David Hopkins's Blog

March 14, 2009

A few nights ago, April and I were reading the most recent issue of American Artist magazine. On pages 58-59, we came across a section that resonated with both of us in our respective creative fields. Article by Daniel Grant on the work of Ben Aronson:
Although he was diligent about producing his own art on the side, Aronson had a hard time marketing his work. Galleries initially weren't interested and many university art departments turned him down for teaching positions. Traditional skills and
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March 10, 2009

A new episode of Fanboy Radio is available (click here, #505).

Scott, Oliver, and I saw WATCHMEN, and we have opinions. Callers also have opinions. Opinions are flying everywhere. Listen for yourself. SPOILER HEAVY.
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March 9, 2009

I need to say something about STAPLE. This past weekend, April and I packed the car and drove to Austin -- in part to celebrate April's birthday with some of her old cohorts, but also to participate in the 5th annual STAPLE! Independent Media Expo. I'm five for five. (previous reports: year one, year two, year three, year four) I asked April what I should comment on. She replied:
"You could say that Jeffrey Brown was there and your girlfriend has a crush on him? Because he is a beardy, self-depre
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March 5, 2009

If you're not tired of WATCHMEN or me talking about Alan Moore, here's a discussion Josh Rose, the fellows at Boomstick Comics, and I participated in for Oak Cliff People newspaper: What is it About Watchmen?


It was a good conversation. Although, at times, I wish they didn't transcribe it word for word. Then you'd avoid quotable gems like this:

"There’s a weird sort of, like, power, like sexual power over the predator type of thing."

Really? Did I say that?
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March 4, 2009

Despite the subject line, Alan Moore doesn't need anyone to defend him. Moore speaks his own ideas and opinions clearly. Unlike Andy Warhol or Salvador Dali, there's little need to spend your time interpreting what he's all about. Moore is fairly what-you-see-is-what-you-get. However, last Friday, Paul Milligan and I got into a friendly debate/discussion/bar fight over recent statements made by Alan Moore. The argument could be broken down into basic point/counter point. Paul: "Alan Moore is a g
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February 25, 2009

Mark Andrew Smith sent me a pdf of NEW BRIGHTON ARCHEOLOGICAL SOCIETY, BOOK ONE: THE CASTLE OF GALOMAR (ComicSpace preview). The graphic novel will be in stores next Wednesday, March 4th. I had a chance to read it today during my lunch break. I enjoyed NBAS. Mark's story moved in some fun, imaginative, and unexpected directions. Matthew Weldon's art is exciting and perfectly styled for the all-ages audiences. In fact, Mark has always had a gift for finding great artistic talent, i.e. Dan Hipp on
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February 23, 2009

I assume many of you on March 6th will see WATCHMEN. Yes. But what are you doing on March 7th, huh? If you said "going to Austin for STAPLE! the premier indie/small press non-coastal convention" then you, my friend, are wise indeed. I'll be there. Paul Milligan and I are sharing a table.


We'll be at table #22 -- right across from Jeffrey Brown and Top Shelf (tables #35-#37).
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February 19, 2009

Boom! Studios through iVerse Comic Reader Software made Hexed #1 available on the Google phone. I downloaded it out of curiosity, even though I already bought the comic. After trying the program, I've decided I don't mind reading comics on my phone. Using the touch screen to move the panel along is nice. The graphics look good. It reads easily. With all the things I like, my main complaint is a big one: I want a general iVerse application icon that when selected would list the comics I've downlo
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February 17, 2009

The 2008 Harvey Awards are now open for nominations. Anyone who has worked in comics (mainstream, small press, independent) can nominate and vote. There's been some discussion about the process, since it does lend itself to "ballot stuffing," i.e. over zealous comic book creators who petition fellow writer/artist friends to support them in the nomination process. I'll confess I've sent a mass email or two for previous Harvey Awards, all to no avail. Due to the absolute democracy of it, you also
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February 14, 2009