Makin' Stuff While My Buddies Watch

Steven Novak

Makin' Stuff While My Buddies Watch

I did this illustration in college for a children’s book I had written. Honestly, I don’t even remember the name of it. (I know, that’s bad of me…bad Steve, BAD!)

I don’t remember it being all that good of a story anyway. Had something to do with a kid making a rocket ship, then going to space and having crazy adventures with space monsters. (Not exactly crazy-original).

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Makin' Stuff While My Buddies Watch by Steven Novak
  • TeriLee

    TeriLee

    You are so funny….this is increbidle!! Love all those blue eyes….wonderful!!!

  • Steven Novak replied

    There are a lot of blue eyes, aren’t there? In fact, it’s almost Nazi’ish. ;)

  • BLYTHART

    BLYTHART

    My main concern is this: does the world really look this way through your eyes Steven? :)) I’d love a slice of your imagination if you can spare any.

  • Steven Novak replied

    You mean your world isn’t full of crazy neon colored monsters Dave? Hmmm…weird. Maybe it’s just here in the states? ;)

  • Brian Towers

    Brian Towers

    A great piece of imagination and a great illustration Steven.

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thank you much Mr. Towers.

  • dimarie

    dimarie

    i love your work!
    so cool!

  • Steven Novak replied

    I love people who love my work, go figure. ;)

  • Jen Cannella

    Jen Cannella

    Fantastic illustration…love the bubbles in the tank of his thing maker! :)

  • Steven Novak replied

    I like the bubbles as well. Some of the marker stuff annoys me a bit these days, but I still dig the bubbles. ;)

  • butchart

    butchart

    that boy needs a treadmill…................... great work as always steven,, you are the master of your domain…............b

  • Steven Novak replied

    Dude, did you just call my drawing fat? I think you owe it an apology. ;)

  • Seth  Weaver

    Seth Weaver

    A wonderful sparkling illustration of pure imagination. Nice work Steven.

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thank you much Seth. I appreciate the comment!

  • CATNIPMEOW

    CATNIPMEOW

    Very fun ! Love the whole experimenting like McGyver…......
    The monsters are 2 cool and colorful ~

  • Steven Novak replied

    While I appreciate the compliment immensely, please don’t ever compare my work to McGuyver. ;)

  • DarlaReeves

    DarlaReeves

    Great illustration for a children’s book, Steve! Love all the color, and your imagination is amazing! I’m surprised you can sleep at night! lol!

  • Steven Novak replied

    Who says that I can? ;) Thanks Darla!

  • elisab

    elisab

    I am sure you were a good author of childrens books. Your imagination is endless.

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks Elisa, though it does have an end…right about the time I die as a matter of fact. ;)

  • Leslie Patton

    Leslie Patton

    Love the colors and detail in this one! Very creative! Nice job!

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks Leslie!

  • Rajee

    Rajee

    Excellent Steven.

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks again Rajee!

  • darkestartist

    darkestartist

    that’s one hell of a squirtgun! ;) nicely done, Steven.

  • Steven Novak replied

    Ya, I never knew what any of the stuff he was carrying was supposed to do either. ;)

  • TomBaumker

    TomBaumker

    Very cute the children should really love it. Tom

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks Tom!

  • Cindy RN

    Cindy RN

    Very nice, love the colors, and the details :)

  • Steven Novak replied

    Much appreciated Harriet!

  • CATNIPMEOW

    CATNIPMEOW

    okay your right there were no paperclips and rubber bands involved…........so sorry :(

  • Jeff  Burns

    Jeff Burns

    incredible image

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks Jeff!

  • Karin  Taylor

    Karin Taylorcommunity helper

    gorgeous piece, bright, colourful and lots of intrigue

  • Steven Novak replied

    A little TOO bright and colorful for me. ;)

  • Mui-Ling Teh

    Mui-Ling Teh

    The fact that you don’t remember the title can somehow connect strongely with this image. As children we are so full of imagination and we fantasize about things that don’t really exist. We let go of so much as we grow older. Interesting too that the kid is not looking at those monsters, and just working away at a futuristic contraption; only looking forward. The past is behind; even a colorful one. Although for a children’s book it’ll be the opposite take I’m guessing.

  • Steven Novak replied

    The book was actually EXTREMELY simple. Kid goes to far-away planet, kid and aliens play fun games, kid says goodbye and goes home. Not the best thing I’ve ever written, which is I guess why I remember so few details.

  • Alan Rodmell

    Alan Rodmell

    As usual your unique style impresses. You have one heck of an imagination my friend.

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thank you much Alan!

  • amarica

    amarica

    Hey Steve, they stole Star Wars from you… :)

  • Steven Novak replied

    Do you think I have a lawsuit? Because if so, I’m going to be rolling in the dough. ;)

  • pinkyjain

    pinkyjain

    Beyond coooool Steven, fabulous. Your art is pure magic & funtastic

  • Steven Novak replied

    FUNTASTIC! I’m liking that word. I’m liking it a lot.

  • Tahnja

    Tahnja

    I just love that happy expression…I wish I could illustrate but not my thing

  • Steven Novak replied

    There are lots of different styles of illustration. You’re an amazing painter, you have the talent.

  • Nicole Goggins

    Nicole Goggins

    v. cute!

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks Nicole!

  • Lucindawind

    Lucindawind

    your work is ALWAYS fantastic Steven !

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks Lucinda, I appreciate that!

  • Catherine Crimmins

    Catherine Crim...

    this is brilliant…. i love the eyes and the little boy has those pinch me cheeks..lol
    this really is great!!!

  • Steven Novak replied

    He’s got a poke me belly as well. ;)

  • Naylor

    Naylor

    awwwww he is wicked cute !!!!! I am loving this Steven !!! Love the monsters, they are perfect for young readers… not to scary but just enough to keep their attention . I love your mind I have to say and am always excited to see your work as you post it up :)
    (((HUG)))

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks Naylor! Means a lot and I appreciate it.

  • gypsycaster

    gypsycaster

    judging by the look on their faces that’s NOT a bubble gun…
    Great piece! I love the way you draw kids…1/2 cute and 1/2 dangerous…but a totally innocent dangerous!

  • Steven Novak replied

    I do often find myself putting children in situations they maybe shouldn’t be in…maybe a secret hatred for them? ;)

  • sweetscent62

    sweetscent62

    This is freakin awesome Steven : ) I love the colours…no doubt the kids would have loved this one. How does one become an illustrator of childrens books? I wrote and illustrated a book at school when I was 8 and had it in the school library. It was done in pastel and washed in eggwhite..so God only knows how it ended up…probably full of fungus..or eaten by mice. But I was proud of it : ) and the Library teacher was wonderful. thanks for reminding me! Wen xox

  • Steven Novak replied

    How does one become an illustrator of children’s books? A love of rejection, unwillingness to give up, and a thick skull. Talent is not a requirement. ;)

  • Gareth Chalklen

    Gareth Chalklen

    Brilliant work Steve.

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks Gareth!

  • sweetscent62

    sweetscent62

    Damn…I’m alot closer to fullfilling my dream than I thought! : ) lol W x

  • gypsycaster

    gypsycaster

    oh I think you just like damaging innocence….:D

  • RMonroe

    RMonroe

    What fun, cute kid and monsters too:)

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks Robin!

  • Michael Alesich

    Michael Alesich

    Very cool Steven, Love the scare expression of the monsters.
    Really has a great feeling to the characters and the scene.

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thank you much MIchael!

  • Gaz Gazmajster

    Gaz Gazmajster

    Great work !!!

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks!

  • Rhana Griffin

    Rhana GriffinRedbubbley Schweppervescence

    Hey!!! You got a camera in my house yet again? I thought we sorted that particular habit of yours out last time… (shakes her head) This could be EITHER of my boys… minus the monsters… Mind, we do on the odd occasion have the belly-button monster let loose around the place ;)

    Freak… no-good, no-talent freak.

    ...........sigh, who am I kidding? Bloody brilliant work Mr Novak. I still hate you though =)

  • Steven Novak replied

    If you didn’t “hate” me I would take it as the first sign of the coming apocalypse. ;)

  • AngelArtist

    AngelArtist

    I liek this!

  • Steven Novak replied

    Thanks!

  • sterenborg

    sterenborg

    very nice.

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