Welcome to the (official) first column of Re-ignition. This is a column about discovering and rediscovering the passion of this great hobby. Comics have been an important part of my life ever since I was eight years old. I’ve always been grateful for the things comics have given me, and intend to repay in kind.
The Digital Comics Business Model – Getting Started I struggled with whether I should actually call this article “The Digital Comics Business Model”, because, ultimately, EVERY single Killing the Grizzly article will be precisely this,and what’s the point of having to sub-subtitle every article
Getting Started with a Blog. In this article we will be explaining one of the most important aspects that will drive traffic to your website. We will be showcasing videos and discussing our own personal experiences. Having a blog is not only an important element for generating exposure it is also very useful and beneficial [...]
Septagon asked me if I might consider writing something about actually writing a comic, especially for those who are new at writing comic scripts. My wife and I got our first comic script from the back of a Sandman graphic novel, and then later a major big name comic book writer showed us a script [...]
PART 1 – EVERYONE PASSES “GO”: THE BREAKING OF A MONOPOLY “THE HIBERNATION PERIOD IS OVER, IT’S TIME TO MAKE SOME SOUP. The bear has awakened, and it needs to be killed. Not later, now. Or some comics creators or going to die.”
Found in my local library system: –Cool Careers Without College for People Who Love Manga, Comics, And Animation (Cool Careers Without College series) (Library Binding)
In our last visit, I shared with you my favorite social networking sites. This month, as promised, we will discuss the Do’s & Don’ts when participating in these sites. Keep in mind these tricks of the trade are geared toward promoting a product, whether it be comics or not. I encourage you to pay close [...]
Before we begin this week a public service announcement: Fuck you National Express Rail. So it’s been one of those weeks. Fortunately it’s been made all the more bearable by Gunnerkrigg Court which has had me laughing quietly to my self in public places for days after I blitzed the archives.
Video Of The Week: Sepalcure-Every Day of my Life
Welcome To The New Septagon Studios Tumblr
THE GATOR BUTCH PROJECT
Ashley Wood: Part Comics Artist Part Machine
Comic Jobs Interview Series with Comics Writer Nathan Edmondson
Check out the work of graphic designer Sougwen. She combines fluid lines with organic shapes to captivate and grab the attention of the viewer. Read More
We recently re-modeled our Tumblr, and we are proud to say it looks better than what we expected. Our Tumblr will focus on a lot of different things not just comics.Read More
Here is a sneak peak at Septagon Studios next comic release. GATOR BUTCH.Read More
This week I'll be talking about an awesome comics artist whose worked side by side with Tom Muller. His name is Ashley Wood. Now, this guy is no average JOE, his style resembles more of a contemporary artist as opposed to a comics artist.Read More
The Comic Jobs Interview Series is an ongoing feature that has been put together for comic creators and fans who want to get some real insights and tips about working in comics.Read More
Watch this funky cool hand-drawn animated short. It’s a unique piece done by Matias Vigliano & Dante Zaballa. The color scheme is pretty intense combined with retro-styled cartoon type characters. The music and sound effects are kind of bopitty if that’s even a word. Check it out, … Read More
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In the past few weeks I’ve written about some outstanding comics artists such as: Rafael Grampa, Alberto Mielgo, Aaron Noble, and Sam Kieth. This week, I wanted to do something a little different. This week, I’ll be writing about one of my influences in the design world whose also had his hand in the comics industry as well. His name is Tom Muller. … Read More
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The Comic Jobs Interview Series is an ongoing feature that has been put together for comic creators and fans who want to get some real insights and tips about working in comics. Do you want to have a job in comics? Are you already working in a particular area of comic creation and wanting to climb the ladder to the ultimate comics career? … Read More
The Art of Drawing and Cartooning is hard enough with one hand. But when someone comes along and is able to do it with both hands it is truly a gift. However, when someone is able to draw with both hands at the same time….That’s just Insane! Check out this video … Read More
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Do you know SAM? If your answer is “NO” then where the hell have you been. Allow me to give you a brief history lesson on just who exactly Sam Kieth is. Sam Kieth is a comics writer, an illustrator and a film director and to some he’s a comics artist legend. … Read More
Stop motion animation of a drawing by Paul Alexander Thornton. … Read More
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We’re living in a time where not only comic creators but people in other niches are opting to work from home. Some would even go as far as saying that creators are lucky and have it easy because they are doing something that they love in the comfort of their own home. … Read More
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At heart, I’m a science fiction geek. I’ve always loved books don’t get me wrong, but I can’t say I really loved reading until I cracked open The Martian Chronicles by Ray Bradbury. Ray Bradbury is a gifted writer. He combines wonder, terror and joy in ways I envy, and he does it effortlessly. … Read More
Check out this cool innovative video by www.teamstudionyc.com with illustrations provided by David Foarde and music by Cars & Trains. The video is an experimental piece that uses mixed media created in a comic book panel structure. … Read More
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If you’re looking for a comic book artist that’s a little different, a little more edgy, then look no further you’ve come to the right place. His name is Rafael Grampá. He’s a Brazilian comic book artist and cartoonist who’s worked as an art director of animation, motion graphics and graphic design. … Read More
I didn’t get to go to the comic con and that sucks! If you didn’t get to go either, then you probably know how I feel. So, in order to fill the void, I spent most of my Monday scouring the net to find the Biggest, Baddest most F’n Random Videos of Sandiego Comic Con 2010. There is something in here for everyone. … Read More
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I was jumping from blog to blog when I came across this book. It caught my eye right off the get-go not only because of the cool cover or the amazing ink style, but because it evoked images and memories of when I was a kid. As a kid I remember waking up early on Saturday mornings rolling out of bed and running to the living room to watch my favourite cartoon, which at that time was THE MIGHTY HERCULES … Read More
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Last column we started talking to JM Dematteis about Abadazad, Moonshadow and Spiderman. This time we talk about Keith Giffen, more about how he approaches comics, and who are some of his favorite collaborators. … Read More
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Zuda Comics was shut down earlier this month by DC Comics. Currently they are revamping their submission process while the main comic side of the website is being shut down. They have several titles that are still continuing. In its place is the Zuda Blog which goes on to talk about DC’s Digital Comics side. … Read More
With the Sandiego Comic Con just around the corner we thought it would be a good idea for everyone to brush up on their Comic-Con etiquette. … Read More
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Check out the work of graphic designer Sougwen. She combines fluid lines with organic shapes to captivate and grab the attention of the viewer. Read More.
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