9-Year-Old Kid Who Kept Getting In Trouble For Doodling In Class Gets A Job Decorating A Restaurant With His Drawings
You should always support your kids and their natural talents. And if you nurture them, great things will happen. That’s what 9-year-old Joe Whale’s parents thought when they encouraged their son to keep drawing, even though he got into trouble for doodling during class.
They sent Joe to an after-school art class and his artistic abilities were quickly noticed by those around him. In fact, Joe was invited to decorate the dining room of the ‘Number 4’ restaurant in Shrewsbury, England. Now, Joe is known as The Doodle Boy and has his own website, as well as social media pages showing off his awesome art. Scroll down for Bored Panda’s interview with Joe’s dad Gregory!
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9-year-old Joe Whale loves drawing, but he got in trouble for doodling in class…
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All of his notebooks are covered in doodles
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Bored Panda spoke to Joe’s dad Greg about his son’s artistic talents. According to Greg, his son has ‘always’ loved drawing and “was added to the Gifted register in primary school aged 4.”
He added: “His identical twin brother Jesse was also added to the register.”
Joe’s parents sent him to an after-school drawing class. His teacher loved his art and shared it on Instagram
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The 9-year-old’s drawings were immediately noticed by the ‘Number 4’ restaurant staff
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Greg also revealed how long it took Joe to finish his drawings on the dining room walls in the restaurant. “Joe spent about 12 hours illustrating the wall.”
What’s more, Greg had some advice for parents who want to encourage their kids to develop their talents: “I would advise parents to encourage their children to always follow their passion and dreams — research local workshops or groups within your local community.”
They invited him to decorate the restaurant’s dining room
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Joe’s dad drives him to draw in the restaurant after school
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When their kids get into trouble for something at school, some parents tend to shut that behavior down. However, others know how to recognize a talent that needs creative space to flourish, so they give them what they need.
Many an artist would love the creative freedom that Joe’s been given
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Joe’s teacher recognized his talent and posted his work on Instagram. His drawings caught the eye of the ‘Number 4’ restaurant which asked him to come over and decorate their walls with his doodles. Now, his dad drives him there so he can draw his heart out. Who knew that drawing in an after-class program would lead Joe to get his first job at barely 9 years old?
Image credits: Greg Whale
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“They wanted to get Joe into their restaurant to complete an art piece on their wall, and it was in their main dining area, we were over the moon,” Joe’s dad Greg told the media. “I asked Joe and he, of course, leaped at the chance to do it so we have been going there after school where for a couple of hours a night he’ll put his creativity on their wall.”
Joe is now known as The Doodle Boy and has his own website, as well as social media profiles
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The amount of imagination that went into the drawings is inspiring
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He continued: “Joe loves doodling and we’re so proud of everything he’s achieving, the fact that a completely independent business has asked our 9-year old son to do a professional piece of work for them is incredible.”
Joe is on his way to becoming a professional artist
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According to Self-Sufficient Kids, it’s incredibly important to embrace whatever talents, ambitions, goals, dreams, and desires your children might have. Even if what they excel at doesn’t match your vision of their future.
Joe’s family is incredibly supportive
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What’s more, parents have to learn to differentiate between when their child is uninterested in something and when they find an activity too tough and need encouragement, as well as support.
Here’s what people had to say when they saw Joe’s story
I had the same "problem" when I was a kid. I'm glad this boy got an opportunity. Hopefully his story will open up chances for other kids with similar "problems" as well. His art is cute too.
Indeed, so did I. Interestingly, my teachers let me, because they realised not only I was still paying attention, but most of my doodles actually helped me learn better, because they were related to what was being discussed and worked as mnemonics for the lesson. One time, in high-school, for my literature class, I was allowed to hand in a paper we were supposed to write on a novel as a comic book (for example, one of the characters was obsessed with acquiring land for farming by marrying into it, so I drew him as chasing a dump truck full of dirt). That worked really well for me, as I'm now an architect and illustrator. My wife however had the opposite experience, with both her parents and teachers discouraging her artistic endeavours at a young age, even though she is a natural talent. It's only after we met that she started exploring her artistic side.
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He definitely has a future as a professional artist!
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what an awesome kid. I find doodling idly actually helps with concentration
I hope his parents ensure that he gets paid as an artist, for his work. Just because he's a kid, doesn't diminish the value of his talent. If anything, it could actually boost its value. His work is really cool, and reminds me of Keith Haring's work from the late 70's / early 80's -- work that is now worth in the millions ($3,000,000 + for 1 piece). With the right nouse & support, this kid could have a brilliant career (if he chooses), and be set up for life. I wish him whatever form of success that will nurture his talent, & keep it fun for him. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keith_Haring
That is brilliant, I love that he got to have this opportunity to show off his talent. They maybe only doodles but he has a great imagination and his doodles are s**t loads better than a lot of other people (including myself). Good on him, I wish him luck for his future.
Keep doodling Joe! I’m glad to hear that his teachers viewed his doodling as a talent and passion instead of a problem. Doodling can really help some people concentrate.
Joe's art reminds me a lot of the artist "Mr. Doodle" (https://www.mrdoodle.com/). I hope he can get far in life with this, he has amazing skills!
Holy s**t that’s awesome. That kid is incredible! Those doodles are extremely cool. I hope he was paid well for this. And I hope Baby Bot 3000 doesn’t destroy Doodle City!
I remember around 3rd grade my math teacher told my parents in my report card to "refrain from drawing" in class. My math books were more like sketchbooks to me
Although I don't have his talent, to this day I concentrate better when listening if I'm doodling.
Same, I had doodles all over my notes and assignments and if I didn't know the answer to a question I'd make a doodle. It never worked.... Go Doodle Boy gooooo!
I used to get in trouble the same for drawing on my notebooks alongside the notes. I never understood why it was bad. That's my notebook so why did it matter to the teacher? I was not at this kid's level though. While his drawing are "simple" as in they're not realistic, he has a good balance and a very appealing way of being creative. I really hope he'll be able to become an artist!
This kid literally ripped off Mr Doodle LOL. Nice to see a kid having fun and making s**t but common, don't try to pass it off as something new just cause he's a kid. His style is a 1:1 clone of Mr Doodles....If a grown man was doing this he'd be tossed to the wolves over this.
What a talented kid and even more, amazingly supportive parents. I also doodled a lot as a kid and was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. Now I realize that the doodles helped me to engage my brain and actually focus more (I need to have constant movement or else my brain shuts down). Never tell a kid to stop doodling; there might be a legitimate reason behind it!
I always doodle as well and have a Masters degree in counseling. It is a healthy way of relieving stress and I bet his grades are great. Sometimes school is boring and doodling helps!!
That is the trick isn't it, figure out what you are passionate about, and run with it! Awesome!
Great! I know a girl who is as talented in this type of things :-) Her name is Evguenia https://www.instagram.com/evguenia2019/
I can't believe this kid. But not every kid have the talent like this. https://www.storifynews.com
That's every child's dream, to be able to draw on the wall without moderation :) <3
When you were a Kid you had no mental limitations. So Be As You Were and Conquer The World. The Kid clearly was being subjected to some limitations of some sort by the school administration. "You Cannot Do This* You Can Do Anything That Has Ever Crossed Your Mind Kid.
Reminds me of the very talented Sergio Aragones in Mad magazine - "marginal thinking dept". Keep it up, kid!
Two things stand out to me: one, his spatial arrangement is excellent. Everything is clearly spaced. Second, he has a REALLY steady hand. I'm amazing at how clear his lines are. In addition to that, he's very creative visually. Just look at those images and try to find duplicates. There are remarkably few. Almost every image is unique.
As a much older doodler and artist, I wish teachers and adults would realize that even though students are doodling, they are listening. Doodling calms our minds and allows us to listen more carefully. You are absorbing the information around you and translating it to paper. Visual learner is what I see.
Keith Haring would be proud! So glad he found a good outlet! -Long time Jr. High Art Teacher.
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No mention of how, or if, he got paid. Child labour laws mean you can't actually hire him under 13, but helping yourself to a child's labour without pay is much worse! I hope a reasonable amount of money went into a trust-fund for him, otherwise the Number 4 restaurant are just exploiting him and calling it "encouragement". Truly awesome doodles, though!
As someone with ADD, doodling was the ONLY way I could concentrate. The SCHOOL DID THE WRONG THING because the teaching staff did not understand.
Let's not forget that Elvis Presley's teacher thought his music was too outrageous and that he'd never be able to make a career out of it. And Fredrick W. Smith (Creator of FedEx) was told that his business concept of a centralized shipping company was ridiculous and would never work. Sometimes being told you can't do something is the nudge you need to prove the haters wrong.
wish i was as lucky as to have an opportunity such as this given to me
I love it This kid is to die for! That is the top cartoon drawing I have seen in a long time!
What a talent! He's going to do many cool things in the years to come!
This young man has an amazing future in store - he's FABULOUS!! Great doodles "DoodleBoy";
The school did not do the right thing. Some children are able to focus to what they are hearing better if they are able to draw or do something with their hands. I was his child. I drew on every test and assignment that I was ever given and you know what my teacher did, she held me after class and let everyone go to lunch and I thought I was in trouble, but she went behind her desk and pulled out a gift basket that had a Sketchbook professional artist pencils and a whole lot of other amazing tools to help me with my passions. I was ever given and you know what my teacher did, she held me after class and let everyone go to lunch and I thought I was in trouble, but she went behind her desk and pulled out a gift basket that had a Sketchbook professional artist pencils and a whole lot of other amazing tools to help me with my passions. She seriously invested in my gifts and never told me that I should not draw on my assignments. I am still in artist today.
WALLPAPER! Have Joe develop his own line of wallpaper for kids rooms. I would definitely put it up in my "big boy" home. He could license shower curtains, fabrics, bed linens, posters, postcards, temporary tattoos, etc. etc. etc.
WHOA !! he is only 9 years old and though very talented he needs to finish his education and then at the right age will decide what he wants to do in life.He has loving parents giving him all the support possible for whatever choice he will make, and I doubt very much he is seen as a possible «big ticket«winner by his family.
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This is awesome! I love it! No wonder he is an artist-He is a lefty. Most lefties are very creative, intelligent & artistic. I have a lefty of my own & he is all of that & more. His artwork amazes me & he can play music like no ones business. He is self taught on guitar, piano, drums & bass. He was also part of an art project when he was in high school that is still up. (They decorated the ceiling tiles) I love this boys art as well. So creative & fun!
FAN TASTIC!!! The boy has a definite talent and must be supported in every way possible. Let this young flower bloom to its fullest! I love what I see in his 'doodles.' Just being jealous, I guess. I couldn't draw a box.
So moral of the story is, don't pay attention to the rules,but go ahead and do your thing. You'll get a job doin that very thing.
He should have a calendar made and a book deal. His doodles are adorable!! Don’t ever stop!
I absolutely ❤️ this kid. One day, he’ll be a famous illustrator and his teacher will reflect on how he got in trouble for doodling. So sweet.
My family would call me the "artist of the family." Unfortunately, I would sometimes get in trouble by my science teacher for drawing on my assignments, and my teacher would say "Don't doodle on your papers in my class. These are things you turn in, and you are not little kids anymore!" Well, he was wrong in my mind; If being a little kid is what it means to draw, then I am always a little kid by heart! I am glad that this boy got this wonderful opportunity.
This work is great... Ide pay for some of his work.... There someone famous who's work is very similar to this.. Can't remember at the mo... The beauty of this stuff is there's so much variation in the characters... Did you notice the road around the skyscrapers at the bottom of the wall.... This little chap has definitely got the talent. I see drawing books and more with his art on for sure.
This kid is brilliant. His art work reminds me of the art of Keith Haring.
And he has a sense of humor too .. I'm sure his future holds many a comic books and animation movies.
Awesome story! This article reminds me of when I was in grade school. My best subjects were drawing and reading encyclopedias. Since we weren't supposed to "doodle" in class, I stored my pics in my locker. But my locker was so full I had to be very careful when opening the door or an avalanche of drawings would leap on to the floor. Came close, but never did get caught. : ) Fortunately, I've been able to use my creativity in the jobs I've had.
Just curious...how did Joe simultaneously get " in trouble" for doodling, and recieve his teachers accolades and posts on her Instagram? Makes no sense. Joe and his unnamed twin are on the gifted registry?!? I'm just curious, but for what?? I have a 4 year old that is, also, an incredible doodler, and a 6 year old who is on the 'gifted' registry, in particular with mathematics. I'm astounded that these parents have reduced their son to being the 'doodle boy', and more so by everyone who thinks this is incredible. I've got a feeling that the 'unnamed twin' is going to be the happier grown up.
This little boy is talented and witty. It’s lovely that his parents encourage him and that he’s had the opportunity to earn money from his talent. I hope that he’ll continue to doodle and continue to be creative when he grows up.
What a great idea and what a marvelous artist he is. I love doodling, I've yet to make it through a staff meeting or conference call without doodles. I am so excited for him that he got this opportunity. It's too bad the teachers at school were trying to quash his creativity.
Here's my story about doodling since everyone is sharing theirs. So when I was in second grade I had a teacher who was OLD. And I'm not saying that to be rude like, I'm not even joking she had to have been in her eighties. Anyway, I would always doodle in class mindlessly while still paying attention to the lesson. I would also doodle on my homework but not to a point where you couldn't see what I was doing. So one day she finally snap and tells me to stop because its, and I quote, "disturbing and distracting to other students." LIKE WHAT ARE MY SMILEY FACES, STICKMEN, AND DOGS WITH FLOWERS FOR HEADS A PROBLEM?! (Looking back now I can see why the dogs might be a tiiiiny bit disturbing. But, I stopped. That followed me through the rest of elm. school and now middle school. I'll doodle in class sometimes when I'm bored but its mostly just waaaay too detailed hands and severed body limbs. I think I might have a problem. But I keep them to myself. I'm not a sycopath I promise.
This boy is supremely talented. You can see how his doodles have a similar cartoon style, he put in background elements and each doodle is situated in a particular way to its neighbor. He should definitely go to art school one day,
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The talent i wish i have. hehehe Congrats little boy! You're cool. Keep it up.
When I was little my father let my brother and me scribble on the walls of our closets. Our doodles, though, were nothing like Joe Whale's. At least one of mine involved a weird scene I remembered on "Star Trek."
I love that his parents let him take an art class after school; of course, being added to the gifted register (along with his twin brother Jesse!) at age four may have helped him articulate just how much he loves drawing! I take issue with this line by the author: "Joe is on his way to becoming a professional artist." Joe has been paid, which makes him a professional now! 🙂😃
This kid is super talented. Reminds me of the Wimpy Kid books by Jeff Kinney.
I love this. I let my daughter and her friends have one wall in her bedroom where they could draw and doodle. They all loved it so much. When it came time to sell, a good primer and a couple of coats of paint and hey presto, all new again. In the basement we had a massive chalkboard (like 8 feet/2.5 meters across and 5 feet/1.5 meters high for more temporary artwork. There is always a way to encourage creativity.
The variety of themes and characters in his doodles is already so advanced. I can only imagine his work with further exposure to the world and more education. Doodles with Freud, Aristotle, etc.
these are ADORABLE! I would have them anywhere I wanted a cheer-up bc they are so cute & fun! he should make a set of tattoo flash! what a talented kiddo & so happy his parents are supportive & not crushing his natural inclination to create! <3
Well... i guess its good idea to buy his early art as i see potential here...
He's amazing! He is also starting early, maybe, a new Banksy is growing!
I had the same "problem" when I was a kid. I'm glad this boy got an opportunity. Hopefully his story will open up chances for other kids with similar "problems" as well. His art is cute too.
Indeed, so did I. Interestingly, my teachers let me, because they realised not only I was still paying attention, but most of my doodles actually helped me learn better, because they were related to what was being discussed and worked as mnemonics for the lesson. One time, in high-school, for my literature class, I was allowed to hand in a paper we were supposed to write on a novel as a comic book (for example, one of the characters was obsessed with acquiring land for farming by marrying into it, so I drew him as chasing a dump truck full of dirt). That worked really well for me, as I'm now an architect and illustrator. My wife however had the opposite experience, with both her parents and teachers discouraging her artistic endeavours at a young age, even though she is a natural talent. It's only after we met that she started exploring her artistic side.
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Load More Replies... what an awesome kid. I find doodling idly actually helps with concentration
I hope his parents ensure that he gets paid as an artist, for his work. Just because he's a kid, doesn't diminish the value of his talent. If anything, it could actually boost its value. His work is really cool, and reminds me of Keith Haring's work from the late 70's / early 80's -- work that is now worth in the millions ($3,000,000 + for 1 piece). With the right nouse & support, this kid could have a brilliant career (if he chooses), and be set up for life. I wish him whatever form of success that will nurture his talent, & keep it fun for him. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Keith_Haring
That is brilliant, I love that he got to have this opportunity to show off his talent. They maybe only doodles but he has a great imagination and his doodles are s**t loads better than a lot of other people (including myself). Good on him, I wish him luck for his future.
Keep doodling Joe! I’m glad to hear that his teachers viewed his doodling as a talent and passion instead of a problem. Doodling can really help some people concentrate.
Joe's art reminds me a lot of the artist "Mr. Doodle" (https://www.mrdoodle.com/). I hope he can get far in life with this, he has amazing skills!
Holy s**t that’s awesome. That kid is incredible! Those doodles are extremely cool. I hope he was paid well for this. And I hope Baby Bot 3000 doesn’t destroy Doodle City!
I remember around 3rd grade my math teacher told my parents in my report card to "refrain from drawing" in class. My math books were more like sketchbooks to me
Although I don't have his talent, to this day I concentrate better when listening if I'm doodling.
Same, I had doodles all over my notes and assignments and if I didn't know the answer to a question I'd make a doodle. It never worked.... Go Doodle Boy gooooo!
I used to get in trouble the same for drawing on my notebooks alongside the notes. I never understood why it was bad. That's my notebook so why did it matter to the teacher? I was not at this kid's level though. While his drawing are "simple" as in they're not realistic, he has a good balance and a very appealing way of being creative. I really hope he'll be able to become an artist!
This kid literally ripped off Mr Doodle LOL. Nice to see a kid having fun and making s**t but common, don't try to pass it off as something new just cause he's a kid. His style is a 1:1 clone of Mr Doodles....If a grown man was doing this he'd be tossed to the wolves over this.
What a talented kid and even more, amazingly supportive parents. I also doodled a lot as a kid and was diagnosed with ADHD as an adult. Now I realize that the doodles helped me to engage my brain and actually focus more (I need to have constant movement or else my brain shuts down). Never tell a kid to stop doodling; there might be a legitimate reason behind it!
I always doodle as well and have a Masters degree in counseling. It is a healthy way of relieving stress and I bet his grades are great. Sometimes school is boring and doodling helps!!
That is the trick isn't it, figure out what you are passionate about, and run with it! Awesome!
Great! I know a girl who is as talented in this type of things :-) Her name is Evguenia https://www.instagram.com/evguenia2019/
I can't believe this kid. But not every kid have the talent like this. https://www.storifynews.com
That's every child's dream, to be able to draw on the wall without moderation :) <3
When you were a Kid you had no mental limitations. So Be As You Were and Conquer The World. The Kid clearly was being subjected to some limitations of some sort by the school administration. "You Cannot Do This* You Can Do Anything That Has Ever Crossed Your Mind Kid.
Reminds me of the very talented Sergio Aragones in Mad magazine - "marginal thinking dept". Keep it up, kid!
Two things stand out to me: one, his spatial arrangement is excellent. Everything is clearly spaced. Second, he has a REALLY steady hand. I'm amazing at how clear his lines are. In addition to that, he's very creative visually. Just look at those images and try to find duplicates. There are remarkably few. Almost every image is unique.
As a much older doodler and artist, I wish teachers and adults would realize that even though students are doodling, they are listening. Doodling calms our minds and allows us to listen more carefully. You are absorbing the information around you and translating it to paper. Visual learner is what I see.
Keith Haring would be proud! So glad he found a good outlet! -Long time Jr. High Art Teacher.
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No mention of how, or if, he got paid. Child labour laws mean you can't actually hire him under 13, but helping yourself to a child's labour without pay is much worse! I hope a reasonable amount of money went into a trust-fund for him, otherwise the Number 4 restaurant are just exploiting him and calling it "encouragement". Truly awesome doodles, though!
As someone with ADD, doodling was the ONLY way I could concentrate. The SCHOOL DID THE WRONG THING because the teaching staff did not understand.
Let's not forget that Elvis Presley's teacher thought his music was too outrageous and that he'd never be able to make a career out of it. And Fredrick W. Smith (Creator of FedEx) was told that his business concept of a centralized shipping company was ridiculous and would never work. Sometimes being told you can't do something is the nudge you need to prove the haters wrong.
wish i was as lucky as to have an opportunity such as this given to me
I love it This kid is to die for! That is the top cartoon drawing I have seen in a long time!
What a talent! He's going to do many cool things in the years to come!
This young man has an amazing future in store - he's FABULOUS!! Great doodles "DoodleBoy";
The school did not do the right thing. Some children are able to focus to what they are hearing better if they are able to draw or do something with their hands. I was his child. I drew on every test and assignment that I was ever given and you know what my teacher did, she held me after class and let everyone go to lunch and I thought I was in trouble, but she went behind her desk and pulled out a gift basket that had a Sketchbook professional artist pencils and a whole lot of other amazing tools to help me with my passions. I was ever given and you know what my teacher did, she held me after class and let everyone go to lunch and I thought I was in trouble, but she went behind her desk and pulled out a gift basket that had a Sketchbook professional artist pencils and a whole lot of other amazing tools to help me with my passions. She seriously invested in my gifts and never told me that I should not draw on my assignments. I am still in artist today.
WALLPAPER! Have Joe develop his own line of wallpaper for kids rooms. I would definitely put it up in my "big boy" home. He could license shower curtains, fabrics, bed linens, posters, postcards, temporary tattoos, etc. etc. etc.
WHOA !! he is only 9 years old and though very talented he needs to finish his education and then at the right age will decide what he wants to do in life.He has loving parents giving him all the support possible for whatever choice he will make, and I doubt very much he is seen as a possible «big ticket«winner by his family.
Load More Replies... This is awesome! I love it! No wonder he is an artist-He is a lefty. Most lefties are very creative, intelligent & artistic. I have a lefty of my own & he is all of that & more. His artwork amazes me & he can play music like no ones business. He is self taught on guitar, piano, drums & bass. He was also part of an art project when he was in high school that is still up. (They decorated the ceiling tiles) I love this boys art as well. So creative & fun!
FAN TASTIC!!! The boy has a definite talent and must be supported in every way possible. Let this young flower bloom to its fullest! I love what I see in his 'doodles.' Just being jealous, I guess. I couldn't draw a box.
So moral of the story is, don't pay attention to the rules,but go ahead and do your thing. You'll get a job doin that very thing.
He should have a calendar made and a book deal. His doodles are adorable!! Don’t ever stop!
I absolutely ❤️ this kid. One day, he’ll be a famous illustrator and his teacher will reflect on how he got in trouble for doodling. So sweet.
My family would call me the "artist of the family." Unfortunately, I would sometimes get in trouble by my science teacher for drawing on my assignments, and my teacher would say "Don't doodle on your papers in my class. These are things you turn in, and you are not little kids anymore!" Well, he was wrong in my mind; If being a little kid is what it means to draw, then I am always a little kid by heart! I am glad that this boy got this wonderful opportunity.
This work is great... Ide pay for some of his work.... There someone famous who's work is very similar to this.. Can't remember at the mo... The beauty of this stuff is there's so much variation in the characters... Did you notice the road around the skyscrapers at the bottom of the wall.... This little chap has definitely got the talent. I see drawing books and more with his art on for sure.
This kid is brilliant. His art work reminds me of the art of Keith Haring.
And he has a sense of humor too .. I'm sure his future holds many a comic books and animation movies.
Awesome story! This article reminds me of when I was in grade school. My best subjects were drawing and reading encyclopedias. Since we weren't supposed to "doodle" in class, I stored my pics in my locker. But my locker was so full I had to be very careful when opening the door or an avalanche of drawings would leap on to the floor. Came close, but never did get caught. : ) Fortunately, I've been able to use my creativity in the jobs I've had.
Just curious...how did Joe simultaneously get " in trouble" for doodling, and recieve his teachers accolades and posts on her Instagram? Makes no sense. Joe and his unnamed twin are on the gifted registry?!? I'm just curious, but for what?? I have a 4 year old that is, also, an incredible doodler, and a 6 year old who is on the 'gifted' registry, in particular with mathematics. I'm astounded that these parents have reduced their son to being the 'doodle boy', and more so by everyone who thinks this is incredible. I've got a feeling that the 'unnamed twin' is going to be the happier grown up.
This little boy is talented and witty. It’s lovely that his parents encourage him and that he’s had the opportunity to earn money from his talent. I hope that he’ll continue to doodle and continue to be creative when he grows up.
What a great idea and what a marvelous artist he is. I love doodling, I've yet to make it through a staff meeting or conference call without doodles. I am so excited for him that he got this opportunity. It's too bad the teachers at school were trying to quash his creativity.
Here's my story about doodling since everyone is sharing theirs. So when I was in second grade I had a teacher who was OLD. And I'm not saying that to be rude like, I'm not even joking she had to have been in her eighties. Anyway, I would always doodle in class mindlessly while still paying attention to the lesson. I would also doodle on my homework but not to a point where you couldn't see what I was doing. So one day she finally snap and tells me to stop because its, and I quote, "disturbing and distracting to other students." LIKE WHAT ARE MY SMILEY FACES, STICKMEN, AND DOGS WITH FLOWERS FOR HEADS A PROBLEM?! (Looking back now I can see why the dogs might be a tiiiiny bit disturbing. But, I stopped. That followed me through the rest of elm. school and now middle school. I'll doodle in class sometimes when I'm bored but its mostly just waaaay too detailed hands and severed body limbs. I think I might have a problem. But I keep them to myself. I'm not a sycopath I promise.
This boy is supremely talented. You can see how his doodles have a similar cartoon style, he put in background elements and each doodle is situated in a particular way to its neighbor. He should definitely go to art school one day,
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The talent i wish i have. hehehe Congrats little boy! You're cool. Keep it up.
When I was little my father let my brother and me scribble on the walls of our closets. Our doodles, though, were nothing like Joe Whale's. At least one of mine involved a weird scene I remembered on "Star Trek."
I love that his parents let him take an art class after school; of course, being added to the gifted register (along with his twin brother Jesse!) at age four may have helped him articulate just how much he loves drawing! I take issue with this line by the author: "Joe is on his way to becoming a professional artist." Joe has been paid, which makes him a professional now! 🙂😃
This kid is super talented. Reminds me of the Wimpy Kid books by Jeff Kinney.
I love this. I let my daughter and her friends have one wall in her bedroom where they could draw and doodle. They all loved it so much. When it came time to sell, a good primer and a couple of coats of paint and hey presto, all new again. In the basement we had a massive chalkboard (like 8 feet/2.5 meters across and 5 feet/1.5 meters high for more temporary artwork. There is always a way to encourage creativity.
The variety of themes and characters in his doodles is already so advanced. I can only imagine his work with further exposure to the world and more education. Doodles with Freud, Aristotle, etc.
these are ADORABLE! I would have them anywhere I wanted a cheer-up bc they are so cute & fun! he should make a set of tattoo flash! what a talented kiddo & so happy his parents are supportive & not crushing his natural inclination to create! <3
Well... i guess its good idea to buy his early art as i see potential here...
He's amazing! He is also starting early, maybe, a new Banksy is growing!
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