The new and the familiar...

I've always enjoyed fantasy, in all of its forms. This is not to say I have an interest in everything fantasy, and will partake of items without discrimination, but instead it is to say I enjoy the fanciful, the unusual, the magical.

I have, since I was very little, had an interest in the odd fictions that deviated so greatly from the norm. I eagerly listened, read, watched, and acted out great epics and whimsical tales. I sought out the places, people, and things behind the veil of imagination, hoping that this intangible thing would collapse for me and reveal wonders unknown and feverishly desired.

I have drawn odd bits of illustration, moseying around the unreal. I find that I thoroughly enjoy creating these things in image, as I see them through my mind's eye.

Here are a few items I've sketched, as well as a new sketch for a different logo for Arrow-Eye. Enjoy!

Keeping the train a'goin'...

Well, ideas are still in short supply, but I'm persistent and have drive, so hopefully I'll spill something fun out one of these days. I'm assembling a Graphic Novel Initiative for Grand Rapids, MI to showcase and credit the local comic book (and general) artists. We'll see where that goes, and who will care enough to participate.

Once again, a few items to show that I'm doing/did/will do something. Enjoy!

Wein/Wrightson/Moore - The Greats of Swamp Thing

A great series, since Bernie Wrightson, who I had the pleasure of meeting, and Len Wein birthed this creature of the muck. If you haven't had the chance to check it out, do so right away! While you're at it, also look into Alan Moore's reinvention. Brilliant! The new hardcover is the best printing of any graphic novel I've ever owned. The cover itself, minus the dust jacket, is beautiful.

Here's my attempt at a monstrous legend.