Tyler sits down with Max Dunbar, a comic book and concept artist known for his work with Marvel and DC. Max shares insights into his new deluxe hardcover book, ‘Fantasy Art,’ launching on the Zoop crowdfunding platform, which compiles some of his best work over the past decade, and discusses the challenges and rewards of the creative process. Join an in-depth conversation that explores the intricacies of being a professional artist and the passion that drives creativity.
Highlights of This Session Include:
- Max’s experiences teaching advanced classes in fantasy art
- The challenges and rewards of the creative process, and why mistakes aren’t to be feared as an artist.
- Navigating the logistics of crowdfunding and the implications of AI on the art world.
- Plus: Tyler has an important update for ComixLaunch Planner Kickstarter backers!
Today’s Session is Brought to You By…
Vampires on Mars, a sci-fi, horror, dark comedy. Issue 4, the final issue, is live on Kickstarter right now. Follow them at facebook.com/homelesscomics
Today’s Featured Guest:
Max Dunbar is a comic book and concept artist who has worked for Marvel and DC projects such as Batman Beyond, Robin, Legends of the Dark Knight, Dungeons & Dragons, Red Sonja and many more high profile titles. He also teaches advanced classes in fantasy art and character design.
His latest project is a deluxe hardcover book called FANTASY ART, collecting some of his best fantasy illustrations from the past decade, launching on the Zoop platform.
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More About Our Sponsor:
Vampires on Mars is a four-issue series that blends sci-fi, horror, and dark comedy.
It follows a vampire battling a vapid billionaire, volatile astronauts, and chaotic humans to complete her 300-year-old quest to step foot on Mars.
Vampires on Mars blends the over-the-top vibe and humor of CHEW with the claustrophobic hunt of Aliens.
Plus, it includes an exclusive interview with The Bad Astronomer Phil Plait (VO note—pronounced like “plate”) about the current state of manned missions to Mars, the science of sending vampires into space, and more.
The Kickstarter for the fourth and final issue is live right now, and you can pick up exclusive covers, rare metal variants, and personalized vampire portraits.
So, how much of your humanity would you sacrifice for your dreams?
Pick up Vampires on Mars #4 today.
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