Designer Paul Hainsworth loves… McBess
Often design is thought to be the work of computers and so it’s really refreshing to see someone holding on to more traditional felt pen illustration. McBess has an amazing talent of bringing out shadows and light using only one colour.
His distinctive black and white style is influenced by old cartoons such as Betty Boop and Merrie Melodies and his drawings often feature himself surrounded by surreal elements including food and musical instruments. His work has a truly nostalgic feel but with a fresh and modern twist.
See more of his work at http://mcbess.com/
McBees work reminds me of (local lad) Drew Millward: http://drewmillward.com/2012/gallery