Nate Fakes

Nate Fakes – Designer

Los Angeles-based illustrator and syndicated cartoonist featured in the NY Times, MAD Magazine, Red Bull advertising, and Scholastic.

Overview

Hello! 👋 My name is Nate. I'm a full-time syndicated cartoonist with King Features, published in over 80 newspapers daily. Additionally, I'm an author, graphic novelist, and children's book illustrator. I live in sunny Los Angeles, California.


I've worked as an in-house cartoonist for an agency where I created Red Bull cartoons for worldwide advertising campaigns with storyboards, print ads, digital ads, and television commercials. I also have a syndicated series, Break of Day, which is read daily in newspapers worldwide. Plus, I'm a published author with well-reviewed books, like my graphic memoir, A FADE OF LIGHT.


My work has appeared in MAD Magazine, the New York Times, greeting cards, prominent ads, and just about anywhere that appreciates my humor and art. Some of my biggest clients are Disney, Scholastic, and Warner Bros.



I'm primarily interested in illustration, cartooning/comics, children's books, graphic novels, and cover art. Preferably anything with a humorous twist. However, I'm open to projects of all kinds.


With all this said, here's how my work can bring your story to life and make it one of a kind...


💰 Collaboration: I work closely with you on everything from cover design to finished illustrations, all at a fair price that pays for itself. Nothing leaves the gate without both of our stamps of approval.


😃 Communication: My job relies on strong communication, and I welcome any means of communication throughout the collaboration.


🖊️ One of a Kind: Each illustration is hand-drawn, distinct, and skillfully crafted.


🗓️ I Have Never Missed a Deadline: I create a detailed schedule for the workflow—covering everything from when the roughs are finished to the final illustrations.


✏️ Rough Drafts and Revisions: I begin each illustration with rough drafts that will not be finalized without your approval and revisions if necessary.


⭐ Incredible Results: Check out my reviews and portfolio here on Reedsy!


Do you think I'm a good fit? Reach out, and let's discuss your project further!

Services
Non-Fiction
Business & Management Children’s Non-Fiction Comics Non-Fiction Self-Help & Self-Improvement
Fiction
Comics & Graphic Novels Humor & Comedy Middle Grade Picture Books
Languages
English
Certifications
  • Member of the National Cartoonists Society
  • ASIFA Hollywood

Work experience

King Features

May, 2023 — Present

Nationally syndicated cartoonist of the daily gag cartoon, Break of Day, published in over 80 print newspapers and online.

Red Bull - Kastner Agency

Jun, 2018 — Sep, 2019 (about 1 year)

Cartoonist, writer, and storyboard artist for Red Bull ads that appeared in commercials worldwide.

MAD Magazine

Jul, 2004 — Jun, 2019 (almost 15 years)

Wrote and created illustrations for the iconic humor magazine.

Portfolio

A Fade of Light

Fakes, Nate

The Goats Wrote a Note

Carr, Kristy

Harebrained Books

Need a new book for your cat to sit on? This is it. This full-color book features cat illustrations and over 70 cat cartoons by syndicated cartoonist, Nate Fakes. Purr-fect for any cat lover of all ages and anyone that enjoys some feline fun!
Are you frustrated with the local dog walkers? city traffic? the transit system? your neighbors? how about your co-workers antics? Do you grunt under your breath or yell out loud that “PEOPLE SUCK!!” on a regular basis? If you do then this book is for you! Do ... read more
“Too Late, Mate?” tells the true story of a singleton and relationship virgin who spent most of his adult life bewildered, struggling to figure out where he was going wrong with women and wondering where he had misplaced his sex life. In the process he had ach... read more
They Did it Sideways

John-Archie Lynn

In 1974, Photographer Jonny Corry and his pal Barney are probably the only marijuana growers in Northern Ireland. With their illegal stash protected by a neurotic horny dog they join in the antics of zany characters who smoke pot and consume industrial quantit... read more
In June of 2015, a conversation took place between Mark Nelson O’Brien and Nate Fakes that would change the course of world history. Well … maybe not the history of the whole world. But it would certainly change the lives and the histories of the two chucklehe... read more
When most people think about God, they picture a grumpy old man in the sky handing out impossible rules and smiting people. It s not often that we have the opportunity to see God as the inventor of humor and a connoisseur of friendship. Knocking on Heaven s Do... read more

Nate has 12 reviews

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Kenneth R.

Kenneth R.

Jun, 2024

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I had an outstanding experience working with Nate F. Nate was always professional, efficient, timely and provided great suggestions for how his art work could enhance my book. Nate designed the cover and interior illustrations for my book which are absolutely creative, ingenious, colorful and ...
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Kristy C.

Kristy C.

Dec, 2024

I cannot recommend Nate highly enough! I have now worked with him twice, and he is an absolute professional and a delight to work with. This was my first experience of having a book illustrated and published and he went above and beyond to guide me throughout the whole process. He kept to a tight...
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Kristy C.

Kristy C.

Aug, 2024

I can't recommend Nate highly enough. I'm thrilled with the illustrations he's done for my childrens' book, "The Goats Wrote a Note". In his unique style, he's brought my story to life. He's been patient, encouraging, responsive and wonderfully intuitive in blending everything I wanted with his o...
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Kenneth R.

Kenneth R.

Jul, 2024

I wrote a book that played off on the immortality of cryptocurrency versus the mortality of people. Because the theme was both dark and technical, I wanted artwork for the book that was light hearted and comical. The artwork was for the front and back covers and the headers for each chapter. Nat...
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S. B.

S. B.

Nov, 2019

It was a pleasure working with Nate. He's a great communicator and a true professional. I enjoyed our collaboration on 35+ images that he illustrated for my book.

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