Free Comic Book Day 2009
It’s that time again – FREE COMIC BOOK DAY. As a creator, this is by far my favorite event in all of comicdom. San Diego Comicon is indeed a great time, however, it has grown so large over the years, the intimacy factor has all but been removed. The ability to talk [...]
Creating comics, so simple… right?
“Creativity comes from trust. Trust your instincts. And never hope more than you work.” – Rita Mae brown
Creating comics, such a simple thing. An idea is translated into a medium of sequential art incorporating pictures and words. A script is written, the pages are drawn, along comes the inker, she hands it over [...]
Independent Excellence
“Do you see a man who excels in his work? He will stand before kings; he will not stand before unknown men.” – Proverbs 22:29
Do you strive for excellence? The word excellence means outstanding, of exceptional quality. It begins when we know that being “good enough” just won’t do. It is the stand one [...]
Where in the world is Jonnie Allan???
That was a question I received in the comments section of this BLOG. And you know what? It’s a great question. So instead of simply posting a reply I thought it better to address as an entire post. There’s a lesson in it that applies to everyone.
First and foremost let me take a [...]
Where to Begin??? Part One.
A question often asked by those wanting to produce and publish their own comic is, “Where do I begin?” Be it at conventions, behind the booth or while sitting on a panel, comic shop signings or via email the majority of aspiring creators want help finding that ever-elusive place where all comics begin. Pardon [...]
