andytoonz

andytoonz Disney Sketch Artist + Character Designer + Photographer Andy's love for art began at an early age. He was always sketching.

While in college, he worked as a Homeland Security Officer and sketched constantly on napkins and paper during breaks which gave life to his artist name name, "Andy Toonz". Andy graduated in 2010 with a Bachelor's Degree of Fine Arts in Computer Animation with a Focus in Character Design. He always enjoyed that feeling of characters connecting at an emotional level with people. A few years later,

Andy decided to follow his heart and ultimately, the Disney dream. Inspired by the possibility of becoming a Disney artist, he decided to apply for a role as a sketch artist. His dream finally came true a couple of years later.

We love our new family SUV.
09/14/2025

We love our new family SUV.

This little pig buddy you're seeing come to life isn't just a drawing; he's got personality, dreams, and maybe even a fa...
08/15/2025

This little pig buddy you're seeing come to life isn't just a drawing; he's got personality, dreams, and maybe even a favorite snack (probably something involving mud and apples!).

This is where the real magic happens – just me, my stylus, and endless possibilities sketching on the screen. It's like being a modern-day wizard, except instead of casting spells, I'm crafting characters that hopefully make you smile.

The best part? Every character starts with a simple question: What if? What if this pig could talk? What if he had his own adventure? What if he could make someone's day a little brighter?

I'd love to know – when you see characters like this friendly fellow, what stories do you imagine for them? What adventures would you send him on? Drop your wildest ideas in the comments below! Sometimes the most unexpected suggestions spark the coolest creative directions.

And hey, if you're an aspiring artist yourself, remember this: every master artist started with that first nervous stroke on a blank canvas. The tablet might be digital now, but the courage to create something from nothing? That's still pure magic.

08/13/2025
Creating characters from sketch to finish doesn't have to be intimidating. Begin with basic geometric forms - circles, t...
08/12/2025

Creating characters from sketch to finish doesn't have to be intimidating. Begin with basic geometric forms - circles, triangles, squares. Once you have your basic structure, start adding personality. Think about what emotions you want your audience to feel when they see your character, then adjust the eyes, mouth, and overall expression accordingly. By building your character from the ground up, starting with simple shapes and adding layers of personality and detail, you can create a unique and memorable design that truly connects with your audience.

What kind of character are you hoping to create?

Ever wondered what magic happens when you bring your characters to life? Here are 3 surprising benefits of working with ...
08/11/2025

Ever wondered what magic happens when you bring your characters to life? Here are 3 surprising benefits of working with digital art that'll blow your creative mind:

🧠 Your brain gets a creativity workout! Drawing digitally engages both sides of your brain - the logical side navigates the tech tools while your artistic side runs wild with imagination. It's like CrossFit for creatives!

⚡ You become a time-traveling artist! With layers and undo buttons, you can experiment fearlessly, try crazy color combos, and take creative risks without starting over. That cute elephant? You can give it polka dots, then stripes, then rainbow fur - all in minutes!

🌍 You're secretly saving the planet! No paper waste, no dried-up markers, no pencil shavings everywhere. Your digital canvas is endlessly reusable, and you can create thousands of masterpieces without a single tree shedding a tear.

Ready to discover what stories your imagination wants to tell? Whether you're dreaming up your first character or looking to level up your creative game, there's a whole world of possibilities waiting for you!

This is what I've done so far.
08/03/2025

This is what I've done so far.

Clean up in illustrator.
08/03/2025

Clean up in illustrator.

Learning to draw this character. Do you know this character? Let me know in the comments.
08/03/2025

Learning to draw this character. Do you know this character? Let me know in the comments.

Concepts.
08/02/2025

Concepts.

Quick sketch with the new Wacom Cintiq 16.
08/02/2025

Quick sketch with the new Wacom Cintiq 16.

Here's the thing – I literally couldn't choose between the New Wacom Cintiq 16 and the Huion Kamvas 16 Gen 3, so natural...
08/01/2025

Here's the thing – I literally couldn't choose between the New Wacom Cintiq 16 and the Huion Kamvas 16 Gen 3, so naturally, I did what any rational artist would do... I bought Both!

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Drawing is my passion. I can recall the impact characters had in my life as a kid. I always dreamt of creating iconic characters that kids all across the globe would identify with. In spite of social economics status, background or ethinicity. Several years ago I left the comfort of the daily routine to pursue my passion as a character designer/illustrator. I’ve always been fascinated by the process of creating characters.