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Sneak Peek: Nulsh

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Here’s an intriguing page from ink+PAPER #3 by Glasgow-based artist Nulsh. Can you guess what this story is about? Bet you can’t.

Nulsh’s style really strikes a chord with me – not just his dark sense of humour, but his strong expressive line-work that reminds me of some of Moebius’ (perhaps earlier?) comics. It’s bold and edgy but sophisticated and intelligent too. Have a look at his website for more treasures:

Website: http://nulsh.wordpress.com/

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Meanwhile, today is LAUNCH PARTY DAY! The books arrived in the nick of time yesterday and look great – come see for yourself at Orbital Comics in London from 7pm tonight where there’ll be joint launch with the latest issue of The Strumpet!

Details here, or on Facebook here.

And tomorrow, come along the Comiket: issue #3 wll be on sale alongside #2 and other goodies. Hope to see you there!

Sneak Peek: Rebecca Tobin

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Rebeca Tobin is a Classics student from the UK currently studying in the US. I don’t know much about her, apart from the fact that she has a huge amount of talent for a youngster (I view everyone as youngsters), and probably speaks Latin all the time.

Her comic for ink+PAPER #3 is story of that nagging feeling of longing for something better, to the point of not appreciating what you’ve already got. Rebecca has used a wonderfully fiery colour palette to great effect – it’s a short but powerful tale.

Check out her website for more delights, and look – she does commissions too!

i+P #3 can be pre-ordered right now and don’t forget, if you’re in the London area on the 9th November, please come along to our launch (with our good friends of The Strumpet). If you’re on Facebook, there’s an event page here.

 

Sneak Peek: John Cei Douglas

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This is a scene from a marvellously dark tale by illustrator and comicker John Cei Douglas. How would you feel about being marooned on a desert island? It’s not all coconuts and bananas, as John deftly shows.

John’s comics have appeared in a number of anthologies, such as Paper Science and Solipsistic Pop, and whenever I talk to him he’s always full of exciting story ideas – the above story was one of several pitches he came up with for ink+PAPER, any of which I would have loved to have published. His clean brushwork is filled with warmth and character, but he’s not afraid to deal with uncomfortable subjects. Check out his work at his tumblr:

i+P #3 can be pre-ordered right now and don’t forget, if you’re in the London area on the 9th November, please come along to our launch (with our good friends of The Strumpet). If you’re on Facebook, there’s an event page here.

Sneak Peek: Emma Evans

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A bit of detail from the short story Idiosyncrasies by Emma Evans from ink+PAPER #3. It’s a gorgeously coloured, intense, semi-silent comic looking at the ways different people perceive the same situation. I first came across Emma’s work at one of the Alternative Press Fairs, always the best place to see new and exciting comics and illustration, in my view.

Based in the west of England, Emma is an illustrator and part of The Whatnot Tree, a collective of artists and crafty types. She’s just completed a 100-page comic 4AM, as part of her degree course. From the glimpses I’ve seen online it looks amazing and I’m hoping to pick up a copy very soon! Definitely someone to watch.

i+P #3 can be pre-ordered right now and don’t forget, if you’re in the London area on the 9th November, please come along to our launch (with our good friends of The Strumpet). If you’re on Facebook, there’s an event page here.

 

Sneak Peek: Fred Blunt

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When I asked illustrator Fred Blunt if he’d like to contribute something to ink+PAPER for issue #2, he very kindly said he let me have some of his unpublished comics. There was, in fact, enough material for several issues of i+P, which is lucky for all of us as these jolly little episodes really light up the book. Here’s a glimpse of one of the strips from issue #3:

It’s a real privilege to be able to share Fred’s comics – he’s one of those artists who are able to pack a bucket-load of humour, energy and movement into the minimal number of lines. Make sure you look at his blog and Flickr stream for a massive archive of his work (WARNING: you will be there for hours…).

i+P #3 can be pre-ordered right now and don’t forget, if you’re in the London area on the 9th November, please come along to our launch (with our good friends of The Strumpet). If you’re on Facebook, there’s an event page here.

Issue #3 sneak peek: Euan Cook

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ink+PAPER #3 is at the presses and so begins the nervous/excited wait for the finished book to appear in our hands… In the meantime, it’s time for some sneak peekage.

Euan Cook is an illustrator from London, and has produced an exceptionally beautiful piece of work for i+P #3, based on an Indian folk tale: a woman is married to a crab, but, unsurprisingly, the marriage isn’t a happy one:

Does it end well for girl or crab? Find out in i+P #3! It’s a magically atmospheric story, with a classic style – hints of Posy Simmonds and Edward Ardizzone (at least, to my mind). Perfect fireside reading for a spooky night.

i+P #3 can be pre-ordered right now and don’t forget, if you’re in the London area on the 9th November, please come along to our launch (with our good friends of The Strumpet). If you’re on Facebook, there’s an event page here.

Sneak Peek: Francesca Cassavetti

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I sat next to Francesca Cassavetti at my first ever comic convention, and could not have asked for a better table-neighbour, or a warmer welcome to the comics scene. Her comics capture that warmth, with their loose line work and inky washes. But the (mostly autobiographical) stories – detailing the ups and downs of relationships between people, their jobs and their families – are not without bite. Francesca’s wit always ensures these are never sentimental tales, but accurate reflections of real life.

Francesca’s website: http://www.fabtoons.com/

Don’t forget that issue #2 is available for pre-order right now.

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Sneak Peek: John Riordan

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Despite appearances, John Riordan‘s comic for ink+PAPER #2 is a funny and… colourful tale.

When chatting with John recently, I mentioned his work reminded me of the Doom Patrol and Shade, the Changing Man comics that DC Comics published in the late 80s and he replied that they were among some of the biggest influences in his comics education. So if you’re a fan of the quirky style for which those comics are famous, with a touch of sly humour, you’ll enjoy his tale: The Inventor of Colour.

John is the co-creator of the acclaimed ‘musical soap-opera’ comic Hitsville UK and has contributed comics and illustrations to Time Out, the BBC and The Guardian, among others. He’s also part of an amazing indie band, The Little Philistines. There is just too much talent in this man!

John’s website: http://www.johnriordan.co.uk/

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Sneak Peek: Andrew Waugh

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Andrew Waugh is a cartoonist whose style marries slick and simple, yet expressive, linework with sharp but warm wit. It’s a style that I feel very much in tune with and I always look forward to seeing what Andy’s working on. Currently he’s been very busy – a host of his illustrations and comic work is featured in the recent edition of the comedy magazine Mustard and he’s been showing some glimpses from his 50-page semi-autobiographical comic Gauntlet on his blog. His work has also appeared in the pages of publications from our friends at Solipsistic Pop and Paper Science, as well as Alan Moore’s Dodgem Logic.

For ink+PAPER #2, Andy’s produced a trilogy of humorous tales with a dark edge: an old lady takes on a triumvirate of horror villains. Who wins? Buy issue #2 to find out – it’s available for pre-order right now.

Andy’s website: http://thismeanswaugh.com/

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Sneak Peek: Sarah McIntyre

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It’s my great pleasure to welcome my good friend Sarah McIntyre to the pages of ink+PAPER. Not only is she the creator of the delightful Vern & Lettuce comic strip for the DFC comic (no longer with us but available in a library format), but she is an award-winning (and extremely hard-working) children’s book illustrator. Her blog is the go-to place for what’s happening in children’s books and is a hugely valuable resource for those learning their craft in illustration.

I love the soft but striking colour palette for Sarah’s comic, The Secret Wood, and her subtle use of texture. It’s a beautiful, whimsical tale which I’m sure everyone will enjoy.

I’m also very happy to announce that issue 2 is now available for pre-order! Get your copy in the shop.

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