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Industry and Member news

Lin — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 03:20:38 +0000

‘Peanuts’ gang sold to Joe Boxer owner for $175M‏

You’ve got a new owner, Charlie Brown.

Newspaper publisher E.W. Scripps Co. is selling licensing rights for Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the rest of the “Peanuts” gang to Iconix Brand Group Inc., the licensing company that owns Joe Boxer and London Fog.

The family of the late “Peanuts” creator Charles Schulz will also own part of the business too, giving it more control of and money from the comic strip’s legacy.

Heirs say the deal announced Tuesday for for the 60-year-old comic strip is what the artist would have wanted. Schulz worked for decades to win back the rights to his work, which many other artists like himself sold to appear in print.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20100427/ap_en_ot/us_snoopy_sale

Items sought for Gene Colan benefit auction

Mike Pascale writes:

Marvel and DC legendary artist Gene Colan recently suffered a broken right shoulder and is out of the hospital recovering slowly. Unable to draw, he is unable to raise money to pay upcoming medical bills.

Professionals, fans, dealers, and even musicians are banding together to donate items for an auction to help raise money for Gene, including Stan Lee, Harlan Ellison, Walt Simonson, Bill Sienkiewicz, and many others.

http://www.genecolan.blogspot.com/

Phoenix Rising heads south

Former Memphian and MSCA member Bob Kimball and his Nashville based band Phoenix Rising will be playing Tunica, MS this summer.

Mark your calendars now for July 9th and 10th. More details to come…

Speaking of bands, voice actor Jess Harnell (Wakko Warner) and his mash-up band Rock Sugar will be playing the Memphis In May Musicfest this Sunday, May 2nd.

[Out of the Alley!] Free Comic Book Day offer from Hogan’s Alley!‏

Great offer from Hogan’s Alley-

Why so glum, chum? We’re here to deliver a glimmer of cheer! Mark your calendars for this Saturday, May 1: Free Comic Book Day. Send Hogan’s Alley an e- mail (to hoganmag@gmail.com) ON THAT DATE with your mailing address, and we’ll send you a FREE issue of Hogan’s Alley! No obligations, no strings attached; the only thing it will cost you is several hours as you enjoy the issue. (This offer is valid for all U.S. residents, whether you’re a current subscriber or not.) Remember the one condition—we must receive your e- mail request (sent to hoganmag@gmail.com) on Free Comic Book Day (May 1), not the day before or the day after. (Before and after that date, any requests for freebies will receive only scorn and derision.) Feel free to pass this offer along to anyone you know who might enjoy Hogan’s Alley!

What is Free Comic Book Day?

Free Comic Book Day is a single day – the first Saturday in May each year – when participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely FREE* to anyone who comes into their stores. *Check with your local shop for their participation and rules.

MSCA members Lin Workman and Martheus Antone Wade will both be at Cape Comic Con in Cape Girardeau, MO for FCBD, and Dave Beaty will be at Samurai Comics in Phoenix, AZ.

Jetta: Defiance Movie News!

Kevin — Tue, 06 Apr 2010 00:52:05 +0000

MAW PRODUCTIONS is pleased to announce that we have sneak preview production shots from the live action version of Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa – Defiance. Check out Toshigawa.com for the sneak peak.

We are also happy to have Michelle Laurent staring as the lead character, Jetta!

Michelle was born in Langhorn, PA. Growing up in a military family, she had the opportunity to travel the globe and experience other cultures. She studied theatre and European history at Old Dominion University. She also studied Shakespeare in London before graduating.After graduation, Michelle made the move to Los Angeles where she landed roles in independent features such as “Arc Angels,” “Wasteland,” “Purgatory” and most recently “Is It Just Me?” Television credits include “Sexual Consideration” (CBS), “Detective Series” (Discovery Channel), and a recurring role on “The Bold and the Beautiful” (CBS).

We look forward to seeing Michelle in action as our lead ninja! Drop by her facebook page and show some support.

As well, join our Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa – Facebook Fan page and let us know what you think.

Produced by LizardBrain Productions and coming soon!

Check it out!

Jetta: TotT – “Last Chances” soon IN COLOR!

Kevin — Mon, 05 Apr 2010 03:20:39 +0000

We at MAW Productions have always believed that you know that you are doing something right when your work is copied by multiple sources. Well, it seems that our first graphic novel, Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa – Last Chances has been pirated and distributed on the web without our permission.

At first, we were pretty upset. However, we decided to get something out of it while rewarding our readers. So, starting in April, we will be releasing Jetta: Last Chances on the web in one page at a time. This time, in full color.

For long time readers, this will be a treat to see the book you have in your collection in full color. For new readers, this is your opportunity to read our very first comic. This is the perfect chance to get in on the start of an adventurous ninja ride. For the “Pirates” out there, you’ve now got official competition.

So, let the adventure begin.

JETTA: TALES OF THE TOSHIGAWA – LAST CHANCES

The Toshigawa clan has long guarded and ruled Japan from the shadows. Now, one of the clan’s former members has become emperor of Japan and wants to destroy the remaining members of the Toshigawa clan, including his own daughter, Shianndrea! But before she can flee to America, she has to deal with the formidable Desai – and rumors that her sensei is a traitor! Don’t miss this hard to find 80 page first issue of the TOSHIGAWA SAGA.

Written by: Martheus Wade

Inks by: Janet Wade

Illustrations by: Martheus Wade

Colors by: Gareth Melvin

Editor: Kevin Williams

February 2010 Dinner Meeting

Kevin — Tue, 09 Feb 2010 05:11:29 +0000

The February 4th dinner meeting of the world’s greatest cartoonists was fun and we left full of pizza!

Adam Shaw spoke about the graphic novel he painted for HARPE, written by Chad Kinkle. The novel is available at Comics and Collectibles, The Comics Cellar, Davis-Kidd, and Amazon.

There was a great review online.

Martheus Wade announced that “Defiance,” the movie based on Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa, has been cast. (Happy 40th Birthday, Antone!)

Matt Ryan showed off his fabulous nails as he mentioned his title as Sequential Art and plans to bring more folk from Memphis College of Art.

Andrew Chandler continued our history of napkin doodles!

Con Season 2010

Lin — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:30:58 +0000

Here are a few conventions and events members of the MSCA will be attending next year-

Shadowcon XIV

January 8th & 9th, 2010

Holiday Inn Select

2240 Democrat Road

Memphis, TN 38132

http://www.shadowcon.org/

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Midsouthcon

March 12-14, 2010

Whispering Woods Hotel and Convention Center

11200 Goodman Road

Olive Branch, MS 38654

http://www.midsouthcon.org/

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CGS Super Show

March 27 & 28, 2010

Greater Reading Expo Center

Reading, PA

http://www.comicgeekspeak.com/supershow/

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Cape Comic Con (Cape-Con)

April?

Cape Girardeau, MO

http://www.capecomiccon.com./

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Free Comic Book Day

May 1st, 2010

Comic Cellar

3620 Austin Peay HWY Ste 2

Memphis, TN 38128

http://www.comiccellaronline.com/

http://www.freecomicbookday.com/

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Phoenix Comicon (Cactuscon)

May 27-30, 2010

Phoenix Convention Center & Hyatt Regency

Downtown Phoenix, AZ

http://www.phoenixcomicon.com/

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Metropolis Superman Celebration

June 10-13, 2010

Metropolis, IL (off I-24 north of Paducah, KY)

http://www.supermancelebration.net/

I’ll add more as I get the info.

Lin

Harpe Signing

Lin — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 15:07:18 +0000

Here are a few pics from the “Harpe” signing at Comics and Collectibles this past Saturday.

Eric, Chad, Adam, and Penny.

Art print by Adam Shaw

Writer Chad Kinkle

Artist Adam B. Shaw and Chad Kinkle

MSCA members JAson Negen and Adam Shaw

Chad poses with Adam's cover art painting.

MSCA members Jason Negen, Jane Shenks, and Janet Wade

Chad talks to a comics fan about "Harpe".

Anakin Grayson Wade is in the house!

Anakin amd mom Janet

Anakin and dad Antone

MSCA member Ronnie Shenks takes advantage of the 20% off sale.

So does Ronnie's mom Jane Shenks.

Penny Register Shaw and Nicki Howe talk shop.

The MSCA hopes to see you at the next comic signing!

MSCA – Art Show, Signing, Hockey, Sam, Songs‏ and Pod-People

Lin — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 14:55:57 +0000

Looking for something fun to do on Friday night? There will be an art show on Friday, December 11, 2009, at the studio of Adam Shaw featuring some of his art in a show titled “The Heidi Series.” There will also be other artists on display, so be sure you show up! The show is at 2547 Broad Avenue, Memphis, TN 38112.

www.abshaw.com

But, the “Adam” fun times don’t end there! On Saturday, December 12, you can meet and greet with Adam Shaw, the artist of the new graphic novel, HARPE (about the first serial killers in the U.S.), at Comics and Collectibles from 2 – 4 p.m. Comics and Collectibles is located at 4730 Poplar Ave. #2 Memphis TN 38117.

http://www.memphiscomics.com/

But, wait! Your Saturday fun isn’t over just yet–you can also see Kevin Williams performing as Riverthing, the favorite mascot of the Mississippi Riverkings at the Desoto Civic Center. The game begins at 6:30 p.m. on December 12. If you’ve never been to a Riverkings game before, you should. Skate on down to the DCC and watch an awesome game, and if you show up and find Riverthing that night and mention you’re with the MSCA, you’ll get a special photo opportunity!!

www.muleythemule.com
www.riverkings.com/

Watch the MSCA site for frequent updates, like this week’s very fun text version of “Mule on the Street” when Muley the Mule interviewed none other than our own Sam Ray! Ever wanted to know more about an original member of the MSCA? Sam Ray is one of the guys to talk to. If you missed his talk at the December dinner meeting, this is your chance to get caught up.

We’ll be looking for a speaking member in January, so if you are interested in discussing more about who you are and your work, technique, tools and business, send me an e-mail. The next dinner meeting is January 7, 2010, at 7 pm at Garibaldi’s Pizza on Walker Ave., and would be the night you would speak. And you know me: If someone doesn’t volunteer I will have to appoint!

(It’s weird to already be typing 2010!)

Now, to add some Holiday cheer, our good friend Sean Taylor (writer for such comics as Gene Simmons’ “Dominatrix”) has shared an e-mail with us regarding music from his very awesome band:

Happy holidays! Hope you’re having a relaxing and fun season. Maybe this will help. Enjoy two free mp3s from my musical past:

- The first, a Nothing Regal recording from 2006, a Ramones-esque version of “O Come All Ye Faithful”: http://soundclick.com/share?songid=8441196

- The other, a Nothing Regal original, but an alternate recording, “So Long Awaited”: http://soundclick.com/share?songid=8441194 (the CD version has Jeff singing lead, this is the demo version with me taking lead vox).

- And a bonus song, a cover of “Christmas Must Be Tonight”: http://soundclick.com/share?songid=8441195 (this one just streams, no download, sorry)

Take care, and have an enjoyable celebration this season, no matter the name of it (except for you Festivus folks, ya’ll are nuts, heh).

Later,

—-
Sean Taylor
Writer & Editor

Be Safe, Be Happy, Be Well,
Kevin and the Mule

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Hey gang-

The second part of the interview Wonton and I did with Shawn Pryor and Jon Carroll for The Black Box podcast is now available. We talk more about digital comics, distribution, web comics, Jetta, Bushi Tales, my B/W art show and Comic Whore site.

http://thepkdblackbox.podbean.com/

Type at ya later,

Lin

“Kim’s Story” Page 8 Finale!

Kevin — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 15:27:12 +0000

Created by Martheus Wade, Story by Janet Wade, Art by Sean Izaakse, Colors by Kevin Williams.

Kim’s Story Page 2 Online

Kevin — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:06 +0000

“Kim’s Story,” a webcomic based on the pages of the graphic novel “Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa – Defiance” is now online at www.toshigawa.com. The story is by Janet Wade, art by Sean Isaaks, and colors by Kevin L. Williams. Be sure to visit the site and see page two! (Page one should appear first, then scroll down).

Broad Avenue Art Walk- Big Success!

Lin — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 20:34:43 +0000

And a lot of fun!

Here are some pics from October 2nd’s Broad Ave. Art Walk-

Setting up the space.

Entrance to Adam’s studio.

My wall of toon paintings.

One of Adam Shaw’s paintings.

Kevin loves Cookie!

Greg Cravens’ with a couple of his paintings.

A couple more of Greg’s paintings.

Some of Marco’s photos.

Some comic book illustrations by Martheus Antone Wade.

Some Jetta work by Antone and Janet Wade.

Jetta and Bushi Tales banners flank Lana’s Vampy painting.

Penny and Adam work the MSCA merch table.

It was 6pm and people started to show up and check out the show.

It got dark quick outside but more folks continued to fill the space.

Antone and Anakin Wade stop to talk to comic artist Dean Zachary.

Lana works on the MSCA jam piece.

So does Greg.

Dean checks out some of Antone’s comic pages.

Adam talks with some comics fans about his painted Bloodstream comic pages.

Michael and Lana “Vamp” it up.

Marco, Anakin, and Janet take a break from it all.

Penny talks comics with some guests.

Now this is a crowd!

Our hosts- Penny and Adam Shaw.

Freddy Kruger and MSCA president Kevin L. Williams.

Me and Nicki.

Greg and Paula Cravens.

Paula had a show of her own down the street at West Memorials.

She had her photos on display alongside many of West Memorials custom monuments.

All the galleries and studios were jumpin’!

There were demonstrations like this one at Metalworks.

Next show at Adam’s studio will be mine on Oct 23rd.

Scare ya there!
Lin