Failed Connie Radar #001 / 2
Failed Connie Radar #001 / 1
The ComicBook Factory - Animated Logo
Here's an animated logo I've been working on. It was animated in Flash and After Effects, took about 4 days. I think it needs sound but I kind of like it silent too.
Gone Fishing - Storyboard Part 1
Here's an early draft of the Fot and Angus "The Big Catch" episode (currently on Mondomedia's Youtube channel), it's always interesting to note how much gets changed in the recording booth, thanks in no small part, to the talented Mr Darby.
Sketch Book Fun
Short Film - Pre-production
I've started on a new short film which I'll post about from time to time. So far the script (which is nothing more than a list of sequences) is written and I'm in the middle of storyboarding and character design. I'm expecting it to be about two minutes total length and should take me about a year to complete depending how much 'real' work gets in the way.
Here's some concept art for one of the main characters, a little thug...
At the moment he's still a generic stock character, I'm pretty sure he'll evolve into something very different by the time it's animated, looks a little too Happy Tree Friends crossed with the Big Boy Burgers mascot. Anyway, the main inspiration comes from this video I remember seeing when I was about 13, it's still awesome...
Here's some concept art for one of the main characters, a little thug...
At the moment he's still a generic stock character, I'm pretty sure he'll evolve into something very different by the time it's animated, looks a little too Happy Tree Friends crossed with the Big Boy Burgers mascot. Anyway, the main inspiration comes from this video I remember seeing when I was about 13, it's still awesome...
Animating for Commercials
It was not a field either Walt or Roy were happy to be in. Their reasoning was sound. We didn't own the characters we produced for other companies; there was absolutely no residual value. Worse, we were at the whim of the client; at each stage of production we had to twiddle our thumbs and await approval before we could venture on to the next step
- Harry Tytle (Disney producer)
From the book Cartoon Modern: Style and Design in Fifties Animation by Amid Amidi.
- Harry Tytle (Disney producer)
From the book Cartoon Modern: Style and Design in Fifties Animation by Amid Amidi.
Fot and Angus - Episode 4
I haven't posted in some time but I'll try to get back into doing so.
The Underworld cartoons are almost done, I'm still working on the last one for this batch, should be done in a couple of weeks. Meanwhile Fot and Angus are doing well over on Mondomedia's channel, we're hoping it does well enough to enable us to create more. And another animation project is underway but more about that one next time...
Sketch of the Day #002
I did this while waiting for Alex to finish up in a meeting, he kept me waiting for almost 45 minutes (so inconsiderate) so I went and had lunch without him, lucky for him he knew where I like to eat so he turned up after my first sip of coffee. I started on one head and just repeated it seeing the way each came out slightly different.
Orginal Artwork For Sale
I've made some changes to the main ComicBook Factory website, the best part is I've added a page for selling some of the original artwork. Very affordable for now, don't miss out!Click HERE to view the artwork page.
Animated Underworld #9 - Teddy Trouble
Another 30sec animated Underworld completed. Hope you like it...
Click the picture or try this link www.mylittlefunny.com
Auckland Armageddon Expo 2010
Here's a bunch of photos I took this weekend and the annual pop-culture convention "Armageddon"
FOT on Radiradirah
The first episode of Radiradirah went on air a few days ago, amongst the sketches was the animated cartoon FOT, created by Alex Dron co-written with myself and voiced by Rhys Darby. Seven more episodes to go... Hope they're as much fun to watch as they are to make! - Friday TV3 9:30pmThe FOT fan page on Facebook has exclusive rejected scenes and other goodies, so join up!
Click HERE for Radiradirah S1EP1
Click HERE for the FOT Fan Page on Facebook
ComicBook Factory T-shirts
Look what I have made for you! Just setting up a t-shirt shop with Spreadshirt... will post updates soon. Buy one and help keep the wolves form the ComicBook Factory door! Here's the LINK
Animated Underworld #5 - Tough Bar
My friends, look what I have made just for you! Another animated short from the comic strip Underworld by KAZ. This is the first to feature Snuff and Creep (voiced by KAZ!) More animation soon...
Time Machine
Finished this today... an authentic working time machine (or "clock" as some people like to call them). Still working out some of the bugs, the hands seem to get locked up sometimes, and I have to swot it ever now and then to restart the seconds hand, but apart from that, works like a treat. I'll post a few more of the details soon, the face is a timeline of the universe from big bang to the big rip (one of my favourite ideas proposed for the end of everything), 35 billion years divided up into 12 hours. If they prove popular I'll try and make more to sell.
Animated Underworld #4 - Ducky Ducky
We've completed another Underworld animation for you to enjoy (click the picture). Watch it, share it, let me know what you think.I think I'll be in Wellington next weekend with a BRAND NEW ComicBook Factory product to exchange for your money, you won't want to miss out on this! We'll talk about it later, ok...
Space Baboons
This is the back cover to the second book, long way from being published. I'd also consider it a first draft. It's almost unreadable but the small print at the very bottom reads No Refunds. It is CRSR Laboratories policy that all ex-research animals are sold "as is".UPDATE: I know about the grammatical error "not limited", thank you.
Living the Dream
Gary Panter, Kaz Prapuolenis, Reg Mombassa, STephen Bliss, Yuri Shimojo, Travis Millard, Mel Kadel, Roy Galloway, Bill Moulton, John Tymkiw, John Hobbs, Chris Capuozzo, Ted McGrath, Matt Campbell, Karl Wills & Marcus Oakley.Opening reception: Saturday March 27th, 7 - 10pm. Wed to Sat 3 - 8pm March 27 through April 17, 2010. 93 2nd Avenue, New York, NY 10003. Subway: F Train to 2nd Avenue 212 777 7988 www.fusegallery.com
Featured artwork - Travis Millard. Ltd logo - Stephen Jay Rayon. Curated by Matt Campbell
New Connie Radar Daily Blog
I have started a new blog just for the Connie Radar Dailies. Click the comic or click HERE to view, bookmark the page or become a follower of the blog. New comic every day except Saturdays... I guess I'll transfer the older ones across to archive. Hope you enjoy them, feedback welcome!
Hotwire Exhibition Tonight (New York)
From the Press Release:
Dumbo, Brooklyn, NYC - February 12th: opening reception 6-9pm and continuing to March 31st, 2010 - Scott Eder Gallery
BROOKLYN, February 12, 2010- HOTWIRE #3 features a dynamic selection of artwork from the upcoming all-new third volume of Hotwire Comics! Following the success of last year's Hotwire #2 show, this seminal show features paintings, works on paper in all media from some of the heaviest hitters in the alternative comix scene, including Tim Lane, David Sandlin, Glenn Head, Mark Dean Veca, Danny Hellman, Jayr Pulga, Mary Fleener, Karl Wills, R. Sikoryak, Sam Henderson, Mats?!, Rick Altergott, Chadwick Whitehead. The opening of the show is timed to coincide with the release of the brand-new volume of Hotwire Comics. Hotwire #3 is currently on view at 18 Bridge St., DUMBO, Brooklyn until March 31, 2010.
The Harvey- and Eisner-nominated anthology of action, thrills, chills and transgression is back with a third volume! Anything goes in Hotwire, eschewing literary high-mindedness for a pure, gut-wrenching viscerality that you can tune in and rest your brain on after a long day.
Opening party Friday night, Feb. 12th, from 6pm-9pm
Join us to celebrate the Hotwire #3 group show featuring the great selection of paintings, ink drawings and works in graphite.
About Scott Eder Gallery
Established in August, 2007 as a venue for bringing comic book art creators into a fine art context and gallery setting, Scott Eder has been dealing and exhibiting original comic book art at festivals and museums in the U.S. and throughout Europe (France, England, Italy, Germany, Spain, and the Netherlands) for over 15 years. All show info at www.scottedergallery.com
Animated Underworld #03 - Marvin the Human Bong
Click HERE (or click the picture) to watch the latest Underworld animation. It's subtle but listen to the great Velvet Underground inspired psychedelic background music supplied by David Kilgour.After you've enjoyed watching it join the mailing list for instant notification of future episodes...
New Jessica Tattoo Discovered
On my recent trip to Wellington I was pleased to discover someone with this Jessica of the Schoolyard tattoo, he'd never read the comic but a friend of his had the image lying around and tattoo gun. The image is originally from an early comic strip that appeared in Lava magazine. I'll post it if I can find it.
Julius in the Lab
Here's some artwork from the back cover of the upcoming Connie Radar comic book. No due date...
Fot - Part 3
This is the SECOND animated Fot that has been edited into shorter versions (this being part 3 of #2, all of #1 is HERE and parts 1 and 2 of #2 can be found HERE). For those not familiar with FOT, it's an animated short by Alex Dron and voice by Rhys Darby, I helped out with the writing and made the odd suggestion here and there.
New episodes are looking likely for an upcoming sketch comedy show called RadiRadiRah.
New Daily City Photography Blog
Thought I'd plug my new daily photo blog. This one will, of course, stay active for all The ComicBook Factory comics and animation news... have a great 2010 everyone!
Animated Underworld #02 - Damn Kids
Huzzah! The second animated version of Kaz's Underworld cartoon finished. Go watch it HERE or just click the image.And below is a little animated gif taken from the short...
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