Hey, I did a guest strip for one of my favorite webcomics, The Nolans. Go check it out!
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A recent update called for a stampede of alien creatures:
I contemplated a few options for the double-page spread; did I want to borrow from some science fiction movies and have some Easter Eggs? Use characters from other webcomics as shout-outs to my friends? I decided the best option would be to take a look through my 15-year-old son Nate’s drawings, and pick some from his artwork. He is definitely my son; he draws constantly, and I am always amazed at his creativity. I thought this would also be a good opportunity to share his work with you all as well! Here are his original drawings from which I stole was inspired, along with some others that gave me a chuckle. Enjoy!
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One of the best things about social media for online artists like myself is the chance to meet and network with other creators. Finding work that inspires me is half the fun of what I do, so if I can give back a little by sharing their work with others, I want to make time do do so.
I’ve followed Tom Dell’Aringa’s work for a while; his comic Marooned was a fun take on a Mission to Mars adventure, and his new comic Rock & Tin is a great mix of science fiction and fantasy. I don’t think I’ve ever read a story about robot wizards before!
The main characters are Mechmagus, leader of a band of robots on an abandoned mining planet, and Peto, a stone golem trying to overcome his programmed nature. Mechmagus’ evil brother wants to use the remaining robots on the planet for his own selfish purposes, and he is winning the war. It deals with themes of free will and ego, and is quite different from most other comics out there.
The artwork is simple at first glance, but Tom is great at doing a lot with a little. The characters are distinctive, he can put a page together with great flow and pacing, and Rock & Tin has some of the prettiest grayscale landscapes I’ve seen in any comic! I think Tom is creating something pretty special with it. Give it a look!
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Patreon is a great way for fans to support artists and creators that they like. You can find out more on my own Patreon page, but in short, you can make a donation per comic that I create, and even set a monthly cap. If you enjoy my work, I’d ask that you consider donating, even if it’s just $1 a month. There will be patron-exclusive content, and you’ll get a warm fuzzy feeling for helping to fund the creation of Cooties. Go take a look!
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I will be tabling at Salt Lake Comic Con FanXperience this week from Thursday, Jan 29 through Saturday, Jan 31. I’ll have Cooties books and original art for sale! Come by and say Hi, I’ll be at booth Red 19 in Artist Alley.
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