by Alan Cowsill (Script) and Lalit Kumar Sharma (Art) Publisher: Campfire Out: 20th May 2014 (UK – out now in India) The Book: “The lamps are going out all over Europe, we shall not see them lit again in… Read More ›
Month: May 2014
In Review: The Graphic Novel Man – The Comics of Bryan Talbot (and Competition!)
Produced by: Digital Story Engine Formats: HD DIGITAL DOWNLOAD & DVD Duration: 142 minutes Rated: E Price: £15.99 The DVD: The Graphic Novel Man: The Comics of Bryan Talbot is a series of documentaries which explores the development of acclaimed… Read More ›
New “BBC Arts” Site falls short with distinct lack of comics coverage
I don’t like having a punt at the BBC. Down the years it’s brought great things to my TV screen and some of its web coverage of comics – such as the current run of articles on “The Art… Read More ›
Memorial – The Great War Centennial Anthology in the works
Another anthology comic commemorating the World War One is in the works as the 100th anniversary of the war’s beginning looms. Like several other projects such as To End All Wars and Indian publisher Campfire’s stunning-looking World War One graphic novel,… Read More ›
Sneek Peek: 2000AD brings back the “Sci-Fi Special”
It was one of the staples of hazy childhood summers, an extra dose of Thrill-power for the holidays. But now the 2000 AD Sci-Fi Special is back and with a new mission – to unveil a new generation of comics creators!… Read More ›
Creating Comics: How Social Media subscribers can be your biggest asset
Oliver Wetter, head of Fantasio Fine Arts, is a freelance illustrator and Art Director from Germany who I first encountered while editing SciFi Art Now, my collection of SF art for ILEX, back in 2010. He has a lectureship at the IBKK art… Read More ›
US publisher Arcana seeks submissions for “Steampunk Originals” anthology
(Updated): US publisher Arcana has announced an open-call for submissions to Steampunk Originals VII, their comic anthology series distributed by Diamond. Welcoming art of all styles/ media and stories of all tones/ genres, the resulting volumes are a kaleidoscopic exploration of the… Read More ›
Becky Cloonan, Richard Starkings signings at Travelling Man this weekend
Comic creators Becky Cloonan and Richard Starkings will be signing at the Travelling Man stores in Manchester, Leeds and Newcastle this coming Sunday and Monday. Later in the month Becky will also be signing at Gosh! Comics in London… Read More ›
James O’Barr, Michael Golden signing at London’s Orbital Comics today
A quick reminder that James O’Barr (creator of The Crow) and Marvel Comics legend Michael Golden (G.I. Joe, Micronauts, The Avengers) will be teaming up for a very special signing with writer/editor Renee Witterstaetter at London’s Orbital Comics later… Read More ›
Fal River Festival offers free cartoon workshops with The Beano’s Nick Brennan
Budding comic artists and cartoonists are being offered a free opportunity to learn a few top tips and create your own comic book from Beano artist Nick Brennan at the end of this month, as part of a huge number of… Read More ›