James G. Polk
@jaypolknbeans.bsky.social
Artist and Writer
*Open to Commissions—Let’s Talk!*
*Open to Commissions—Let’s Talk!*
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December 12, 2025 at 6:11 PM
🔔 New Etsy Listing: Elvis Presley Prints Available!🔔
Available on Etsy!
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Available on Etsy!
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#OTD Laurie Beechman in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, 1981
Check out the new collection of Hirschfeld’s at the Laurie Beechman Theatre & West Bank Cafe next time you’re in NYC!
Check out the new collection of Hirschfeld’s at the Laurie Beechman Theatre & West Bank Cafe next time you’re in NYC!
December 11, 2025 at 7:01 PM
#OTD Laurie Beechman in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, 1981
Check out the new collection of Hirschfeld’s at the Laurie Beechman Theatre & West Bank Cafe next time you’re in NYC!
Check out the new collection of Hirschfeld’s at the Laurie Beechman Theatre & West Bank Cafe next time you’re in NYC!
I’m so glad to welcome everyone back to Tarzan Thursday! Where I share a new Tarzan related caricature sketch every Thursday!
Our subject this week is French cosplayer Vivien, striking a dynamic pose as the ape-man.
Our subject this week is French cosplayer Vivien, striking a dynamic pose as the ape-man.
December 11, 2025 at 6:19 PM
I’m so glad to welcome everyone back to Tarzan Thursday! Where I share a new Tarzan related caricature sketch every Thursday!
Our subject this week is French cosplayer Vivien, striking a dynamic pose as the ape-man.
Our subject this week is French cosplayer Vivien, striking a dynamic pose as the ape-man.
Well, hello!
Mississippi adults are out of Bluesky embargo, so stay tuned for more posts!
Mississippi adults are out of Bluesky embargo, so stay tuned for more posts!
December 11, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Well, hello!
Mississippi adults are out of Bluesky embargo, so stay tuned for more posts!
Mississippi adults are out of Bluesky embargo, so stay tuned for more posts!
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Al Hirschfeld [1903-2003] ON THE BEACH art. 1959.
February 16, 2024 at 6:57 PM
Al Hirschfeld [1903-2003] ON THE BEACH art. 1959.
Recent sketchbook work:
Jason Momoa in “Chief of War,” Apple TV series concerning the political unification of the islands and people comprising modern-day Hawaii.
Jason Momoa in “Chief of War,” Apple TV series concerning the political unification of the islands and people comprising modern-day Hawaii.
August 23, 2025 at 3:21 PM
Recent sketchbook work:
Jason Momoa in “Chief of War,” Apple TV series concerning the political unification of the islands and people comprising modern-day Hawaii.
Jason Momoa in “Chief of War,” Apple TV series concerning the political unification of the islands and people comprising modern-day Hawaii.
It’s Tarzan Thursday!
Today’s subject:
Karl Weigand, actor of the stage, playing the title character in the musical theatre adaptation of Disney’s “Tarzan.”
Kudos for his NJACT Perry Award nomination for his performances!
Today’s subject:
Karl Weigand, actor of the stage, playing the title character in the musical theatre adaptation of Disney’s “Tarzan.”
Kudos for his NJACT Perry Award nomination for his performances!
August 21, 2025 at 3:04 PM
It’s Tarzan Thursday!
Today’s subject:
Karl Weigand, actor of the stage, playing the title character in the musical theatre adaptation of Disney’s “Tarzan.”
Kudos for his NJACT Perry Award nomination for his performances!
Today’s subject:
Karl Weigand, actor of the stage, playing the title character in the musical theatre adaptation of Disney’s “Tarzan.”
Kudos for his NJACT Perry Award nomination for his performances!
Wishing a happy birthday to American actress Amy Adams, who turns 51 today.
August 20, 2025 at 1:41 PM
Wishing a happy birthday to American actress Amy Adams, who turns 51 today.
Wishing a happy birthday to Madonna, one of the foremost personalities in popular music.
August 16, 2025 at 3:30 PM
Wishing a happy birthday to Madonna, one of the foremost personalities in popular music.
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Born on this date: Madonna
August 16, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Born on this date: Madonna
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It’s Tarzan Thursday!
Today’s subjects: Paul Pecorino and Rob Eco as Jane and Tarzan respectively in the campy short film “The Destruction of Jane.”
Today’s subjects: Paul Pecorino and Rob Eco as Jane and Tarzan respectively in the campy short film “The Destruction of Jane.”
August 14, 2025 at 2:24 PM
It’s Tarzan Thursday!
Today’s subjects: Paul Pecorino and Rob Eco as Jane and Tarzan respectively in the campy short film “The Destruction of Jane.”
Today’s subjects: Paul Pecorino and Rob Eco as Jane and Tarzan respectively in the campy short film “The Destruction of Jane.”
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Charles Entertainment Cheese
August 13, 2025 at 11:35 PM
Charles Entertainment Cheese
Born on this day: Sir Alfred Hitchcock, legendary director of the movies and the oft-dubbed “Master of Suspense.”
August 13, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Born on this day: Sir Alfred Hitchcock, legendary director of the movies and the oft-dubbed “Master of Suspense.”
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Born on this date: Alfred Hitchcock
August 13, 2025 at 12:56 PM
Born on this date: Alfred Hitchcock
“What you need…Is another *PHYSICAL CHALLENGE* !!”
Needless to say, I’m very excited for Chapter 5.
Needless to say, I’m very excited for Chapter 5.
August 12, 2025 at 5:15 PM
“What you need…Is another *PHYSICAL CHALLENGE* !!”
Needless to say, I’m very excited for Chapter 5.
Needless to say, I’m very excited for Chapter 5.
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Today is the 75th anniversary of the film Sunset Boulevard!
Hirschfeld drew Gloria Swanson and Erich von Stroheim in their roles in 1977.
Hirschfeld drew Gloria Swanson and Erich von Stroheim in their roles in 1977.
August 10, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Today is the 75th anniversary of the film Sunset Boulevard!
Hirschfeld drew Gloria Swanson and Erich von Stroheim in their roles in 1977.
Hirschfeld drew Gloria Swanson and Erich von Stroheim in their roles in 1977.
It’s Tarzan Thursday!
Today’s subjects:
Elmo Lincoln and Enid Markey, the first Tarzan and Jane of the silver screen 🎞️
Today’s subjects:
Elmo Lincoln and Enid Markey, the first Tarzan and Jane of the silver screen 🎞️
August 7, 2025 at 2:25 PM
It’s Tarzan Thursday!
Today’s subjects:
Elmo Lincoln and Enid Markey, the first Tarzan and Jane of the silver screen 🎞️
Today’s subjects:
Elmo Lincoln and Enid Markey, the first Tarzan and Jane of the silver screen 🎞️
Wishing a happy heavenly birthday to Lucille Ball; great comedic actress and capable businesswoman, with three successful series she starred in and many shows premiering courtesy of her and Desi Arnaz’s Desilu production company and studio.
August 6, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Wishing a happy heavenly birthday to Lucille Ball; great comedic actress and capable businesswoman, with three successful series she starred in and many shows premiering courtesy of her and Desi Arnaz’s Desilu production company and studio.
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Scene from Kip’s childhood 🏨
The summer after his mom left, Kip and his dad found themselves in a tough spot and stayed at a hotel for a month before moving in with his Grammy.
For Nate, it was a difficult period. For Kip, it was an exciting new adventure! Visit my IG for the full lore details 🙌
The summer after his mom left, Kip and his dad found themselves in a tough spot and stayed at a hotel for a month before moving in with his Grammy.
For Nate, it was a difficult period. For Kip, it was an exciting new adventure! Visit my IG for the full lore details 🙌
August 5, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Scene from Kip’s childhood 🏨
The summer after his mom left, Kip and his dad found themselves in a tough spot and stayed at a hotel for a month before moving in with his Grammy.
For Nate, it was a difficult period. For Kip, it was an exciting new adventure! Visit my IG for the full lore details 🙌
The summer after his mom left, Kip and his dad found themselves in a tough spot and stayed at a hotel for a month before moving in with his Grammy.
For Nate, it was a difficult period. For Kip, it was an exciting new adventure! Visit my IG for the full lore details 🙌