Writer, illustrator & cartoonist

Photo by @shawnbrackephoto

Originally from Vancouver, I'm a writer, illustrator and cartoonist based in Toronto.

Working primarily in ink with splashes of colour, I capture places and moments with whimsy and narrative depth, often highlighting queer spaces of connection and joy.

Since 2015, I've drawn hundreds of custom illustrations for people, including childhood homes, first date spots, family portraits, and more.

Among other places, my work has been published in Toronto Life, The Globe & Mail, Toronto Star, Chatelaine, Maisonneuve, and THIS Magazine as well as included within two books.

I’ve also been grateful to work with clients such as the LCBO, Absolut Vodka, The 519, University of Toronto, Toronto Symphony Orchestra, Environmental Defence, Bell Media, Book City and more.

View my full portfolio.

In March 2025, as part of a month-long art residency, my work was shown at Hashtag Gallery in Mexico City, featuring 15 illustrations of the city.

I also sell prints, stickers, and greeting cards, which you can find in my online shop.

To connect with me, you can send me an email at jake@jaketobin.ca or follow me on Instagram.