The artist behind the beast

Hey, I’m James.
I draw things.

I’m a New York illustrator with roots in comic art, an obsession with dramatic storytelling, and a habit of turning a simple idea into something a little more ambitious than originally planned.

Bold inks, vibrant colors, strange creatures, larger-than-life heroes—if it has personality and a story to tell, I’m interested.

James Sullivan of Sketching the Beast smiling at his convention booth
Artist / professional doodler
James smiling and holding a colorful character illustration at a convention
From the convention floor
More than one kind of art

Big imagination.
Not much restraint.

I started in the world of comics, but I don’t believe an artist should be boxed into one genre. I’m always experimenting with character, atmosphere, composition, and a more painterly approach to illustration.

Some days that means fan-favorite characters. Other days it’s an original creature, a cinematic scene, or a story that only needs one image to make you curious about what happens next.

I take the art seriously. Myself? Not so much.

Whether we meet at a comic convention or you find something in my online gallery, I’m glad you’re here.

IN PERSON

Upcoming appearances.

Meet the artist and explore artwork at the booth.