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**bcarman** · March 5th, 2009, 10:46 AM

So I figure it's been long enough since I have contributed here in any meaningful way. Of course once you see my work you might think I still need to contribute in some meaningful way. I do have an excuse though; every time I try this I seem to screw it up somehow. This time I am determined. And even though my work is a little different, I'm hoping someone might enjoy it. I also finally posted a gallery. CA is a great place.

http://billcarman.blogspot.com

**GDonaldson** · March 5th, 2009, 10:53 AM

not sure what Im looking at but its certainly very well executed

**FireHazard** · March 5th, 2009, 11:10 AM

I really enjoy the whimsical feel of your work, Good Job, keep it up.

**RedSquirrel** · March 5th, 2009, 11:18 AM

Ha! I really like these. I love the second one especially.
Keep posting

**sourgasm** · March 5th, 2009, 02:28 PM

i love it. so odd and endearing. fits in well with the Ryden-esque, Juxtapoz kind of folks. cool process shots on your blog, too.

**bcarman** · March 5th, 2009, 05:51 PM

Yeah, I know it's not what we're used to seeing here but a new flavor now and then can't hurt. Thanks for the kudos and I've enjoyed the whole west coast art scene for quite awhile now, so Mark Ryden and Juxtapoz are right up my alley.

**SalOnimaruRem** · March 6th, 2009, 10:10 AM

niice i like all of them especially the rabbit one =}

**bcarman** · March 9th, 2009, 12:16 PM

Here are the front and back cover, and some chapter heads, for a teen fantasy novel by Kate Saunders,"The Little Secret". I re-did the third chapter head, too scary, but liked it anyway. I did them for Feiwel & Friends a division of Macmillan Publishing. The novel will be released this Spring.

http://billcarman.blogspot.com

**bluefooted** · March 9th, 2009, 01:48 PM

Your work is simply magical! Thanks for posting.

**Chris Bennett** · March 9th, 2009, 02:51 PM

I just love this work! I don't know why you are worried about the 'meaningful' bit - the meaningfullness of this work is precisely what distinguishes it!
I'm absolutely nuts about the 'octopus thingy in the deep sea diver's helmet' one!
I also like the way you do not let your imagination be lead by vigilance of your style. Beautiful work!

**J.Isphording** · August 27th, 2009, 11:25 AM

Originally Posted by bluefooted

Your work is simply magical! (...)

Yes indeed! This is one of those threads which are not "just" extraordinary. You go one step further and open doors to new inspiration! Love it!

**SeB C BiEn** · March 9th, 2009, 03:22 PM

Wow, great illustrations! I especially like the ones in your first post.
It's very refreshing to see something new and different from what is normally showed on the forums. Thank you for sharing!

**Elwell** · March 9th, 2009, 03:53 PM

Originally Posted by bcarman

So I figure it's been long enough since I have contributed here in any meaningful way.

Too long.

Originally Posted by bcarman

CA is a great place.

Now it's even better.

**bcarman** · March 9th, 2009, 05:46 PM

Thanks all. Chris, the meaningful thing is about me coming here but contributing only small comments here and there. Hopefully I will be contributing more from here on out. I like this place.

**efortune357** · March 10th, 2009, 03:07 AM

Bill, Beautiful Work!!! You have such a distinct voice. Thanks for sharing

**Nubb** · March 10th, 2009, 04:26 AM

Oooh! Now that was a pure magic! One of the most charming pieces I've seen around here. Bravo!

**bcarman** · March 10th, 2009, 08:56 PM

Eric, thanks. And I'll keep sharing if you do.
Nubb, I always hope that people find magic in my work. Thanks.

**bcarman** · March 19th, 2009, 10:42 AM

I finished this last night. I really like having little pieces of wood and masonite around me so I can do these while working on larger projects.

**wheezy** · March 19th, 2009, 12:23 PM

Unique and pleasant to the eyes. Refreshing.

**psychoboy** · March 19th, 2009, 03:11 PM

amazing concepts/ style, you roll with it man.

esp. the biker & his pet octopus, brilliant one

**Giorge** · March 19th, 2009, 06:06 PM

damn , great style

**HunterKiller_** · March 19th, 2009, 06:35 PM

Beautiful.

**Elwell** · March 19th, 2009, 08:22 PM

Love that last one.

**bcarman** · March 20th, 2009, 09:34 PM

Thanks you guys. Tristan, that last piece was one that just came together fast, about a day and a half. Sometimes those are the best.

**Fellah.** · March 21st, 2009, 04:40 AM

Love it all!

**bcarman** · April 1st, 2009, 10:59 AM

I'm working on a story for a comic anthology. This will be page two.

**mr. m** · April 1st, 2009, 04:23 PM

you are building a weird but beautiful world for yourself.
great stuff! thanks for sharing!

**Emperor** · April 1st, 2009, 04:45 PM

This is amazing, it's really really well done.
Quite a few of these remind me of some of Dali's work in a very pleasing way. The elongated legs is perhaps the clearest example

Also the bee/wasp reminds me a bit of the style of some of M.C. Escher's work.
Keep up the good work

!

**carakhan** · April 1st, 2009, 06:01 PM

I LOVE the octopus lady and her glasses. The tentacles have a great specular quality. And your designs are very whimsical, I like them a lot. I also like your newest! The scale works great, love the teeth.

**bcarman** · April 2nd, 2009, 08:18 PM

Thanks you guys. I love the weird little world I'm building and before long it won't be so little anymore. It's nice that people enjoy things a little off the beaten path.

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