Ron Borresen

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Caricature of two detectives holding badge with Dragnet text

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Caricature of George Washington in colonial uniform by Ron Borresen

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Ron Borresen illustration of a playful green T-Rex tiptoeing

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Good mood from Florida

A colorful picture sheet from comics and cartoons to children's books.

Based on the Gulf Coast of Florida, Ron Borresen is an artist and illustrator whose lively, demonstrative characters bring a bright and positive vibe to some of North America’s biggest names in technology, as well as magazines, newspapers and children’s publishers. His career began when he won the Most Artistic award in Mrs McCalister’s third grade class and now, many years later, he creates expressive, character-based artwork for a range of media brands. Being from Florida, he trained at one of the state’s finest creative institutions, the Ringling College of Art and Design in Sarasota – a place where art, culture and beautiful weather merge into one.

Approach

For Ron the process is simple – he draws it then he paints it digitally using his computer and graphics tablet.

Style

Ron’s drawing style is simply based on how he sees people. He likes to bring out larger than life expression and humour in the characters when he draws them, while his painting technique brings them to life with depth and bold colours. There’s action, emotion and pageantry in his style, which makes it feel larger than life.

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What drew you to illustration/design?It's what I do and what I love. So I might as well earn a living at what I love to do.Do you have any formal design training?Graduate of Ringling College and design, Illustration Major.Where are you originally from? Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, USA. Where do you live now & what drew you there? Palmetto, Florida, USA. While going to college, which happens to be right up the road, I came to love the bay area of Florida. Where is your studio and can you describe it for me? My studio is in the back of our home. But actually it is in shambles right now. I am in the middle of redecorating it. New paint, furniture and equipment. Describe the view from your studio window? The best view from my studio is my kids playground. It reminds me of the two little ones I work so hard for.Who or What is your biggest inspiration? My wife and kids, I never want to let them down. How do you get your ideas? They can come from anywhere for me. Walking down the street, reading a book, doodling, and there one is. What are your interests outside of illustration?Pro Wrestling, the male soap opera. What is the first record you bought? KISS, Kiss Alive II. I still remember going to the record store to buy it. Back when there was records and record stores for that matter. Tell us about a favourite project you've recently completed. I actually just completed a 7 page spread for National Geographic. Based on the adventures of two explorers in Yellowstone National Park. It was a little different than what I usually do. It was my style but in a graphic novel setting. A lot of work, but ended up really nice in the end. What would be your dream job/commission? Major magazine cover, maybe Time, Rolling Stone, or The New Yorker. Who are your illustration heroes? C.F. Payne, Mark Fredrickson and Peter de Seve. Who are your musical heroes? Elvis, Johnny Cash and anything by "The Rat Pack".

Favourites

Art Equipment/Tool: Indigo blue Col-Erase pencil Food: Anything bar-b-qued Drink: Arnold Palmer (non-alcoholic), Glenlivet Single Malt Scotch Whisky

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Colorful parrot in Rastafari colors wearing a yellow shirt by Ron Borresen

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Moses parting the Red Sea with crowd escaping at night by Ron Borresen

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Animated sea animals playing soccer in stadium with goal and crowd

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Boy climbing a red ninja warrior wall with determination

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Two children hugging a woman outdoors near white fence by Ron Borresen

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Cartoon turtle wearing cowboy hat, boots, and blue bandana

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Animal Rabbit art for Euromoney Magazine

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Cartoon teddy bear illustration by Ron Borresen

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Ron Borresen

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Illustration of Alfred Hitchcock in a bathrobe near a blood-splattered bathtub by Ron Borresen

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Happy cartoon otter holding a large rainbow trout fish

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Cartoon cat in orange overalls standing on a path near Hackney sign

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Cartoon duck with pink bow sitting on golden egg in London park by Ron Borresen

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Happy cartoon turtle cowboy wearing hat, boots, and bandana waving

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children digital illustration of pirates

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Red seaplane flying over dock, ocean, and trees at sunset by Ron Borresen

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Children illustration of anthropomorphic Fox and Rooster

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Children illustration Santa flying in air

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Smiling gorilla sitting at night with full moon and jungle foliage

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Character design of fox with purple glasses

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Cartoon cowboy holding spaghetti with meatball in desert

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Three children approach a glowing clown funhouse entrance at night, artist Ron Borresen

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Large shark approaches boat with three people fishing on calm sea

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Cartoon turkeys reading books near a window with autumn scene

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Cartoon trio playing guitar, bass, and drums in retro style

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Caricature of three male crooners with microphones and drinks by Ron Borresen

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Turtle in cowboy attire playing a guitar while sitting on a rocking chair

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Character design of politician giving speech

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Frying Squirrels illustration by Ron Borresen

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Illustration of Chocolate Alligator product box

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"Jack and the Beans Stalk" book cover design

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Paul Bunyan and Babe the big blue ox graphic art

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Selected Clients

Verizon, Rolling Stone, National Geographic, Food Network Canada, Harcourt Publishing, New York Times Media, Orlando Weekly and Drum Circle Distillery