New Prints by Malang for 2009

for inquiries, just contact the person listed on the e-flyer.

DC comics writer J. Torres and Oni Press artist Elbert Or meet / greet / signing event at Comic Odyssey

Details is posted below.
I'm pasting the info I got from the Alamat mailing list, thanks Budj for the info.
and see you comic fans there!



COMIC ODYSSEY invites you to our first creator signing event of the New Year!

Meet DC Comics writer J. TORRES and Oni Press artist ELBERT OR.

January 3, 2009 (Saturday), 2 – 4 pm
Comic Odyssey, Robinsons Galleria branch

The first 100 people in attendance will receive a FREE DC COMIC written by J. Torres and a Wonder Woman Promo Pin.

J.TORRES is the writer of Wonder Girl, Ninja Scroll, Teen Titans Go, Family Dynamic, Legion of Super-Heroes in the 31st Century, The Batman Strikes, Wonder Woman, Black Canary, Blue Beetles, Alison Dare, X-Men:Ronin, and more!

ELBERT OR will be previewing pages of his upcoming project with J.Torres, LOLA: A GHOST STORY to be published by Oni Press in 2009.

Start:	Jan 3, '09 2:00p
End:	Jan 3, '09 4:00p
Location:	Comic Odyssey, Robinsons Galleria Branch

from : http://jtorresonline.blogspot.com/2008/12/store-signing.html
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Attention, Filipino comic book fans!

If you've got nothing better to do on Saturday, January 3, 2009 stop by Comic Odyssey in Robinsons Galleria between 2 PM - 4 PM and meet me and artist Elbert Or.

I'll be giving away copies of Wonder Girl and Ninja Scroll, as well as Wonder Woman pins (courtesy of DC Comics).

Elbert will be previewing art from our upcoming Oni Press graphic novel Lola: A Ghost Story.

Comic Odyssey
Robinsons Galleria Branch
Ortigas, Quezon City
Philippines

Hope to see you there! Until then, have a Merry Merry and a Happy Happy!

J.Torres

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J. Torres is the writer of Family Dynamic, Legion of Super Heroes in the 31st Century, and Wonder Girl for DC Comics.

Other works include the Eisner Award nominated Alison Dare, the ALA listed Days Like This, the Harvey nominated Sidekicks and the Shuster Award winning Love as a Foreign Language and Teen Titans Go.

His upcoming projects include Lola: A Ghost Story and Dead Goombas for Oni Press as well as new Degrassi: The Next Generation webisodes for Epitome Pictures.

http://jtorresonline.blogspot.com/2008/09/lola-first-look.html



Here's the first look at my next project for Oni Press, the graphic novel Lola: A Ghost Story. "Lola" is the Tagalog (Filipino) word for grandmother and this story is loosely based on some tall tales about my own maternal grandmother's childhood, some other family "history," as well as some folklore and mythology from the Philippines.

The artist of Lola is the multi-talented Elbert Or, whose blog can be found here. While you're there, make sure to check out his webcomics, which can be accessed from the right hand sidebar. The effectively minimalist and iconic Love and Heartbreak is probably my favourite one, but Camy and Me is also very charming and fun.

Marvels 2 comics signing at Comic Odyssey Report

Written by Azrael Coladilla on 1:11 PM Tuesday, December 09, 2008


Jay Anacleto (Marvels 2) doing the thumbs up

This is what happens if I failed to attend a comic book event, and I know that everyone will be there and I didn't expected that it will turn like a mini comic convention ehhhee, congrats to all and nice to see that everyone is getting busy doing comics and fans being active in these events. Jay Anacleto was there as the main highlight of the event for the promotion of the sequel of Kurt Busiek and Alex Ross's Marvels, and its Jay Anacleto's turn to wear the crown as the artist for the Marvels 2. And the comics is already SOLD OUT...and I don't have my own copy. Me and Mark decided to check out in Planet X comics, but failed...still copies are sold out.


Gerry and Tony de Zuniga, Leinil Yu signs comics of Secret Invasion 8

Also Gerry shared to us photos of the event, and wow! Tony de Zuniga was there to sign comics, Leinil Yu was there too for Secret Invasion 8, Gerry Alanguilan for Elmer comics, and Edgar Tadeo. It was a local avengers meet up and I failed to attend it. check out Gerry's blog for more photos and videos of the event.. hope I can grab my copy of Marvels 2.. or else.. hmm no..I won't even download it hahahaha. (all Photos by Gerry A

check out Gerry Alanguilan's coverage at Jay Anacleto Marvels 2 Comic Book Signing

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Jay Anacleto comics signing at Comic Oddysey on Dec 6, 2008

I just got an info about a comic book signing from Gerry Alanguilan via email.

here are some details

Jay Anacleto will be on hand to sign copies of Marvels 2 at Comic
Odyssey, Robinson's Galleria this December 6 from 2-4pm. (I'm told he
won't be sketching.)

Ok, now I'm reserving that date!
( read more below to know more about the event)

Click here to continue reading.

Life on a Pencil : Komikon 2008 coverage

November 22nd 2008 was marked as the Fourth Annual Filipino Komiks Convention or KOMIKON which celebrates Filipino comics enthusiast, hobbyist, collectors, companies and more. The venue of the event was once again successfully celebrated at University of the Philippines' Bahay ng Aliumni in Quezon City.

Hooh! Quezon City, another time and energy consuming trip from my hometown Dasmariñas in Cavite but everything was "worth" it. It's already the 24th day of November 2008 Monday,my proud mama's birthday. It took me a while to post this because of again technical Operating system problems (when will the conflicts eND?!!). Okay enough rambling and on with the coverage of the 4th Annual Komikon 2008.

I started leaving for Cavite at around 6:30 in the morning to avoid being stuck with the heavy traffic (and believe me when you get stuck in traffic here in the Philippines, you will be stuck for hours.). To my surprise, the trip was almost flawless and the bus I took only encountered a few light traffic along the way, making the trip from Dasmariñas Cavite to Diliman Quezon City a fast one (two hours or less to be precise).
For Caviteños like me who wanted to go to University of the Philippines Diliman Quezon City, here is the right economic route to take (Thanks to Azrael for this transportaion guide):

From Dasmariñas Town Proper ride a bus until Pasay LRT/MRT Station. From thrn on ride a bus heading to SM Fairview and request the bus conductor to drop you off Philcoa. *** From Philcoa ride a jeepney taking the "UP ikot" route. Finally ask and request the jeepney driver to drop you off at the Bahay ng Alumni.

*** I don't know if I've been duped or what but the driver drop me off in some point so I still took a jeep going to Philcoa. Stupidity will really cost you about eight pesos more hahahaha

check out his Komikon 2008 coverage at http://lifeonapencil.blogspot.com/2008/11/jam-packed-4th-annual-komikon-aftermath.htm
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Seeking Naruto-style artist

just saw this and share this post from the Artists Den ML

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Hello denizens,

My friend Conrad is looking for an artist who can mimic the Naruto style:

"looking for illustrators who can draw ala Naruto. pls email your URL to
conrad{at}dualactionblender{dot}com "

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Komikon 2008 blog coverage and updates

I went to the Komikon 2008 yesterday as a media man and I’m there to do a photo coverage of the event and also to support Filipino komiks. I arrived late and I’m already getting worried that some komiks that I’m planning to grab might be out of stock, so I prayed and let the komiks gods help me arrive on time and discard away from bad elements on my way to UP Diliman. As soon as I receive my media ID pass at the registration area, I started to roam around and took some photos, the venue is already jam packed and I position myself next to a portable air cooler just to absorb some cold air and prepare for a hot and crowded convention for Filipino Komiks.
(you may read more below for the entire story)

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Komikon 2008 - new comics and items releases

Written by Azrael Coladilla on 8:45 PM Wednesday, November 19, 2008


Check out our listing of interesting new indie comics releases and also items that will be launched this Saturday at the Komikon 2008 : 4th Filipino Komiks Convention.

This is a cross post entry to my blogs Azrael's Merryland, Komiks News Now Philippines
and my Multiply blog. If you are a comic creator and will release your comics or merchandise at Komikon 2008, feel free to email me your new comic title releases with pic and synopsis. For any corrections of information listed below, just email or post a comment below to correct me.

“Babies” Boom: Arnold Arre showcases his best work yet

got it from : http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=44126743108&ref=nf

Arnold Arre showcases his best work yet in the powerfully personal graphic novel "Martial Law Babies"
By Ruel S. De Vera (Philippine Daily Inquirer, Saturday Nov. 15 2008 – Super, page E3)

Martial Law Babies / 286 pages / black & white

Sometimes, approached like a lost tribe, a “martial law baby” is more a state of mind than a general distinction.

These are people, once young, now not so, who were disenfranchised by the abrupt disappearance of the Japanese robot anime shows “Voltes V” most notoriously, among other artifacts.

Having grown up under the Marcos regime’s gloved gauntlet, these babies carried it’s shadow with them long after the Marcoses were out of power. Having once lost their heroes, the ystruggle to save others and themselves.

This is literary territory mined magnificently by Katrina Tuvera (in fiction) and Jessica Zafra (in essays) among others. Now, award-winning comic book creator Arnold Arre (“The Mythology Class”) explores this precious space in his new, substantial graphic novel “Martial Law babies” (Nautilus Comics, Mandaluyong City, 2008, 286 pages).

LOVE LETTER
“We’re hopeless romantics,” Arre’s characters state. “We’re expert daydreamers.”
In a love letter to his generation, Arre distills that treacherous journey through the eyes of narrator Allan, poetic and put-upon, and his barkada – acerbic Rebecca, fun-loving Francis and privileged Carol – from their short pants days in the 70s to the interminable future.

A seemingly innocuous appearance on the “Uncle Bobby Lucky Club” TV show leads to divergent paths for the friends, all the way to college in the University of the Philippines, where their circle grows and their worlds grow complicated.

Are you ready for Gerry Alanguilan's ELMER comics issue 4

The much awaited final issue of Elmer will be launched this coming Saturday, November 22 at the UP Bahay ng Alumni, many komiks fans and also Gerry Alanguilan fans and readers are excited to grab the book four and final chapter of Gerry’s graphic novel entitled “Elmer”. If you are new to this title, its not yet too late for you, You can still download the 1st issue in Gerry’s website and read it in your computer, the 1st issue is already out of print, while issue 2 and 3 are still available in our local comic book shops. ( read more below)

Whilce Portacio message to pinoy komikeros

This is a video message from Whilce Portacio for all pinoy komikeros, comic artist, writers, creators and to indie comic publishers. This video was aired on stage last June 2008's 7th Philippine Toys, Hobbies and Collectibles Convention, it was played after the panel discussion talk with the Filipino comic creators on stage, the panelist were Gilbert Monsanto, Taga Ilog, Taga Kanal, Jon Zamar and many more.

He gave a comment on Filipino komiks, some tips and advice on how to break into international comics scenes and some news about his new project and plans for 2009.

Next week will be the Komikon and this is my little contribution to everyone for proving an interview or video message from international comic creators, and glad that Mr. Portacio is game for a video message for us, at least he is present via online and we feel that he is really at our local convention.

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Jomike Tejido's "Foldabots" Toy and comic launching event

Our fellow Transfan Jomike is here to invite everyone for his book launch of his comics and paper toy that is called, Foldabots. Inspired from the Transformers, these paper robots change its look from robot to vehicle and animals.

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YOU ARE INVITED TO the first-ever FOLDABOTS TOY BOOK LAUNCH!

WHERE: POWERBOOKS LIVE, Greenbelt 3, Makati
WHEN: Nov. 15, 2008, Saturday
TIME: 3pm- 5pm

WEBSITE: www.foldabots.multiply.com

FOLDABOTS are cut-out paper robots that can transform into animals or vehicles, and back!.
The best thing about it is that kids can make it themselves!

FOLDABOTS is an on-going monthly publication in K-Zone Magazine since May 2006. Pinoy kids have been creating the characters that shout Pinoy pride: Buhawi, the Phil. Eagle, Kidlat the race car, Ukay the excavator truck, Bangis the guard dog and many others!

It's a fusion of art, Filipino nationalism and toy-collecting where kids don't just buy toys, but learn to create them!

THE TOY BOOK also has 12 free AGIMAT POWER playing cards for hours and hours of fun!

YOU JUST GOTTA BE THERE, And be part of Foldabots history!

The event will be covered and uploaded in Youtube for the world to see!

GAMES! DRAWING CONTEST! PRIZES! plus Special prizes for early birds who sign up!

WHERE: POWERBOOKS LIVE, Greenbelt 3 Makati
WHEN: Nov. 15, 2008, Saturday
TIME: 3pm-5-pm
WEBSITE: www.foldabots.multiply.com

See you there!
Thank you.

Jomike Tejido
Creator, FOLDABOTS toys and Comics

The 4th Annual Filipino Komiks Convention 2008

The 4th Annual Filipino Komiks Convention or Komikon kicks off this month of November, and I'll be there to cover the event and also feature the good and latest independent komiks and creators here in my blog. I'm glad that we can be part of it as a media man/blogger for the coverage, and would you know that this event started when I written a concept for the 1st year of the convention, but now the event continues without me and the Artists' Den really put up a hard work in order to do it an annual event. The event for Filipino comics now grows and now the event is back!

The event concept I did was last 2005, and this note was used to conceptualize and
organize the Komikon 2005 : 1st Philippine Komiks Convention in UP Diliman.

its an old event note, but I might do a revision soon and share it again to all
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this is my own formulated notes for our lecture in De La Salle University last thursday ( year 2005 ) for their LaSallian Enrichment Alternative Program (LEAP)

me and Artists' Den was invited to give lecture about "Making Business Through Comics" as for my part my topic was "Organizing Comics Events and Convention" in events organizing a comic event, here's my lecture notes based only from my experience and observation. An event concept that materializes into Komikon 2005.

read it here at
http://popazrael.deviantart.com/art/Comics-Events-and-Convention-14596151

read more below for details and date checklist of various comics event for November

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SOLD OUT! - McFarlane-Portacio Spawn comics

"SPAWN #185's all-new direction completely sells out!"

Press Release

30 October 2008 (Berkeley, CA) - The comic book event of the season started off with a bang as SPAWN's new direction, courtesy of Image Founders Todd McFarlane & Whilce Portacio, resulted in an immediate distribution-level sell-out!

"Obviously it’s good news to have the initial issue sell out so quickly, but now the bigger task is to continue that momentum in the issues going forward," Spawn creator Todd McFarlane said. "As a reminder, the first few issues will be a lot of setup before we kick this into high gear.  Each issue isn’t meant to be its own stand-alone book."

read more here at http://www.newsarama.com/comics/081030-mcfarlane-portacio-spawn.html

"TSUBIBO" ANG ILUSTRADOR NG KABATAAN ANNUAL EXHIBIT

Start:	Oct 28, '08
End:	Nov 14, '08
Location:	4th level, Shangri-la Plaza Mall

Children's illustrators group Ang Ilustrador ng Kabataan's (Ang I.N.K) 17th annual exhibition titled "Tsubibo" runs until Nov. 14 at the 4th level Shangri-la Plaza Mall, Mandaluyong City.

“Tsubibo,” explores one of the most popular attractions for children and children at heart: the carnival, in a showcase of over 30 works from Ang I.N.K. members using digital art, paper sculpture, drawing, painting and mixed media.

Ang I.N.K. treats its audience to the sights and sounds of the carnival as “Tsubibo” presents the carnival’s wild and wacky cast of characters, and delves into the thrills and chills of rides, arcade games, and other sideshow attractions.

Founded in 1991, Ang I.N.K.’s roster includes full-time freelance illustrators, graphic designers, painters, writer-illustrators, visual arts teachers and students, and artists working in publishing companies, design-related firms and advertising agencies. Apart from children's books, Ang I.N.K. members or "INKies" continue to produce workbooks, textbooks, murals, animated features, product designs and merchandising, both individually and as a group. Several INKies are recipients of local and international awards and continue to make names for themselves both here and abroad.

Presented by Adarna House, OMF Literature, Summit Media, and Oishi, "Tsubibo" moves to the UP College of Fine Arts Art Bazaar on November 15 for a 1-day exhibition.

Arnold Arre's Martial Law Babies graphic novel : teaser poster 3 and official website

Written by Azrael Coladilla on 4:37 PM Wednesday, October 29, 2008



I got this teaser poster again from Arnold Arre, and the book is near to hit our comic book shops and book stores. Check out also the official website http://martiallawbabies.com/

the website features a lot of goodies, from production notes, art samples and photos for the new graphic novel Martial Law Babies. Also I just found out that these teaser posters is like a countdown by year, maybe the next teaser poster is a year for 2000.

Where were you when QUAD is our Megamall and people wearing Docs and not Crocs?

About Martial Law Babies graphic novel

Award-winning graphic novelist Arnold Arre takes us on a nostalgic trip through some of the Philippines' most colorful and compelling eras - from the rigidness of pre-EDSA Manila to the dizzying, commercially-intoxicated world of the new millenium.

Allan and his friends are Martial Law Babies: born during the Marcos regime, raised by TV, and shaped by 80s music. Their ambitions may be dampened by third world realities and malcontention but they also proudly belong to a generation of dreamers who fight for their voices to be heard. They are among the so-called "Bagong Lipunan" children, trying their best to live up to their name. But over the years, as Allan watches his friends leave one by one and feels his sense of idealism wane, he starts to wonder where they are all headed.

About the author

Arnold Arre has won National Book Awards for The Mythology Class and Trip to Tagaytay. He is currently working on several other novels, all of which touch on various aspects of Filipino life. Martial Law Babies is his fourth graphic novel.
Visit www.arnold-arre.com

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KOMIKS 101 - a talk

THE FOURTH ANNUAL PHILIPPINE KOMIKS CONVENTION
with UP LUNAROCK
Presents
KOMIKS 101 - a talk

"KOMIKEROS FOR HIRE"
Filipino Comic Artists Working for Companies Abroad
Time: 10:00am - 12noon
Panelists:
Harvey Tolibao
Wilson Tortosa
Gilbert Monsanto
Melvin Calingo

"KOMIKS IN EDUCATION"
Including Comics into the Curriculum
Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Panelists:
Gerry Alanguilan
Gilbert Monsanto
Elbert Or
Emil Flores

November 17, 2008 (Monday) at the UP FINE ARTS AUDITORIUM

For more information about the event please contact Rikki of LUNAROCK at 0915-4269190 or email us at komikon[@]gmail.com

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------------------------- KOMIKON 2008 with UP LUNAROCK and UP GRAIL has scheduled week long activities from November 17-21 to be held in the UP Campus. Watch out for further announcements.

source : Artists' Den ML

Trese and Ambush comics team up

check this out coming on October 19th in the pages of Manila Bulletin.

A murder at AMbush's Campus.... and there was no solid evidence what happened or how it happened... police believed it was done by a maligno.... they called an expert. And the expert called for a team up.

Starts this October 19 to November 2
A Halloween Special for you! Only in the Manila Bulletin!

souce : http://ambush007.multiply.com/

Kriss Sison won the bronze award at 2nd International Manga Awards

Filipino comic artist Kriss Sison had just won the bronze award for the annual International Manga Awards.

read more below on some of the great news! congratulations Kriss

The Second International MANGA Award had 368 entries from 46 countries and regions, which was 222 more entries and 22 more countries and regions from the First International MANGA Award.

He was one of the 12 finalists and the only Filipino among the prestigious list. His work on Ninja Girl Ko! won him the award.

We'd like to thank all his fans for all their continued support!

We salute you Kriss!

--From the Manga Kami! Studios family - from Neurowing

My incomparable partner-in-ninja-crime, Kriss Sison, just took home a nice little souvenir from Japan. His work on Ninja Girl KO! won for him the Bronze Award at the 2nd International Manga Awards. The Second International MANGA Award had 368 entries from 46 countries and regions, which was 222 more entries and 22 more countries and regions from the First International MANGA Award. - from Marco

Diliman comics in Aswang documentary film

Tobie Abad sent us an information that his digital web comics Diliman will be a part of a documentary film about "aswangs". I got this info from his Diliman comics mailing list

Yes!

Some portions of this comic shall be part of a documentary exploring
the roots and truths behind the Aswang mythology.

Thank you to Jordan Clark for having my comic as part of the documentary!

http://www.aswangmovie.com/
http://aswangmovie. blogspot. com

Wanted : writers and illustrators

The Ateneo de Manila University-School of Government in cooperation with the Asia Foundation is currently developing a comic book that will highlight the leadership and good governance stories of Kaya Natin! Founding Members, Ramon Magsaysay Awardees Mayor Jesse Robredo (Naga City) and Gov. Grace Padaca (Isabela), together with Gov. Eddie "Among Ed" Panlilio (Pampanga).

As such, we are currently looking for volunteer writers (English and Filipino) and volunteer illustrators for this project. The comic book is aimed at promoting good governance and ethical leadership in our country.

If you are interested, please feel free to contact Kai Pastores at (02) 426-5657 or you can send an email to kai.pastores(at)yahoo(dot)com

Source : http://pgenrestories.multiply.com/journal/item/527/Wanted_Writers_And_Illustrators

Love is in the Bag Volume 2 Previews

Ace Vitangcol, comic creator of Love is in the Bag, has provided us a short preview for the upcoming volume 2, that will be available maybe this month in our local bookstores.

Love is in the Bag Volume 2's almost in stores (we're just waiting for the stock to arrive!), so for the meantime, here are some samples from the book! - Ace

more at http://acevitangcol.multiply.com/journal/item/43

Arnold Arre's Martial Law Babies graphic novel : Special Pre-order Offer

Arnold Arre just sent me some details on how to get his new graphic novel book. Just check out the 2nd teaser poster and the details below on how can you get a discounted price by pre-ordering it.

Where were you when Ninoy was shot?



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The book's retail price is Php 500 but interested readers can avail of the special pre-order offer: receive a signed copy of the book at P50-off and have it delivered straight to your address a week before its official release. :)

For more info, you may check out the website: http://www.martiallawbabies.com
or send an email to preorders@martiallawbabies.com

Please feel free to spread the word, thank you so much.

Best regards,
Arnold

Amorsolo Illustrations at Lopez Museum

guys, if you have time . Pls check out the exhibited komiks done by our masters.

The National Artist Fernando Amorsolo, while known more for his countryside scenes, was also an illustrator for novels and komiks. In fact, he provided the illustrations for the popular comic strip, “Ganito pala sa Maynila,” which satirized the social issues during the American of occupation of the Philippines, serialized in the Bagong Lipang Kalabaw magazine from 1922 to 1924.

Some of Amorsolo’s illustrations from 1909 to 1924 are showcased in “Tell-tale: The Artist as Storyteller, Amorsolo as Co-Author” at the Lopez Museum.

As an illustrator, Amorsolo had collaborated with early twentieth-century writers like Tagalog novelists Iñigo Regalado and Severino Reyes, editor Lope K. Santos, and writer-educator Camilo O. Osias.

read more here at http://pinoycentric.com/2008/10/03/amorsolo-illustrations-at-lopez-museum/

Samahang Kartunista ng Pilipinas ( SKP ) launched contest for its members

THE NATIONAL PRESS CLUB (NPC) and the Samahang Kartunista ng Pilipinas (SKP), launched yesterday the NPC-SKP annual editorial cartoon competition. The NPC-SKP Editorial Competition will be called The BoyTogs Awards in honor of Romeo “Boy” Togonon, a hard-hitting editorial cartoonist who died two years ago and who would have been a young 58-years-old on Monday.

The prizes are: P30,000 for the First Prize, P25, 000 for the Second Prize, and P20,000 fo0r third Prize. Five thousand pesos will each be given to five consolation prizes. Submission of entries and announcement of winners will be on October 10. Prizes will be handed during that day’s NPC

Read the entire article here

Arnold Arre's new graphic novel: Martial Law Babies (teaser poster)

Check out the 1st teaser poster of MARTIAL LAW BABIES. A new graphic novel of Arnold Arre.I'm really honored for posting this and being the 1st to share to everyone the teaser poster of MARTIAL LAW BABIES.

And look out the photo elements in the teaser poster, aren't that very nostalgic? ehhehe

There's a card of Go ranger (Star Ranger), Voltes V Godaiking box, Chewbacca action figure, Indian plastic toy ( tawag ko dyan tau tauhan), the logo of the 'Lipunan' something and if you were born in the 70's and being a kid during the 80's... I know you are one of those kids who watches "Uncle Bob Lucky Seven Club" on TV and fantasizes to take home all those cool toys showing on TV. Its fun to remember those years. My classmates in UST elementary school was there singing, and some of them were greeted during their birthdays, while me at home staring on TV, waiting for the latest toys to be shown and featured. I got crazy everytime they show the Dinobots of Transformers toys.. ahhh memories..

And to know something about Martial Babies, check out my previous blog post at Komiks News Now, were Luis Katigbak got an interview with Arnold Arre, and me got a glimpse of the comic pages from a far during the Neil Gaiman event ahaha.

another great Filipino graphic novel to look out for...

just watch this blog for more updates!!

thanks to Arnold and Cynthia Arre for the head ups!!

So guys... Where were you when Uncle Bob formed a club ?

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Planet X Comic shop Grand Opening in Glorietta 4 (September 27) + Comics signing, sketching, meet n greet.

We will be giving away THOUSANDS AND THOUSANDS of FREE COMICS
(similar to Free Comic Book Day)

The First 50 people in attendance (starting at noon) will receive a special print created for this event.

Featuring Special Guest Artists:

Edgar Tadeo(Wolverine, X-men)
Gerry Alanguilan (Superman, X-men, X-Force, Elmer)
Gilbert Monsanto (Bayan Knights, Hellcop, Tropa)
Leinil Yu (Secret Invasion, Wolverine, X-men)
Mico Suayan (Moon Knight, What if)
Stephen Segovia (Wolverine, Countdown to Mystery)
Budjette Tan (Trese)
KAJO (Trese)

***and possibly more artists to be confirmed

Artists will be signing from 1pm-5pm. Autographs will be free of charge.

Full sketches/drawings of the character of your choice will cost P500 each done on a standard comic sized cardboard (10.5 x 7)

(with the exception of Leinil who will not be able to sketch that day due to deadlines)

We are now taking advance reservations for full sketches/drawings

Simply send me an e-mail request with the artist and character of your choice.

For more info, please call 915-2744
or email us at planetxcomics@gmail.com

First come first served.

THANKS EVERYONE...SEE YOU ALL AT THE GRAND OPENING OF PLANET X - GLORIETTA!

Read more here

Comic book signings, launching and event ( Manila, Philippines

check out this schedules and mark your calendar.. time now for another meet and greet with our comic creators.

Book Launch: Private Iris #2 by Jamie Bautista and Arnold Arre

Start:	Sep 20, '08 5:00p
Location:	Powerbooks Megamall

September 20, 2008 2:00 to 5:00PM: Powerbooks Megamall

September 27, 2008 2:00 to 5:00PM: Powerbooks Mall of Asia

Private Iris #2: The Spirit of the Shoemaker is out! Glowing slime. Floating objects. Mysterious messages appearing on walls. Kids are willing to pay any price to get rid of this unwanted ghost. But Private Iris and Danton think that it's a big hoax to trick the kids out of their money. Find out how they will solve this mystery in the latest copy of Private Iris. Fun games and activities await kids during the book launch!

Book Signing with Pol Medina Jr.

Start:	Sep 27, '08 4:00p
Location:	Powerbooks Greenbelt

September 27, 2008 4:00PM: Powerbooks Greenbelt

Favorite Filipino cartoonist and Powerbooks Filipino Author of the Month Pol Medina Jr. will head to Powerbooks again to sign your Pugad Baboy collection! Make sure to grab a copy of his latest book, Pugad Baboy 20 at Powerbooks.

source: http://powerbooks.multiply.com/

COMIC BOOK SIGNING @ Planet X Grand Opening

Glorietta, Makati

September 27, 2008

1pm-5pm

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Christian Voltar Alcala meets Stan Lee

Written by azrael on 3:05 AM Wednesday, September 17, 2008

Christian Voltar Alcala, son of the late Filipino master comics illustrator Alfredo Alcala, is here having a big meeting with the legendary Stan Lee, co-creator and writer of famous comic books such as Captain America, Spider-Man Fantastic Four, Iron Man, Thor, The Incredible Hulk and the X-Men.



IT’S EXCALIBUR AND EXCELSIOR!
By: Christian Voltar Alcala

Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles, CA

On May 4, 2008, my mom along with my wife and I drove from Vallejo to Los Angeles to attend a comic book convention where Stan Lee is a special guest.

It was a great experience meeting the legendary Stan Lee and my heart leaped with gladness upon having the honor of meeting this great man with such splendor and strength.

Here is Stan Lee’s reminiscence on my dad’s artworks, as I carry on the torch of my father’s legacy:

“Dear Christian,

I am highly honored that you would want me to write a few words about your father's wonderful artwork-- and about yours.

Rarely does a son manage to carry on a glorious tradition as splendidly as you have carried on your father's.

I remember Alfredo's illustrations well. They were almost poetic in their beauty. He was indeed a master illustrator who put so much of himself and his imagination in every drawing. We at Marvel are proud to have worked with such a gifted artist and such a true gentleman.

I wish you every success as you so capably follow in his fabled footsteps.

Excelsior!
Stan Lee

”I respect this noble and righteous man for his achievements, as much as I love and respected my father. He is true to his word, the qualities of a great knight in shining armor which shines with honor throughout the entire Kingdom of Camelot.

In 2006, Roy Thomas and Stan Lee had a project on Marvel and it was an honor when Roy and Stan acknowledged me their book-“Stan Lee’s Amazing Marvel Universe”.

I shall always treasure this book as I have treasured my father’s legacy.

EXCALIBUR!

© 2008 Christian Voltar Alcala

Christian Voltar Alcala
Proprietor/Artist
The Alcala Legacy
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cell: (415) 902-8218
email: christianvolt76@yahoo.com

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OtakonEK Convention 2008 finally launched in the Philippines

OtakonEK convention 2008
website http://www.enchantedkingdom.com.ph/otakonek

OTAKUS TRANSFORM!

Enchanted Kingdom to Hold OtakonEK 2008

OtakonEK 2008

Riding on this popularity, the country's first and only world-class theme park is giving a new twist to the popular anime convention by holding it this time at Enchanted Kingdom. "OtakonEK 2008" promises a colorful pop festival of anime, toys, manga, movies, video games, and music amid the park's exciting and spectacular rides and attractions.

Guaranteed to give spice to any anime convention are the cosplayers or costume players. Cosplaying originated in Japan in 1978 and is rapidly gaining popularity in the country. Aside from anime themes, fantasy and science-fiction movies have also become part of cosplaying, owing to the international success of films such as "The Matrix", "Star Wars", "Harry Potter" and "The Lord of the Rings".

Many otakus like to dress up in their favorite characters and even act the part! They prefer to do their own costumes although here in the Philippines, some are commissioned. Costume competitions are regularly held during these conventions.

"OtakonEK 2008" provides a perfect venue for cosplayers as they can come to the park for FREE this September 28, 2008 provided they come in their full costume. Characters from an animation, comics, toys, gaming, TV or movies are accepted.

A cosplayer may pre-register at http://www.enchantedkingdom.com.ph/otakonek before September 28, 2008 or register at the park gate near the Group Sales Office on the event day itself from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM. EK reserves the right to refuse free entrance to those who do not meet the criteria and to those who do not meet the park's standards for wholesome and safe entertainment.

Who will you be on OtakonEK 2008? Unleash the "otaku" in you this September!

Be part of the excitement and come to Enchanted Kingdom where the magic stays with you!

For inquiries, you may call the Marketing Department at (632) 812-7232 or visit our website at www.enchantedkingdom.com.ph.

Event website :http://www.enchantedkingdom.com.ph/otakonek

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For Booth exhibitors who would like to avail the FREE booth at the event
email us at otakonek@gmail.com with your :


Name:
Store / group / community / name:
items:
events attended:
contact:
email :
website :

we will contact you this week via email with info about the booth layout and ingress details.

no need to pay anything to get inside the park or rent a space.

Pedriña and his Kapampangan Comic Book Superheroes

great to see Ner Pedrina being featured

you can read more about the comic artist and his works here in The Prodigal Kamaru at http://kamaru.blogspot.com/2008/09/pedria-and-his-kapampangan-comic-book.html

Kabalen Superheroes in Pinoy Comics

Although now based in Manila and working for Tagalog/English comics, Kapampangan elements have not failed to disappear from Pedriña's consciousness, as in his collection of original Pinoy superheroes titled Sanduguan (blood compact), most of the lead protagonists are Kapampangan.

“Most of what we have [in comics] are Tagalogs and Americans,” Pedriña explains. “I want diversity so I make characters from Mindanao, Kalinga, Bohol, Ilocos, Laguna, etc. but a lot of my characters are Kapampangan.”

Carlo Pagulayan is back in the Planet Hulk

this is one great news! I was with Carlo Pagulayan last saturday at the arts fest and forgot to ask some news about comics and his works. but this new update makes me tickle and get excited as they are back in Planet Skaar. read more below

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The Planet Hulk Team Reunites To Explore Skaar's Past!

He is the son of the jade giant and he is destined to smash-he is Skaar,
Son of Hulk!! His name is Skaar and on a war-torn alien planet he has
many tales to share in this one-shot special, Skaar: Son of Hulk
Presents: Savage World of Sakaar, reuniting the Planet Hulk creative
team! Join critically acclaimed writer, Greg Pak, along with
fan-favorite artists Carlo Pagulayan, Timothy Green & Gabriel Hardman,
as they share new and untold tales from the savage world of Sakaar!
After Skaar joined forced with the beautiful and deadly Princess Omaka,
they make their way towards Prophet Rock. Frightened refugees tell
startling stories of limitless power that could very well affect the
planet Sakaar! Prepare for revelations galore for some old and new
faces as Skaar finds out more about himself. And maybe, even, a
particular green goliath might make an appearance!

How did Skaar grow up to be the warrior he is today? How exactly do his
powers work? What is the origin of Princess Omaka? Find out the
answers to these questions and more in Skaar: Son of Hulk Presents:
Savage World of Sakaar!

SKAAR: SON OF HULK PRESENTS: SAVAGE WORLD OF SAKAAR (JUL082339)

Written by GREG PAK

Pencils by CARLO PAGULAYAN, TIM TRUMAN, TIMOTHY GREEN & GABRIEL HARDMAN

Cover by RON GARNEY

Parental Advisory ...$3.99

FOC-9/04/08, On-Sale-9/24/08

The Ultimate Filipino Komiks Team-up! The Astonishers!

this is it! the ultimate team up of Komiks characters that is published at Manila Bulletin. It is another milestone of komiks in the history of the Philippines!

source : ambush007

This Sunday (Sept.7) , buy your favorite Manila Bulletin Newspaper and read the first chapter of the Astonishers!!!! A team-up of the characters of the MB komiks team: Ambush with Stanley Chi's Karate Kwang, Julius Villanueva's Zeke, Strong Franco's Quipino, Freely Abrigo's Kulas, Eugene Cubillo's Botchog, Greco M's Beho and other surprise guest stars!

Job Opening at SPUTNIK COMICS

got this via cinemanila's ML

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Here's the requirements for the store manager of Sputnik Comics!!!
-College graduate.
-Responsible.
-Approachable.
-Multi-tasker.
-Punctual.
-Organized.
-Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office.
-Knowledge/Interest in comics is a bonus.

Job will entail basic accounting skills.
This will be a full-time job. store hours will be from 2pm-10pm.
These are the most important traits we are looking for.
We are holding interviews at Sputnik on Thursday 8pm.

Sputnik Comics, Cubao Expo, formerly Marikina Shoe Expo.
Gen. Romulo Ave. Feel free to drop by.
Just look for Jason (09236546191) or Lyle. Bring your resume and id photo.

Thanks :)

16th Noma Concours for Picture Book Illustrations

The Asia/Pacific Cultural Centre for UNESCO (ACCU) calls for participants to the Noma Concours for Picture Book Illustrations, a biennial contest organised since 1978. This Concours is designed to discover up-and-coming, adult illustrators, graphic designers and artists in Asia (except Japan), the Pacific, Africa, Arab States, Latin America and the Caribbean, to provide an occasion at which they can present their works widely and to offer incentives for their creative activities.

The International Jury is comprised of well-known editors and illustrators of children' s books from different countries, and the jury members meet in Tokyo and select one Grand Prize winner, two Second Prize winners, ten Runner-up winners and twenty Encouragement Prize winners. The prize-winning works are exhibited the following year in Tokyo and at the Biennale of Illustrations Bratislava (BIB) in Slovakia, ensuring their exposure to a wide audience and generating opportunities for publication. All prize-winners are awarded with a medal designed by Mr. Sugita Yutaka. In addition, cash prizes are given to recipients in the Grand Prize (US$ 3,000), Second Prize (US$1,000) and Runner-up (US$300) categories. The award-winning works are presented at this website, as well as in the catalogue in book format.

The Concours is operated under the Noma International Book Development Fund, which was established in commemoration of the receipt of the first International Book Award in 1974 by the late Mr. Noma Shoichi, the then president of Kodansha publishing company and Vice-President of the Asia/Pacific Cultural Centre for UNESCO (ACCU).

In 1983, the Noma Concours began official exchanges with the BIB, an international exhibition that focuses mainly on works from Western artists, and since then the winning works from the Noma Concours have been shown in Europe. The Tokyo and Bratislava exhibitions provide an unparalleled opportunity and source of incentive for Concours prize-winners.

General Conditions for Entry

Who can enter?

Nationals of UNESCO Member States in Asia (except Japan), the Pacific, Latin America & the Caribbean, Africa and the Arab States.

What to submit for an entry?

1.	Either one or the other of the following: a. Illustrations for unpublished books b. Illustrations for published books, as long as they have not been published in countries in Europe, North America, Australia, Japan and New Zealand.
2.	Entries must be original illustrations prepared for picture books
3.	One entry should comprise five or more separate illustrations for one story
4.	Entrants should be above 15 years old.

When will the next Concours be?
The 16th Noma Concours has now start soliciting entries. The closing date is 30 September 2008.

For detailed information about the next Concours, please visit the web site: http://www.accu.or.jp/noma/english/about/e_index.html

source : http://www.ncca.gov.ph/about-ncca/announcements/International%20desk/intl-nomaconcours2008.php