Brian Ponshock

Artist Statement:
I am Brian Ponshock, a syndicated cartoonist and an artist proficient in traditional media such as sketching, pen and ink, and painting. My work often explores the humor found in everyday life, drawing inspiration from the world’s endless offerings. There’s always something new and exciting to create!

I joined the Antigo Visual Arts group when our mural program started, taking on the enormous project of designing and painting the veterans mural for Neve’s Furniture in downtown Antigo. Creating this mural was a deeply meaningful experience for me. As I stated during its unveiling, “As an artist, it was my honor to create a remembrance for those who have sacrificed so much.” I had already completed mural projects in the past and approached this significant project with dedication and passion, striving to honor our veterans through my art.

I studied Architectural and Residential Design at Northcentral Technical College in Wausau, Wisconsin. Currently, I work as a mechanical designer/estimator by day and an artist by night. I am the creator of the cartoon panel ‘Mindframe’, which won the Twain Award for Best Single Panel Cartoon of 2014-2015. I am also the co-creator/artist for the comic strip ‘Prideland’ and the syndicated cartoon panel ‘Yaffle’, which appears on GoComics.com. You are sure to be amused!

I reside in Antigo, Wisconsin along with my husband Ron and our two dogs (Rex and Molly). I love going up to my studio surrounded by the original artwork of others adorning the walls!