THE ART OF THE IMPROVMONKEY
Original Artwork
Pencil, ink, character, portrait and fantasy illustration by Josh C. Crawford.
Lost · 2025
PENCIL DRAWING · DIGITAL CLEANUP
A quiet winged figure curls inward, sheltered by her own feathers in a moment of solitude and vulnerability.
Lady Franklyn Improv Social Media Posts · 2023
PHOTOSHOP · SOCIAL MEDIA DESIGN
These three social media posts were created for Lady Franklyn, a local improv team from Iowa City, IA. Each piece was designed in Photoshop on a one-day turnaround due to a last-minute request, and I’m still pleased with how the final designs came together.
Major Headline · 2022
PENCIL SKETCH · PIN-UP STUDY
A sketchbook piece drawn in pencil with the rhythm and attitude of a vintage pin-up illustration.
Monkey Facing · 2021
PENCIL · INK · DIGITAL CLEANUP
Drawn first in pencil, developed in pen, then scanned and refined in Photoshop.
Nvida Nature Sprite · 2021
FANTASY CHARACTER ILLUSTRATION
A fantasy creature imagined at miniature scale, living between towering blades of grass.
Scarlett Johansson: Lounging · 2020
PORTRAIT STUDY · MIXED MEDIA
A stylized portrait study drawn from a photographic reference, emphasizing pose, expression and layered detail.
Original work. Distinct characters. New worlds.
For artwork inquiries, creative collaborations or information about available pieces, contact Josh directly.
Josh C. Crawford | Writer, Illustrator & Improv Teacher 