A reader of this blog suggested I take on Jakob
Nielsen to practice my drawing skills. Instead of waiting another two years
before using a pencil again I decided it’s a good thing to draw more frequently
(additionally, it really proves relaxing). Besides, Nielsen really is a joy
for any cartoonist — the man is almost a caricature in real life.
As opposed to last time I had enough material to work with. Nielsen’s
assortment of pressphoto’s
was definitively useful in this case (or should I say usable?) This illustration is a reply to Herasimchuk — seems like he has a new fan. I depicted Nielsen
as I would like to see him — and I’m sure many designers will agree. Show
the love brother, show the love… Do not be afraid, we will not bite. Back to work kids!
Comments
10 responses to “Guru on Paper: Jakob Nielsen”
heh, like the little ‘design by fire’ logo on his jumper – nice touch!
Note to self: scroll down before commenting
*slaps forehead*
So good to see natural media getting onto design blogs. Keep this up, I’m enjoying these!! How about doing Tufte next?
Nice… another excellent entry in the nascent “Guru on paper” series.
Is it just me, or does it look like Jakob might have a bit of a B.O. problem? If so, Andrei might want to reconsider that hug.
I’m with Hicks on this one. Enjoying immensely. Although I don’t expect such an embrace from Yakob anytime soon…
Absolutely hilarious. I love the DxF schwag promo as well. 8^)
Thanks all for the nice and encouraging words. All the small flies that seem to follow Nielsen wherever he goes are his loyal supporters that smell fame and wisdom in the hope of catching some of his glory. See, in The Netherlands if someone is rather cocky we usually reply with “can someone open a window, please?” I’m sure the idea transcends culture and language!
Next time I will give Edward Tufte a try (thanks for the suggestion Jon). But first I really need to finish this paper for university. Although it doesn’t exactly take ages to draw these I promessed myself to finish the paper first!
Looks like your illustration got through to Nielsen, he’s lightening up already.
Shaun: nice one, indeed dope! The brother is obviously keeping it real. Bo!
HAHA! Very nice…
As long as you’re taking requests, maybe your next one could be from the Bloggers side of the Gurus v. Bloggers competition?