The Aftermath of Raising Money

As you can see on my side bar there I have successfully funded my book! Now I have to get the most for my money. I have already pre-sold 50 copies and so I have to make sure I cover that and can get them out at the most effective price. I know my model is a bit backward. I'm supposed to build myself up online before I ever attempt a physical book, but I can't help wanting it in my hands!

I want to feel my accomplishment and be able to physically hand it to someone when they ask about it. Trust me if I wasn't unemployed I would be revving up my marketing engine to go full blast with this thing. The sad truth is that my star has not reached the epic level needed to live off my art. Shocking I know. So I must husband my resources carefully so I can reach the people that really matter.


I'm working on a new cover, and I have a sticker design in place, if I can get the scanner working I will have a sneak peek for you. I am also working on all of the commissions for the Kickstarter campaign! They gave me a bunch of fun requests for their art.

More later!

The Hottest Show on the West Coast

So tonight is the gallery opening at Qusqo. Hopefully we will not be blown away by the wind. It's in West LA and we will be setting up shop at 5:30pm but the real party starts at 7:30pm where there will be wine tastings. We will be promoting Ties and having a donation drive for Japan.

Here is the address:

Qusqo

11633 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90025
(Near the 405 Fwy,   Between Federal and Barrington Avenue)

T:  310-312-3800       F:  310-312-3807

Hope to see you there!

Dateline: Lettering

I feel lettering is one of the most important parts of a book, which is why I don't do it myself. HA! My letterer Terry Blas is hard at work making my book look beautiful. It's the last and most important stage of the process. Paraphrasing a film quote I heard today, You will make three graphic novels before you're done: there is the book you write, the book you draw and the book you letter.

I know Terry is doing an awesome job. I will post more images when my computer is back up and running.

Ties Prepares for Peru

With the upcoming art gallery show at the restaurant Qusqo I am preparing another image in a similar style to my book. The Catwoman print was the first one:

 Phoenix will be the next one. The prints will be available to buy over at the Latchkey Studios Store. I think they came out rather well. If you have any suggestions for more characters in this style let me know.

As always if you want to help support the cause go over to Kickstarter and get things started!

Update: Japan

With everything happening in Japan and my canceled trip to Dubai I was a bit dispirited about ever reaching my Kickstarter goal. I know that sounds completely selfish. We should of course help out people who are facing a much larger crisis than getting a book published.

I shouldn't despair yet. I still have lots of time and I am just glad that our group members over at Latchkey Studios are okay. They are irreplaceable.

Malcolm is keeping up with what's happening. He's in Tokyo and reporting on his site : Dog Eaters.

Give Me a Kick On Kickstarter

As you can see by the widget next door I have started a Kickstarter campaign to help fund the printing of Ira's story. You get to watch a hilarious message from me pleading for your help.

The great part about Kickstarter is you get great rewards for donating!  So check it out today and help Ira's dream come true.


You can also now friend Ira on Facebook and get all his witticisms for free.

Rock out Seattle. I hope it will be another great day tomorrow at the emerald city con.

A Sweeter Flavor of Sample Pages

I wanted to share some sample pages with you. With the book almost done I wanted to get you a taste of what the final pages look like. Very Exciting!