MIKE WIERINGO PASSES AWAY

We have lost a great artist, person, and friend. When I was first started trying to get in the industry he was one of the artist that took the time to look at my work. He made me see how to have fun with my art and from that point on I wanted to draw like him.... sigh... I can't say enough in this text that would explain what Mike has meant to me and a ton of other artists.... He was so far ahead of his time... I just emailed him Saturday to thank him for his comments on some of my work... Today I will draw with a heavy heart.... This should help us all take time out and realize that we are truly fortunate to have the opportunity to do what we do as artists and creators... Mike you will be sorely missed....

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