The Steel City Bridge

Working on the backgrounds. I am trying to get the scenery on point for this issue. I took Freddie Williams, II's digital comics tips to better design backgrounds. I would like to get your feed back. 

Back on tha Grind!

Ah it feels so good to sit at the art studio desk, listen to smooth jazz and just draw! I have been trying to get do this for over 2 months. For those of you who don't know, putting together a comic book takes a lot of work. Going from script, to breakdowns, to layouts to drawing is just very involved. I have developed a pretty good process but I never seem to have the time to put it in play. I thankful though that God has blessed me with the creativity to do this type of work. As some of you family, friends, and fans know it has been my life long dream to work for Marvel Comics. So I am putting a lot of effort into these next issues, as the pages will be subjects for my portfolio for them to review. I really want to do a good version of Misty Knight, Power Man and Iron Fist. But as for SOAH the story is developing well, I am have plotted out most of the entire web graphic novel. It will prove to be a story that is fun, interesting, action packed and will keep you on the edge of your seat wanting more... 

Soul of a Hero Action Figures!

Yup, it's true... you are not dreaming. These are the prototypes for The Soul of a Hero action figures. The first run is HellYeah! and BombShell from issue #1. I designed the packaging to have the logo die contour cut at the top and rounded corners at the bottom. (yeah I know HellYeah! is not wearing the biker outfit in episode #1, why? read the editor's notes on that page for episode #1. Be the first to comment on it and I will send you a FREE pair of The Soul of a Hero Underoos!

Daughter of the Dragon, Hero for Hire!

Here are the blue lines for the commission cover sketch for my mother. This one took a while to get to and I am thankful that she is patient with me. She said to make her a hero when she was younger. Hands down I had to use Misty Knight. Back in the day as a SteelCity Kid, when reading marvel universe, I thought that character sketch of Misty Knight reminded me of my mom back in the day. There was even a photo of her my dad took back in the early 1970s when she was holding his Smith and Wesson 357. You can support The Soul of a Hero Episode #2 by purchasing a commission sketch, this go around we will be drawing you as any comic book hero you want, AND a printed on high resolution poster AND a YOU as a SUPERHERO on a T SHIRT! HOW COOL IS THAT!

Inking Finished!

Finished inks of the VIRTUOUS LIFE. Finished the digital inks for Mel Todd's upcoming book. This is a children's devotional comic book about the Biblical concepts of money. I have inked Mel's art before. Is always a good experience in working with another artist's lines because I learn so much. Mel has a great feel for anatomy and a unique look and feel to his art. I am glad to be a part of his project. Stay tuned to see some of his artwork in a cameo appearance in The Soul of a Hero Episode 2 : Hard Knox!

Whats up Doc?

This is a t shirt for some of my favorite guys, the SWAT Medics. These guys are awesome. Not only can they shoot and do all the GI Joe stuff that SWAT Operators do, they have to render EMT/Paramedic first aid while doing it.

Need a cool t shirt for your tactical team? hit me up!

Running from the Po Po!

logo design for this years jail break challenge. This is going to be a fun event, raising money for a great cause... the GCSO youth program (Explorer Post #699). I miss being an adviser to these young guys! But I am doing my part by attempting to spearhead dynamic visual marketing campaign. Stay tuned for more fun stuff!

get ready for issue #2

a little sample of things to come

This layout is an alternate cover. I always wanted to do a 1970s Kung Fu movie poster, and what better way than for a cover of The Soul of a Hero!

A little Valentine's Day Tongue and Cheek!

Yup! Just when you thought the good (well really bad) Detective could sink no lower. I found this vintage print of FunBunny Magazine. The magazine was actually in perfect condition. This is actually part of a fun project done in collaboration with Stef, the creator of the SarahZero web comic. Stef's work in web comics is ground breaking in that she follows NO RULES! Its awesome, her art and design is liberating and its great to see a comic creator that is able to come up with such creative work! Check it out at http://sarahzero.com/index.html

Blue Lines and Colors for New pages of Raegan & RJ in Space: Satellite Rescue

I am at it again, working on finishing up illustrating another book of Raegan and RJ in Space. This issue is called Satellite Rescue, and covers R&RJ's first mission in space. In this issue you will be able to see my talents as a colorist. I will be coloring most of the sequential pages in Manga Studio with some special effects done in Photoshop. The client wants this book completed by mid February. Its going to take some pushing but I think that I can get it done in time. Be sure to pick up your copy when its done, it will be well worth it.

Taking a Hot Bath with the Koi Dragon!

We are gearing up to produce The Soul of a Hero, Epidsode #2: HARD KNOX! In this issue we will get to see more of the SOAH and FALLEN JUSTICE universe.  This post I am giving you a sneak peak at The Koi Dragon's lair... the Lucky Lady Lounge. Yup here is your all access pass to the infamous bath house of the lady of fire.  I did the whole room in sketch up. I want to get some crazy camera angles for these scenes. I want to put the reader in the mindset that they are a wisp of steam watching the whole scene play out. By putting in the time and effort to make a 3D model of the entire room, I will be able to achieve that effect. Want more SOAH insider info? Then its as easy as liking us on facebook!

Power Hour Challege

Challenge Accepted. Complete a comission sketch in under 1 hr. I was motivated by Ali's Power Hour. I listened to her 1 hr CD and completed this promo drawing just as the last song was playing. Ali had a cool KickStarter so much so that it motivated me to start my own kickstarter. She had great perks and super cool videos. Plus she is from Pittsburgh too. Rock on Ali! for more power hour check out the link.   http://www.alispagnola.com/powerhour/ . Oh and I am still doing commissioned sketches, and no they wont be done in an hour! 

Soul of a Hero Web Comic Closer to LAUNCH!

I am working on final layout for the web comic. Sorry about the delays. It has been a learning experience, thanks you for your help, support, prayers and being a fan! This is gonna be GREAT! BTW thanks again to all those who supported the IndieGoGo campaign. I am waiting for the printed comics to come back from KaBlam! then I will be sending out ALL of the SOAH perks!