Puncture

Over the last two days I've done two short bike rides and had two punctures which is annoying readers. Meanwhile; "Britain Has Got Talent" has gripped the nation on the telly. Good to see there's a an act Strike with a chap from Doncaster [ Donny] in tonight's final. Other news, I can smell June.

Bike Blog

Well I've heard from the man himself Dom trevett; he has seen one lovely lady cyclist, Im glad to report whilst on route across america even a dude that looks like the mastermind from KFC whilst cycling across Dukes of Hazzard country I think. Many women at supermarket checkouts and even some men are envious / jealous of this mans legs. But read more on cyclingacrossamerica.wordpress.com

2nd- 30th June @ Odder

Readers I have a small collection of prints showing at Odder in Manchester from Monday the 2nd of June to the 30th. Monday the 2nd of June I shall be there at the bar from 7.30pm. The prints are for Sale. Over at Odd bar 30-32 Thomas street in the Northern quarter,Manchester; Salford-Leftfield artist Steve Oliver is showing some prints from the 2nd -30th of June.

First Kiss

Here you go readers its an illustration called First Kiss. But you dont get the story about my first kiss thats a story from my teens only told in the "Tree of Trust".

That's Cricket

Check tomorrow's Guardian sport section for my slightly larger illustration on the back page its about cricket commentator's and somehow there's a Kangaroo in the equation?

Donny Dunnit

Well done Doncaster Rovers who will return to the second tier of English football for the first time in 50 years. Doncaster manager Sean O'Driscoll said "I'm relieved.I could murder a cup of tea". Seeing first hand myself the scenes of Doncaster today; the fans were not supping tea to celebrate today. Oh No my friend's, the people of Donny were well oiled on a bank holiday monday imagine?

Bank Holiday Weekend

Here you go readers something I did a while back. Its been a real reserved bank holiday weekend for me, no stag nights in Blackpool or tackling Astra slides in woodlands dodging hungry squirrels after nuts. No cycling across scenic landscape in America. Just a bike ride across South Yorkshire  saturday afternoon; plus some doodling and hours spent on the laptop.

Indy

Yes I've digested  the new Indiana Jones movie it was great loved it. You cannot beat an adventure with Dr Jones complete with fedora, whip and the one lines. Plus the action.

Next cinema trip I think will be to watch the Kung Fu Panda.

Jordan

This week in numbers today Jordan aka Katie Price is 30 today. This weeks Nuts magazine is 75 pence? my newsagent told me? Its 19 years since Indiana Jones was last on the big screen in the last adventure. Ive had 4 cups of tea at the time of writing this entry. Ive eaten two slices of carrot and orange cake this week. So far done zero miles on my bike at the time of writing this entry.

Take It

Readers Ive digested Moby's new album "Last Night" this afternoon, I'm loving the track "I love to move in here" never thought Id say that about another Moby track. The album Play got overkilled; I loved that album when it first came out years back, but this new material is a return to form "it even smells good" I'll agree with you Pete Tong on that score the cover wins points with me too. This Thursday the 22nd of May Im on a field trip to Durham for the day.

Master Say?

Big Toy

Here you go readers last night I was doing a bit of drawing; adult subject matter I needed to tackle for a project. But in the process I doodled this little bunny out shopping for a toy.

Brewski

Wise

Here you go readers theres been many a wise man who has past good advice on to me. What I do with it is another question but I try and listen.

DirtyMouse

Cheers Dan at DirtyMouse // food for designers dirty little mice; for the post on your blog. visit www.dirtymouse.co.uk enjoy a tea break and read up on some talent from around the globe.

Book

Personal Days

This dinner time I popped into my local Waterstones and purchased in hardback "Personal Days" by Ed Park which Ive produced the book cover for.The image is just another personal image drawn up from my doodle book.

Keyboard

Well readers in the media it was announced that our computer keyboards are more grim than our toilet seats when it comes to germs and bacteria. True I cleaned my keyboard the other day and cleaned off the above offending characters. If your in the office today I advise you tackle these chaps on your keyboard or call an elite team of commando's to carry out the task.

Nowt Is?

Birthday Interpreted

Today readers I was presented with a book "Birthdays Interpreted", which I felt compelled to read the section on december the 15th my birthday, it read: Character. Seductive and a little extreme, you certainly like the good things in life. You are a born flirt with a tangible charisma that attracts both men and women. You enjoy living life to excess, particularly when it comes to loving and partying. You have great natural rhythm and know how to strut your stuff. There is something of the Peter Pan about you. You have no intention of ever growing up and tend to dress in the latest styles with a splash of unique jewelry.... it also listed my colour is Pink. Key features affable,gregarious, likable. Naturally good at making others feel comfortable?? Those that know me well does this read like me answers on a postcard to the usual address or email me on a slack evening on a break from Grand theft Auto. 

SnowBoarding

Today readers I went snowboarding for the first time and fell over many times and laughed a lot. I really had a good day, loved it I did'nt break owt thank goodness.

Dob?

Heres another image Ive produced based on the ancient art of dobbing your cap.

Cycling Across America

Dominic Trevett the london based illustrator has kicked of his Grand Tour; read all about it at www.cyclingacrossamerica.wordpress.com Im quite sure its gonna be good reading and a real adventure for Dom. Be sure Dom to have a brew with Lance Armstrong along the way.  There's a book project in this adventure when you get back Sir, Im sure?

Back Home

Aye up readers I've had three fantastic days in Manchester and Salford. Andy Golpys has handed in a funny humourous upbeat video for his module at uni which made me chuckle. I ate some micro fish and chips without gravy I passed on burger and chips. I got to do a pub quiz with Dan, Guardian reader Paul and Fliss, readers we were in second place. At almost,almost 29 and half I've learnt over the last few days to think before speaking and listen. But seriously I had three great days which made me laugh.

12th,13th Of May

Monday and Tuesday this week Im going through the Applied Visual Practice work submitted by third year students at Salford University.

Weekend

Its looking like the weather is gonna be real sunny this weekend I may take the sketchbook outdoors for some doodle fun. That and some cycling is on the agenda.

HSJ

Ive done a bit of work for the Health Service Journal for an article on super diversity the brief was to produce a black and white illustration like paint by numbers. Here is a character I drew up for it. By eck its sunny today.

Nice Pear?

He,He what we have here readers; is a nice pear?. I was reading an article on actor Ricky Tomlinson the other week and he described himself as looking like a pear with arms and legs hence this doodle. The weather is great again today and every one is out in the summer gear. By eck there's some sights out on parade. Get a red top tomoz they will have this documented tomoz Im sure readers??

Diagram?

Here you go readers this is an updated picture like the one your mum or dad drew for you years back; when you had hair where you never had hair before?

Ronnie

Well done to Ronnie O'Sullivan after last night becoming the third man to win three world championships. The 32 year old said he was "disappointed" with his performance despite a convincing victory over Allister Carter and revealed he was considering quitting snooker. Have a break Ronnie from the game then come back.

Bank Holiday

Many I guess this bank holiday hit the coast, hit the pub,many probably hit something in Grand Theft Auto; I hit the road to do some miles on my bike the sun was out and so was my lycra shorts.

Flat?

Out cycling today I won another flat tyre and not carrying a spare tube, I had to walk 3 miles in lycra not cool Im sure you will all agree. At least the sun was out whilst walking back home.

Wag Earrings

Well done Ronaldo in buying your girlfriend the worst gift ever; some earrings with R7 spelt in diamonds reference to your name and the number on your shirt. Perhaps we should salute you sir for going one further than the concept of a personalised numberplate. Or maybe not?