The Daily Forlorn

I know the pieces I worked on for this were super fun to do, and I’m sure the whole book will be more of the same enjoyable insanity. Order it! (Regram @scottaukerman) ・・・ HUGE NEWS: - COMEDY BANG! BANG!: The Podcast: The BOOK! - A full-color extravaganza, with all of your favorites from the show contributing text pieces, ads, board games, and MORE! - Coming April 2023 - To pre-order the signed edition (or order the regular edition from your favorite retailer), go to CBB World dot com slash book! https://www.instagram.com/p/Ci3CTh5vdx1/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Truly (at Pasadena, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CgX1zVLP2Ss/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

It was a pleasure and an honor to create this poster for Linoleum from @colincolincolincolin starring @jimgaffigan & @rheaseehorn (and a performance from the always phenomenal Tony Shalhoub). If you get a chance to see this film at @sxsw this weekend (or any other time!) don’t miss it. Colin’s created something truly magical with this film. (Regram: @jimgaffigan) ・・・ I love this poster for Linoleum. Premiering at @sxsw @rheaseehorn @colincolincolincolin @chadsimpson.jpeg @katelynnacon @chaddwithtwods @amyhargreavesofficial @michaelianblack #tonyshalloub @spacebrogabe https://www.instagram.com/p/CbBJpSsPVjV/?utm_medium=tumblr

Sketching/storyboarding while watching moody german films. #saturdaynightpartytime (at Pasadena, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CVH6v3cr6Re/?utm_medium=tumblr

Rare non-work late night doodle (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CSBmnpmreW-/?utm_medium=tumblr

A few weeks ago, my buddies Joe and Chris, the comedy gold duo @buttsketch, posted the AMAZING pilot they wrote, The Twins. (Go to their profile and read it immediately because it’s the funniest!) I was fortunate enough to work with them to design the look of the show (that the powers that be passed on, sadly). Joe and Chris posted some versions of that artwork, but here are some designs from ANOTHER version of the show that is even weirder (like The Twins but throw in a nuclear apocalypse for fun). Please enjoy these weirdos. (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/COoSdJHD0Tq/?igshid=n7ji2tlwyyxo

Writing for and directing the endlessly talented @iamstevienelson (and all our insanely brilliant cast, including @chris_fairbanks and @phoebebottoms) on this was the highlight of just-before-plague times. Can’t wait to get out there and make more like this.(Regram @iamstevienelson) ・・・ a little clip from a pilot i got to do before the pandemic with @chris_fairbanks - directed by the very talented @forlornfunnies, produced by @jessicakelley___ 🖤 context: we hooked up and he lied to me (a classic hollywood romance) (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CNc_F6pD3_b/?igshid=tjdn58difuvx

A year ago yesterday we lost one of the kindest souls and greatest artists, @jasonpolan. I was lucky enough to call him a friend and will always miss him. In this past year of isolation, his art of observation, joy, and community has meant all the more to me, and yesterday I was thinking about how he was so close to pure artiststry and creativity that this was one of the reasons why it felt like he was someone who would always be there. And it’s one of many reasons his work will always endure. If you love Jason’s work too, there are a couple new ways to enjoy it: check out Uniqlo’s new collection and tribute to him, and you can preorder the new collection of his Every Person in New York project (hands down one of the best art projects ever) from @dashwood_books, designed by @hansseeger. Or more importantly, share something creative with the rest of the world and spread some joy and wonder. Jason did that every minute of the day and we were all so lucky to experience his example. https://www.instagram.com/p/CKmJRCPDPFj/?igshid=12mmh42trest8

Testing out the Huion 22 Plus, portrait mode (flipping the monitor settings 270 degrees so I can draw on this like god (Bristol board) intended), on the drafting table. Verdict: fun. Blame but thanks: @malachiward for indirectly giving me the idea for this setup. (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKcnhvVji-M/?igshid=1hmpp5fls5xhd

This was just a test piece I was working on anyway, but it felt like my mood today: sitting there a little stunned, not knowing what to feel, because you’re a little out of practice feeling it. Not really knowing how to process the feeling of today, after four years of constant, ascending anxiety. Trying to figure out what to do with this feeling of... good news? Adult humans speaking like adult humans? (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CKTVY4Jj8AA/?igshid=d69czwphfw16

General mood/the only way I’m stepping out any time soon (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJ-lY-fj__7/?igshid=14nflivyna2c0

Drawing on... paper? Didn’t even have to update the os or check for compatibility with my pencil. This new technology is great. #hellooldfriend #likeanipadbutflatterandlighterandmadeofpaper (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CJU9h5iDKwt/?igshid=1kgi32uoghn9o

WeekendEyeballz/current self portrait (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGjg8Z5Dkws/?igshid=1107h5phenunz

As usual, I had a ton of fun working on branding with @dynastytypewriter superstars @flammydavisjr and @vanessahope to come up with this secret society/midcentury scifi/strange textbooks vibes logo for their new online undertaking. (And yes, for the logo heads that think this is too illustrative and complex for most uses, there’s a simplified version too... we got you covered, nerd!) Check out the courses and support an amazing LA venue! (Regram @flammydavisjr ) ・・・ The short version: It sure is unideal to be in the theater business during a pandemic! But like so many others, since this all started we've tried to remain resilient and optimistic and work with our team to innovate and expand in new ways. Financially, the results have varied so far, and there's certainly a long road ahead for all of us in this biz, but we've been so lucky to have such a supportive community of audience and artists who are doing what they can to keep the Dynasty dream alive. One such way is in helping us LAUNCH A FLARPIN' SCHOOL! Yes, it's true! We're super excited to announce the opening of The Dynasty Enchantiversity! We're working with some of our favorite people to offer online classes in a variety of subjects and we're genuinely excited about our first batch of offerings! A 4 week stand-up class with Cameron Esposito! A 4 week personal essay writing class with Dave Holmes! A one day pilot pitch seminar with Brent Forrester! A 2 hour improvisation class with Reggie Watts! (more details on that one forthcoming.) And hopefully there will be a lot more coming soon. In typical Dynasty fashion we're trying to make every aspect of the Enchantiversity experience magical and we want everyone who takes a course with us to leave feeling educated, enriched, and OF COURSE, enchanted. Check them out if you can on the Dynasty website! And as always, I am sending love to everyone going through all the things. 20fucking20. (Enchantiversity Logo by the amazing @forlornfunnies who did our original DT logo) (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGHANDEjZo-/?igshid=1kg7kuoht715w

This was a poster/image I made for absolutely no reason other than the fact that I love @buttsketch and think that @joemcadam and @chrispystephens are the funniest duo out there. I suppose my idea was that they could use it at a “show” where “people” would “gather.” That used to be a thing! But then: the world went to poop and masks became the devil, etc. Anyway, they’re doing a streaming show Friday, August 14th for/at (what are time and space now?) @dynastytypewriter So check it out and enjoy some good ol’ Butt. (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDxrUEtjwaX/?igshid=va0xyvz6imjr

It feels strange to have good news to share these days, but now that this is officially announced I can share that I’m Art Director for this series at Netflix! Jon and Jonas are genius writers (Norsemen is so insanely good... if you haven’t seen it, please right that wrong) and it’s an honor to work with them on this. We’ve got an amazing team building this world... can’t wait for people to see Captain Fall! #animation #netflixanimation #captainfall #norsemen (at Los Angeles, California) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDUVLP1jGit/?igshid=l17uyfkgralf

Comedy Bang! Bang! super fan Simon went for the deep cut with this Lemur Scribe tattoo. Turned out well enough that I’m willing to overlook the uncouth relocation of the inkwell. #tattoo #comedybangbang #stuffthatwasonawallonatvshowbutisnowonyourbody #quills https://www.instagram.com/p/CDFmnHQjunR/?igshid=1fkhsep4u7lmk