Over the Thanksgiving weekend I was finally able to get out and do a bit of drawing. I live near the Meadowlands (home of Giants Stadium) and have often driven by the construction of the new stadium, which will open in 2009. Each trip past I was gripped with the fear that I would not have the opportunity to get out there and draw. Well last Wednesday I put those fears to rest. I hope you enjoy what I’ve come up with. I spoke with one of the workers who told me the cranes should be up until March, so I hope to do quite a few more.It was cold out there, but you can get very close to the action. I recommend it if you’re in the area. 
LikeThis illustration was a great assignment. A bit of research to do, but it is always great to learn something during an assignment. This piece for AAA Traveler magazine was basically an ad for great ‘festivals’ around the world. They include: The Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, New Orleans’ Jazz & Heritage Festival, The Kentucky Derby, Pushkar Mela, and Christkindelsmarkt. Basically, it was a great job. I wish they could all be like this! 
So as I’m in the second year of contributing illustrations to this column, it never ceases to amaze me how many business etiquette issues there are. This month’s column deals with the issue of appropriate gift giving around the office. I thought to symbolize how a gift can be both obnoxious and can get in the way (literally) of your interaction. Enjoy! ’
