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Raymond van Barneveld Story

Comic book style story featuring darts legend Raymond van Barneveld for the 2019 PDC Premier League Programme.

The story is a tribute to ‘Barney’s’ 13 year roller-coaster career in the Premier League, before he retires at the end of 2019.

See pictures below…

Highlights include a nine dart finish in 2006…

another nine darter in 2010…

before finally winning the Premier League trophy in 2014.

Client: Professional Darts Corporation

Sadio, Bobby & Mo

Liverpool’s lethal front three, Sadio Mane, Roberto Firminho & Mo Salah celebrating yet another goal at Anfield.

‘Sadio, Bobby & Mo’ print available HERE

Novak Djokovic - Ace Heroes

Picture story charting Novak Djokovic’s incredible return to the top of the ATP world rankings. Commissioned by the LTA for their online ‘Ace Heroes’ series.

Client: LTA/Programmemaster

More illustrations below.

Al Pacino - Any Given Sunday Comic Book

Comic book interpretation of Al Pacino's famous 'Inches' speech from the 1999 Oliver Stone movie 'Any Given Sunday'. Pacino, playing Miami Sharks coach Tony D'Amato, inspires his players ahead of a crunch game in the play-offs...

Originally commissioned by NFL to appear in issue 1 of their online magazine ‘Overtime’. I’ve re-packaged it as a standalone web comic that you can VIEW HERE

Two more stories based on NFL movie scenes were also commissioned but unused:

Tom Cruise in ‘Jerry Maguire’ - Show me the Money Scene - VIEW HERE

Adam Sandler in ‘The Waterboy’ - Needle Dick Scene - VIEW HERE

England World Cup Sketchbook 2018

Illustrated highlights from England’s courageous journey to the World Cup Semi-finals in Russia 2018.

Drawings include Manager Gareth Southgate, goals from Captain Harry Kane, Jesse Lingard, Kieran Trippier, Dele Alli, John Stones, and Harry Maguire, plus Jordan Pickford's penalty save, England songs, and a bit of dancing!

SEE SKETCHBOOK HERE!

Kieran Trippier Goal - Croatia v England 2018

World Cup Semi-final 2018. Kieran Trippier’s fantastic free kick gives England the perfect start, but Croatia claw their way back and finally break English hearts winning 2-1 in extra-time.

So the dream is over, but Gareth Southgate’s young lions have restored pride in the national football team.

John Stones Goal - England v Panama 2018

John Stones’ header thunders into the net from Kieran Trippier’s flighted corner. England’s first goal in a memorable 6-1 victory over Panama at the 2018 World Cup.

Jordan Pickford - England Penalty Save

World Cup 2018. Columbia 1 v 1 England, penalty shootout 3-3…

England keeper Jordan Pickford leaps and paws away Carlos Bacca’s spot-kick!

Seconds later Eric Dier converts his penalty, and England are through to the quarter-finals!

A Day Like No Other Comic Book

Sunday 13th May 2012.

Manchester City are poised to win their first league title since 1968.

All City need is a home win against relegation threatened QPR… Surely nothing can go wrong now?

Follow the story in this Graphic Comic Book of the most incredible day in Manchester City’s history!

VIEW COMIC BOOK HERE!

NFL Oakland Raiders v Seattle Seahawks

Foldout A2 Souvenir Poster for Oakland Raiders v Seattle Seahawks NFL game at Wembley Stadium 2018, included in the Official Gameday Programme.

This first version with the fiery background colours is my favourite, although the second version with the blue background (see below) was the preferred NFL option.

Client: NFL, Programmemaster

Aguero

Manchester City's all time top goalscorer in Sergio Aguero in typically passionate celebration mode.

Split sky blue and claret design reflects City's home colours on the left, and away colours on the right.

Available as a PRINT in my SHOP

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Tweener Tennis Shot

Illustrations & Gif demonstrating the Tweener tennis trick shot, in collaboration with British Elite Performance Coach Simon Wheatley.

Client: ACE Magazine (LTA & Programmemaster)

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Jana Novotna Story

Picture story of Czech Republic tennis star Jana Novotna who finally won the Wimbledon singles final in 1998, after emotional defeats in 1993 and 1997.

Client: ACE magazine (LTA & Programmemaster)

*Also Johanna Konta cutout action illustration

* More illustrations below

Man Utd v Benfica 1968 European Cup Final

Print commemorating Man Utd's first European Cup victory in 1968. United & Benfica teams line up beneath Wembley's iconic twin towers before kick-off.

Players include Bobby Charlton, George Best & Eusebio. Swirling banners in the crowd feature legendary manager Matt Busby, Dennis Law (although he missed the final through injury), and Old Trafford's famous Stretford End.

Also includes match stats plus full United & Benfica starting line-ups.

** Available as a PRINT in my SHOP

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Roger Federer 20 Slams

Artwork for LTA's online Ace Magazine, focusing on tennis legend Roger Federer's incredible record 20 Grand Slams.

Client: LTA & Programmemaster

** More illustrations below

6 Nations Rugby 2018

Illustrations for 2018 Six Nations Rugby Magazine, telling the story of last season's tournament

From top: England v Italy, France v Scotland, followed by magazine cover & page illustrations.

Client: Programmemaster

A Day Like No Other

Sergio Aguero rips off his shirt and celebrates his last minute goal against QPR, and Manchester City's historic Premier League title win in 2012.

Captain Vincent Kompany, Yaya Toure, David Silva, Samir Nasri, Pablo Zabaleta & manager Roberto Mancini rush to join the party, in front of an ecstatic Etihad stadium.

The most dramatic finish to a season ever? - those who remember Arsenal 89 may disagree! 

**Available as a PRINT in my SHOP

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Heather Watson Ace Magazine 2018

Illustrations for the 'British Heroes' series in the LTA's digital Ace magazine.

From top: Heather Watson, Kyle Edmund

Client: Programmemaster

Arsenal 89 Comic

Designed as promotional material for the launch of the football film '89' in November 2017, this single page comic tells the incredible story behind Arsenal's last minute championship deciding victory against the mighty Liverpool at Anfield in 1989. 

The action concentrates on Arsenal's second goal, from keeper John Lukic's throw, Lee Dixon's pass, Alan Smith's turn and Michael Thomas' flick over Bruce Grobbelaar. 

Fantastic to be invited to the World Film Premiere of '89' in London, where I handed over a commemorative print to Arsenal legend & Executive Producer Lee Dixon.

Client: Organic Publicity, Universal Pictures

**A re-designed version of this artwork 'It's up for grabs now!' is available in my SHOP (Limited edition of 89 Prints)

**See more below

 

Juninho Pernambucano

My contribution to Scott McRoy's brilliant book 'Club 99' inspired by the Pro Evolution Soccer computer game in the early 2000's, featuring illustrations of an elite group of football legends.

My legend was Brazilian dead-ball master Juninho Pernabucano, pictured here sizing up his options for Olympique Lyonnais.

Hurri-Kane

Spurs & England striker Harry Kane, in comic book super hero style.

**See more below

**This PRINT is available in my SHOP

Roberto Baggio Comic

I recently illustrated this Roberto Baggio Comic for the launch of the Italian maestro's new Diadora 'Matchwinner' boots at Pro:Direct's flagship store in London.  

The comic tells the story of Roberto's career highlights, and comes up to date with his visit to London.

As well as print copies, the comic was also displayed on interactive screens, and my artwork used for the instore graphics.

Legendary 'Football Italia' TV presenter James Richardson hosted an entertaining Q&A session...

and finally the best bit, when I handed over a framed print to the 'Divine Ponytail' himself!

Client: Diadora, Pro:Direct

READ ROBERTO BAGGIO COMIC HERE!

David De Gea

The idea here was to show Man Utd keeper David de Gea from a striker's point of view - arms and hands everywhere, blocking off the goal.

*Available as a print in my SHOP

Hal Robson-Kanu Goal

Hal Robson-Kanu's fantastic goal for Wales v Belgium at Euro 2016.

To add a narrative element I broke the action down into 3 stages, first the Cruyff turn, then the clinical finish, and finally the beaming goal celebration.

*I've also designed a Hal Robson-Kanu print available in my SHOP

(See below)

Argentina v Croatia Programme

Programme cover illustration for the international friendly between Argentina and Croatia, featuring a expressive Lionel Messi goal celebration.

I also illustrated international programme covers for Italy v Nigeria, and USA v Columbia

Clients: Programmaster, USA Soccer Federation

(see below) 

Ronaldo Action

Real Madrid striker Cristiano Ronaldo in explosive shooting action.

*Alternative Ronaldo print available in my SHOP

(See below)

Wayne Rooney Goal

One of the greatest ever Premiership goals - this spectacular over-head kick from Wayne Rooney won the Manchester derby in 2011.

**See more below

**This PRINT is available in my SHOP

Dennis Bergkamp Goal

Another all time great Premiership goal, Dennis Berkamp's fantastic flick, swivel and finish for Arsenal against Newcastle in 2002.

**See more below

**This PRINT is available in my SHOP

West Ham Captains

Illustrated promotional material marking West Ham's move from Upton Park to their new home at the London Stadium.

Legendary Hammers captain from the 60's and 70's Bobby Moore hands over to current skipper Mark Noble.

Client: Programmemaster, West Ham United

Bobby Moore Truck Graphics

Global haulage company Fairexx Logistics asked me to design the vehicle graphics for their Essex based truck.

As well as West Ham and England captain Bobby Moore, the brief included West Ham's old Upton Park ground, the George Cross, and English roses.

Client: Fairexx Logistics

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Spurs Postcard Collection

The Official Spurs Postcard Collection - 50 classic illustrated postcards in a natty presentation box.

The collection includes Tottenham legends from the past, Danny Blanchflower, Jimmy Greaves, Pat Jennings, right through to current stars Christian Eriksen and Hugo Lloris.

Client: Tottenham Hotspur, Vision Sport Publishing

(See below)

Gareth Bale Wales

Welsh legend Gareth Bale in characteristic goal celebration.

3 Amigos - Barcelona

Messi, Saurez and Neymar, Barcelona's best ever striking combination? Great while it lasted.

*This 'Tres Amigos - Barcelona' print is available in my SHOP

Celtic Champions '67 Print Collection

I designed a series of 4 prints to celebrate Celtic's European Cup triumph in Lisbon 1967. 

The first combines the lyrics to the Celtic '67 song, with the Celtic and Inter Milan line-ups, and the picturesque tree-lined Lisbon stadium.

Second print focuses on all eleven victorious Celtic players plus legendary manager Jock Stein, parading the European cup trophy.

The third print combines elements from the first two prints...

And the final print features Celtic's greatest player Jimmy 'Jinky' Johnstone, in characteristic action, skipping past defenders and unleashing a ferocious shot.

*All these Celtic '67 prints are available in my SHOP

(See below)

John Terry - Captain, Leader, Legend

A commemorative montage print celebrating JT's Chelsea career.

*This print is available in my SHOP

Eight Club Miscellany Bookcovers

Eight illustrated book covers for Arsenal, Aston Villa, Chelsea, Everton, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United and Newcastle Miscellanies.

Client: Vision Sport Publishing

(See below)

Steven Gerrard Action

Limited colours action portrait of Liverpool legend Steven Gerrard in front of the Anfield stadium.

I used a similar approach for Arsenal's Ian Wright unleashing a thunderbolt shot at the old Highbury Stadium.

(See below)

Rangers v Celtic Programme Cover

This was a great opportunity - to illustrate the Programme cover for the game between Scotland's deadliest rivals Rangers and Celtic, in the Betfred Cup semi-final at Hampden Park.

Top half - Rangers' Martyn Waghorn, bottom half Celtic's Scott Sinclair

I also illustrated several more Scottish programmes, including the Betfred Cup Final, and the Irn Bru Cup Final.

Client: Scottish Professional Football League, Programmemaster

(See below)

United Review - Man Utd v Arsenal

Manchester United requested a retro look to this Programme Cover for their game against Arsenal at Old Trafford.

The handshake design, player kits and match ball echo the look of United Review Covers from the sixties. So no logos, no badges, no coloured boots, and a plain white ball!

Client: Manchester United, Trinity Mirror

(See below)

Raymond van Barneveld Story

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Sadio, Bobby & Mo

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Novak Djokovic - Ace Heroes

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Al Pacino - Any Given Sunday Comic Book

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England World Cup Sketchbook 2018

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Kieran Trippier Goal - Croatia v England 2018

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John Stones Goal - England v Panama 2018

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Jordan Pickford - England Penalty Save

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A Day Like No Other Comic Book

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NFL Oakland Raiders v Seattle Seahawks

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Aguero

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Tweener Tennis Shot

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Jana Novotna Story

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Man Utd v Benfica 1968 European Cup Final

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Roger Federer 20 Slams

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6 Nations Rugby 2018

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A Day Like No Other

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Heather Watson Ace Magazine 2018

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Arsenal 89 Comic

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Juninho Pernambucano

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Hurri-Kane

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Roberto Baggio Comic

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David De Gea

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Hal Robson-Kanu Goal

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Argentina v Croatia Programme

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Ronaldo Action

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Wayne Rooney Goal

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Dennis Bergkamp Goal

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West Ham Captains

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Bobby Moore Truck Graphics

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Spurs Postcard Collection

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Gareth Bale Wales

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3 Amigos - Barcelona

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Celtic Champions '67 Print Collection

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John Terry - Captain, Leader, Legend

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Eight Club Miscellany Bookcovers

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Steven Gerrard Action

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Rangers v Celtic Programme Cover

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United Review - Man Utd v Arsenal

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