It's a Boy!

Today, Comixpress sent us the first batch of Bamn #1 --- fresh from the printer. These are the copies that will be sold at the Smal Press Expo this weekend (October 4th - 5th 2008).

The expression on Dave's face (pictured above) says it all.

Spitting in the face of cynicism, I must say, even if we don't sell a single copy...this makes it ALL worth it.

It took a year to get to this point. Jay spending night and day just to pencil these 27 pages...me passing out on his couch with my laptop on my chest after spending an entire night ironing out story details. In the process, I think we pissed off both our girlfriends and sometimes each other.

The comic book is alive, surreal, and very much OURS!

Now we just have 6 more issues to go.

The book will soon be available for $2.99 at Comixpress and Alliance Comics and Games (we'll post more details as they become available).

It'll go for $3.00 at SPX. You can find us at table "W32."

Now that we have a few days of downtime, please join us not just at SPX but (if you're in the area) come to Blackfin for our release party. It's this Thursday (October 2nd 2008).

But MOST importantly come to Bethesda for the Small Press Expo. You can buy Bamn #1 at our table, as well as stickers, buttons, and we will even provide sketches (Well, Jay and Dave will. Not me. I can't draw for $#!+).

See you this weekend,

Troy

Okay. Here is one more shot of Dave...

You're Invited to: Bamn's "Album" Release Party

Blackfin restaurant has agreed to host a pre-SPX release party for us fanboys. We're not rich yet! So don't start thinking you're gonna be getting free drinks! We are getting our own private section our very own drink specials and appetizers. Got it?!

-The party specials are from 8pm to 10pm and ONLY for our party!

-We will have our own VIP section

-You do not have to leave after 10pm (but drinks go back to regular price)

-Appetizers are complimentary/free

-There is no line. Just tell them whose party you're with!

-$2 "You name it." So all drinks (mixed, beer, etc.) at our party will be 2 bucks!

-The dress code is casual but, hey, it's a celebration...so dress decent!

-Invite as many additional people as you want.

Here's more:

BlackFinn is the perfect place to celebrate the day’s accomplishments, toast a colleague, entertain a client or just unwind with a cold beer and some serious contemporary American fare. Whether you’re looking for a casual bite or a more dining experience, the Finn is sure to please. Are you still in your suit? Did you have a casual day? Did you spend the day at a golf outing? It doesn’t matter. The inviting atmosphere at BlackFinn makes everyone feel comfortable. The bartender is going to treat you like a regular, you’re going to hear the music that you love, and everyone will be looking for fun.You work hard. You deserve BlackFinn.

-http://www.blackfinnbethesda.com/index.php

Event Info

Host:
Bamn!

Type:
Party - Club Party

Start Time:
Thursday, October 2, 2008 at 8:00pm

End Time:
Friday, October 3, 2008 at 1:00am

Location:
Blackfinn Restaurant & Saloon
4901 Fairmont Ave.
Bethesda, MD 20814

(301) 951 5681

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Before. After.

Jay wanted to share some "compare and contrast" images on the page. Here is page 19 as an early layout/sketch and here is it's older brother ready for print (minus dialouge)...

Our process (ever evolving) is kinda Marvel-methody. I write a plot synopsis, Jay starts sketching image ideas while I actually script and then we edit it accordingly (facial expressions, angles, etc).

I recall Warren Ellis saying he hated this approach. I can't blame him but it's had some advantages (more collaborative between artist and writer) and disadvantages (certain character emotions get lost in translation).

We'll try it again for issue #2

-Troy