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• Rare Toys, including Dan Dare items, go under the hammer at Bonhams

  By John Freeman on November 11, 2010 • ( 1 )

  Three television character figures from The Goons founder Michael Bentine’s 1954 BBC children’s series The Bumblies are to be sold at Bonhams, Knightsbridge, as part of its Fine Dolls, Teddy Bears, Toys and Lead Soldiers sale on 16th November 2010…. Read More ›

• Remembering Extraordinary Heroes at the Imperial War Museum

  By John Freeman on November 11, 2010

  This Remembrance Weekend the Imperial War Museum in London is opening a new permanent exhibition entitled Extraordinary Heroes which celebrates the courage of the many men and women who have received the two highest British and Commonwealth medals of honour,… Read More ›

• The Elements: Advice to Aspring Artists

  By John Freeman on November 11, 2010

  

  Lee Moyer offers his useful guidance to would be or practicing artists trying to gt their break in the world of commercial art… I critique hundreds of pieces every year. Not because I’m a Creative Director (although I have been),… Read More ›

• Sci-Fi Art Now Creator Interview: Ron Miller

  By John Freeman on November 10, 2010

  

  Mars from Deimos by Ron Miller Ron Miller is an illustrator and author specializing in science, astronomy, science fiction and fantasy. In addition to providing artwork for many magazine and book publishers, he’s the author, co-author or editor of some… Read More ›

• AMC renews The Walking Dead

  By John Freeman on November 9, 2010

  A zombie from AMC’s The Walking Deadseries, which launched at Hallowe’en 2010 on AMC and FX UK Add a Caption Save CaptionCancel The Walking Dead, shown in the UK on FX TV and based on the hit comic book series… Read More ›

• Sweet! FA returns after 20 years in onine form

  By John Freeman on November 8, 2010

  

  For many years, FA magazine – originally published as Fantasy Advertiser – was arguably the best comics fanzine in Britain, but 20 years ago publication sadly ceased. We’re delighted to report that it’s back, in sparkling online form, run by… Read More ›

• Sci-Fi Art Now Creator Interview: Lee Moyer

  By John Freeman on November 5, 2010

  

  Inspired by the 20th century’s great illustrators and the glories of Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Arts & Crafts, propaganda art and the Pre-Raphaelites, Lee Moyer tailors his work to the specific needs and tastes of his clientele. He excels in… Read More ›

• A tête-à-tête with Aaron Jasinski

  By John Freeman on November 5, 2010

  

  Sci-Fi Art Now illustrator Aaron Jasinski lets us know the pieces from his newest solo exhibit, “tête-à-tête”, are viewable at Screaming Sky Gallery in Portland, Oregon if you happen to be in the area. “Using humour and pop-cultural references, this… Read More ›

• Tube Surfing: Lunartik Toys, Lunatic Comiket and Divine Comedy!

  By John Freeman on November 5, 2010

  • Matt JOnes has confirmed his new Lunartik Mini Teas figures will be Launching at the Forbidden Planet Mega Store on the 20th November (see news story). He’ll be on hand to sign my new Lunartik Mini Teas and fill… Read More ›

• Flying Tonight: Four New Commandos…

  By John Freeman on November 4, 2010

  Four new Commandos are on sale now with one by the late great Jose Maria Jorge, who died last month. Commando No 4339: Nightmare in SiberiaStory: Ferg Handley Art: Mike White Cover Art: Mike White Royal Navy Lieutenant Will Clemence… Read More ›

• Panel Borders: On Air, at ComICA…

  By John Freeman on November 4, 2010

  Wonder Woman drawn by Nicola Scott Starting a month of radio shows looking at unique renderings of superheroes, Panel Border latest episode – Panel Borders: Team Batman, Robin and Catman – is about depictions of masculinity in superhero comics via… Read More ›

• Movie Mania this weekend at the National Space Centre

  By John Freeman on November 4, 2010

  Back in 2006 over 3,000 people invaded Britain’s National Space Centre in just one day to meet their favorite movie characters. It’s a day that still holds the record for the most people through the doors at Leicester’s number one… Read More ›

• CLiNT #3 features more Kick Ass, Tarantino

  By John Freeman on November 4, 2010

  Issue #3 of CLiNT is on sale now in stores in the UK and Ireland. Strips this issue are the latest episode of Kick Ass 2  by Mark Millar and John Romita Jr.; Turf, chapter 3 by Jonathan Ross and… Read More ›

• In Review: Solipsistic Pop Issue 3

  By John Freeman on November 3, 2010

  Published By: Solipsistic Pop BooksEdited and Designed by Tom HumberstonePrice: £12 UKWeb: http://solipsisticpop.com The Book: Book three of Solipsistic Pop contains 80 pages of comic art created to be accessible to readers of all ages. 30 exclusive stories from 26… Read More ›

• Sci-Fi Art Now Creator Interview: Paul Drummond

  By John Freeman on November 3, 2010

  

  Paul Drummond is a designer and commercial illustrator based in Lancashire. He started out as a lecturer, worked in print, moved into web development, then finally got round to painting pictures. SciFi Art Now: What tools do you mainly use… Read More ›

• New Dandy and Beano out today

  By John Freeman on November 3, 2010

  

  The Dandy’s new look has had a mixed response

• Last Call for Pickled Award entries

  By John Freeman on November 3, 2010

  There’s just six days to go before The Pickled Award deadline (Monday 8th November). Art illustration agency Pickled Ink launched the new award  back in September in a bid to find an artist to draw a new graphic novel by… Read More ›

• TOXIC goes alien mad

  By John Freeman on November 3, 2010

  Egmont’s TOXIC Magazine has gone totally alien crazy for its latest issue, leading with coverage of hit Cartoon Network show Ben 10: Ultimate Alien, alongside its usual mix of puzzles, prizes and comics. The title hasn’t dropped its free gifts,… Read More ›

• Modern Toss creators meet fans and sign copies of their new book at Fopp in Covent Garden

  By John Freeman on November 2, 2010

  Fans of the cult cartoon booklets and TV show, Modern Toss will get the chance to meet the creators in person when they visit the Fopp store on Earlham Street in London’s Covent Garden on Wednesday 3rd November 2010 to… Read More ›

• The Webcomic List Awards 2010 Nominations Start November 8th

  By John Freeman on November 1, 2010

  Launched last year to replace the now defunct Web Cartoonists’ Choice Awards, the Webcomic List Awards exist to recognise the best that online comics have to offer and nominations are open to everyone involved in the creation, promotion or distribution… Read More ›

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