Books

Well, less than a week until Ink Bloom hits the bookshelves. Lots of anxious anticipation on our end.
I've read a couple of excellent books lately. Flow My Tears the Policeman Said by Philip K. Dick, which is the best book I've read in quite a while.
Also, a manga called Kingyo Used Books by Seimu Yoshizaki. Each chapter explores a way in which manga from Kingyo Used Books influneces people's lives. Along the way it has little sidebars explaining the history of the manga mentioned in the panels, so it's funny and educational.
Also, on a side note, I will be debuting my Harajuku Zombies at the prestigious Rotofugi Gallery in Chicago in August. When I know the exact date I'll post it to the multitude of social networking outlets I have become a slave to.

Be sure to Check out Ink Bloom when it comes out next week.

Jim

Hachi invades Chicago

We debuted the book at the C2E2 show in Chicago this past weekend. We were stunned when Hachi showed up in the flesh. She really worked her magic on the crowd. Check out her facebook page for more photos from the show.
The reaction to the book was great. We were blown away and greatful for all of the nice things people had to say about it. Everyone said that a how-to with a story was a really unique and interesting concept, which we were elated to hear. It was an exciting weekend for Chris and I.

C2E2 setup

Here's our setup for the C2E2 show this weekend in Chicago at McCormick Place. Come see us in artist alley.

Imagine FX 56

Check out the exclusive spread on Ink Bloom in Imagine FX issue 56. Here's a picture of the cover, and the first couple of pages of our spread. Don't forget to check out Imagine FX's site as well at www.imaginefX.com

Voster

Ink Bloom got another mention in Imagine FX this month. Next month they're running an exclusive excerpt from the book. They're the best.

Here's a preview of one of the book's nastier characters. One Eye Voster, the meanest Lava Pirate of Tussoc.

Preview copies

Chris and I got our preview copies of Ink Bloom in the mail today. We're so excited. It really looks great. The printing is fantastic (I love the Chinese). It's very satisfying to see so much hard work come together in a nicely presented package.

Fantasy Art China

Hey,
The spread on Ink Bloom came out in the magazine Fantasy Art China. You might not be able to read it, but it sure does look cool. Go to the website and click on the image in the News section to see a bigger image. InkBloomAdventure