In today’s Crusty Goobers post, I’m featuring a new drawing video where I’m drawing Bebop from Ninja Turtles, specifically the classic 1987 cartoon version. This is the Bebop a lot of us grew up with. Loud, goofy, purple mohawk, sunglasses, and zero self-awareness.

This video focuses on taking that iconic version of Bebop and translating him into my Crusty Goobers style. Exaggerated features, chunky shapes, and a slightly gross, very cartoony look that fits right in with the rest of the Crusty Goobers universe.

If you’re a fan of the original TMNT animated series, or you just enjoy watching characters get reimagined in a fun drawing style, this one was a blast to work on.

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Who Is Bebop?

Bebop is a recurring villain in the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise and one half of one of the most memorable villain duos in cartoon history. Alongside Rocksteady, Bebop serves as a henchman for Shredder, carrying out orders for the Foot Clan with a mix of brute force and complete incompetence.

Before becoming a mutant, Bebop was a human. After mutating, he became a mutant warthog, instantly recognizable by his snout, tusks, sunglasses, and signature purple mohawk. While Bebop isn’t exactly known for being smart or strategic, his personality and design made him an instant fan favorite.

Bebop and Rocksteady are named after music genres. Bebop is a style of jazz, while Rocksteady is a Jamaican music style that predates reggae. That detail alone tells you how much personality was baked into these characters from the start.

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The 1987 Cartoon Version of Bebop

For this video, I’m drawing Bebop from Ninja Turtles as he appeared in the 1987 animated series. This version of Bebop leans heavily into cartoon exaggeration. Big expressions, over-the-top reactions, and a design that feels goofy rather than threatening.

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That makes him a perfect candidate for the Crusty Goobers treatment.

The 1987 Bebop design has a lot of strong, recognizable elements that are fun to exaggerate even further. The mohawk, the snout, the sunglasses, and the bulky body shape all translate really well into a crusty, chunky cartoon style.

This isn’t about realism. It’s about personality.

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Translating Bebop into Crusty Goobers Style

When I’m working on Crusty Goobers characters, I focus on pushing shapes and expressions just far enough to feel gross, goofy, and fun without losing what makes the character recognizable.

While drawing Bebop from Ninja Turtles, I leaned into:

• A heavier, more exaggerated snout
• Chunky facial features
• Overstated expressions
• Thick outlines and bold shapes

The goal is always to make the character feel like they belong in the Crusty Goobers world while still being instantly identifiable. You should be able to look at the drawing and immediately say, “Yep, that’s Bebop.”

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Bebop and Rocksteady as a Duo

Bebop wouldn’t be complete without Rocksteady. The two characters are almost always seen together, acting as Shredder’s muscle while somehow managing to mess everything up.

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Bebop, the mutant warthog, and Rocksteady, the mutant rhinoceros, balance each other perfectly. One loud, one aggressive, both clueless. That dynamic is a big part of why they’ve remained popular across so many versions of TMNT.

This Crusty Goobers Bebop drawing is designed to fit right alongside other TMNT-inspired Crusty Goobers characters. If you’ve seen my other TMNT drawings, you’ll notice the same chunky proportions and expressive style carrying through.

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Why Bebop Works So Well in Crusty Goobers

Some characters are just made for exaggerated cartoon styles, and Bebop is one of them. His design already leans into caricature, which makes drawing Bebop from Ninja Turtles in a Crusty Goobers style feel natural.

He’s not meant to be sleek or cool. He’s meant to be loud, messy, and a little gross. That lines up perfectly with what Crusty Goobers is all about.

This drawing was especially fun because it allowed me to push things without worrying about overdoing it. With Bebop, there’s no such thing as too much.

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More TMNT Crusty Goobers Coming

This Bebop drawing is part of my ongoing TMNT Crusty Goobers series, where I take classic Ninja Turtles characters and reimagine them in my own cartoony, exaggerated style.

If you’ve been enjoying these posts and videos, there are plenty more characters that fit this approach perfectly. TMNT is packed with weird, memorable designs that translate really well into Crusty Goobers.

About the Drawing Video

The video shows my full process for drawing Bebop from Ninja Turtles, from the initial sketch through the final Crusty Goobers-style drawing. I walk through how I approach the character, what features I choose to exaggerate, and how the drawing evolves as it comes together.

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This kind of video is meant to be both entertaining and useful. Even if you’re not trying to draw Bebop specifically, you can apply the same ideas to other characters. Exaggerate shapes, simplify details, and focus on expression first.

That mindset works whether you’re drawing TMNT characters, original monsters, or your own weird cartoon creations.

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Final Thoughts on Drawing Bebop from Ninja Turtles

If you’re a fan of the 1987 TMNT cartoon, Bebop is one of those characters that instantly brings back memories. Working on this piece and drawing Bebop from Ninja Turtles in my Crusty Goobers style was a great mix of nostalgia and creative freedom.

Whether you’re watching the video for entertainment, inspiration, or to pick up drawing ideas of your own, this one is all about having fun with a classic character and pushing cartoon exaggeration as far as it can go.

And if you’re keeping track, yes, Rocksteady absolutely needs his own Crusty Goobers drawing too.

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In this post, I’m sharing a new timelapse drawing video where I draw Baxter Stockman—specifically his fly-mutant form—from the 1987 animated version of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. This one was a lot of fun to tackle, and it fits perfectly into the ongoing Crusty Goobers–style TMNT drawings I’ve been doing lately.

The focus of this post (and the video) is Drawing Baxter Stockman from Ninja Turtles in my Crusty Goobers Style. If you’ve been following along with the other TMNT posts, you already know the approach: no sketching, no erasing, no worrying about mistakes. I start with a pen, let the drawing develop naturally, and whatever happens becomes part of the character.

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Drawing Along with Me, Not Drawing Perfectly

When I sit down to do these Crusty Goobers drawings, I’m not trying to make a perfect version of the character. I’m inviting you to draw along with me. That’s especially important with a character like Baxter Stockman, whose fly-mutant design is already strange, messy, and a little uncomfortable in the best possible way.

In the video, you’ll see Drawing Baxter Stockman from Ninja Turtles in my Crusty Goobers Style from start to finish. I don’t begin with a pencil sketch. I put pen to paper and commit to the lines. If something comes out odd, I work around it. That’s part of the creative process, and it’s something I encourage kids to try as well.

After the line work is finished, I color the drawing using markers. The coloring is loose and expressive, just like the inking. Watching the colors go down is often when the character really comes to life.

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Why Baxter Stockman Is a Great Fit for This Style

Baxter Stockman’s story in the 1987 series is one of the more tragic and bizarre arcs in the show, which makes him a great subject for this style of drawing. He starts out as a scientist, creates the Mousers, gets rejected, then manipulated by Shredder, betrayed, and eventually transformed into a half-man, half-fly creature.

That fly-mutant version of Baxter is the one I draw in the video. The uneven features, bug-like eyes, wings, and distorted proportions all work really well when you’re Drawing Baxter Stockman from Ninja Turtles in my Crusty Goobers Style. This style embraces weirdness. It doesn’t try to clean things up or make them pretty.

Baxter’s frustration, bitterness, and anger translate naturally into exaggerated shapes and expressions, which makes the drawing process more playful than intimidating.

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No Sketching, Just Letting the Drawing Happen

One thing I always like to explain in these posts is that I don’t sketch first when drawing Crusty Goobers–style characters. I don’t map things out. I don’t erase. I start with a pen and let the drawing evolve.

That approach is intentional. It shows that drawing doesn’t have to be precious. Mistakes aren’t failures—they’re opportunities to make the character more interesting. When kids see Drawing Baxter Stockman from Ninja Turtles in my Crusty Goobers Style unfold this way, it helps remove the fear of “doing it wrong.”

This is the same mindset behind my Crusty Goobers books.

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How This Connects to My Crusty Goobers Books

The Crusty Goobers books are built around this exact approach to drawing. The characters are strange, imperfect, and full of personality. They’re not meant to look polished or symmetrical. They’re meant to feel alive.

Even though TMNT characters like Baxter Stockman don’t appear in the books, this video shows how that same Crusty Goobers style can be applied to any character. If you can draw along with Drawing Baxter Stockman from Ninja Turtles in my Crusty Goobers Style, you can apply those same ideas to the original characters found in the books.

The goal is always to encourage creativity without pressure.

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Drawing as a Creative Exercise

Videos like this aren’t just about the finished drawing. They’re about the act of drawing itself. Sitting down, putting pen to paper, and seeing what happens is a powerful creative exercise—especially for kids.

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When you draw along with Drawing Baxter Stockman from Ninja Turtles in my Crusty Goobers Style, you’re practicing observation, decision-making, and confidence. You’re also learning that drawing doesn’t have to be perfect to be satisfying.

That lesson carries over into other types of art and creative thinking.

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Final Thoughts

This Baxter Stockman Crusty Goobers drawing was a great addition to the TMNT series I’ve been working through. His fly-mutant form is weird, expressive, and a perfect reminder that drawing doesn’t have to be clean or controlled to be fun.

If you’re drawing along with the video, I hope it encourages you to loosen up, try new things, and embrace whatever comes out on the page. And if you enjoy this style, the Crusty Goobers books are built around that same spirit.

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In this post, I’m sharing a new timelapse drawing video where I draw Michelangelo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in my Crusty Goobers style. This one was especially fun to work on because Michelangelo has always been the most playful and unpredictable of the Ninja Turtles, which fits perfectly with how I approach these drawings.

When I sit down to draw these Crusty Goobers–style characters, I don’t start with a sketch. I start with a pen. Whatever happens, happens. Any weird lines or unexpected shapes just become part of the character. That approach works really well for a character like Michelangelo, who has always been a little wild, a little goofy, and full of energy.

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Drawing Along Without Overthinking It

This video isn’t about perfection or copying an exact reference. It’s about drawing along with me and letting the character evolve naturally. I put pen to paper and let the drawing lead the way. If a line goes somewhere unexpected, I work around it. That’s just part of the creative process.

After the ink work is done, I color the drawing using markers. You’ll see the character come to life as the colors go down, and you’ll notice that the coloring is loose and expressive. This is the same mindset I use when creating my Crusty Goobers characters in my books—fun first, rules second.

If you’re drawing along at home, this is a great reminder that you don’t need to erase mistakes. You can turn them into features.

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Why Michelangelo Works So Well in This Style

Michelangelo has always been the most lighthearted of the four Turtle brothers. He plays pranks, cracks jokes, and doesn’t take much seriously—except pizza. That free-spirited personality translates really well into the Crusty Goobers style.

In this drawing, I lean into that playful energy. The shapes are loose, the expression is exaggerated, and the character feels like he’s mid-thought or mid-joke. Michelangelo’s love of pizza, skateboarding, surfing, and partying all influence how I think about his posture and expression while drawing.

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He’s not stiff or serious. He’s carefree, a little chaotic, and full of personality—and that’s exactly the kind of energy I want kids (and adults) to feel when they draw along.

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No Sketching, Just Commitment

One thing I always like to point out in these posts is that I don’t sketch first when I draw Crusty Goobers–style characters. I commit to the pen right away. That can feel scary at first, but it’s incredibly freeing once you get used to it.

Drawing Michelangelo this way keeps the process spontaneous. There’s no pressure to get things “right.” You’re reacting to the drawing as it develops. That’s something I encourage kids to try too—especially kids who feel stuck or nervous about drawing.

This approach shows that drawing doesn’t have to be perfect to be enjoyable or expressive.

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How This Connects to My Crusty Goobers Books

The Crusty Goobers books are built around this exact mindset. The characters are strange, imperfect, funny, and unpredictable. They’re not meant to look polished or symmetrical. They’re meant to feel alive.

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Even though Michelangelo himself doesn’t appear in the books, this video shows how any character could be reimagined in the same style. If you can draw along with this video, you can apply the same ideas to your own original characters—or to the creatures in the Crusty Goobers books.

The goal is always the same: draw freely, accept imperfections, and have fun with the process.

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Drawing as a Creative Outlet

Videos like this aren’t just about a single character. They’re about encouraging people to sit down and draw without overthinking it. Whether you’re a kid picking up a marker for the first time or an adult who hasn’t drawn in years, this style removes a lot of pressure.

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Michelangelo’s playful, innocent personality makes him a great reminder that drawing can be lighthearted. You don’t have to be serious. You don’t have to plan everything. You can just start.

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Final Thoughts

This Michelangelo Crusty Goobers drawing was a blast to create, and I hope it inspires you to draw along and experiment with your own characters. Grab a pen, grab some markers, and see where the drawing takes you.

Whether you’re a longtime Ninja Turtles fan or just someone who enjoys drawing silly characters, this is a great way to loosen up and spark your own creativity.

Thanks for drawing along with me.

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In this post, I’m sharing a new timelapse drawing video where I draw Muckman from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in my Crusty Goobers style. Muckman is one of those characters that feels like he was made for this kind of loose, unpredictable drawing approach. He’s messy, strange, and full of personality—exactly the kind of character that works best when you just start drawing and see where it goes.

Just like the other drawings I’ve shared in this series, I don’t start with a sketch. I jump straight in with a pen. No pencil, no erasing, no safety net. Whatever happens on the page becomes part of the drawing, and that mindset fits Muckman perfectly.

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A Little Background on Muckman

Part of what makes Drawing Muckman from Ninja Turtles so fun is the character’s backstory. Muckman was originally a garbage man named Garson Grunge who lived and worked around the sewers. After Bebop and Rocksteady dumped mutagen out a window, it landed on him and caused him to mutate into a walking pile of sentient trash.

At the same time, his friend Joe Junkee was also mutated into what became Joe Eyeball—his parasitic eyeball companion who often acts as his voice of reason. Together, they took on the names Muckman and Joe Eyeball.

They didn’t start out as friends of the Turtles. At first, they blamed the Turtles for what happened to them and even became enemies for a while. Over time, though, Muckman turned into more of an ally—grimy, sewer-loving, and capable of launching ooze attacks, but ultimately surprisingly friendly despite his gross appearance.

Knowing that backstory makes Drawing Muckman from Ninja Turtles even more enjoyable, because the character isn’t just a pile of trash—he’s a tragic, weird, and oddly likable figure.

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Why Muckman Works So Well for This Drawing Style

Muckman isn’t supposed to be clean or symmetrical, which makes Drawing Muckman from Ninja Turtles ideal for a pen-first approach. His design invites chaos. Lumps, uneven shapes, and cluttered details all feel right at home.

That’s an important lesson for kids to see. Not every drawing has to be neat or polished to be successful. Characters like Muckman show that messy drawings can still have a lot of personality.

When kids draw along with this video, they’re encouraged to embrace their own version of Muckman instead of worrying about copying mine exactly.

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Drawing Along Instead of Watching

These videos are meant to be drawn along with. Drawing Muckman from Ninja Turtles works best when kids grab paper and markers and jump in while the video plays.

Starting directly with pen shows that you don’t need to be afraid of making a mistake. Mistakes don’t end a drawing—they just change its direction. That mindset helps kids relax and enjoy the process instead of freezing up.

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Pen First, Markers Second

When I draw Crusty Goobers–style characters, I never sketch first, and Muckman is no exception. I start with pen and let the lines fall where they fall. Once the drawing is finished, I color it in with markers.

Watching Drawing Muckman from Ninja Turtles go from loose linework to bold color helps show how forgiving drawing can be. Even imperfect lines can look great once color is added.

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How This Connects to the Crusty Goobers Books

Muckman doesn’t appear in my Crusty Goobers books, but the process you see here is exactly how those characters are made. The books are full of original characters drawn with this same mindset—start drawing, keep going, and don’t overthink it.

If you enjoy Drawing Muckman from Ninja Turtles in this style, you’ll recognize that same energy in the Crusty Goobers books. They’re designed to help kids feel comfortable experimenting and creating without pressure.

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Using Familiar Characters as Creative Jump-Starts

Familiar characters like Muckman make great creative warm-ups. When kids already know who the character is, they can skip the “what should I draw?” stage and just start.

Drawing Muckman from Ninja Turtles becomes a gateway into drawing original characters afterward, once kids feel loosened up and confident.

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A Hands-On Way to Use Screen Time

This is the kind of screen time that encourages action. Instead of just watching, kids are actively drawing along. Drawing Muckman from Ninja Turtles becomes a creative activity rather than passive entertainment.

Parents often tell me they like pairing these videos with drawing books so kids can keep creating after the video ends.

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About the Timelapse Drawing Video

In the video, you’re watching Drawing Muckman from Ninja Turtles from start to finish in a timelapse format. I begin directly with pen and let the drawing develop as I go. There’s no plan for where every piece of garbage lands or how the shapes stack up. I react to the drawing in real time.

If something looks off, I don’t stop. I adapt. That’s a big part of how Crusty Goobers–style characters come together. Sometimes a strange proportion or unexpected shape actually makes the character more interesting.

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After the linework is finished, I color the drawing with markers. Marker coloring keeps things bold and energetic and fits the messy nature of Muckman perfectly. There’s no delicate shading here—just confident color choices and forward motion.

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Final Thoughts

This timelapse video of Drawing Muckman from Ninja Turtles is meant to show that drawing doesn’t have to be planned or perfect. Starting with a pen, adapting to mistakes, and coloring boldly with markers makes the process fun and approachable.

That same philosophy is what drives my Crusty Goobers art books. They’re about creativity, momentum, and letting characters take shape naturally—even if they start as a pile of trash.

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In this post, I’m sharing a timelapse drawing video where I draw Splinter from the classic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles cartoon in my Crusty Goobers style. Just like with the other drawings in this series, there’s no sketching beforehand and no erasing. I start directly with a pen, commit to every line, and let the drawing take shape as it goes.

That’s how Crusty Goobers characters are always created. I don’t plan everything out ahead of time. Whatever happens on the page becomes part of the character. Drawing Splinter from Ninja Turtles this way keeps the process loose, fun, and unpredictable, which is exactly what I want kids to see when they draw along.

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Why Drawing This Way Helps Kids Relax

One of the main reasons I make videos like this is to encourage kids to draw without pressure. Watching Drawing Splinter from Ninja Turtles happen with no sketch underneath shows that you don’t need to plan every detail before you start.

When kids draw along, they learn that:

• It’s okay to start right away
• Mistakes don’t ruin a drawing
• Lines don’t have to be perfect
• You can adapt as you go
• Drawing can be fun instead of stressful

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That mindset makes a huge difference, especially for kids who think they “aren’t good at drawing.” Seeing the process unfold in pen helps remove that fear.

How Splinter Fits the Crusty Goobers Style

Splinter isn’t a character you’ll find in my Crusty Goobers books, but Drawing Splinter from Ninja Turtles in this style is a great example of how the process works. Taking a well-known character and drawing them loosely helps show how flexible this approach can be.

The Crusty Goobers characters in my books are all original, but they’re created with the same mindset you see here. They’re drawn quickly, directly, and without worrying about perfection. That’s what gives them their charm.

If you imagine swapping Splinter out for one of the Goobers from the books, the drawing process would look almost identical.

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Using Familiar Characters as Creative Warm-Ups

I really like using familiar characters as drawing warm-ups, and Drawing Splinter from Ninja Turtles is a great example. When you already know who the character is, you don’t have to spend time figuring out what to draw. You can just start drawing.

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That makes it easier to relax and enjoy the process. Kids often find that after drawing along with a video like this, they feel more confident creating their own characters afterward.

It’s a great way to ease into original character design without the pressure of starting from a blank idea.

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Pen First, Markers Second

This drawing follows the same process I use for Crusty Goobers characters. I start with pen and let the lines land where they land. There’s no erasing and no fixing later. Every mark stays.

After that, I color the drawing with markers. Marker coloring keeps things playful and bold. It also reinforces the idea that drawings don’t need to be perfect to look good. Watching Drawing Splinter from Ninja Turtles go from simple linework to a fully colored character shows how much personality color can add, even when applied loosely.

Kids love this part, especially because markers feel immediate and fun to use.

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How This Video Connects to the Crusty Goobers Books

The Crusty Goobers art books are built around the same ideas you see in this video: start drawing, keep going, and don’t stress about mistakes. While the books focus on original characters, the drawing process is exactly the same.

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If you enjoy watching Drawing Splinter from Ninja Turtles unfold this way, you’ll recognize that same energy when flipping through the Crusty Goobers books. They encourage kids to:

• Draw freely
• Commit to their lines
• Adapt when things go off-plan
• Have fun with imperfect results

That freedom helps kids stick with drawing and enjoy it long term.

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An Active Way to Use Screen Time

Videos like this work well as an active kind of screen time. Instead of just watching, kids are encouraged to grab paper and draw along. Drawing Splinter from Ninja Turtles becomes a prompt to create, not just something to passively view.

Parents often tell me they like pairing videos like this with drawing books. Watch a drawing happen, try it yourself, then keep drawing offline.

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About the Timelapse Drawing Video

In the video, you’re watching Drawing Splinter from Ninja Turtles from start to finish, sped up into a timelapse. There’s no pencil sketch underneath and no cleanup phase later. Every line you see is drawn straight in pen.

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If a line curves the wrong way or a shape ends up bigger than expected, I don’t stop. I adjust and keep going. That’s a big part of this style. The drawing evolves as I work, and sometimes the unexpected details are what give the character the most personality.

Once the linework is finished, I color the drawing with markers. Marker coloring fits perfectly with this approach because it keeps things moving. There’s no second-guessing and no overworking—just bold color choices that bring the character to life.

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Final Thoughts

This timelapse video of Drawing Splinter from Ninja Turtles is meant to show that drawing doesn’t need to be planned or perfect. Sometimes the best drawings come from starting with a pen, accepting mistakes, and letting the character develop naturally.

If that approach sounds fun to you or your kids, the Crusty Goobers art books are built around that exact mindset. They’re about drawing freely, experimenting, and enjoying the process without overthinking it.

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In this post, I’m sharing a timelapse video where I draw Leonardo from the 1987 animated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series in my Crusty Goobers style. This video is less about planning and more about jumping right in. I don’t start with a sketch, I don’t erase, and I don’t try to make things perfect. I grab a pen, put it on paper, and see where it goes.

That’s exactly how the Crusty Goobers characters are created in my books, and it’s the same approach you’ll see in this video. Drawing Leonardo from Ninja Turtles this way is all about letting the drawing happen naturally and accepting whatever comes out on the page.

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Drawing Along Without Overthinking It

One of the reasons I like making videos like this is because they encourage people to draw along without worrying too much. Watching Drawing Leonardo from Ninja Turtles happen with no sketch underneath shows that you don’t need to plan everything out ahead of time.

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If you’re drawing along, you can:

• Start straight with pen
• Let lines overlap or get messy
• Adjust as you go
• Embrace happy accidents
• Color freely with markers or whatever you have

This approach takes the pressure off. You’re not trying to “get it right.” You’re just drawing.

That mindset is especially helpful for kids. When they see that even an adult artist doesn’t erase and doesn’t stress over mistakes, it makes drawing feel more approachable.

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Why This Approach Works So Well for Crusty Goobers

The Crusty Goobers characters are meant to feel imperfect, weird, and full of personality. Starting with pen helps keep that energy alive. When you don’t sketch first, you’re forced to commit to lines and adapt as you go.

That’s exactly what’s happening while Drawing Leonardo from Ninja Turtles in this video. The character develops naturally. Some lines end up thicker. Some shapes get pushed around. Instead of fighting that, I lean into it.

That same process is baked into the Crusty Goobers art books. The characters aren’t meant to be polished or symmetrical. They’re meant to feel alive and a little unpredictable.

Using a Familiar Character as a Fun Drawing Exercise

Leonardo doesn’t appear in my Crusty Goobers books, but Drawing Leonardo from Ninja Turtles in this style is a fun way to show how the process works. Using a familiar character makes it easier to jump in without thinking too much.

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You already know who the character is, so you can focus on drawing instead of planning. That makes it a great warm-up exercise before creating original characters.

Once you draw something like Leonardo this way, it becomes easier to apply the same loose approach to your own characters — which is exactly what the Crusty Goobers books encourage.

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Markers, Color, and Letting Go

After the pen work is finished, I color the drawing with markers. Marker coloring fits perfectly with this style because it’s fast and unforgiving — just like drawing in pen. Once the color goes down, it’s there.

That’s a good thing.

Coloring this way keeps the drawing playful. You’re not worrying about shading or realism. You’re just adding color to support the character’s personality. Watching Drawing Leonardo from Ninja Turtles go from plain linework to a fully colored character helps show how much life color can add, even when applied simply.

Kids especially love this part. Markers feel bold and fun, and there’s no pressure to stay inside the lines perfectly.

The Markers Used in my Video

How This Video Connects to the Crusty Goobers Books

The Crusty Goobers books are built around this same idea: draw first, think less, and keep moving forward. The characters inside the books are original, but they’re all created with this pen-first, no-erasing mindset.

If you enjoy watching Drawing Leonardo from Ninja Turtles unfold this way, you’ll recognize the same energy when flipping through the Crusty Goobers pages. The books encourage kids to:

• Draw without fear of mistakes
• Commit to lines
• Adapt when things go “wrong”
• Have fun with weird results

That freedom is often what helps kids fall in love with drawing in the first place.

About the Timelapse Drawing Video

In this video, you’re watching Drawing Leonardo from Ninja Turtles from start to finish, in real time, sped up into a timelapse. There’s no rough sketch underneath and no undo button. Every line you see is drawn directly with pen. If something comes out a little crooked or unexpected, I don’t erase it — I work with it.

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That’s a big part of the Crusty Goobers style. Mistakes aren’t mistakes. They’re just part of the drawing. Sometimes a line goes a direction I didn’t expect, and instead of fixing it, I let the character change. That’s often how the most interesting details show up.

After the linework is finished, I color the character using markers. Coloring with markers keeps things loose and fun. There’s no blending, no perfection, just bold color choices that bring the character to life.

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A Creative Kind of Screen Time

This kind of video works well as an active form of screen time. Instead of just watching, kids are encouraged to grab paper and draw along. Drawing Leonardo from Ninja Turtles becomes a prompt to create, not just consume.

Parents often tell me they like pairing videos like this with the books — watch a drawing happen, then try your own version, then keep drawing offline.

The Sketchbook Used in my Video

Final Thoughts

This timelapse video of Drawing Leonardo from Ninja Turtles is meant to show that drawing doesn’t have to start with a sketch or end perfectly. Sometimes the best drawings come from jumping straight in with a pen, rolling with mistakes, and seeing where things land.

If that approach sounds fun to you or your kids, the Crusty Goobers art books are built around that exact mindset. They’re about drawing freely, experimenting, and enjoying the process without overthinking it.

Thanks for drawing along with me.

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