Marc Johns

When you run out of stars, you can always use asterisks

I drew this on a post-it note about 4 years ago, and kept getting asked to make it into a print. It's an old favourite of mine, so I'm happy to do so.

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a reasonably successful coexistence

Ink and watercolour on paper, 8x10 inches. The original drawing is SOLD available.

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keytar on rollerskates

Ink and watercolour on paper, 8x10 inches. The original drawing is SOLD available.

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don't forget to play

Available as a signed print.

(and also iPhone cases and skins and framed prints and such)

Play is so good for you, especially if you are doing anything creative. We have two kids, so we are constantly reminded of the benefits.

I drew this in my sketchbook, was happy with it, then tried to draw it larger on nicer paper, and it didn't look as good. The magic that comes from the spontaneity of a sketch can sometimes be lost when trying to do a good copy. So I scanned my sketchbook.

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he had become obsessed with polka dots

Apparently, polka dots are hot this fall/winter fashion season.
Ink and watercolour on paper, 8x10 inches. The original drawing is available. (Check for other available drawings and signed prints.)

Here's a closeup:

ferns on sale

My first drawing ever about ferns and Laura Dern. Ink on 100% cotton paper, 8x10 inches. The original drawing is SOLD available.

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I have a crush on trees

When you live here in British Columbia, it's hard not to love trees. Gigantic, majestic, wise trees. If the statement "I have a crush on trees" sounds vapid and teenager-ish, well it's supposed to. But sometimes the language of a 13 year old is more effective than you think.

Ink on paper, 5x7 inches. The original drawing is SOLD available.

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snake eyes

Ink and watercolour on paper, 8x10 inches. The original drawing is SOLD available.

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ice cream cone tears are more delicious

Ink and watercolour on paper, 8x10 inches. The original drawing is SOLD available.

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if you were a chair, and you were tired

Ink and ink wash on paper (3 ply Bristol), 5x7 inches. The original drawing is SOLD available.

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