Welcome to my World!

Hey there, fellow pop culture fiends! I’m Diego (but you can call me ZOMBGiEF), and this is my little corner of the interwebs, a hub for retro vibes, nerdy nostalgia, and my true loves: drawin’ stuff and video games.

My journey into the art world started way back when I was just a mini-ZOMBGiEF. Mom likes to say I was born with a pencil in my hand (ouch, sorry, Mom), and honestly? That checks out. Growing up, I was the kid with comics scattered across the floor, a horror flick looping on the VCR, and a pencil and sketchbook glued to my hands.

Pop culture has always been my lifeblood: comics, movies, and video games weren’t just pastimes; they were everything. I devoured the art of my favorite creators, copying their styles obsessively until one day, my own signature look clawed its way to the surface. Today, my art is a mashup of traditional tools (pencil, ink, markers, and paint) blended with some sweet digital wizardry thanks to Photoshop, Clip Studio and my trusty Wacom tablet.

Think of my style as part fanboy, part mad scientist. Whether it’s bold comic book vibes, gritty horror aesthetics, or neon-soaked nostalgia, I love diving into new techniques and letting my creativity run wild. Like Shidoshi Tanaka in Bloodsport taught us: never limit yourself to one style, right?

Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of working with some incredible clients, including Riot Games and Blizzard Entertainment, two titans of the gaming world that have shaped so much of the pop culture I love. Oh, and if you’re a League of Legends fan, you might know me as the longtime illustrator for Tyler1, yes, that Tyler1. From personal commissions to digital cartoons and professional collaborations, I’ve had a blast bringing bold, nostalgic, and geek-tastic visions to life.

These days, I’m always on the lookout for my next creative quest. When I’m not at the drawing table, you’ll find me chasing down family chaos, cuddling my dogs, binging movies, or leveling up in my favorite video games.

Thanks for swinging by my site! Whether you’re here to check out my art, vibe with a fellow pop culture fanatic, or just relive some retro magic, I hope you dig what I’m cooking.

Let’s keep the nostalgia alive, one sketch at a time!