His name is Moofus, watch him draw
Oh man! This kid is amazing. And when I say kid, I mean kid. Moofus is eleven years old, lives in my hometown of Sydney, and is still at school. In his own words, ‘my mum and dad won’t let me leave school to get a proper job as I won’t fit up chimneys anymore. So I draw lots of pictures’. Every month he gives a percentage of the sales of his drawings to charity. This month it’s going to International Animal Rescue. The artworks themselves could be collectors items one day. The kid has real talent.
Tagged: Australian illustrators, line drawing, Sydney
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Zac said | 28 August, 2008
Love him…is he REALLY 11 years old though?? (Or am I being too cynical?)
zakee said | 28 August, 2008
Believe it this boy is a true rare talent, and yes fellow zac he really is 11. Well done Milan we think you’re work is incredible, love ya ! XXX Zakee and Al
kate said | 28 August, 2008
Zac, you’re right to be cynical, he’s actually coming up to 11 and a half.
I should know, I’m his mother and the memory of his birth is still enough to make me wince!
big thanks for the write up, he’s well chuffed.
TEZ said | 28 August, 2008
Wow….fantastic work Moofus!
Tracey said | 31 August, 2008
Milan is one of the most talented children I know. He goes to school with my son. I am frequently awestruck by his ability. I hope he remembers me when he’s rich!
Marcela said | 3 September, 2008
I am proud to say that I know him!! I am a fan too!!
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spiro said | 28 August, 2008
love these drawings. where can a person buy one.