Hello My Lambs! This is one of those “free” newsletter posts that brings you up to date on what I’m doing and what’s coming out, plus the always important pictures of my cats! Obviously there’s been a lot going on with the Substack announcement but there’s a lot of OTHER exciting stuff happening this week that isn’t even that! So let’s dig in!
Wow! Love that gorgeous Sarah Pichelli MJ! The colors really work so well too, they have an almost watercolor quality to them.
Very curious about this Spiderman story and of course excited for Captain Marvel tomorrow!
Hmmm, so far very much love the art teases of course. And hearing about the whole design process for comics has been fascinating. Always enjoy the kitties.
I would love to hear more about how you come up with new ideas for pitches and story arcs. Do you have a specific process for finding inspiration or brainstorming? Or does it just strike at random? Do you keep a notebook full of ideas?
On the subject of sheep and shepherds, have you seen the sinister trailer for the Icelandic movie "LAMB" ? Debut directed by Valdimar Jóhannsson, produced by the legendary Béla Tarr and distributed by A24 Films. Look at the Friday 8th!
Substack subbed, newsletters up to date, the comics purchased and the podcast is listened to! Homework done hahahaha. Well... I just have to thank you for how lucky I am to coexist at the same time as you. Q&A time! First of all, obviously I would be happy to see and learn anything you want to show me, but personally I'm very curious to see a little bit of your comic book collection and your readings. Secondly, I don't know if we will have any opportunity to know in advance about possible news about your store... *cough cough black friday cough cough* hahahahah kidding, but it would be interesting for the subs! And finally, what I love most here is the space itself, the niche, the team and the feeling that here I am surrounded by people who share the same common feeling, the appreciation of your work. I love it when ~we see more of the kittens~ you share your routine, for example, I also watched Midnight Mass and I agree with every word typed, then I think I feel less alone. And of course, the behind the scenes of your projects. So what I most hope to find here above all is learning and reciprocity. I've always been lonely, but I return that feeling fondly, so I want you to know that not just me, but a lot of people appreciate you Kelly, a big heart and a sharp mind. <3
Looking forward to the new Captain Marvel tomorrow! As for stuff I like to see here, I’ve really been enjoying seeing the behind the scenes on how the process works behind books and would love to see more of that!
My question for you is: How much say do you have when you create a new character like Star (or even Jeff!)? Is it something that editors have final say in or do you get full range on early character development?
I'm not sure I really have anything to add irt what I would like to see (that isn't already there). And as for what's excited me the most?? I feel like "everything" is a cop-out answer but that's also the only one I got. (Also to respond to your comment about that first CM preview not actually showing Carol, I do hope [generally speaking] Kamala gets to flex her shapeshifting powers more/has to play the role of Carol at some point for something other than her wanting to fit in)
Hi, Kelly! As a long-time Spider-Man fan who never accepted Ben Reilly, Kaine, Judas Traveller, or any of the rest of 'em into my heart, let me just say that it's your participation and your obvious excitement about/investment in these upcoming stories that has me ready to open my mind and heart and give this new era a try. With long-running franchise characters like Spidey, there are always going to be moments, stories, and even eras that don't work for every fan. The Clone Saga and Ben Reilly's time as Spider-Man is one of those situations for me (one of many, actually). But I also believe that great stories can come from anywhere, including from origins I didn't particularly like, with the right creators to bring them to life. So, yeah. I'm excited to see what you and the Spider-Man Beyond creative team have come up with. No pressure!
My wife and I have watched four episodes of Midnight Mass and we're still very much on board. Over the last few years, I have become a big ol' Mike Flanagan fan and have sought out and watched most of the things he has made. Hearing that he didn't stick the landing for you will actually help me temper my expectations a bit. I may end up loving it all the way through the end but it's helpful not to have my hopes up too much!
And one of the things I'd love to see here are original script to finished comic page comparisons (and all the iterations between those two stages of development). I love the behind-the-scenes process. SO much work, thought, sweat, blood, and tears go into the creation of every panel, page, and book. I always appreciate hearing/reading the stories of how they came to be.
Wow! Love that gorgeous Sarah Pichelli MJ! The colors really work so well too, they have an almost watercolor quality to them.
Very curious about this Spiderman story and of course excited for Captain Marvel tomorrow!
Hmmm, so far very much love the art teases of course. And hearing about the whole design process for comics has been fascinating. Always enjoy the kitties.
I would love to hear more about how you come up with new ideas for pitches and story arcs. Do you have a specific process for finding inspiration or brainstorming? Or does it just strike at random? Do you keep a notebook full of ideas?
To answer your question “What would YOU like to see here?”…. my answer will be MORE pics of Clive and the Monarch. 😁
Also would it be possible to do some book club discussions? We can discuss books/comics that inspired your work. Even movies.
I love seeing those process posts. So keep em coming!
Hello my dear shepherdess!
On the subject of sheep and shepherds, have you seen the sinister trailer for the Icelandic movie "LAMB" ? Debut directed by Valdimar Jóhannsson, produced by the legendary Béla Tarr and distributed by A24 Films. Look at the Friday 8th!
Substack subbed, newsletters up to date, the comics purchased and the podcast is listened to! Homework done hahahaha. Well... I just have to thank you for how lucky I am to coexist at the same time as you. Q&A time! First of all, obviously I would be happy to see and learn anything you want to show me, but personally I'm very curious to see a little bit of your comic book collection and your readings. Secondly, I don't know if we will have any opportunity to know in advance about possible news about your store... *cough cough black friday cough cough* hahahahah kidding, but it would be interesting for the subs! And finally, what I love most here is the space itself, the niche, the team and the feeling that here I am surrounded by people who share the same common feeling, the appreciation of your work. I love it when ~we see more of the kittens~ you share your routine, for example, I also watched Midnight Mass and I agree with every word typed, then I think I feel less alone. And of course, the behind the scenes of your projects. So what I most hope to find here above all is learning and reciprocity. I've always been lonely, but I return that feeling fondly, so I want you to know that not just me, but a lot of people appreciate you Kelly, a big heart and a sharp mind. <3
Looking forward to the new Captain Marvel tomorrow! As for stuff I like to see here, I’ve really been enjoying seeing the behind the scenes on how the process works behind books and would love to see more of that!
My question for you is: How much say do you have when you create a new character like Star (or even Jeff!)? Is it something that editors have final say in or do you get full range on early character development?
I'm not sure I really have anything to add irt what I would like to see (that isn't already there). And as for what's excited me the most?? I feel like "everything" is a cop-out answer but that's also the only one I got. (Also to respond to your comment about that first CM preview not actually showing Carol, I do hope [generally speaking] Kamala gets to flex her shapeshifting powers more/has to play the role of Carol at some point for something other than her wanting to fit in)
Hi, Kelly! As a long-time Spider-Man fan who never accepted Ben Reilly, Kaine, Judas Traveller, or any of the rest of 'em into my heart, let me just say that it's your participation and your obvious excitement about/investment in these upcoming stories that has me ready to open my mind and heart and give this new era a try. With long-running franchise characters like Spidey, there are always going to be moments, stories, and even eras that don't work for every fan. The Clone Saga and Ben Reilly's time as Spider-Man is one of those situations for me (one of many, actually). But I also believe that great stories can come from anywhere, including from origins I didn't particularly like, with the right creators to bring them to life. So, yeah. I'm excited to see what you and the Spider-Man Beyond creative team have come up with. No pressure!
My wife and I have watched four episodes of Midnight Mass and we're still very much on board. Over the last few years, I have become a big ol' Mike Flanagan fan and have sought out and watched most of the things he has made. Hearing that he didn't stick the landing for you will actually help me temper my expectations a bit. I may end up loving it all the way through the end but it's helpful not to have my hopes up too much!
And one of the things I'd love to see here are original script to finished comic page comparisons (and all the iterations between those two stages of development). I love the behind-the-scenes process. SO much work, thought, sweat, blood, and tears go into the creation of every panel, page, and book. I always appreciate hearing/reading the stories of how they came to be.
So there. :)