Last night I had the distinct pleasure of entertaining at a private party which celebrated former Detroit Tiger, Al Kaline's 75th birthday. I took the time to prepare a personal caricature of him to give as a gift at the party. Mr. Kaline is a very gracious and kind gentleman who even signed an extra copy of the caricature so I could add it to my collection.  Happy Birthday, Al!

Kid show legend, Soupy Sales died today at the age of 83. Soupy got his start in my birthplace, Detroit, MI. He went on to host one of the first national kid's shows in the country. 

I had the pleasure of meeting Soupy while I was a student at Ringling School of Art & Design in Sarasota, Florida. He was my first celebrity caricature. I drew it for SRQ Magazine and was allowed to take it to a local comedy club where Soupy was performing that weekend. He signed it and allowed me to take a couple pics of him holding the caricature. His only condition was that I pose alongside him in the photograph. Rest in Peace, Soupy.