tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-222132732024-03-14T01:42:14.834-04:00HappyGlyphs ComicsAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15142977785391302797noreply@blogger.comBlogger202125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22213273.post-236656011706121112017-05-03T12:20:00.002-04:002017-05-03T12:20:52.883-04:00Fantastic Freelance Illustration Job!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm lucky enough that my freelance career has kept me busy, while allowing me to grow as an artist. Unfortunately, busy means no time to update my website, this blog, or look for my next project. ( I do post cool stuff on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/happyglyphs/" target="_blank">instagram</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/happyglyphs" target="_blank">twitter</a>, and my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HappyGlyphs/" target="_blank">facebook page</a>) I'm a good guy to follow on any platform because I usually only post stuff that I find interesting, and don't just post to fill in space. <br />
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So this year marks the 100th anniversary of the company that I freelance for, and, after a few years of me insisting that I need to be in on the anniversary book, they finally agreed, and so began a long, sometimes frustrating, always interesting learning experience. Besides some spot illustrations and the occasional reprint of my early work, I got to work with top management and an outside publisher to create spreads for each of the book's chapters... a large illustration to represent a decade of the company's history. As a history buff, and an artist, I loved this project, which involved a ton of research, and ended up with concept art style illustrations that I'm really proud of.<br />
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<br />One of the biggest challenges of the job was working with, in spirit, six art directors, each with their own visions for the project, but each wanting the very best we can do. Some of the art was designed by committee, and some were personal visions of myself or one of the others, and it is a true testament to the group's professionalism that we supported the individual's passion, and worked together to fulfill the idea. A good example is my client described the scene for the PQ Arctic Convoy of WWII seen below, which was a pleasure to bring together. Another would be the Lloyd's of London building (at top) which was my own vision. I scraped together a mock-up of the idea using a mix of stock photos and quick illustration, and I was honestly not sure that anyone would see it as I did until I got the (hurray!) go ahead to work it up. My heart was in my throat until then because I soooooo wanted to draw that!<br />
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It was a long project with constantly tight deadlines, but in the end I'm proud of the work, and most importantly, the book looks fabulous. Everyone did their part, and did it well, and no one can ask for more than that.<br />
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The entire set of work can be seen at <a href="https://my.carbonmade.com/portfolio/projects/6006315" target="_blank">my Carbonmade portfolio</a>.<br />
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<b><i><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 11.0pt;">The Inquiring
Minds in ‘Lights! Camera… Aliens</span></i></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 11.0pt;">!’ </span></b><br />
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Comics announces the second issue of The Inquiring Minds, which<span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> is</span> a full color all-ages comic book with
a bonus story and activity page. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 11.0pt;">Bobby,
Albert, and Iris are The Inquiring Minds, three kids who seek fun and adventure
by exploring all things strange and unusual in their hometown of Three Craters
Lake.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>When strange lights are reported
near Anderson Ridge, Albert is convinced that it is aliens from outer
space.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Bobby and Iris are convinced that
they'll never get their homework done unless The Inquiring Minds investigate!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 11.0pt;">Will
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<span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif;">“This
second book follows up on the popularity of the first,” says creator John
Steventon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>“’<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake’</b> was the full
length story that fans had been asking for.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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own back yard. This second story goes back to their origins, and has them going
out and seeking adventure.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Both stories
are leading up to an even bigger story that ups the risks, as well as the
rewards.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>‘Lights, Camera… Aliens!’ is a
lighter, fun story that is really the calm before the storm.”</span><br />
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by HappyGlyphs Comics, The Inquiring Minds are all-ages adventures, featuring a
diverse cast and intelligent humor. The Inquiring Minds began as a kid friendly
web-comic, which spawned a comic strip collection entitled The Inquiring Minds:
Funny Pages #1 and two eBooks available for the Kindle App.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Individual cartoons have been featured in a
book about the great Underground Railroad, as well as an 8<sup>th</sup> Grade
Literature textbook.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><br />
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like Amazon.com and Lulu.com, comiXology, </span></i><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">and</span><span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 11.0pt;"> at various comic
conventions such as Comic Con International in San Diego.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial",sans-serif; font-size: 11.0pt;">Art
for this comic is available upon request. </span><br />
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original comic strips, comic books, and graphic novels, and is the official
home of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Inquiring Minds</i> and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Knight and Day</i> comic strips. We also
offer freelance illustration and other art and comic related services.</span><br />
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HappyGlyphs.com</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15142977785391302797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22213273.post-69066891706268769652015-01-28T14:23:00.002-05:002015-01-28T14:23:54.376-05:00National Cartoonists Society<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I've been quite busy since joining the National Cartoonists Society! This is something I wanted for quite some time, and I am proud indeed to have earned my membership. Not only have I gone to my first Reuben Awards (in San Diego, yet!), but I've had the privilege of meeting some very talented people, and working on some interesting projects.<br />
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One thing I will say is that being a member, and being surrounded by so much talent, really humbles a person, and, hopefully, encourages them to better work. In my case, I've upped my game considerably, wanting to show the world that I belong in this prestigious group.<br />
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Besides being with the NCS, I belong to a local chapter, and I'm also lucky to be near the Billy Ireland Cartoon Museum and Library, so events and meet ups happen regularly enough. It's great to get out of the studio and meet with, and learn from, other cartoonists.<br />
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Sadly, one of the first things we've had to deal with this year was the tragedy in France. Whether you agree with the cartoons or not, free speech is a right, and should not be taken away through violence. Many of the NCS paid tribute to our fallen comrades, and <a href="http://www.reuben.org/2015/01/ncs-charlie-hebdo-gallery/">you can see those tributes at this page here</a>.<br />
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On a lighter note, the Great Lakes Chapter of the NCS has created a wonderful cookbook featuring artwork, cartoons, and recipes by some really talented people (artwise... I haven't tried many recipes yet, so won't judge their cooking). You can <a href="http://www.greydenpress.com/Store/index.php?route=product/product&filter_name=toon&filter_category_id=70&product_id=201">find the full color book at this link</a>, or possibly through some members of the NCS. (I currently do not have any extra, but let me know if you're interested.)<br />My contribution consists of a related series of previously unpublished Knight and Day comic strips and art.<br />
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Well, I am hoping to make the Reuben Awards this year, but not sure. I WILL be attending Comic-con International in San Diego, and am planning to spend some time at the NCS booth there.<br />Stay tooned for more on that and other stuff.<br />
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JOHN :0)<br />On my iPod... Lorde, of course.<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><br />
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CONTACT: John Steventon, Owner <br />
John@HappyGlyphs.com<br />
May 8, 2014</span></div>
<b><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The
Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake</span></i></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> is now on
comiXology!</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">HappyGlyphs Comics
announces that The Inquiring Minds: The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters
Lake, is now available in digital form at comiXology.com. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>This is a 32 page, full color all-ages comic
book adventure. </span><br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The Inquiring Minds
are three kids (Albert, Bobby, and sometimes Iris) who can usually be found
exploring all things strange and unusual in their hometown of Three Craters Lake.
This summer, however, they’re going to find plenty of adventure in their own
backyard, as Albert, ever seeking fame and fortune, declares that The Inquiring
Minds are going to build their own theme park!</span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>Sounds crazy, but as Iris herself
says, “Bobby and Albert just don’t know enough to let anything stop them!”</span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"> </span>When the town’s Mayor decides to
check things out, their success, or possible failure, comes down to one ride...
The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake!</span></i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">“With
comiXology,” says creator John Steventon, “fans can read the comic book on any
digital platform that has the comiXology app, and pick up where they left off
on one device to another.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>It’s simple, easy
to use, and you can zoom in on the artwork and pick up on details you may have
missed in the print book.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Produced
by HappyGlyphs Comics, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake</span></b>
is a One Shot Summer Special designed to introduce the series to an expanded
audience.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Those familiar with the
Inquiring Minds will be thrilled to see them in their first full length story,
while new fans will really get to see these characters in action. The Inquiring
Minds have appeared in their own series of all ages, kid friendly web-comics,
which spawned a comic strip collection entitled The Inquiring Minds: Funny
Pages #1 and two eBooks available for the Kindle App.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Individual cartoons have been featured in a
book about the great Underground Railroad, as well as an 8<sup>th</sup> Grade
Literature textbook.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Fans
can learn more about The Inquiring Minds and other great <i>HappyGlyphs Comics
at </i></span><a href="http://www.happyglyphs.com/"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">http://www.HappyGlyphs.com</span></a><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">, online bookstores
like Amazon.com and Lulu.com, </span></i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">and</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> at various comic
conventions such as Comic Con International in San Diego</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Art for this
comic is available upon request. <br /></span><br />
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">HappyGlyphs Comics</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> offers fun &
original comic strips, comic books, and graphic novels, and is the official
home of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Inquiring Minds</i> and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Knight and Day</i> comic strips. We also
offer freelance illustration and other art and comic related services.</span><br />
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<a href="http://cmxl.gy/Qdqygq" title="http://cmxl.gy/Qdqygq">The Inquiring Minds #1,<br /> The Ghost PIrate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake!</a></span></h2>
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: none; color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span style="color: black;">Now digital on Comixology.com. Help support HappyGlyphs Comics, and assure more kid friendly books like this by buying the book here or at our shop. With Comixology, you get closer to the art than ever, with incredible zooming, and(!), get this; you buy it once but can read it anywhere, from your PC, phone, or tablet. How cool is that?<br /><br />Here's the official information, with links, followed by a closer look at the advantages of reading quality books like this in a digital format.</span></span></h2>
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<a href="http://www.comixology.com/John-W-Steventon/comics-creator/18713" title="http://www.comixology.com/John-W-Steventon/comics-creator/18713">HappyGlyphs Comics</a><br /><b>Cover by:</b> <a href="http://www.comixology.com/John-W-Steventon/comics-creator/18713" title="http://www.comixology.com/John-W-Steventon/comics-creator/18713">John W
Steventon</a><br /><b>Written by:</b> <a href="http://www.comixology.com/John-W-Steventon/comics-creator/18713" title="http://www.comixology.com/John-W-Steventon/comics-creator/18713">John W
Steventon</a><br /><b>Art by:</b> <a href="http://www.comixology.com/John-W-Steventon/comics-creator/18713" title="http://www.comixology.com/John-W-Steventon/comics-creator/18713">John W
Steventon</a><br /><b>Colored by:</b> <a href="http://www.comixology.com/John-W-Steventon/comics-creator/18713" title="http://www.comixology.com/John-W-Steventon/comics-creator/18713">John W
Steventon</a><br /><b>Price:</b> $3.99</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Bobby,
Albert, and sometimes Iris are The Inquiring Minds, three kids who seek
fun and adventure by exploring all things strange and unusual in their
hometown of Three Craters Lake.<br /><br />This summer, though, they're
going to find plenty of adventure in their own backyard, as Albert, ever
seeking fame and fortune, declares that The Inquiring Minds are going
to build their own theme park!<br /><br />Sounds crazy, but as Iris herself says, "Bobby and Albert just don't know enough to let anything stop them!"<br /><br />Their success, or possible failure, comes down to one ride... The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake! </span></span><span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: none; color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /><a href="http://cmxl.gy/Qdqygq" target="_blank" title="http://cmxl.gy/Qdqygq">Buy now on comiXology!</a></span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: none; color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"> So what are some of the advantages? Well, like a paper comic, you can view whole pages, entire spreads, or one panel at a time. With Digital, though, you can zoom in on the action and art, and see details you might not have noticed in the paper comic. Not that paper isn't great, but like a paper comic, you take the digital version with you, and catch up on your reading anywhere. I started reading the comic on my phone, and when I picked up my tablet, it asked if I wanted to pick up where I left off on my phone. Pretty cool!</span><br />
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<span style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: none; color: black; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">So please check it out. We'll still have paper books, of course, and we do have digital books on Kindle, but this looks worth looking into. And if we do well on comixology, there'll be more books on comixology, and more new books for you to read!</span><br />
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I had a truly great weekend recently, which made me really happy to be a cartoonist. Not only did the new exhibit at the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library and Museum open, but I attended the 20th Anniversary celebration for the Great Lakes Chapter of the National Cartoonists Society!<br />
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It's always inspirational and just plain fun to be in a room of cartoonists, and this was no exception. We chatted for a bit, had dinner, and then a chapter meeting discussing a fun new group project (more on that when it comes together). There was a look back at 20 years (actually 25, considering the group unofficially met for 5 years!) and a really cool raffle with great prizes. I was quite pleased to win a gift bag from last year's Reuben Awards, full of all kinds of goodies.<br />
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A big thank you to Polly Keener and Earl Musick for throwing such a great party! And thanks to old friends and new for making it even better. :0)<br />
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Next up, pics from the Bill Watterson and Richard Thompson gallery exhibit!<br />
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JOHN :0)<br />
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As far as cartooning goes, I'm proud to be the creator of two comic strips, <i>Knight and Day</i>, and <i>The Inquiring Minds</i>. Some time ago, it just seemed to make sense to merge those worlds into one, and so Iris became the daughter of Steven and Amy Knight, and all kinds of possibilities and crossovers occurred. I'm really glad, because eventually my short story, <i>Iris</i>, came about.<br />
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Iris was created for the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/SPACE-Anthology-2012-Bob-Corby/dp/1475099827/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1386881187&sr=8-1&keywords=space+anthology+2012" target="_blank">SPACE Anthology 2012</a>, and is a special story for me. Now I am proud to announce that this story is now a finalist for the SPACE prize 2014!<br />
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For a limited time, I'm making the story available to read free, <a href="http://happyglyphs.com/iris.html" target="_blank">at this link</a>. Consider it an early Christmas present, and one I'm happy to share.<br />
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Cheers, JOHN :0)<br />
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PS I also have an Inquiring Minds short story in <a href="http://www.amazon.com/SPACE-Anthology-2013-Bob-Corby/dp/1483927539/ref=sr_1_6?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1386881325&sr=1-6" target="_blank">SPACE anthology 2013</a>, and hopefully will have another story in the 2014 book. And just maybe some in other places, so stay tooned!<div class="blogger-post-footer">John Steventon and HappyGlyphs Comics
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I've been running my own online shop for some time now, which has been great thanks to the PayPal shopping cart. However, as my inventory has grown, the shop has grown, and that means adding or updating multiple pages of HTML. I haven't had any problems, thank goodness, but I do wonder if new customers have any trust issues, or security concerns, and updating when inventory is low sometimes takes a while.... well, there's a list of minor concerns. So... I am considering moving to a new shop.<br />
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After searching, and researching, I came across <a href="http://happyglyphs.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">Storenvy</a>. It has a similar PayPal shopping cart, and similar type of layout (although I can't change the header for every page, can I?) and several features which I think can save me lots of time in the future. For one, it updates pretty quickly, and for another I get pages nearly instantaneously, without me having to do the HTML thing, and testing them in different browsers.<br />
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There is also a way to add coupons, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/HappyGlyphs" target="_blank">link from my facebook page</a>, and it actually keeps track of inventory for me! Plus, even though it's still <a href="http://happyglyphs.storenvy.com/" target="_blank">my shop, Storenvy</a> is like an overseer, to give you that extra sense of security. I maintain a professional reputation, but here that will hopefully be more visible.<br />
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I'm slowly moving all of my current products into the new shop, and best of all, I'm adding new stuff, especially original art, since it's easier for me to add new products. I'm adding my best original art, and have already sold one piece, so don't hesitate if you see something you like. Original art is one of a kind, so once it's gone, it's gone. And look for other fun items I'll be adding now that I have the ability. :0)<br />
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So, new shop, and so far it's working well. Is it perfect? No, but it is comfortable, so far. And it's t0o early to tell if the social marketing aspect of the shop works, or if the marketplace fees will affect prices in any way. As always, it helps me if you check it out, click 'envy' on products you like, and of course, buy stuff. To help you get started, here's a coupon I'm currently running. (if this is an old post, I can't guarantee the coupon will still be active)<br />
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<span class="userContent">Use the code "SHEEP" to get 10% off on all items!</span><br />
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And here's the link to the new shop! <br />
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<a href="http://happyglyphs.storenvy.com/">http://happyglyphs.storenvy.com/</a><br />
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Any questions, concerns, comments? Please let me know.<br />
Cheers, JOHN :0)<br />
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On my iPod? Fish, A Feast of Consequences<div class="blogger-post-footer">John Steventon and HappyGlyphs Comics
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">All set up, with banners, table runner, art portfolio, book stands... </span></div>
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So you're a cartoonist, comic artist, or something similar, and you want to get your name out there. In my last post I briefly mentioned some of the reasons why you might want to attend a local comic con as an exhibitor. One last thing you'll need to check, though, is do you want a booth or a table? Smaller shows may not give you a choice, which is fine, since their entry fees will be free or low. Bigger shows will have prices ranging from Artist Alley tables to large exhibitor booths, and sometimes set-ups in between. Check the rules to see what you can sell at each.<br />
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Artist Alley is usually the best place for beginners, if they don't have rules about what you can sell. If you can only sell artwork, then make sure that's all you have. If you're trying to sell your first comic book or graphic novel, you can do that at some shows. Every comic con has packets you can download online, and usually a number to call to ask questions. Do your homework, be comfortable in your choice, and then send in your check. Then get ready for showtime!<br />
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Your first show may just be you, a sketchbook, and some comics or art prints on a table. Later, you may have a banner or two behind you, book stands to prop your books up, and maybe some other merchandise... anything to get people to your table. Do you need all that stuff? Sometimes. You need to remember that you are competing with the entire comic con. You need to convince people that you might be just as interesting as Stan Lee, or the Batmobile, or the guy selling Doctor Who t-shirts nearby.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">One year at SPACE, a kid just sat down and read one of my comics!<br />While I don't encourage blocking the aisles, it was nice to see my work appreciated. :0)</span></div>
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Do you need gimmicks, and t-shirts, and booth babes? That's up to you. I try to avoid gimmicks, and anything not directly related to my business. However, and this is the truth, it can be very difficult to sell at conventions, and there are times when it WILL get frustrating. Half of the crowd is going to be in a hurry to get somewhere else, and will rush past your table. They may come back later, but at the moment you're thinking about the cost of the table, and how many sales you've made. There will also be times when there will not be a single soul walking around, because of an interesting panel or a costume contest.<br />
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And there will always be a guy next to you, or across from you, who is selling all of the time, leaving you to wonder how and why.<br />
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There are a few things you can do to call attention to yourself, so don't panic. Number one, is to never let it get to you. Stand there, smile at people, and engage people who stop by. The biggest mistake anyone can make in trying to sell stuff is to sit there looking sad or angry, crossing your arms, or drawing in your sketch pad or worse, being on the phone, when people are walking by. Nobody is going to want to engage you in conversation if you do not look friendly. Now, if you're not a friendly person, then you probably shouldn't be trying to sell stuff. Each person who comes to your table is a potential customer, sure, but they could end up being a friend, a fan, or both. Yes, sales are great, but knowing your audience, talking with them, seeing their likes and dislikes... it's all very interesting, and all very important.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">At Baltimore Comic-con, I was asked to draw on a shoe! </span></div>
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Other things are your display. Make sure your table is neat, and your stuff looks professional. Stand your books up in book stands so people can see them, and maybe get a banner (if you plan to do a lot of shows) that shows what you are about. And have something nice that people can take away with them, to remember you by. It can be a business card, a photocopied pamphlet, a postcard... just make sure it looks nice. Give people something that you would like, something that they will want to keep, something that won't end up in a garbage can. If you have a web-comic, or an online portfolio, then point people to that. They may be rushed at the convention, but they just might look you up at home.<br />
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Honestly, that's a big thing of what selling at a comic con is all about; meeting people. Friends, fans, fellow artists... it's all good, and just may leave you feeling better about what you're doing.<br />
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And if things do not go well? Then you've learned another lesson, and should either change what you are doing completely, or find a way to do it better. Just don't fool yourself. Not everybody sells a lot of stuff at conventions, and that's okay if they've made new friends, learned a few things, and most importantly, had fun. It's not for everyone, though, and that's okay. You do need to be a salesperson to do this stuff, especially if you're working alone.<br />
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And that's another good point. If you do know someone else like you, then maybe you can share a table for your first show? You cut down the costs, have someone to watch your stuff when you run to the bathroom, and two people can engage the crowd better than one, and can help each other out.<br />
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There's a lot more I can say on the subject, so as always, feel free to ask questions. :0)<br />
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So you're sitting in your studio, probably working alone, as always, and hoping to strike it big one day. You have some art to sell, or maybe even a comic book or, very ambitiously, a graphic novel, and you have a web site and you're wondering where the sales are. You keep reading about people doing great at comic cons, and you're wondering "Maybe I should try selling my books at a comic con?"<br />
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First of all, it is very hard to sell anything without a ton of marketing and promotion, which adds up to a lot of money, all of which could be wasted. You need to ask yourself first, is this a business or a hobby? If you see yourself as a business, then you need to be spending some advertising dollars. The first mistake many self styled business folk make is not putting money into a business.<br />
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Second, be honest and ask yourself... is your stuff good enough? Yes, you can sell stuff that is badly drawn if it's interesting enough, or sell good art with bad writing, but you'll do a lot better if you have a professional product that looks like it belongs out there. If you have a comic book, it should look right at home in a comic book store.<br />
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We've all heard of Comic Con International... the show is huge. New York Comic Con is probably just as big. Wizard World is producing mega pop culture events across the country. SPX, APE, CAKE, Baltimore Comic Con, and probably a few others are out there running their own shows. I'm not familiar with them all, but I've attended my share. My point is, if you want to try a show, there should be one close to you.<br />
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And yes, the choice is "Choose a show near you". Any show is going to have expenses, but unless you're already selling a ton of stuff on the internet, and to local shops, etc, you may not recover some of those costs, so right away reduce your travel costs. It makes no sense to have your first show be 6 states away. Ideally, you want something very local so you can skip the hotel costs as well, or be able to stay with friends or family. Remember, a business is aimed at making money to support itself... it makes very little sense to spend $400 to make $50 in sales. (although sometimes it does, just don't make a habit of it.)<br />
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So, I'm saying this to you: If nothing else is working, try selling at a comic-con near you. The benefits are many, if you're prepared. Meeting fans is the best part, listening to what they like, and seeing how they respond to your work. If no one is buying, then you need to rethink what you're doing. On the other hand, they may be eating your work up, and that's a great feeling. There's also a chance of networking; meeting other creators, and maybe even editors or publishers. It can happen. :0)<br />
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In Part II, I'll talk about what to do when you get to your next con... how to sell, how to display, what to do right, and what never to do! <br />
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If you know me at all, you probably know me as either a cartoonist or as an illustrator... usually not both. You either have an image in your mind of beautifully rendered ships on magazine covers, or of goofy looking people sharing those everyday moments of life that we all can chuckle at. To me it's all the same... stories told with pictures.<br />
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With a cartoon, the pictures and words work together, as partners, to tell a story and to conjure up some emotion: usually a laugh. With an illustration, the image tells the story alone, and I must use visual clues, symbols, and carefully chosen props to convey what I want to say. Lighting and weather play a big part in this, since a lot of my illustration takes place outside, usually on large bodies of water.<br />
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I'm trying to reconcile the two worlds, or at least bring them closer together. They need to be separate, though, and since both are important to me, I guess I'm trying to bridge the two so that you, my audience, can see and enjoy both sides with me.<br />
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I'm not sure where I'm going yet, so your comments, likes, shares, and commissions are important to me. I must do what brings me income, but I work within that framework, so that I'm happy with the work. I appreciate the challenges that come from clients, and I do love telling stories, and I do love sharing my work.<br />
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So with that in mind, I'll be sharing some online galleries with you, and adding some new artwork as time permits. I've got a new line of comic art coming out, that takes a cartoon one step further, telling the story not with words but with more elaborate illustrations, with more time and detail put into them. Of course, there will be more stories to come, if things go well, and hopefully much more of my fine illustration.<br />
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Meanwhile, I'll be at the Ohio Comic Con in Columbus this Friday through Saturday, with the new comic book, a new art print, and some special workshops for kids on Sunday. So come by and say Hi and let me know what you think, huh?<br />
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I am very proud to announce a new illustration that I hope will become part of a series. This began as my tribute to the California coast, and turned into a very special piece for a very special someone. And yes, that is Flash the studio cat, sniffing at the bucket of fish. :0)<br />
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Mermaid's Cove is my own creation, but after leaving Comic-con in San Diego this year, I drove up the coast and visited many strange and beautiful places along the California shore. I'd love to go back and explore some more, but for now I'm there in my imagination. <br />
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Mermaid's Cove is now available as a print at my <a href="http://steventon.deviantart.com/art/Mermaid-s-Cove-399753286" target="_blank">DeviantArt Gallery</a>, where you can see it in better detail. The print will also be available soon <a href="http://www.happyglyphs.com/shop.html" target="_blank">in our shop</a> and at conventions that we attend. <br />
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Please let me know what you think of this illustration. Thanks, JOHN :0)<div class="blogger-post-footer">John Steventon and HappyGlyphs Comics
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I'm finally getting around to posting my Comic-con pics from this year, the first time I actually exhibited.<br />
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I will say that Comic-con this year was exceedingly crowded with some very enthusiastic crowds that started lining up around 6:00 every morning, before the sun even came up. Thanks to jet lag, I was up around 5:00 each morning, which actually worked to my advantage, allowing me to easily get into work and have my table ready usually an hour or two before the doors opened.<br />
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SPACE and Comic-con International are over, but there's still a lot to come for us this year. I'm still working on those photos from Comic-con International in San Diego, but here's where you can find HappyGlyphs in the coming months:<br />
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SPACE, Columbus, OH April 13-14<br />
Comic-con International, San Diego, CA, July 17-21<br />
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Ohio Comic Con, Columbus, OH, Sep 20-22<br />
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I should have plenty of Pirate Packs available for these shows, but there are a limited number. We should have plenty of the new comic book, though, and I'm planning to have sketches and original art available for the first time.<br />
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Hopefully there'll be another event in there, and some of these are awaiting confirmation, so stay tooned here or at our facebook page for updates and further news.<br />
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As I mentioned in an earlier post, those wise and esteemed judges of the Small Press Committee of Comic-con International have awarded me one of the very select Small Press Tables! Table K-03, to be exact, and Comic-con is just around the corner. If you're one of the lucky 130,000 who got tickets, please stop by and say hello, and look at our many fine items, including a Comic-con Exclusive, the Variant cover of the new comic as seen above. We'll have all of our books, and some art prints, and a few other cool things, and a really nice give-away(while supplies last). We'll have a limited supply of the new art print, and the new Pirate Packs which feature the comic book (either cover) and some really cool Ghost Pirate booty. :0)<br />
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I've long been wanting to bring my fine illustration closer to my comics work, but with my busy schedule, finding the time to do that is difficult, not to mention finding the right ideas that will fit in with my current work. As per usual, I decided to compromise for now, and do something that would take my comic art a step higher. I decided to take a comic panel idea and plus it... make it larger, and put more time into pushing it from comic strip to illustration, while still telling a story.<br />
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First of all, is the idea. I've got tons of ideas, but not enough time to implement them. Since I have the brand new Inquiring Minds comic book, with another on the way, I decided to take an Inquiring Minds panel idea which would have been okay as a comic panel, and make it super as an illustration. Once I had the idea, I thought about it, and made a list of all the things that I could add to it to make it better. Since this was the kids in a boat with a sea monster, I thought of lighthouses, and rock arches, and schools of fish swimming around, and started sketching. (What you are not seeing is a whole page of notes about color, placement, etc. Art can be a lot of thinking before actually doing.)<br />
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The coloring, to me, is the fun part... probably because you really see things coming together. Again, there's still room to make changes and additions. Not much room, but we're on the computer now, where changes are easy to make. I realised that I had forgotten Albert's fishing pole, so that was drawn separately and added digitally. Finally, I force myself to step back, and walk away for a bit. Then, when I come back with fresh eyes, I can make any final corrections. The coloring stage is a step where everything must balance, so some colors can change, will change, and some will be adjusted to give the piece an overall balance.<br />
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One of the first colors I lay down is the huge expanse of blue water that takes up most of the picture. What I am looking for, though, is to make sure I have the placement of all the above water elements right. The lake surface must be a flat plane. <br />
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Finally, since I gave myself a deadline, it's done. Sure I could go back and tinker but you must learn to walk away so that you can go onto the next piece. :0)<br />
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I have plenty of other ideas for some exciting pieces, so please let me know if you like this direction, and if so, more will come. Meanwhile, I'm off to work <a href="http://happyglyphs.blogspot.com/2013/05/a-new-adventure-begins.html" target="_blank">on the new comic book!</a><br />
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Cheers, JOHN :0)<br />
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PS This will be an art print available<a href="http://www.happyglyphs.com/shop.html" target="_blank"> in our shop</a>, and at conventions. For more info, please check out <a href="http://www.happyglyphs.com/index.html" target="_blank">our website</a> or especially <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/HappyGlyphs-Comics/47228786049" target="_blank">our facebook page</a> where there are lots of updates and art and comics posted.<br />
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I've begun a new adventure of The Inquiring Minds! My plan was to make this a regular series, but thanks to distribution issues, we'll see how it goes. Funny Pages #1 was a comic strip collection, and The Ghost Skeleton Pirates of Three Craters Lake was a giant sized Summer Special. This new book will be number one in The Inquiring Minds series, with each book being a mostly stand alone storyline in full color.<br /><br />As for when each issue comes out, it's really up to you, the reader! Buy the comics, and most of all tell others about them, The more we sell, the more I can write and draw... that's the reality of publishing. I'll know more after convention season is done, but internet sales and others will have to continue to grow.<br />
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The Inquiring Minds is all ages fun... great comics for parents to read with their kids, or for kids to collect on their own. Adventure loving grown-ups should enjoy the stories as well, although they are all family friendly... none of that violence you see in many comics today... just the fun and adventure that comes from getting out of the house and seeing what's out there!<br />
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<b><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The
Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake</span></i></b><b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">! </span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">HappyGlyphs Comics
announces The Inquiring Minds: The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters
Lake, a full color all-ages 32 page comic book adventure. </span><br />
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The Inquiring Minds
are three kids (Albert, Bobby, and sometimes Iris) who can usually be found
exploring all things strange and unusual in their hometown of Three Craters
Lake. This summer, however, they’re going to find plenty of adventure in their
own backyard, as Albert, ever seeking fame and fortune, declares that The
Inquiring Minds are going to build their own theme park!</span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"></span>Sounds crazy, but as Iris herself
says, “Bobby and Albert just don’t know enough to let anything stop them!”</span></i></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"><span style="mso-tab-count: 1;"></span>When the town’s Mayor decides to
check things out, their success, or possible failure, comes down to one ride...
The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake!</span></i></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif";">“The
Inquiring Minds are not new to comic books,” says creator John Steventon, “but
previously their exploits have only been available in comic strip format. When Funny
Pages #1 came out, fans asked for a full length story, to literally see the
characters in action and to get to know them better. The Ghost Pirate Skeletons
of Three Craters Lake is the answer to that request, and exactly what fans have
been asking for.”</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Produced
by HappyGlyphs Comics, <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">The <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake</span></b>
is a One Shot Summer Special designed to introduce the series to an expanded
audience.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Those familiar with the
Inquiring Minds will be thrilled to see them in their first full length story,
while new fans will really get to see these characters in action. The Inquiring
Minds have appeared in their own series of all ages, kid friendly web-comics,
which spawned a comic strip collection entitled The Inquiring Minds: Funny
Pages #1 and two eBooks available for the Kindle App.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Individual cartoons have been featured in a
book about the great Underground Railroad, as well as an 8<sup>th</sup> Grade
Literature textbook.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">The
Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake is available as several options;
the book itself, a variant cover exclusive to San Diego Comic Con
International, and as part of<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>The
Inquiring Minds Pirates Pack, which includes the book, 2 mini posters, 8
postcards featuring 4 different designs from the comic book, a pirate trading
card, a unique hand drawn sketch card featuring your choice of characters, and
more!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Fans
can learn more about The Inquiring Minds and other great <i>HappyGlyphs Comics
at </i></span><a href="http://www.happyglyphs.com/"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">http://www.HappyGlyphs.com</span></a><i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">, online bookstores
like Amazon.com and Lulu.com, </span></i><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-style: italic;">and</span><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> at various comic
conventions such as Comic Con International in San Diego</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">Art for this
comic is available upon request. </span><br />
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;">HappyGlyphs Comics</span></b><span style="font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 11.0pt;"> offers fun &
original comic strips, comic books, and graphic novels, and is the official
home of <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Inquiring Minds</i> and <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Knight and Day</i> comic strips. We also
offer freelance illustration and other art and comic related services.</span><br />
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The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake is done, printed, and ready to go on sale!<br />
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That's the good news. The bad news is that the book will not be appearing in comic book shops as planned. Apparently, the book is considered a kid's book, and I've been told by the distributor that kid's books aren't being bought 'at the moment' by comic book shops. This may change, I've been told, but for now, distribution is a no go, which means I now have to spend an incredible amount of time on Plan B, while trying to sell the book myself.<br />
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So far, everyone who's read the comic has enjoyed it, and I'm sure it will do well at conventions. Basically, HappyGlyphs Comics is going to depend on Comic Con International and a few other shows like SPACE next week to make things happen until I can explore other options. While disappointed, I plan on continuing The Inquiring Minds as a regular series, provided sales are strong enough to support it. The next book is being plotted out, and I've actually begun work on the first few pages! The regular series won't feature stories as long as The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake which, as a summer special, is a whopping 32 story pages long, so they'll hopefully appear more frequently.<br />
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Meanwhile, expect a press release very soon for The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake, which will announce the book going on sale. I'm happy to announce right now, though, that there will be two options: the comic book by itself, or... a Pirate Pack full of all kinds of Pirate goodies, including one of a kind sketch cards of your favorite characters!<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Sample S<span style="font-size: x-small;">ketch Cards available with <span style="font-size: x-small;">The Inquiring Minds Pirate Pack,<br />featuring <span style="font-size: x-small;">your choice of Bobby, Albert, Iris, or a <span style="font-size: x-small;">Sk<span style="font-size: x-small;">el<span style="font-size: x-small;">eto<span style="font-size: x-small;">n Pirate!<br />Each card will be <span style="font-size: x-small;">unique, so <span style="font-size: x-small;">your actual card may not be one of th<span style="font-size: x-small;">ose shown here.</span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></span></div>
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And there will be a third option for those of you lucky enough to be going to Comic Con International! We've been granted permission to create a variant cover for the comic, with the Comic Con logo on the front cover to celebrate our first year selling at the show. More about that to come, but for now, the Small Press and Alternative Comics Expo is upon us, and The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake will be premiering there! So if you're in the Columbus, Ohio area, you'll have an opportunity to get either the comic book or The Inquiring Minds Pirate Pack.<br />
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And don't forget that the SPACE anthology features a brand new Inquiring Minds short story! You can download it for free, or buy the book <a href="http://www.backporchcomics.com/space.htm" target="_blank">at their site here</a>. <br />
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A lot more to come, so stay tooned! Cheers, JOHN :0)<div class="blogger-post-footer">John Steventon and HappyGlyphs Comics
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">The splash page from the new Inquiring Minds short story.</span></div>
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As a small business, it's important to give updates and announcements... to talk about what's going on, in the hopes of creating buzz, and just to let people know what you're up to. Of course, you want your posts to be meaningful, not full of fluff, but what do you do when weeks go by and you're not in a position to share?<br />
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Well, I guess you blog about it. The funny thing is, I have a lot going on, but I'm in a kind of limbo, where I'm waiting to hear from several companies and people about things that will shape my company and where I'm going with it. Yeah, that sounds vague, but that's the problem! A lot of you have been involved in The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake, and have a right to know what's happening; however, I don't have enough information right now to give you the whole story.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Another scene from th<span style="font-size: x-small;">e Inq<span style="font-size: x-small;">uiring Minds short.</span></span></span></div>
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The comic book is done, I can tell you that. I had some really big announcements to make, but some things have changed, and thus the future of HappyGlyphs Comics is changing. And with that change comes a lot of Plan B's, which require extra time and attention.<br />
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So... please stay tooned. As soon as I can see the big picture, I'll share it with you. Since my last post here, I've written and drawn a brand new Inquiring Minds short story which will be appearing in the 2013 SPACE anthology this April. I'll also be hosting my first panel at the SPACE show, which is quite exciting.<br />
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And I will tell you much more about these stories as we get closer to SPACE. Meanwhile, I'm waiting and waiting for a few people to find the time to get back to me, so I can decide the future of the comic book, and the company itself.<br />
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Very frustrating, but that's business these days... JOHN :0)<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">The completed story, laid out for review.</span></div>
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Here is the artwork for the promotional poster for The Ghost Pirate Skeletons of Three Craters Lake!<br /><br />The nice thing about a big project is that your art always improves from not only drawing every day, but challenging yourself to do bigger and better. This was designed from the beginning to look like a movie poster... and who knows? Maybe one day it WILL be a movie poster. :0)<br /><br />Happy New Year!<br />
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And please, consider helping me to fund this comic book through my Indiegogo Campaign (link below). You'll help me, and get some cool stuff in return!<br />
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JOHN :0)<br />
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<a href="http://igg.me/p/298958/x/1927642">http://igg.me/p/298958/x/1927642</a><div class="blogger-post-footer">John Steventon and HappyGlyphs Comics
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I've got a new comic book comic out, and it is a make or break deal for my company. I'm looking to get national distribution into comic stores, and I need your help.<br />
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Yes, I've tried this already with Kickstarter, which was an incredible waste of my time. I have no idea what happened there, but we failed to build up the momentum needed to get the campaign rolling, and failing that, received no support by Kickstarter itself. I'm pretty sure that if we reached their 'popular' page, we would have actually been seen by enough people to carry us through.<br />
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I am that positive that this is a great book, and will do extremely well if seen by the right audience. In support of that statement, the only people besides me to read this book were the very fine judges of the Comic-con International Small Press Committee. These excellent judges chose me and my book as being 'above very strong competition' and awarded me with the honor and opportunity of a Small Press table at next year's Comic-con International in San Diego! This is an opportunity that I shall take full advantage of. :0)<br />
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I say this becuase if they thought the book was good, then you should as well. And here's where YOU come in. I've got quotes from many printers, and there is one conclusion: printing full color comics is very expensive. Once the distributor and comic shop takes there cut of the earnings, the printer gets the rest.... and more. In other words, at this rate, I'll actually be paying people to read my comic! As Rick says on Pawn Stars.... "not gonna happen". As much as I love cartooning, I need my business to actually make money and grow. That's the whole point of getting national distribution after all.<br />
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So... I am running a campaign on IndieGoGo.com to raise enough money to offset some of those printing costs, at least enough so that I can make enough money from the books to pay for shipping them. (Yes, as a business model, this sucks... but I'm working on that.) I am hoping with my previous experience that we can get the ball rolling here early enough, and the great thing about Indygogo is that I get to keep whatever funds we raise, so one way or another you'll be helping me offset those costs a bit, and at the same time get some cool stuff in return... including the book!<br />
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There's also the opportunity to pick up some one-of-a-kind original art... some of my favorites, in fact/ So check it out and join the fun!<br />
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Here's the link: <a href="http://igg.me/p/298958/x/1927642">http://igg.me/p/298958/x/1927642</a><br />
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Thanks for your support, JOHN :0)<br />
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PS I have a brand new promotional poster for the comic book which shall debut at the Indiegogo campaign. It is way cool!<div class="blogger-post-footer">John Steventon and HappyGlyphs Comics
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The title, and image above, say it all, but there's a lot more to it, of course. :0)<br />
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I'm going to Comic-con International... yes, THAT comic-con, and as an exhibitor!<br />
The only people who have read the Ghost Pirate
Skeletons of Three Craters Lake, besides myself, are the fine people at
Comic Con International. Those wise and very
esteemed judges of the Small Press Committee, after reviewing my
application and the comic book, and comparing it to thousands of
others.... have awarded me one of the few select Small Press Tables!<br />
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I'm stunned. But very, very proud and excited! :0)<br />
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We're going to COMIC CON!!!!<br />
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So if Comic-con International found the comic book to be worthy, you probably will as well. To see it happen, though, I'm really going to need that help I've been asking for. Just like the telethons you see on PBS, we're having a fundraiser, and yes, you get some cool stuff for your money. And unlike PBS, you don't need to pay an arm or a leg for a dvd or coffee mug. Check out the fundraiser at the link below, and you can pledge as low as a dollar just to say that you support HappyGlyphs Comics and the fine work that we've been doing.<br />
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All pledges are appreciated, but remember, with Kickstarter, I don't get a penny unless we reach our goal. And the last day is less than a week away! So please tell your friends who love comics made for kids of all ages.<br />
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<a href="http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/happyglyphs/the-ghost-pirate-skeletons-of-three-craters-lake" target="_blank">http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/happyglyphs/the-ghost-pirate-skeletons-of-three-craters-lake </a><br />
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Thanks! JOHN :0) </div>
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to clarify a few things about my kickstarter.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">First
of all, a big </span><b><span style="color: #0070c0; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Thank
You</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> to
those of you who have pledged. You really have no idea just how much that means
to me. More than the money, this kickstarter<b> </b></span><b><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"></span><span style="color: #1f497d; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"></span></b><span style="font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">is</span><b><span style="color: #0070c0; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">
</span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">a show
of support. Yes, I need the money to get these books printed, but honestly, the point of this project is to build my audience to a point where the business can thrive.</span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><br /></span><s><span style="color: red; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"></span></s>
<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">And I'm not just taking your money and running... you actually get stuff in return! From cool postcards to original art and exclusive books. And the knowledge that this couldn't have happened without you. :0)</span><br />
<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"><br /></span><s><span style="color: red; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"></span></s>
<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Mostly, though, this is
about support. Showing the world that you like my comics, and would like to see
more, and that you believe I will continue to do bigger and better projects. My
fans have always been a quiet group, and I respect that. But sometimes we
really do need to make some noise. I understand that many of you simply cannot
pledge right now, and I understand that. But if you can, even if it's at the
two dollar level, then please do so, and soon. If we can build up some
momentum, then more people will pay attention, and maybe we can get some
outsiders to start pledging.</span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #0070c0; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">I get
nothing if this kickstarter fails, and no one's credit card is charged.
However, the repercussions of failing can be devastating. </span></b><span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;"> I'm
not threatening to quit, but I will be
disappointed: I can't deny that. And things will change. The simple fact is that this
business has to grow if I am going to continue doing
this. I've got to reach more people who like my kind of family friendly comics.<b> </b></span><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">I've met some awesome people at conventions and such, and many of them tell me that they love my work. This has convinced me to keep going, and to reach further. I believe that national distribution to comic shops is what I need to do, to find and grow my audience. Like any small business, though, I can't do it
alone.</span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #0070c0; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">'Like'
my comments, pass around the link to comic lovers of all ages, and pledge if you
can. Let me know that you're out there, and I'll continue to make quality
comics that the whole family can enjoy.</span></b><br />
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<span style="color: black; font-family: 'Arial','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt;">Thanks
for reading! JOHN :0)</span></div>
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Here's a look at the new video, by the way.<br /><iframe frameborder="0" height="360" src="http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/happyglyphs/the-ghost-pirate-skeletons-of-three-craters-lake/widget/video.html" width="480"> </iframe><br />
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And here is the link to the kickstarter itself. At least take a look, and see what this is all about.<br />
<a href="http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/happyglyphs/the-ghost-pirate-skeletons-of-three-craters-lake">http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/happyglyphs/the-ghost-pirate-skeletons-of-three-craters-lake</a><br />
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HappyGlyphs.com</div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15142977785391302797noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-22213273.post-83390669875332714952012-11-12T14:22:00.002-05:002012-11-12T14:26:51.199-05:00Exclusive Knight and Day Book!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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On the Road with Knight and Day! The story begins with a little girl wanting a cat, then her mother needing a vacation, and ends up with a compromise that has the Knight family driving 18 hours
to Florida... on a whim! It'll be over 20 pages of Knight and Day goodness when finished, with new artwork for the cover, and some never before seen strips and illustrations from their trip, including some time at Walt Disney World, and a side trip to Hilton Head, South Carolina. The Kickstarter cartoon above will definitely be in there as well, IF this book gets made, that is.<br />
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This book has been planned for a while to be the big incentive in
getting people to contribute to this much needed kickstarter. However,
I've been pretty busy so the book is on hold until the Ghost Pirate
Skeletons of Three Craters Lake is finished, and I've put to bed the
magazine I'm currently illustrating. Have no fear, though... I love
this story and it will get done. Only if the kickstarter succeeds,
though, will you see this delightful little collectible. Otherwise,
you'll have to wait for the next Knight and Day comic strip collection
to come out... and that may be a long wait!<br />
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First off,
yes, I do plan on having one more Knight and Day comic strip
collection... a companion to my first book Take Me Away From All
This!!. And yes, most of this vacation storyline will appear in that
book. However, the second book was supposed to celebrate 10 years of
Knight and Day, which was last year, so you can see where the schedule
is right now. Frankly, I'm about halfway through the book, so...
depending on where the company goes next year, it may be a very long
wait.<br />
My plan is to finish On the Road with Knight and Day this December, have the limited number of books printed, and, providing the Kickstarter works out, shipped out in January. I will try to get the cover art done in time to post it at the kickstarter for all to see.<br />
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Check out <a href="http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/happyglyphs/the-ghost-pirate-skeletons-of-three-craters-lake" target="_blank">my kickstarter page</a> for more. See you there, JOHN :0)<br />
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