About Mark Brewer – Award-Winning Illustrator Known for Humorous, Expressive Mixed Media Art

Video by Emilia Brewer

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.

Original ink illustration of Gluttony from Mark Brewer’s 7 Deadly Sinz collection, featuring a humorous, exaggerated character indulging in over-the-top eating — drawn in expressive black ink with bold, kinetic lines.

Fun /fuhn/ (noun):

  1. The act of creating humorous, expressive illustrations for world-renowned publications, collectors, and curious humans.

  2. A daily practice involving watercolor, ink, and colored pencil — often resulting in splattered chaos and gallery-worthy charm.

  3. See also: Mark Brewer – award-winning illustrator, author of Brewology: An Illustrated Dictionary for Beer Lovers, and purveyor of original art, prints, and playful merchandise.

*For fun, he accepts illustration assignments and sells original art, prints, and merchandise.

AWARDS

Illustrator Mark Brewer pictured with a collection of his illustrated characters, showcasing his humorous, expressive art style in watercolor, ink, and colored pencil.
National Cartoonists Society award logo with Mark Brewer’s winning illustration, recognizing his excellence in humorous illustration.
Mark Brewer’s National Cartoonists Society award for outstanding achievement in humorous illustration, highlighting his recognized work in editorial and character art.

CLIENT LIST

Client logos for illustrator Mark Brewer, featuring top publications and brands including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Forbes, Playboy, Scholastic, and Major League Baseball.
Magazine feature titled “Mark Brewer: Putting a Spin on Sin,” showcasing original ink illustrations from his 7 Deadly Sinz collection, biography, and artwork including humorous character sketches and editorial commissions.

Voice of the Artist: Mark Brewer

by Andrea Iglar

Meet Mark Brewer

by Bold Journey

Magazine cover of Bold Journey featuring Mark Brewer with a shaved head and black shirt, with an outdoor background. Text: "Meet Mark Brewer, February 27, 2025."
Humorous pink bird illustration by Mark Brewer holding a breast cancer awareness ribbon, drawn in expressive ink and watercolor style.

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