Fan Appreciation 2009 Photo Parade

Jon Bryans (NGuard)

Jessie Lam (Neozoic). The webcomic we're working on is amazing. Can't wait to show everyone.

Marcio Takara showing love for...if you can't tell I can't help you.

The mighty Sam Agro showing how Nick Fury is the man, like himself.

Attila Adorjany

Logan Lubera

Andrew Jackson. No really it's him without makeup. Scary, I know.

Andrew Jackson. Look him up on IMDB. Really, give it a click. He was at the con to give support to Jon's NGuard becoming a animated series, not to mention..er...just keep reading.

The Agnes Garbowska

My table that I shared with Jessie Lam (Neozoic)

Most interesting duo ever.

Meow.

So I've been hinting at something that I'm excited about (but officially can't talk about just yet), which is what the following pertains to. For the keen people out there, and I know all of you are, do "read" the last photo carefully.

This is Jon Bryans (NGuard) scribbling something on paper.

This is me scribbling on the same paper.

This is Jessie Lam (Neozoic) scribbling on the same paper too. Weird huh?

On Sunday, I signed a contract to co-write a comic based on a very terrific property that I can't mention yet *cough* look below *cough*. We've also partnered up to develop new properties and help existing ones reach the comic book market.

Now, isn't that an interesting photo.

That's all folks. I'll be at Fan Expo next for the con thing. I should be at Paradise Comics for Free Comic Book Day. Not 100% yet, but I'll let you know as usual.

Thanks again to everyone for making a terrific convention. You people are great!

After Con Blahs

I know I promised to share an interesting development from the convention today, but posting photos didn't workout with my phone.

The good news is that I did take photos, which will be up by tomorrow night, if not earlier. Then you can see what I'm talking about.

So what did I do there?

I made it a point to spend more time away from the table and found the experience a lot more fulfilling; that is I wanted to get to know people I've met in the past and was happy that I did. I also got to meet new people, making new friends along the way.

I signed a contract with Jon Bryans (NGuard) to join him in a new venture called Story Factory. It's a platform for us to co-write projects with. That was part of the announcement news. Look at the photos for the other half.

I'm humbled that there are people who like what I do and took the time to let me know. If I didn't say it to you personally, let me take this time to express my deepest thank you. You may think it's insignificant to let someone know how you feel about their craft, but it surely does mean a lot, especially to me.

Thanks to everyone for making this convention a memorable one!

Lastly...

Photos will come.

The web comic that I showed a sneak peek of that I'm working on with Jessie Lam (Neozoic) will be coming soon here and on Jessie Lam's blog. I'll be going to my love for fantasy for this story.

Thanks again for everyone that came out.
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Toronto Comicon: Fan Appreciation This Weekend

You can read about the information of the convention in my last post.

There's some really interesting news I will share with people there and of course here when it happens. In fact, I've set up my phone so I can post it live when it does, so for those who can't make it, you'll hear it first as well.

I'll see if I can toss in some photos as well.

See you there if you will be there.

Toronto Comicon: Fan Appreciation Event 2009

I'll be at the upcoming Toronto Comicon. Come by and say hi, chat or at least wave.

Fan Appreciation Event 2009
April 18-19, 2009
Metro Toronto Convention Centre South Building Hall G
222 Bremner Blvd.

Hours
Saturday: 11:00am - 6:00pm
Sunday: 11:00am - 5:00pm

Directions
By Train & Bus
Union Station, Toronto's main rail station, is a block away from the Convention Centre, connected by the weather-protected Skywalk. The Bus Terminal is just five minutes away by cab, ten minutes by public transit.

Crystal Fractal Comics - Redorik

If you're free October 25th from 1pm - 3pm, you can meet me and other creators from Crystal Fractal Comics at Paradise Comics . There will be a showcase of works in progress and editions of the Zero Issue Preview Editions available as well. See you there!

I am scripting the first four issue story arc of Crystal Fractal Comics' upcoming title Redorik. The series is planned for solicitation in the beginning of 2009!

Redorik focuses on Justin Henderson, a high school student who can telepathically read the thoughts and emotions of others and teleport to distant locations through a pocket universe. Unlike his peers, who fantasize about having supernatural powers, Justin must learn to come to terms with his new found abilities, in addition to dealing with the death of a friend and trying to determine which of the voices he hears are those of others, and which are his own subconscious. He is unaware of the fact that he is a descendant of Nathanael de Velasquez, a powerful mage whose alias Doctor Twilight is the central character in another eponymous Crystal Fractal title.

Crystal Fractal Comics is an up and coming comic book publisher and character licensing company seeking to diversify the industry through the dynamic story lines and characters of its titles. Founded by Derrek S. Lennox, the company aims to become one of the top ten firms in its industry through its online and print comics, toys, and other licensed products. Crystal Fractal Comics is currently headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Where's some teaser art you ask? Just look below.

Redeemer

Redorik, Carnivale and Caregiver

All characters are the property of Crystal Fractal Comics.

Post Fan Expo 2008

Where to begin? First I have to mention the guy who dressed up like Namor. He was dead on and had a bunch of us talking about him. Yeah, I'll leave that there. I was invited to a Win, Lose or Draw panel and showed why I don't draw. I think people will be having nightmares for a long, long time because of me. During the con I met With some cool new people like Greg Hyland of Lethargic Lad fame. I didn't know he drew for the Lego fan magazine, not to mention had the coolest box of Lego people references with him. Both my wife and I were planning on stealing it, but by Sunday, we were just too tired. There was also Jessie Lam and J. Korim from Neozoic from Red 5 Comics. Very cool people all around. Jessie was selling some really cool posters that were going fast. If you see her next time, do ask her about them. She might have a few left.

A very memorable moment was when a female Jedi was checking out my stuff and accidentally hit a passerby in the eye with her lightsaber. The guy was all right, but I bet he never thought he would get hit in the eye with a lightsaber.

I didn't take any photos while I was there except for one, which was encouraged by my wife.


Yup, I so have a rocking cool wife. I also have hope for a reboot of the Catwoman franchise now.

(I'll see if I can scan the sketches I got later and update it here when I do.) Ta Da!

Greg Hyland

J. Korim

Thanks to everyone who stopped by, both old and new. I appreciate the support and the cool comments!

Signing Friday, Aug. 29th at 5pm-7pm at The Beguiling

The Beguiling will be having me and Russel Lissau on Friday, August 29th 5pm - 7pm for a signing, please come out and say hi.

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Here's a photo of us and Russell's amazing artistic daughter. She was giving away free sketches!