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Okay, so I took a little break to finish this beast of an illustration. This one was tough, but probably the one I'm most proud of. This took essentially 6 to 7 weeks to complete. I'm exhausted but excited to share it with you. Prints available in bio. Including a new glorious poster size. Again, there a so many people I wish I could have included, but I just drew the ones I wanted to highlight this year. I am a little bummed I didn't get highlight more icons individually, some of which you're not going to immediately recognize like Bass Reeves, Jesse Owens, and Langston Hughes. The rest are spot on so I don't feel the need to name them. Please let me know how you feel about this one. #kennethjfranklin . . . . . . #creativeuprising #goodmorningart #artwork_in_studio #arrtposts #testoftalent #creative_art_world #art_motive #sketch_dailydose #arts_promote #art_overnight #artbynights #arts_moonlight #artsupporters #dopeblackart #blackartistspace https://www.instagram.com/p/CLzjXPQhlD-/?igshid=1pq3tl2tme5f8

"Luck is a matter of preparation meeting opportunity." - Oprah Winfrey Today's cultural icon I wanted to celebrate for my #BlackHistoryMonth illustration is #OprahWinfrey and I'm going to be real with you. This one got away from me. Because she's had so many different looks and hairstyles and glasses, I couldn't nail down a definitive look for her. So that sucks. Especially since as a TV host, philanthropist, actress, author, Oscar nominee and 3 time Nobel Peace Prize winner, she deserved better. I'll try to tweak the resemblance before the month is over. #kennethjfranklin #dopeblackart #fortheculture https://www.instagram.com/p/CLF3fNJB5Ot/?igshid=h9nnuowgggk

"Do not fear mistakes. There are none." - MILES DAVIS "When the power of love overcomes the love of power the world will know peace." - JIMI HENDRIX Here's another double post of all star musicians as today's entry in my #BlackHistoryMonth illustration celebrating cultural icons. First up, is the literal epitome of cool and jazz legend, #MilesDavis followed by a close second in cool with master guitarist #JimiHendrix not gonna lie, the intensity of Miles Davis' stare has stared at me no matter the angle. Its equally terrifying and awesome. #kennethjfranklin https://www.instagram.com/p/CLpKbOPBBjq/?igshid=pblkgb8kj7wp

"Goliath + Elisa" Okay so here's my 2nd attempt at a gritty ink reboot of a beloved childhood cartoon. So I drew Goliath and Elisa from #Gargoyles. Remember that show? It was my jam back in the day. Hope it does get a reboot. I really played up the beauty and the beast vibe in my illustration. As you can see in the process shots. I originally gave him horns but as I progressed it proved to be too different from original design. Please let me know your thoughts. I'm not in love with the ink splatter but I think it's one of my personal best drawings ever. #kennethjfranklin . . . . . . #sharingart #comicart #disney #gargoyles #beautyandthebeast #illustration #geekartworld #comicshaber #comicbookart #fantasyart # https://www.instagram.com/p/CBMI4pHhB_J/?igshid=194sv5cn81wih

The journey so far with @victorialynnmyers #Fabercastell polychromos colored pencils are being added to the underpainting now. The pictures are pretty big so it has taken a while. A work in progress. #pinup #kennethjfranklin https://www.instagram.com/p/CJ6QgYphwW1/?igshid=17da4dsv228rk

#INKTOBER Day 20 Muse: Amanda Cerny Diggin these hat illustrations. Strong Patrick Nagel vibes on this one. And I swear each new day its a new favorite right now. Painted with Higgins black waterproof ink and #dalerrowney FW acrylic ink for the color. #kennethjfranklin #inktober2020 #fashion #fashionillustration #illustration #painting https://www.instagram.com/p/CGlgYpahgE9/?igshid=1diqcf8bldguq

Hello everyone. Sorry I've been gone for a good little while. Been preparing for a huge list of upcoming 2021 projects and generally taking a break after inktober. That shit wore me out more than expected. But im back now with this lovely family portrait just in time for Christmas. I always jump at the chance to draw the little ones. I don't draw kids and babies as much as I'd like, which sucks coz its so much fun. I think this turned out well. Its new owner is happy with it and is allowing me to share it with you fine people. MERRY CHRISTMAS everyone. #kennethjfranklin https://www.instagram.com/p/CIi352tBQsS/?igshid=1itqi14pjlp9e

#INKTOBER Day 18 Muse: @hymcfly Yeah, new favorite. Painted with Higgins black waterproof ink and #dalerrowney FW acrylic ink for the color. #kennethjfranklin #inktober2020 #fashion #fashionillustration #illustration #painting https://www.instagram.com/p/CGf-gbXB9YP/?igshid=hr3tw6xi3g23