My latest portrait study focuses on Connor McDavid, using my deconstructed approach to editorial illustration to tell a larger story beyond the traditional athlete portrait. The piece combines McDavid’s Edmonton Oilers career with references to Alberta, Canadian hockey, the wild rose, and other details pulled from his career and background.

This is the kind of work I love creating, researching a subject, finding the smaller stories and visual references, and building them into one image through portraiture, collage, and graphic storytelling. While this piece was self-initiated, the same approach translates directly to commissioned editorial illustration, sports features, athlete profiles, magazine covers, and brand campaigns. Connor McDavid (2026) is also available as a signed and numbered limited edition fine art print.

Sidney Crosby has been one of the defining players of the modern NHL for nearly two decades. His vision, consistency, and leadership have made him one of hockey's most respected athletes, and he felt like a natural addition to this growing series.

Like the rest of the collection, this piece strips away unnecessary detail and focuses on shape, movement, and color. Rather than chasing realism, I wanted to capture the energy of the moment using bold graphic forms, minimal linework, and the iconic black and gold of the Pittsburgh Penguins.

This illustration is part of an ongoing series celebrating some of hockey's most recognizable players through my signature visual language. I'm excited to keep expanding the collection with athletes whose style and impact have helped shape the game.

Limited edition prints are available in the shop. Every print is hand-signed, numbered, and printed on archival paper with a certificate of authenticity. Available for purchase here.