This week, Pat chats with 28 Days Later, Northlanders and Thunderbolts illustrator Declan Shalvey. We talk about his career in the comics biz, his influences, some process and more! Plus, we answer some listener questions. Music by Steve Earnhart and Pavement!
Declan’s twitter: twitter.com/declanshalvey
Declan’s blog: http://dshalv.blogspot.com/
The Eclectic Micks blog: http://eclecticmicks.blogspot.com/
Comic Twart: http://www.comictwart.com/
This week, Pat chats with illustrator Kalman Andrasofszky. We talk about his career, breaking into the industry, the life of a freelancer and the process behind being a cover artist. We discuss his work on X-23 and his upcoming Irredeemable covers, as well as some old favorites, like his Checkmate work. Music by Steve Earnhart and the Pixies!
Kalman’s twitter: twitter.com/evilkalman
Kalman’s blog: http://iamkalman.blogspot.com
Next week’s guest is Kieron Gillen! We talk about his work on Thor, SWORD and X-Men, and spend some time talking about his creator-owned series, Phonogram. In this clip, Kieron talks about the idea behind turning Colossus into the new Juggernaut.
Adam returns as Pat talks with Mike Carey about his beginnings in the comics business, to his current projects. We talk about his Vertigo books, like Lucifer, Crossing Midnight, and The Unwritten. We also spend time talking about his X-Men run, from Supernovas to his final arc on Legacy. Plus, we look back on his love for the Fantastic Four and his work on the Ultimate Universe. Music by Steve Earnhart and The Wedding Present!
Mike’s website: http://www.mikeandpeter.com/
Adam’s twitter: twitter.com/adamwitt
This week, Pat and Antonio chat with Chris Yost! We talk about his animation work on shows like Wolverine and The X-Men and Avengers: Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. We talk about his work with Craig Kyle on New X-Men and X-Force. We go over some process talk, and even talk about the X-Men writers retreats! Another fun show featuring music by Steve Earnhart and Nine Inch Nails! Get it at the link or on iTunes!
Chris’ twitter: twitter.com/yost
Antonio’s twitter: twitter.com/antoniopcuneo
This Wednesday, Loikamania 064 hits, with special guest CHRIS YOST! We talk about his animation work, his runs on New X-Men and X-Force, and so much more! In this clip, Chris talks about the process behind the creation of an X-Men crossover event. Be sure to stop by comicbooknoise.com/loikamania on Wednesday, or check iTunes!
On this special episode of Loikamania, writer Matt Fraction chats with Pat and guest co-host Travis Holyfield about the fallout of Fear Itself, and how it affects his books, including The Mighty Thor and Invincible Iron Man. We also talk about the genesis of his new Defenders book, and talk about the first two issues of Casanova: Avaritia! Music by Steve Earnhart and College featuring Electric Youth!
Also included in this episode is a message from writer Dave Accampo about his kickstarter campaign. Please give it a listen and check out his link below!
Matt’s twitter: twitter.com/mattfraction
Matt’s website: mattfraction.com
Travis’ twitter: twitter.com/travisholyfield
Travis’ blog: travismholyfield.blogspot.com/
Dave Accampo’s Kickstarter: http://kck.st/pm7XDW
This Monday, on a bonus episode of Loikamania, we chat with Matt Fraction about the aftermath of Fear Itself and how it affects his current books like Thor and Iron Man. Plus, we get into the Defenders, and talk some Casanova! In this preview clip, Matt shares some of his plans for Invincible Iron Man.
This week, Pat talks to Kevin Mellon about the life of a freelance artist. From getting gigs and pitching, the creative process…everything is covered in this week’s show. We spend time on Kevin and Dennis Hopeless’ graphic novel, Lovestruck, and talk about this week’s Image Comics release, HEART. A fun conversation, which concludes with a hotel evacuation! Music by Steve Earnhart and Social Distortion!
Get it at the link above, or on iTunes!
Kevin’s twitter: twitter.com/kmellon
Kevin’s blog: http://kevinmellon.blogspot.com/
This week, Pat chats with artist Mike McKone about his career, from his beginnings drawing Justice League to his current work on Avengers Academy. They also talk about process, adapting to new technology, some convention stories, and so much more! Music by Steve Earnhart and David Bowie!
In the next episode of Loikamania, I talk to artist Mike McKone. In this clip, Mike shares the story of a friend who REALLY wanted one of his Green Lantern covers. Look for the show this coming Wednesday over at comicbooknoise.com/loikamania or on iTunes!
Next week on Loikamania, our special guest is illustrator PHIL NOTO. I chat with Phil about his career, talk about his projects, process, and more! In this preview clip, he talks about how he got into reading comics.
Enjoy, and look out for the show on Wednesday!
First, we have writer and documentary filmmaker Brandon Jerwa talking about his upcoming OGN from Vertigo, AND his upcoming documentary, Untold Tales of the Comics Industry! Get the episode here or on iTunes!
And last but not least, episode 55, featuring colorist Dean White! We talk about his career, his process, and so much more! Get it here or on iTunes!
This week, I interview @Marvel exclusive artist, Mark Brooks (@MarkBrooksArt)! We talk about his career, some process stuff, and even some convention stories! Follow the link or search for Loikamania on iTunes!
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