Eric Canete‘s unique drawing style demonstrates layer upon layer of artistic mastery: Anatomy, character, caricature, composition, storytelling… After 20+ years of trend-setting work in story, games and comics, his style is as distinct and intense as ever. So you might find it hard to believe that such beautiful work was once rejected by industry gatekeepers. In […]
From Self-Publishing to Scholastic: An Interview With Jimmy Gownley :: Paper Wings Show #30
Since he was 15 years old, Jimmy Gownley has never stopped breaking the rules of self-publishing. He went from selling self-published comics in the hallways of his high school to huge publishing deals with both Simon & Schuster AND Scholastic. Join us as Jimmy shares what it took to break in with the big publishers. And don’t miss the interview with […]
Creating Characters From Your Story’s Theme (Part 2) :: with Brian McDonald :: Paper Wings Show #29
Jedi master Brian McDonald is back with more revelatory perspectives that will challenge the way we think about visual storytelling. In part one, Brian showed us how theme creates character and character creates theme. Now, in part two, we discuss when to stop dreaming and start writing, how success can kill creativity, why style isn’t always a good thing, and […]
Creating Characters From Your Story’s Theme :: with Brian McDonald :: Paper Wings Show #28
Storytelling guru Brian McDonald joins us for another mind-blowing interview. In part one of this two-part interview, Brian discusses writing roadblocks, how theme creates character and why you have to send your characters to Hell…
Good Character Design Goes Deep
Think about your best friend. How long did it take for you to really get to know each other? Hopes and fears, experiences and expectations, strengths and weaknesses, victories, failures, pet peeves and passions… Whether he or she is your spouse, partner, close family member, colleague or high school BFF, the friendship has taught you […]
