As a long–time sufferer of bipolar disorder, comic book artist Elaine Will never really fit in. "Not even amongst other artists," she says. Will hated being called crazy. Even worse, she hated how people romanticized the idea of the "crazy artist," who turns out masterpieces in a manic state. "The notion of the 'crazy artist' producing their most brilliant work in the depths of madness is more or less false," she says. "It was only during periods of recovery that they were able to create work." Ironically, in order to set the record straight, Will turned to art. Her new book, Look Straight Ahead, features Jeremy Knowles, a teenage boy who suffers a severe mental breakdown. The 17–year–old protagonist–outcast eventually saves himself through the power of art. But while Jeremy's hypomania is accompanied by enhanced creativity, Will makes clear that "the real art comes from editing through the raw, often chaotic ideas dreamed up while manic."Read Full Story Continue reading at 'Fast Company'
[ Fast Company | 2013-10-22 00:00:00 UTC ]
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There will never be ’nuff said about this legendary creator. The man born Stanley Lieber published his first comic book under the pseudonym Stan Lee in 1941–Captain America Comics #3–and he never looked back. He went on to create some of the most memorable, beloved, pivotal characters in all of... Continue reading at Fast Company
[ Fast Company | 2018-11-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Lee created or co-created a stable of superhero characters that drove the comics industry for decades and continues to drive Hollywood profits today. To celebrate the life and work of Stan Lee, the Marvel Comics pioneer who passed away at the age of 95 today, we rounded up some classic covers... Continue reading at Fast Company
[ Fast Company | 2018-11-12 00:00:00 UTC ]
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While brands have experimented with augmented reality on surfaces ranging from murals to milk cartons, a Finnish pop star is using the technology to layer herself into a comic book. To promote her sold-out show next month, Sanni, one of Finland's favorite artists, and her label Warner Music... Continue reading at AdWeek
[ AdWeek | 2018-09-21 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Artist Mike Medaglia is launching Liminal 11, a publishing company for comics and illustrated titles. Continue reading at The Bookseller
[ The Bookseller | 2018-08-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Netflix already has a second comic book lined up mere weeks after its first one hit stores. The service has unveiled Prodigy, a Mark Millar-penned comic book due in both digital and paper forms on December 5th. The series revolves around Edison Cra... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2018-08-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
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These comic book readers make it easy to catch up on beloved series, no matter what type of fan you are. Continue reading at PC World
[ PC World | 2018-08-13 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Dream-like paintings and illuminated holy books. Plus, the art of paper jewelry and L.A.’s Salvadoran artistic circles. Here are eight exhibition and events to check out in the coming week: Judithe Hernández, “A Dream Is the Shadow of Something Real,” at the Museum of Latin American Art.... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
[ Los Angeles Times | 2018-08-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Founded by Manuel Godoy and his wife, Geiszel Godoy, this startup publisher focused on releasing comics, chapter books, and picture books aimed at black parents and their children. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2018-08-03 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Comic-Con featured the usual mobs of fans searching for movie and TV stars but the show also reflects ongoing change in the fan community, and publishers are presenting a broader selection of titles aimed at women, people of color, and the LGBTQ community. Continue reading at Publishers Weekly
[ Publishers Weekly | 2018-07-25 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Inside the DC Universe Experience at Comic-Con International in San Diego. DC Entertainment used the interactive experience to promote its upcoming streaming service. Continue reading at The New York Times
[ The New York Times | 2018-07-23 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Shuri, a scientist, ascends to the throne of Wakanda in a coming Marvel comic book series. Continue reading at The New York Times
[ The New York Times | 2018-07-18 00:00:00 UTC ]
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George Gene Gustines, an editor in graphics and video at The New York Times, has been writing about comics for nearly two decades. Continue reading at The New York Times
[ The New York Times | 2018-06-14 00:00:00 UTC ]
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If you still can't wrap your head around the fact that Netflix is publishing a comic book, maybe this trailer can help. The streaming giant has released an animated trailer for The Magic Order by Mark Millar's comic book empire, which Netflix snapped... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2018-05-31 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Try to imagine a time in the not-so-distant future when fans of the Golden State Warriors can take a sip of a Hampton 5 sports beverage, place their Hampton 5 phone charger, Hampton 5 inflation needle and Hampton 5 comic book into their Hampton 5 backpack before slipping a Hampton 5 hoodie over... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
[ Los Angeles Times | 2018-05-19 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The Spider-man co-creator files lawsuit over improper sale of his company and digital impersonation. Continue reading at BBC News
[ BBC News | 2018-05-16 00:00:00 UTC ]
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The protagonists of Japanese comic books come in various forms. There are warriors and ghost hunters, surgeons and teachers, detectives and chefs. And, of course, athletes. The authors of sports-themed stories have taken the liberties of bestowing their characters with supernatural abilities,... Continue reading at Los Angeles Times
[ Los Angeles Times | 2018-04-01 00:00:00 UTC ]
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You've heard of Wonder Woman and Black Panther, but what about Queen Amina and Ireti Moremi? Continue reading at BBC World
[ BBC World | 2018-03-15 00:00:00 UTC ]
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An oversized action hero is on the hunt for a new home after being deemed too large for his current living quarters. Continue reading at Stuff
[ Stuff | 2018-01-29 00:00:00 UTC ]
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Netflix recently announced its first-ever acquisition: Millarworld. The company was built by successful comics creator Mark Millar, known for works that easily translate to cinema. The movies Wanted, Kick-Ass and Kingsman are all based on his graphic... Continue reading at Engadget
[ Engadget | 2017-11-11 00:00:00 UTC ]
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This is a transcript of the Oct. 22 edition of Working. These transcripts are lightly edited and may contain errors. For the definitive record, consult the podcast. Continue reading at Slate
[ Slate | 2017-11-09 00:00:00 UTC ]
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