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This past summer, my daughter and I had the opportunity to work on a movie together, creating the end-credit animation. It was an amazing experience—not just creatively, but personally. We had a lot of fun collaborating, sharing ideas, and seeing our work come to life on screen. Moments like that are what make art so special.

Learn, Draw, and Create With Me Each Week If you love drawing cartoons or want to learn how to draw step by step, I invite you to join me on my Rumble channel , where I share fun, easy-to-follow art lessons for all ages. Each week, you’ll find new videos that walk you through drawing cartoons, characters, and backgrounds while learning helpful tips along the way. In these lessons, I break everything down into simple steps so anyone can follow along — whether you’re a beginner

I’ve been having a blast creating a fresh batch of fun, colorful cartoon vegetables for a local gardening business. From happy carrots to leafy greens with big personalities, this project has been all about adding a little extra joy to the world of gardening. After all, vegetables deserve to have character too—especially when they’ve been working so hard growing in the dirt! contact me : johnmarc1@mac.com

Have you ever wondered how animators create those fun, expressive cartoon characters? In this week’s lesson, I’ll show you exactly how — step by step! You’ll learn how to start with simple shapes, build personality, and bring your drawing to life with bold outlines and color. After 40+ years in the art and animation world, I love sharing what I’ve learned with new artists. These lessons are fun, encouraging, and perfect for anyone who wants to grow their creative skills. 🎥 W