I Specialize in Illustration and Printmaking. Originally from New Orleans, LA and currently working in Dallas, TX. BFA in Graphic Design and Print Production from Louisiana Tech. Pretty much always been creative. I remember as a kid I would draw all the time in my sketchbooks and collect books on how to draw cartoons like The Simpsons, Manga, Mythical creatures, and Superheroes.

My childhood is the foundation of my work. Particularly I'm inspired by artists like Jacob Lawrence, Elmer Cecil Stoner, Matt Baker, Walter Wick, Martin Handford, Jared Lee, Larry Gonick, Gary Panter, Matt Groening, Aaron Draplin. All my work is informed by fandom for nostalgia, lowbrow art, monsters, fashion, nature, music, and film.

Instagram: @larry_pleasant

I love character design and being able to create full environments where the subject can interact. Conceptually my illustrations are intended to be whimsical and uplifting. Whenever I draw something new I challenge myself while also staying consistent. I'm so fortunate I have the opportunity and space to create work that excites me and drives my passion for illustration.

Currently, my process involves an HB Pencil, Sketchbook Paper, Scanner, Drawing Tablet, and Adobe Photoshop. Colors are a major factor in my work. I wanna make art that's cohesive yet cluttered with detailed linework. One of my favorite parts of being an Illustrator is being a visual problem solver.

I get a huge sense of fulfillment when drawing and witnessing my work come to life. What I enjoy about making art is being able to create something that can incite an engagement with others and can potentially build relationships. My dream is to make timeless illustrations full-time that uplift the viewer and interest a large demographic.

Where would you like your work to take you?

Ultimately my dream would be to have my own animated cartoon series that could potentially be streamed Worldwide.

Which part of your creative process do you enjoy most?

Being able to convert my work into tangible objects that require interaction is extremely enjoyable to me.

Where do you draw inspiration from?

Currently I'm finding the majority of my inspiration from nostalgia and current pop-cultural references.

What piece of music would you say compliments your work the most?

I would have to say the entire album "Diver" by Poshdog definitely compliments my work.

Can you list a couple other creatives/friends/people you look to for inspiration?

Other creatives that inspire me include Andy J Pizza, Tony Riff, FRKO, Dalton Stark, Lofty 305, Poshgod, Zack Fox, Action Bronson, Steven Rhodes, Haze Haywood, Lordlakim, Chris Pyrate, Jon Boam, Sam Taylor, Kyle Platts, Jesse Moynihan, Ghostshrimp, Andy Rementer, Craig Gleason, Wesley James, Boss Dog, Austin Cabbitt, Father Steve and Kerwin Frost.