Hobo of the Month

So, the next time you are standing in front of Ramiro’s admiring the typography on their sign, why not step inside and pick yourself up a tasty order to go? I recommend the chorizo plate with beans, rice & tortillas. Yum. Eee. You’ll probably want to go sooner rather than later, before Sherriff Joe & Company decide to raid the place.

Well, Bs & Gs, hope you enjoyed this month’s thrilling installment of “Hobo of the Month”. Mark your calendars and set your watches for the next time, when we will once again feature your second all time favorite typeface, Hobo Standard! 

Richard Huante Design & Illustration

Buying Better Brands

 

When painting or drawing with traditional media, it’s always a good idea to use high quality materials. In the example above, I used cheaper, student grade Sap Green watercolor on the left. On the right, I used professional quality Holbein watercolor in the same color. Notice the difference in vibrancy and clarity. This becomes particularly evident when the colors are dry.

The obvious drawback to purchasing name brands is the higher cost. However, these paints are so loaded with pigment, you will almost always have to tone down the color, as it is too powerful straight from the tube. This means using more medium and less paint, saving you money in the long run. It also gives you a good reason to charge higher prices for your artwork. If you suddenly find yourself making too much money from your commissions, go ahead and send those extra funds my way; don’t worry about any inconvenience it may cause me. 

Richard Huante Design & Illustration