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

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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!

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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

source : http://gerry.alanguilan.com/

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
www.comicspace.com/alcala_legacy/
www.myspace.com/guitarsaint76
http://christianvolt.blogs.friendster.com/photos/art_exhibits/
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!