Humor + Illustration

Watch illustrator Mark Brewer in action as he brings his expressive, humorous characters to life using a dynamic mix of ink, watercolor, and colored pencil.

Video by Emilia Brewer

Awards

  • Photo of Mark Brewer’s National Cartoonists Society award, recognizing excellence in illustration and cartooning.
  • Photo of Mark Brewer’s Society of Professional Journalists award, honoring first place for original magazine illustration, for a piece entitled 'Win or Get Out," which was featured in San Diego Magazine.

Recent Press

Client List

  • Image features logos from Mark Brewer's clients, including: The Wall Street Journal, Newsweek, The New York Times, Major League Baseball, Forbes, Nickelodeon, The Washington Post, Scholastic, and Yankee Magazine.
  • Image features logos from Mark Brewer's clients, including: Playboy, This Old House, Business Week, Bloomberg Markets, Strategic Finance Magazine, Seattle Business, Harvard Magazine, Barron's, and Delaware Today.
  • Image features logos from Mark Brewer's clients, including: Triathlete Magazine, Wine & Spirits, Louisville Magazine, New Mexico Magazine, National Wildlife, The American Conservative, Skyhorse Publishing, PA. Farm Bureau, & Northstar Travel Group.
  • Image features logos from Mark Brewer's clients, including: Buffalo Magazine, Heinz History Center, San Diego Magazine, GolfStyles Media, Four Seasons Brewing Co., Trib Total Media, Zymurgy Magazine, Cricket Media & Weekly Reader Magazine.
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Client Love

  • Profile photo of Guy Gilchrist surrounded by his many beloved characters, including the Muppets, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Pink Panther, Nancy the cartoon strip and Tom & Jerry.

    “I have not seen after all these years, a more driven, hard-working, creative force of nature than Mark Brewer!"

    Guy Gilchrist, Legendary Cartoonist & Creator of Childhood Memories

  • A photo of Heather Stephans smiling in to the camera.

    “No matter the assignment, Mark brings his frenetic creative fun that comes to life before your eyes. He takes his craft very seriously, so I always know I can rely on him to bring joy to each finalized piece.”

    Heather Stephans, WALL STREET JOURNAL

  • A brightly colored photo of Mary Zisk surrounded by her vibrant paintings.

    "Mark Brewer, conceived innovative, smart, and humorous pieces of art for my magazine. He grasped and interpreted complex business concepts, and drew them with flair!"

    Mary Zisk, Former Art Director, STRATEGIC FINANCE MAGAZINE

  • A photo of Mark Tyner smiling into the camera.

    “Mark Brewer's wye observations translated into humorous illustrations are always a delight. Thoughtful ideas that are fun to look at!”

    Mark Tyner, WALL STREET JOURNAL

  • A black and white photo of Lori Pedrick smiling into the camera with confidence and poise.

    “Mark’s approach to his work is fun and fluid. He works tirelessly at creating dynamic compositions that bring ideas and concepts to life. His professional ability to balance his whimsical style with the client’s brand goals is inspiring."

    Lori Pedrick, Art Director, Formerly with YANKEE MAGAZINE