully I can do more in the years to come.

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He had a cool face.  Very expressive!

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