Hawkman sketch with a dash of color

Figured I'd finish this up some so to speak. I didn;t erase the pencil lines and I gave myself a time limit on the colors so its rough. But I like the rough look on this piece.

I loved this character as a kid...

When I was about 8 or 9 years old I got a Hawkman figure fir christmas. I didn't know anything about him except he was a comic character who somehow was affiliated with Superman...and he looked really cool. He had a button on his back that made his wings flap too. A couple of years ago I tried to read a Hawkman trade from the library and his origin was confusing and too complex and I could not get into it at all. But the character is just designed well. Well, ok I did a quick sketch in my sketchbook and all my childhood hawk-love came back. I might do a little mini story of my own, my way just for fun. Don't worry, I'll post it if it happens.

The awesomest weekend Ever!

Ok, I am blessed with the greatest family and friends anyone could ask for. This Friday I was on my way to a social with my wife for her job...or so I thought. I walk into the place and I hear "Surprise!" I was so caught off guard and not expecting it that I kinda heard it said, but it didn't register. I thought, Oh, this is a social and its a party for someone? For real. It really threw me for a loop. Someone had to pull me inside and tell me that the party was for me. I hadn't realized all my friends and family were there standing around clapping and whatnot. I was in shock for about 20 minutes. It was the most successful surprise ever. It was not telegraphed in any way and I felt super special and loved. I mean really, it was surreal. I haven't had a party like that since i was about 8 years old. But it has never been a problem, I don't think I deserve anything like that. I'm always taken care of by my peeps, but this....this was unforgettable. Thanks to everyone who was there and even if you were asked but couldn't come I am eternally grateful. it also made me realize what a crummy friend I am. I don't keep up with people like I should because I get so busy. But people still come through for me. Awesome. What a blessing. Oh, there's a Random dramatization of it for your viewing pleasure.

Ladies and Gentleman, Meet Random Rabbit