The nice guys over @ BOMBING SCIENCE asked me to judge a “sketch battle” -Ironic since I almost never sketch and dont even own a blackbook… but I gave it a shot. Thanks to all of the guys who sent in your sketches, there were some really nice efforts in there from some kids that show some real potential!
And here are my picks…
1. RODES
-Even though i think this guy misread the word and did a “WAXS” piece it is by far my favorite. -great style! -it is original, and has some cool flavor; all while maintaining a solid “foundation” in its letter form. -executed very well and clean with a few nice touches to finish it off and give it character. -and the handstlyes look solid!
-like to see more from this guy.
2. BRAKO
-Great style! -i especially dig that funny little whip-n-roll going into the arrow on the left. Personally i feel the lower half of the”S” needs to swing out to the right a bit further, and would benifit from a bit more weight on the bottom but its understandable considering the size of the page. Again, nice hand.
-solid.
3. THEN
-just a good, well balanced piece. the letters are pretty solid and it has a few nice little touches. -a bit “wonky” in a few spots but decent nonetheless. And again!… good hand.
R.
