Beard Boy As a child I was always drawing. I would sit for hours drawing all kinds of things. For me there is nothing more special than taking time to observe the world around you and then illustrate it in your own unique style. Over the years I have experimented with different art mediums but I always come back to drawing as my favourite. I have however exchanged my pencil and paper with the art of creating digital images. This new art from gives me all the joy of drawing but the freedom to capture pictures more freely. My Beard Boy collection of illustrations is a celebration of bearded men from around the world. The beard is a powerful symbol of masculinity and it’s been a pleasure to draw so many interesting men over the past year. My Beard Boys aim to entertain, spread my love of illustration & bring a smile to the faces of bearded men and their admirers. Beard Boy - R.W.Mitchell
R.W. Mitchell (Richard William Mitchell) lives in beautiful Barcelona with his husband and alter ego, Lady Red Velvet. When he’s not writing, he performs as a drag artist and works to promote equality, diversity, and inclusive storytelling in his community. Mitchell writes across a wide range of genres — from children’s fantasy adventures to romantic comedies for adults. His stories are known for humour, heart, and warmth, and they often explore what it means to find belonging, love, and laughter in everyday life.
Some of his notable works include Letters to Rachel, a favourite among his readers, and The Crystal Adventures series, which begins with Zelda and the Crystal Slippers.
Mitchell draws much of his inspiration from real life — friends, family, the vibrant city life of Barcelona — and blends it with elements of fantasy, fairy tales and humour. Whether creating a magical world for young readers or a warm-hearted rom-com for grownups, he seeks to leave readers smiling.
He is currently working on two new projects: * A children’s book in The Crystal Adventures series titled Zelda and the Crystal Trident, which revisits beloved fairytale characters in unexpected ways. * A novel for adults, charting the life of a drag artist like himself.