DOODLE BOY SIGNS NIKE DEAL!
A 12-YEAR-old schoolboy known as The Doodle Boy has signed a deal with sports giant Nike.
Joe Whale from Shrewsbury is to become a “co-creator” for the brand and help encourage kids to be more creative.
The artist, who used to get told off for doodling in class, became an internet sensation when his after-school art teacher posted some of his work on Instagram. The sketches even attracted fans such as the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge.
Joe has since illustrated children’s books (he’s got his own coming out this year!) and has created artworks for public spaces such as hospitals, restaurants and even an American TV set.
Joe said: “I just keep telling myself, do what you love, do what you love, doodle. It feels very good. I’m really proud of myself.”