the art of uko smith

Minx-pencils part 3

2012-02-01T19:39:00.000-05:00

Ok, so here is the look I give myself before I go to inks on a piece done at a con. Also, I wanted to mention that I've just finished film work on a new drawing video. I'm in post production of it now and am happy with the results so far. I'll more than likely have it available for SanDiego Comic Con. Have lots to do here on my end and am learning all this video stuff on my own. The new addition is that there will be audio dubbed over the video talking about my thoughts through the process. I'll post a still in the next update.

peace
uko

Minx-pencils part 2

2012-01-21T19:59:00.000-05:00

Okay, so here is the 2nd part of the pencil portion of drawing video of Minx. I'm still getting used to the video editing part, but Iove it's potential in what I can do with it. Enjoy.

peace
uko

Minx-pencils part 1

2012-01-19T14:44:00.001-05:00

This part 1 drawing video of Minx is the early gesture stage and then I start to flesh it out a bit more. The entire video is about 70 minutes. It starts from early pencils to the finished marker stage. This pretty much shows how I work at a convention sketch without the distractions of a convention (which are all good by the way). Minx is a character that appeared in the graphic novel, FX The Lost Land from IDW. Written by Wayne Osborne and penciled and inked by myself.
Enjoy. More to come. Stay tuned for part 2

Thanos commission

2012-01-15T00:09:00.002-05:00

Thought about doing a step by step to show of this one as I was taking snapshots to make sure everything was looking ok. So, here ya' go, like it or hate it. The beginnings of the idea/ thumbnail stage to loose pencils, inks and then finally, color.
enjoy. Have a great weekend
uko

O' Mighty Isis!

2012-01-12T16:51:00.002-05:00

Remember this tv show!? I sure as hell do. Part of the Shazam Power Hour. There were alot of good morning tv shows at that time. But I must admit that I had to watch about 4 episodes of Isis so I could get a better feel for the character because based on what I researched online as far as pictures go, weren't very good and not a wide variety. But yeah, I love doing greek architecture/ ruins.
It's just something about that architecture that just has so much history and at times find myself thinking "IF" I had lived during those. Enjoy.
peace
uko

New Year and New Things

2012-01-04T14:14:00.004-05:00

Hey all,
I hope every one has had a great holiday and enjoying this new year. I, for one am enjoying the time afforded me to create some good artwork. Have a few things in the fire to start the season, but first I wanted to mention my time at Lehigh Valley Comic Con. Now that the con season has settled down for now and gearing back up here shortly, I was very pleased and amazed at the turnout at Lehigh Valley Comic Con. Such great organizers with the show as I have to tip my hat off to them. They did a wonderful job in promotions to get the folks out on what was such a great weather weekend. Also wanted to mention that the folks that came by my table to have some pretty good conversations were awesome. What could be better than a bunch of folks getting together to talk about comics and having a good laugh. Well, that what I did. I truly appreciate you guys. And with another year of shows and appearances and freelancing work, I must say that it was a very productive and want to thank all those that have appreciated the work enough to come by and say hi and even pickup a commission or two and some art books. With that support, it definitely makes someone, like myself to work even harder in producing the best art that I can produce. Thank you all!
peace
uko

Lehigh Valley Comic Con, Dec. 3

2011-11-28T22:50:00.004-05:00

UPDATE-The piece you see here will be the Door Prize for the lucky winner this weekend @Lehigh Valley Comic Con. So if you get a chance to stop by to the show, I'll be there with my work and sketchbooks. Enjoy.

It's been a while since my last post. Things have been busy here at Casa del Uko :). Just wanted to give a quick update here. Well, for one, I just received my invite to the SanDiego Comic Con again next year in artist alley. Two years in a row now. Woohoo! I"m definitely going to enjoy it next year. I had a blast with this years show and have things in the works for next year. Also, i'm working on a new project, which i'll talk about later as I get more involved with it. But the main thing is that I'll be at LEHIGH VALLEY COMIC CON this coming weekend, Dec. 3 in Allentown, Pa. I hardly ever do shows going into December, but I got an offer that I couldn't refuse from the folks at Lehigh. I've got a Black Cat in the works that will be going for door prize there, which I really like at this point. So I will report back on how the show went and hope you all had a great Thanksgiving!

peace
uko

Xmen v. Avengers commission

2011-10-28T18:28:00.002-04:00

Ok,now i've been quite busy lately. So, here's one of the many things i've been working on. It's a 38x24 piece done with pitt pens and brush. Eventually, it will get colored by myself, but for now, thought I'd post it up. More things to come.
Enjoy
uko

WIzard MID OHIO CON art & revue

2011-10-25T15:21:00.003-04:00

Once again, I believe the Mid Ohio has had it's strongest output yet. This show has been getting better and better the last 5 years. And now, with Wizard having taking over the reigns, I see this show at being a big success in the years to come and once again become a show where creators cannot wait to come to as the con circuit comes to its yearly end. I see good things happening. I, once again, thank Wizard and it's staff along with the Henry's for continuing a great tradition after 31yrs. Congrats! Now, on to the art. These are just some of the pieces I worked on during this past weekend. Will post more later, but for now, here they are.
Enjoy
uko

MID OHIO CON, OCT. 22-23

2011-10-20T11:51:00.003-04:00

Wizard World MId Ohio Con is once again upon us. It looks to be quite a different and bigger show this year as Wizard has taken over the reigns of this long running show. I look forward to this show every year because you get to hang out with some people and fellow artists that you admire. THis year is no different, as the guest list looks to be around 200 people. That's quite a bit. The weather looks to be good for this time of year, so bring it on, folks. As usual, i'll be there with some new prints and books and i'll also be there doing grayscale commissions at the show(ONe of my favorite things to do). So, if you're looking to be at the show, get on my sketch list early. I've got quite a bit to work on. Looks to be a great weekend! See you all there.

Also, I thought to show a WIP (work in progress) piece of the Xmen taking on the Avengers! It's a mashup of characters that I loved growing up reading. The size is 38x24 and will be colored after the inks are done. Will post when i'm finished. Enjoy.

KOKOMO CON

2011-10-09T18:29:00.000-04:00

I've never been to Kokomo before, but that song (you know what it is) is in my head from time to time. So, at the last minute, I ask about space at the show and Shawn was happy to oblige. I had no idea what to expect from this show, but I heard good things about it last year with it being its first year. So, after the drive there and the moment I walked in the door, the staff and organizers were on their game. I mean, the staff I think were just as jazzed as I've ever seen at any particular show. What an amazing presentation this show presented to not only me, but to those who took time out to come visit and check out the scene. I have to say that alot of other big shows need to take a page at what these one day shows are doing. Kokomo Con took the cake for me. I truly appreciate all those that were working hard to put together a great show with attendance being way up from last year. They truly made me feel welcomed from the moment I walked in the door. And doing 6 pieces in an 8hour day is probably the fastest i've every produced for a one day show. Hell, I did 17 pieces at Comic Con this year over three days. So, that's how busy I was along with selling other merchandise such as sketchbooks, prints and sketch DVDs and just plain 'ol chatting it up with folks who found time to stop by. I appreciated everything about yesterday that I won't forget and most likely i'll be back for next year.
thanks and enjoy the art. I know I did :)

Drawing of the Week

2011-10-01T15:44:00.000-04:00

This is something I've started and stopped over time. But this time, i plan to stay committed to the whole sketch a day theme or drawing of the week. As I do other things, gotta stop and do some things for yourself. This is a model friend of mine, who shall remain anonymous at this point. Enjoy. But anyways, I've got more to post down the road. This picture and others are for sale, just inquire with an email. I've got lots more to post to my main website as I update it periodically. Stay tuned for other news as well.
peace

MID OHIO CON, OCT. 22-23

2011-09-22T22:54:00.000-04:00

So, I don't know what my table number is yet, but i'll be there as a guest. If you're looking to get convention sketches, get on the list, it's filling up.

peace
uko

Cincinnati COMIC EXPO, REVUE

2011-09-18T18:10:00.000-04:00

I have to admit that I did not expect such a good turnout in Cincinnati. But I was optimistic because of the guest list and figured it would draw a crowd. It was such a good response to the 2nd year of this show and I could see it expanding to possibly two days and be successful, should they choose to. It's always good seeing folks that you don't see all the time, even creative talent that's here in Columbus. I think I see the more out of town than I do in it. But anyways, here are some of the pieces I did for the weekend. Also, met and talked with some great people who stopped by the table as I always enjoy that. Thanks!
HOpe you enjoy,
uko

CINCINNATI COMIC EXPO, Sept. 17

2011-09-09T20:05:00.000-04:00

Okay, so next week will the the 2nd year for the Cincinnati Comic Expo. I missed last years' show unfortunately. But I am really looking forward to this show as I"ve never done a show in Cincy before, so this will be something new. And as usual, i'll be there selling my new sketchbooks for the year, along with my sketch DVDs and prints. Plus, i'll be doing commissions there as well in grayscale. So, if you're looking for a commission piece for pick up at the show next week, give me a holla. If not, I shall see you then.

Peace
uko

Baltimore Comic Con

2011-08-29T19:27:00.001-04:00

Ok, so I know i'm about a week late for this post but it was well worth it. This year's Baltimore show was another great one! I unfortunately missed last year's show but I knew I had to make up for missing it. Again, it was almost a homecoming as i'm from the DC area. Nonetheless, it was great seeing old friends and making some new ones, which is always a treat. This show is an artists haven for those in the industry and it is very similar to that of Heroes Con in Charlotte, NC. I highly recommend this show to any new artists looking to figure out what shows to go to. But other than that, I had the opportunity to hang out with some good friends on Saturday and Sunday nights after the show, which is always a pleasure. This show is so quick in nature that it's impossible to nearly see everything as an artist as you're busy the entire weekend. But you try and do what you can, so that's why you hang out after the show is over and figure out dinner plans with folks. Here is some of the artwork from that show that i did. Enjoy!
uko

Some ladies from Comic Con

2011-08-09T19:06:00.000-04:00

Okay, in between some stuff, I thought to collage some photos of the ladies that were out at Comic Con. I didn't get to see quite all of them, but these are some that caught my eye :)

Peace
uko

Baltimore Comic Con, August 20-21

2011-08-04T08:28:00.000-04:00

This here is another great show to attend. I unfortunately missed it last year because I was working the FX pages. Plus, it's a chance for me to go back home and not only see family but some good 'ol friends as well. For those attending, I have a commission list going for the show, show just email me about getting on the list. Hope to see you all there. Also, I've got more news coming soon and i'll be posting more photos from Comic Con.
Peace
uko

COMIC CON WRAP UP

2011-07-27T13:50:00.001-04:00

Okay, so with it being my first time at Comic Con, I cannot express how exciting this show was. But first, I wanted to thank the great folks that I've met this past week at Comic Con. I wouldn't have had such a great show without you all whether you were buying or just coming over to have a conversation. It was all engaging and I appreciate you all. It made for a wonderful show and one that I won't forget. Also, I want to thank the folks over at Deviant Art for the sponsorship of Artist Alley. It's one of the best artist alley's i've been a part of. Not only with cushioned seats, but also with carpeted floors and two huge digital displays that showed the artists that were involved with artist alley. I think the displays had to be a good 10' in height that were hung from the ceiling. It was such a busy show that I could not even walk the entire show floor because I knew I had to get back to my table to finish up some con sketches. There were also some hotties in and out of costume, but I could not take pictures of them all, sadly :) but I think I took enough. Plus, it was my first trip out to San Diego and I did not want to leave with such beautiful weather and being around such creative people, made me wish the show was a few hours longer on Sunday. I also displayed two new sketchbooks for the year at the Con, that I will soon place on my website for purchase if you can't make it out to a show I'll be attending. But all in all, I can't wait to go back as I signed up again for next year before I left the convention. I'll post more art and photos later, but for now, here are tidbits from the weekend.
Enjoy,
uko

Derby City and SanDiego Comic Con in July

2011-07-03T23:17:00.000-04:00

Well, here we go! I have two shows this month. After a weeklong class of helping graders 7-9 on what goes on in producing a comic and or graphic novel, I am now preparing myself for two shows a few days apart. ONe is the Derby City Con, located in Louisville, Ky. I'll be sitting next to friend and writer Wayne Osborne who created the FX series, the first by John Byrne and the second by myself. I grew up loving me some Byrne artwork, amongst others and I was more than happy to follow him. But anyways, this show in Louisville, the inaugural show looks to be quite a good one with a pretty good guest list. It's a one day show and I think just about everything is sold out for it. So, if you're in the area and looking for something to do, stop on by the show and say hello. Would love to see ya!. Now, the other show, for which I am sure needs no introduction is the San Diego Comic Con. This'll be my first in attendance at the show where i'll have a table. I'll be premiering two new sketchbooks along with some pre-con sketches for the week that I'm hoping the people in attendance will like. Will be posting some of the artwork for the two new sketchbooks later in the week, so stay tuned.

uko

What's the latest

2011-06-19T21:10:00.000-04:00

Alrighty, I just want to update on what i'm doing thus far this summer. Currently, I just finished with Summit City Comic Con in Ft. Wayne, Indiana. I want to thank Zack again for putting on such a well organized show. It is the 2nd year for Zack in putting together such a good one day show. It's always great to see fellow artists and friends and catch up with folks to see what everyone is doing. This is one of the great things about attending shows that I love the most. There were some great people also coming up to chat and talk shop about various art and entertainment news. But anyways, I am currently working on some two new sketchbooks, along with a few other things that I will premiere at SanDiego Comic Con, which I am very excited about. It'll be my first time there and for some reason I keep thinking that I won't be prepared, but I know I will be as i've been doing this for a good dozen years in preparing for shows. So, with that in mind, I know i'll be ok. But soon, I'll be having the two new sketchbooks up for pre-order prior to Comic Con. Also, I'll be attending another new one day show in Louisville, Ky. called Derby City Comic Con, July 16There is a good guest list as I'll be a part of a panel on self publishing. It looks to be a good show and if you've got the time, come on down :). Also, I don't normally give movie reviews, but, I just saw Green Lantern and I just thought it was "ok" and I'll leave it at that. I'd rather leave reviews to those who are probably more qualified and with a fanbase on movie reviews. Have a great Father's Day to the dad's out there.

peace
uko

Summit City Con, June 18

2011-06-17T18:17:00.000-04:00

For another exciting weekend, I'll be at Summit City Con this weekend in Ft. Wayne Indiana. I went for the first time last year and had a wonderful time and am looking forward to another great show. Great organizers and who knew how much Ft. Wayne was looking for another good comic book show. There will be some good artists/ friends in attendance , so I hope you'll give yoursel fan opportunity to make your way out to Ft.Wayne, Indiana.
See you there,
uko

NORTH COAST COMIC CON, Akron Ohio, June 12

2011-06-08T14:17:00.000-04:00

Okay, so this weekend i'm off to another one day show in Akron. This is a new show with some great guests and some I can say are friends of mine. So, let's get some people out to this show and have some fun for a Sunday afternoon. I'll be doing some con sketches, with sketchbooks and prints in tow. I look forward to seeing you all there.
Peace
uko

Post Spring Con

2011-05-31T19:11:00.000-04:00

All I can say is that I'm glad I have attended the Spring Con for the 2nd year in a row. The organizers have put on a fabulous show and I am so proud to be a part of it. Eventhough it's only a 2 day show, it could easily be a 3 day show. The shows volunteers were an excellent help throughout as well. One of the best things I do like about this particular show is that it's put on by comic book store owners and you see the sincerity in that. But all in all, i've been able to meet some great original art collectors of my work there and just in general some great people to talk to and I look forward to going back. I am even thinking about their one day show, called Fall Con, later in the year.
Peace
uko

Minnesota Spring Con is back, May 21-22

2011-05-17T22:40:00.000-04:00

I went to this show for the first time last year based on its reputation from really good friends. And I was not disappointed at all! This is why i'm coming back for a second time. I love to see my friends there and the show itself, was great! I am really looking forward to this show and hopefully expect to see one of my favorite musicians, Prince, possibly roaming around in the area. Last year, I took some shots of the First Avenue music venue that was featured in Purple Rain and I got all giddy. :) So, I hope to see some of you all from last year and some new ones to help make this another great show!
Peace,
uko
Check out the shows EVENTS here!

SIGMATE STUDIO INTERVIEW

2011-04-18T22:22:00.000-04:00

Here is an interview that is posted on the Sigmate Studio site. It's a great site with interviews and art from artists from all over. Check it out HERE

Pittsburgh Con aftermath :)

2011-04-18T19:34:00.001-04:00

No, seriously, it may not have been the best Pittsburgh Con I've been a part of when it comes to attendance, but it's always great to meet the folks who do support the shows and fellow artists, like myself. One of the main reasons I attend shows is to see those good friends, whom you only get to see during the con season. But in any event, the con season has gotten really hectic the past few years with shows popping up all over the place and just trying to figure out which ones would be the best to show and sell yourself to the public. It's a constant battle (not necessarily life-threatening) but I find myself more now than ever, really making an effort to attend the best shows possible. Here are some pics from this weekend. Enjoy. I really enjoyed talking with the folks that stopped by this past weekend and really looking forward to my next show, which will be at the Minnesota Spring Con next month.
uko

Pittsburgh Comic Con! April 15-17

2011-04-11T23:37:00.000-04:00

Ok, so I haven't been to the Pittsburgh Con since '08. I have attended it the previous 5yrs. and have had a wonderful time. Renee is always gracious and ofcourse, it's always good to see good friends. I'm not sure of my table number, but i'll be there set up in Artist Alley with some new prints, along with some copies of FX The Lost Land. I'll also be doing commissions at the show. I'm really looking forward to going back to Pittsburgh. So, stop by if you've got the time.
Peace
uko

Post c2e2

2011-03-22T16:48:00.000-04:00

What can I say, I had a great time at C2E2 this year! First I wanted to thank those folks that stopped by to either say hi or to pick up some goodies at my table. I totally appreciate you all in doing so, it makes the trip very worthwhile and am looking forward to the next trip to the Windy City. But anyways, I wanted to post some of the con sketches I did over the weekend for you to view. Enjoy!

C2E2 Bound!

2011-03-11T22:04:00.000-05:00

Only a week away and I'm hashing away at getting things ready. I'll be at Artist Alley table # D2. I'm really looking forward to this show and seeing some great friends!

Derby City Con Spotlight...

2011-03-09T23:47:00.000-05:00

JULY 16, 2011
The Derby City Spotlight returns to shine on Derby City Comic Con 2011 Guest Uko Smith!
What projects are you currently working on?
Well, one I can’t mention at the moment is with a legendary pro in the field. There is a project in the future with Blue Line Pro and Bob Hickey. There are a few personal projects that I’m working on, one is called E.C.O. (Ecological Onslaught) and Salem Erotica. Other than that, I’m just working with various freelance projects and teaching comic book illustration @Columbus College of Art & Design.

What was your first professional comic book work?
Oh, wow! There were a few but I can’t quite remember the timeline just right. What I do remember is doing a few pinups for Rick Buckler Jr., on a character called the Golden Warrior. It was that and again, doing pinup for CB Cebulski, when he worked at CPM Manga.

Which project are you the most proud of? Well, currently, I would say the release of FX: The Lost Land thru IDW. But there are so many to mention. I guess the other project I would honorably mention was the series called Visions of Erotica, which was a series of portfolios of sexy women, that I would say, put me on the map, years ago.

Is there a project or title that have you not worked on, but would love to take on?
Yes, Wonder Woman and or Catwoman!

Who are some other creators that you really admire?
There’s quite a few, but the one’s that I truly admire and not all are comic creators. To start, John Byrne, Larry Stroman, Michelangelo, Frazetta, Sorayama, Mucha, Nagel , George Bridgeman, Vargas

Outside of comic books, are there any other creative projects that you are involved with?
Yes. One is the launch of a new Sketch Video Series of how I work. Right now, the first video is that of a character called Minx, who is a character out of the pages of the graphic novel I illustrated with creator and writer, Wayne Osborne, called FX: The Lost Land. There are other subjects that are in the works to be later released throughout the year and beyond.

www.derbycitycomiccon.com

Sketching video available @C2e2

2011-03-05T22:38:00.000-05:00

Have I mentioned how much I love sketching! This time, it is of the character called Minx from the graphic novel I worked on FX The Lost Land. I find her sexy lookin' as it is.This is pretty much the technique I would use for the sketchcard stuff. So anyways, The entire video from pencils to finished marker technique took me approx. 70min. This piece measures 11x14. Now, this is my normal speed without any interruption.I'll have these available at c2e2. Enjoy!

Truth, Justice and the American Way....

2011-02-12T19:58:00.000-05:00

This piece is already inked and colored, but I figured I'd show the pencils right now. :) Enjoy

Another commission update

2011-02-09T17:32:00.000-05:00

Working on quite a few commissions right now that I need to finish up soon. This is just a pencil and ink version of Captain America. STay tuned!

Wizard World New Orleans

2011-02-02T14:30:00.000-05:00

Had a great time in the Big Easy for the Wizard World New Orleans show. It was amazing to hear that there hasn't been a decent show in close to ten years in that area, especially with the talent that I know of that lives there. The turnout itself was pretty good and the hospitality I received was even better. Had a chance to talk to one of my neighbors at the show, Marrus, awesome woman and a great artist herself. She helped making the weekend even more enjoyable. Got a chance to check out the scenery in the French Quarter area along with some very tasty food and a local Irish pub there. But anyways, I'll write more later about my New Orleans trip, but I want to post some of the con sketches I did at the show. There were a few I did for a set of twin girls that I didn't take a picture of, but that twin girls were so cute that I ended up doing a Poison Ivy and Batgirl for them. Roughly about 10 minutes each, just upper torso shots and not as detailed as I do other con sketches. But it was well worth it as I watched them watching me work in their sketchbooks. They really enjoyed watching me work. But enough talk, here are the sketches. Enjoy!

Sketchbook commission

2011-01-16T21:51:00.000-05:00

Thought to post this one. This is one of the sketches that I put into the hardbound sketchbooks that I produce. You get one original piece of art on 2ply strathmore with each hardbound sketchbook purchased.

Black Swan

2011-01-12T21:14:00.000-05:00

If this doesn't get you to see Black Swan, what will.
check it out!

A double pager from FX The Lost Land

2011-01-06T08:23:00.001-05:00

Thought I'd post an interior double pager here. I should've taken a picture of the construction of this page before I started to ink this. But oh well.

The Reviews Are in for FX!

2010-12-17T15:08:00.000-05:00

I thought the review of FX by Michael May was fair and positive and you can read the review HERE

Some prelim stuff

2010-12-13T19:31:00.000-05:00

Thought I'd post some prelim sketches here that i'm doing for commissions. These two are pretty much done as i've already inked and colored them. Maybe just a few more touch ups here and there and they'll be on their way to their owner. Also have a Batman in the works that I have yet to scan in yet. Holidays are here and I've got plenty to do in the next few weeks. I've got some Betty Page cards to finish up and some Star Wars work as well by the end of the month. More updates coming soon. Stay tuned.

A re-post of Sketchbooks available

2010-12-05T21:39:00.001-05:00

Well, I'm doing something this year that's a bit different for me. I have two variants of my yearly sketchbook. One is a softcover perfect bound version, 112 pages and the other is a 116 page Hardcover version. Now, what sets these two books apart is that the hardcover will be in a limited number that comes with an original sketch. The original sketch will be done in grayscale. Now, the sketch can be customized with a commission if you would like it to. Some will be done with already a sketch to purchase and others will be left blank for your commission. These books will be available in April on my website and at conventions. The softcover will be priced at $25 on the website at shows and the Hardcover Special Edition sketchbook will be $50 on my site and at shows. I love how these books came out. Since it's the end of the year and am reviewing what I do every year, I have to say that I was happy as to how well both the softcover and hardcover books have done for the year. It's no million dollars or anything, but am very pleased with the reception of them both. For both editions, this is in a sense an ending and a beginning. It's a culmination of new and old and it's a way to put a wrap on the last five or 6yrs. As for the future, I have new plans and goals for this coming year that are both challenging to myself. There is always something new to discover about oneself, and I am doing mine.
Peace,
uko
peace
uko

FX Final Wraparound Cover

2010-11-25T18:27:00.000-05:00

First, I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving today. Second, I wanted to share with everyone the final color wraparound cover to the graphic novel to hit the stand around the 22nd of December. I have to say that this is one of my favorite pieces i've done recently. I pretty much did everything from the thumbnails to the inks and final color, a total of about 3 days. Can't recall as to how tired I was in getting it done for the deadline, but i'm very pleased with how it came out. Also, the book can be ordered thru Amazon as well. Here is the link for that

MID OHIO CON REVIEW

2010-11-11T21:43:00.000-05:00

What can I say about this year's Mid Ohio Con. It was a BLAST! Ever since the new owners have taken over, the Mid Ohio has taken on a new atmosphere and enthusiasm. I was quite surprised by how many people were walking through the convention doors to enjoy the two day show, or three, if you consider the pre-con party. I was asked to do a panel on pinup art with Dave Nester and Jay Fife. The panel itself was good. We all were just drawing upon our own experience in the field and the crowd appeared to be interested in what we were talking about. I've never done a panel before, but have no problem talking about what I do in front of a crowd. Over the years of going to shows, it has become easier and easier. I was quite busy as I was bombarded with commission requests. I think I did around 9-10 full sized pieces for the weekend, all in greyscale, except for a Deathbird sketchcard. All in all, it was a great weekend. I had current and former students stop by my table and they all seemed pretty excited about being at the show. I was glad that they showed up as there's nothing better than being at a show and getting a feel for what it is you want to get into for a career. It's the best thing ever. I'll be posting more later about the show, but for now i'll get to posting some pieces for now. Enjoy!

Joker the Jokeman

2010-11-10T20:45:00.000-05:00

Thought I'd post this here. It sold at auction at Heroes Con. Eventhough the Joker is not my favorite character, but when I get to draw him, something comes over me and a little bit of my personality gets integrated in the piece somehow :)

MID OHIO CON PROMO

2010-11-03T19:46:00.000-04:00

Tomorrow morning on Fox28, Good Morning Columbus will be airing interviews at Packrat Comics in Hilliard, I'll be there along with a few other great local talents, so be sure to check it out or DVR it to check it later. It'll be a nice lil min-con before the main show this coming weekend. It's going to be a great time. Hope to see you there.

MID OHIO CON, NOV. 6-7

2010-11-02T08:38:00.000-04:00

This weekend is going to be a blast! Mid Ohio is celebrating it's 30th year of existence. They've gathered one heck of a guest list of pros from the industry. All tables are sold out, which is awesome! I remember growing up and seeing ads of my favorite artists such as Byrne, Austin, Leondardi listed as being artists for the Mid-Ohio and just dreamed of not wanting to only be a part of it, but also just being able to go. But that was me being a kid. But now, having been a part of many shows in past, this year's Mid-Ohio show is looking to be one of the best this year. See you there!

FX2 The Lost Land Cover-The INKS

2010-11-01T12:48:00.001-04:00

Here is the inked version I thought to put up here. The idea behind this one was KING KONG inspired. My thought process for this one was that I was thinking about all those movie posters I grew up seeing and still love seeing today and try to capture the feel of the book with this one image.I think I succeeded. Y'know, I like the way I ink, but I definitely take too long to ink a piece like this. I knew time was running short, but I didn't want to wane on the quality. This took me about 12hrs. to ink. I do need to get faster though. Enjoy.

FX2 The Lost Land Cover prelim and pencils

2010-10-20T19:06:00.000-04:00

Since the book will be coming out soon, thought to post the cover pencils and a prelim study. I changed a few things from the prelim as I thought it was too busy for me.

FX PROMO ART

2010-10-08T22:35:00.000-04:00

Some promo art that was included in the color ashcan offered this summer and for the upcoming FX graphic novel .

It's almost here! FX2 Previews ad

2010-08-30T08:35:00.001-04:00

I was sent this a few days ago. The ad for the PREVIEWS magazine for the upcoming FX2-The Lost Land

HEROES CON, JUNE 4-6

2010-06-03T01:15:00.001-04:00

I love going to this show! I'll report later :)

The Huntress and Spring Con

2010-05-18T21:47:00.000-04:00

How Awesome was Spring Con? It was just great! I'm not going to go into too much detail here, but I am definitely looking forward to more Spring Con shows. I not only love the atmosphere of the Twin Cities, but also the friends that I have there who make it that much better. As far as the show itself, it's definitely one of the best shows that i've attended over the years of my con experience. There are others shows that stand out to me in my mind such as Baltimore and Heroes Con that are really attentive to their guests and the customers/patrons/people that come to check out the show are all the more enjoyable to chat with. But anyways, here is one of the pieces that I did at the show during Spring Con. Enjoy

P-P-P POWERGIRL on FREE COMIC BOOK DAY

2010-05-02T11:50:00.000-04:00

A day spent at Packrat Comics is always a great experience when they have get togethers for events such as Free Comic Book Day. It's almost like a mini-convention with great talents in the local area. This is piece of Powergirl was done for someone who always seem to get a commission from myself at shows.This one wasn't any different. This one one of three sketches I did today. The other two were sketchcards of Batman and Superman, which I forgot to take photos of. I love doing con style sketches for folks who appreciates your work. Thanks to everyone.

Sketchbooks Galore-Create Somethin' Cool

2010-03-20T22:56:00.000-04:00

MEEEEOWWWW!

2010-03-11T12:17:00.000-05:00

A recent Catwoman commission that was long overdue, due to the fact that I am working on a series called FX to be published by IDW later this summer/early fall. But anyways, this piece is in color for the final, but I like to show the work in stages. Here's one of them for your viewing pleasure :)

had to delete last blog

2010-03-11T12:02:00.000-05:00

Y'know, sometimes I just hate people. I swear. You just try to do some simple things online like keep people up to date on what it is you're doing and BAM! All of a sudden people just want to hijack your blog and get it redirected to some other place. Some people are just plain evil. So anyways, hope this one stays for a while. Will post new stuff shortly.
thanks for stopping by :)
uko