Gwen Stacy

Was I the only kid reading Spider-Man who liked Gwen Stacy? Conan #1 may have signaled the beginning of the Bronze Age for Marvel, but Spider-man #121, two years later, changed comics forever. I really don't think Marvel ever got over Gwen's death (JR SR confided to me that it was his idea). It certainly continues to haunt the Spider-man mythos to this day. I came across these pencils by Adam Hughes, and having some time on my hands, decided to digitally ink and color them for a little practice. I still favor flat color to the computer modeling that dominates comics today, admittedly because that's what I grew up with. I did a rough the other day and colored outside the lines. I was suddenly transported back to the day when comic book colors weren't always properly registered with the line work. I loved it! Anyways, here's Gwen. Pencils by AH!, digital inks and colors by me. The BG photo was found on the internet and is the copyright of the photographer.




Here's my own rendition of gorgeous Gwen as I remember her before she got the more familiar bangs. My drawing also reflects the later good girl image Gwen developed in contrast, I imagine, to Mary Jane. Fans forget that in the early days Gwen gave MJ a real run for her money. Check out this panel from Spidey #47. The art is, of course copyright Marvel Entertainment Group.

R-A-G-G-M-O-P-P

I recently received a fan letter and was inspired to do this cartoon featuring Little Miss Universe from the pages of Ragmop! I haven't been able to find a credit for the BG though.

By Jingo!

Hey everyone. Check out the full, unabridged chapter on Kamandi 1-20, "The Lost Boy On Earth" from my book, By Jingo! my personal reflections of the writings of Jack Kirby. I decided to post it in conjunction with the publication of the Kamandi Omnibus from DC last month. In the next few days, I'll also be posting lots more portfolio work for you to check out. In the meantime, you can view my various comic book portfolios by clicking on the links in the sidebar.

Chocolate-Face Grace

I'm pleased as all punch to announce that Chocolate-Face Grace is now on the WWW! Grace and I have been collecting and writing stories for a few months now and I've finally gotten down to drawing the strips. It's all a grand experiment in storytelling and having fun and doing whatever it takes to get you through the day. Enjoy!

Happy Birthday Edward Albee

I, like many I imagine, have been greatly moved and changed by the writings of Mr. Albee. It is difficult to imagine the American theatre without plays like The Zoo Story (that I had the great pleasure to perform), or the beguiling Tiny Alice. My life is certainly better for the encounter.

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Not-So-Secret Invasion

Hey, fans! Here are a pair of posters I produced for the recent 2008 FanExpo Toronto. Dave Sim had suggested that I capitalize on Marvel's Secret Invasion storyline, so I gave it a go. I haven't had this much fun drawing in a long time.

Best Blog on the Planet?

I'm not sure if TomDispatch is the best blog on the planet, but if it's news from the frontlines of Planet Slum you're looking for it sure comes close. The blurb from the banner reads: "Tomdispatch.com is for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of our post-9/11 world and a clear sense of how our imperial globe actually works." Trust your intellect and delve into these dispatches by the brightest and the best progressive writers the world has to offer. Do your brain and the planet a favor and sample these confections of culinary commentary. Unlike Ragmop, these stories are true!