Here's a little something from Minnesota Spring Con 2012

It's been awhile since my last post as I've been busy with some projects. But I've enjoyed my latest show in Minnesota as it's always great to see my good friends there. Enjoy! More announcements are coming soon!

Grand Rapids Toy & Comic Expo revue

Hey, I'm back with another update from another show that took place in Grand Rapids, Michigan. I was extremely humble to be the Guest of Honor at this show. Again, I had no idea what to expect. But when I drove up to the venue and saw the advertising for the show and seeing my name as well (pretty in pink), i knew I had to put on my gameface. I mean, I was already there with the gameface, but it just took on another level for me. But anyways, I had a tremendous time with this show. There were other talented individuals that I met there as well along with seeing some great vintage toys that I wish I could pick up for nostalgic regions. The organizers treated me great as well as those that stopped by to check out what I was doing or either had to say. I didn't realize there was another Art & Design school there, Kendall. I talked with those that were either attending or looking to attend, so I had to throw my two cents in as to where I teach my comic book classes.
Another great plus was Dan, the owner of the Xmen v. Avengers piece. He came to pick up the piece at the show and was amazed at how it turned out. If you've ever met Dan, he is one of the most gracious people to ever hold a piece of artwork that was made for him. He's a tremendous person and I truly appreciate him over the years since he approached me at a Motor City convention years ago. But anyways, the Mr.Freeze piece was one of the few things I did at the show.
And again, thanks to all those who attended the show to either chat, bought some stuff and to simply watch me work. Appreciate everything.

thanks

Captain America! and Lexington Comic Con

Well, back from the one day show in Lexington. I must say that I was truly impressed by the quality of show that went on. I had no idea what to expect but I found it to be quite amazing. Arriving just 30 minutes before the show, I didn't expect to see a really nice building of attendees to the show. So I knew I had to have my gameface on :). I had a great experience there and again, I rarely get a chance to walk around at shows, in which, i like to collect sketchbooks of other artists. Was really busy talking and doing sketches for folks, that that didn't really come in to play, collecting sketchbooks. But oh well, there will be others shows, like this weekend in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Looking forward to being in Grand Rapids as I've never been there before. But anyways, here is a Captain America WW2 piece I did at Lex. Hope you enjoy it. 11x14 copic markers and pitt pens.
peace
uko

Lexington Comic Con, March 24

I swear, sometimes I forget what time it is. Haven't realized it's been awhile since my last post. Sooo, to start off, convention season is starting up for me this weekend with the Lexington Comic Con.
I'm looking forward to it as it feels like i've been cooped up for the winter with classes and freelancing. But the following week, I'll be up in Grand Rapids, Michigan for another show I was so kindly invited to, but more on that one later. But for now, the partial image posted is a pinup for the book Rainbow in the Dark. I haven't seen the colors yet as Comfort and Adam are great with their color work, so I look to be amazed when I see it.

'til next time,
peace
uko

Minx-pencils part 3

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

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

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