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Praise Cobra’s magic, TWU!
L.A. based illustrator & sketchbook junkie | NC → FL → CA | RCAD ’19 | My DMs open (for work, not weird stuff)
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Praise Cobra’s magic, TWU!
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
I disagree with her, but I respect her professionalism.
CIHstudios (@cihstudios.bsky.social) reposted
Casually thought I'd show off some of the letterings I've done over the years, some commissions, some personal, all hand drawn.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
My sister just passed her pharmacy tech exam. I asked if she can get me free tylenol and she said no. Honestly, kind of a waste.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Tried to carve out some time to draw yesterday, but the knife just bent. Cheap time I guess.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
Thank you, doctor
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes to both. It would be an ongoing position were you would design title logos.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, it’s paid.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
To clarify, this isn’t a one-off project or commission, it’s an actual job. My 9-5 is at an ad agency, and we’re looking to grow our design team. Work can be done remotely, but it’s a big plus if you’re in the L.A. area. Great fit if you’re comfortable in Illustrator and enjoy designing type/logos.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
Should be open now
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Hey artist friends! Anyone here with experience designing type / hand-lettering who’s looking for a job right now? DM me!
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
I tried to brainstorm my next project but the only ideas I had were “draw nothing” and “start a small farm.” Neither involves paper.
Gary Barker (@garybarker.bsky.social) reposted
Since there is new product based on our Garfield/Turtles mash-up 30+ years ago, I thought it was time for "Garfello" to return to the comics!!! Got a bunch of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle blank covers. Here is the first one. Thanks!
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Posted my drawing and somebody asked if it was “abstract?” I told them yes, it’s abstract disappointment. They unfollowed me like a professional.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Finally done. I hope everyone appreciates the orb because I had to google “how to draw circle” 14 times. #illustration #comic #drawing #penandink #wizard #art @truegrittexture.bsky.social
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Four colors stacked like pancakes. Delicious for your eyeballs. #characterdesign #drawingtips #tutorial #artcommunity #illustration @truegrittexture.bsky.social
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Please help me name this wizard. I want something mystical, like “Frank.” Serious suggestions only. #characterdesign #drawingtips #tutorial #artcommunity #illustration
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Trying out some new brush pens! Apologies if I mispronounce anything, I haven’t spoken since 2003. #art #penandink #brushpen #review #drawing
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Drew some little guys, nothing serious #sketch #drawing #doodle #comic #littleguy #art
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Sometimes I just like to draw little guys idk why. Anyway, this is Crandall. #art #drawing #doodle #littleguy
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
It is, but my therapist keeps insisting on calling it “a cry for help.”
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
I feel like I've been posting my art into the void for years now, but on the bright side the void has been very supportive. It keeps echoing back "nice."
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
My version of that is convincing myself that 14 donuts is "meal prep."
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
Totally. I’ll be minding my own business and suddenly remember a random cashier calling me "buddy" in a way that didn’t feel very buddy-like.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
Same here. I click thinking it's a potential friend, but it's just another spam account asking if i want to be rich by Thursday. Buddy, I don't even want to be rich by Saturday.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Fun fact: Elvis invented sandwiches. Before him, people just ate bread separate. I got to meet him once at Walmart, but he was shorter because he wasnt wearing the hair. #art #drawing #elvis #sketch #comic
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James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Time is a meat grinder and I'm the sausage. I keep begging the clock to stop but it just screams at me. I tried to smother it with a towel, but it screamed louder through the fabric. #comic #art #drawing #penandink #humor
🎃🧟♂️Zombuddy🧟🎃 (@budbuddyguy.bsky.social) reposted
Just found out my vape is literally just a can of Axe body spray???
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
#notasponsor
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
TMDWU
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
[2/2]… If you’re reading this and going through something similar, please know you don’t have to do it alone. Reach out.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
It’s worth noting that back when I was getting sober, I watched a lot of KingCobraJFS. I think that I sort of saw him as a dark reflection of what could’ve been. Anyone who followed him knows he struggled with alcoholism, and I really wish he could’ve gotten the help he needed… [1/2]
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
Nice, you got one before he got a lathe and started making tiny table legs. TWU My wife has a Cobracraft Wands t-shirt. Definitely a prized possession.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
Appreciate it 🙏🙏🙏 I just started posting on Bluesky recently, but feel free to check my IG out too.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
Fuck 2025
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
I agree. He had such an iconic face.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Confirmed by his dad — KingCobraJFS has passed away. RIP sweet prince. Sharing a handful of Cobes doodles l've made over the years. Somehow, he always found his way into my sketchbook, becoming a strange kind of muse whenever I was stuck for ideas. You better not make me miss you, boy! #kingcobrajfs
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Sometimes the baby uses me as a chair and sometimes as a floor. Same job.
Inkwell (@inkwell.bsky.social) reposted
Despite enjoying my time at art school, I find it hard to suggest degree programs to those who are seeking work in the art industry New video about the current issues within higher art education atm youtu.be/3eDrzbVeJzA?...
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social) reply parent
Ahhh thank you!! So glad you like it
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Quick process vid of my painting of @grockallschmidt.bsky.social #georgrockallschmidt #digitalart #painting #procreate #timelapse
CIHstudios (@cihstudios.bsky.social) reposted
Reposting with alt text. Shares very much appreciated! cihstudios.com/contact
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
It’s got a hip tang! A portrait of one of my favorite YouTubers, Georg Rockall-Schmidt. @grockallschmidt.bsky.social #georgrockallschmidt #art #painting #portrait #digitalart #youtuber
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Huh, I guess we’re not so different after all #art #drawing #sketch #caveman #humor #funny
dfm (@cthonicyouth.bsky.social) reposted
Day 9: a little #necromancy #aughost #aughost2025 @therealaughost.bsky.social
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
A portrait of a friend.
James Smolko (@jamessmolkoart.bsky.social)
Do I look like I know what a Labubu is? #jdvance #kingofthehill #labubu #art #drawing #digitalart