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An interview with comic book artist Guiseppe Camuncoli
Worlds of Wonder
By KALEON RAHAN
Italian artist Guiseppe Camuncoli digs the sideburns.
NEXT month, the Singapore Toys, Games and Comic Convention (STGCC), regarded as the biggest comics-related event in the region, will once again take place at Suntec in Singapore from Dec 10 to 12. Since its introduction in 2008, the event has grown from strength to strength as seen by the increasing variety and quality of its content and creative talents.
Dramatic: Giuseppe Camuncoli’s Dark WolverineThis year’s creative talents include Esad Ribic (Loki, Sub Mariner), Salvador Larocca (Iron Man), Guiseppe Camuncoli (Daken, Wolverine, Jonah Hex), Lienil Francis Yu (Secret Invasion) and David Lloyd (V For Vendetta).
As a build-up to the event, we will post updates on the event and interview some of the creative talents, starting with Camuncoli, 35, who is making waves with Daken and Wolverine. Through a recent e-mail exchange, I had a chance to delve into Guiseppe’s psyche and found out that the friendly Italian-born artist has a fetish for sideburns and subconsciously wants to be Wolverine.
What is your favourite comic book that you have worked on? Why?
It’s very hard for me to name one comic book among the many I’ve worked on. Every single one of them, even the less inspired or successful, still holds (and always will hold) a special place in my heart. For some sentimental reason, though, I can probably tell you that when I had the chance in 2007 to work on the follow-up to Hugo Pratt’s series The Scorpions Of The Desert for French publisher Casterman, it was an unbelievable surprise. Hugo Pratt, the late creator of Corto Maltese, has always been one of my all-time favourite creators, and when they chose me to continue his epic story, it really felt like an unbelievable gift.
Having worked on different genres/settings – occult (Hellblazer), tech-pop (Intimates), space/cosmic (Heralds Of Galactus), Western (Jonah Hex), etc) – what would you like to draw next?
DraculaWhich comic book artist/writer is your biggest influence?
In addition to Hugo Pratt, others would be Sergio Toppi, Moebius, Katsuhiro Otomo, José Munoz, Mike Mignola, Jim Lee, Frank Miller, Frank Quitely, Dave McKean, Ted McKeever, David Mazzucchelli, Chris Bachalo, Marc Hempel, Adam Kubert ... the list could go on. I’m pretty sure that once I see the interview printed, I’d curse myself for having forgotten to name a lot of other creators that have definitely changed my approach to style and storytelling with their art.
Loved your work on The Intimates, particularly the presentation and dynamism. Will there be an Intimates sequel?
I think it could be very difficult, but never say never. It’s incredible to see how many people nowadays are still big fans of that series. Too bad it didn’t sell well enough at the time to keep it going, especially as Joe Casey and I had great plans for the book.
‘I love to work on intense, possibly dramatic, stories,’ says comic book artist Giuseppe CamuncoliNot so many, to be honest. There can be small or big differences in some things, but that apply as well inside the same company. It really depends on the book you work on, and the people you work with. But overall, I’m having a blast working with both companies. Call me lucky or whatever, but so far there’s not been any single editor/professional or company that I’ve worked with that gave me a hard time. Everyone has always treated me like a king, and I try to return that same kind of attitude with anyone.
Jonah Hex (movie version) vs John Constantine. Who do you think would win in a no holds barred fight?
That’s tough. They’re both very unpredictable characters so it would be close to a draw, in my opinion. But John Constantine maybe could win with an unexpected move, his sense of honour could possibly allow him to do stuff that Jonah would never do.
If you could be a character that you have drawn, who would you choose to be?
Wolverine. I’ve always liked his looks, as I love sideburns. Plus the healing factor could allow me to do anything and always feel good. Or, alternatively, Cole Cash, aka Grifter from WildCats – another sideburns badass.
article source: http://thestar.com.my/lifestyle/story.asp?file=/2010/11/19/lifebookshelf/7443329&sec=lifebookshelf
■ For more info on the Singapore Toys, Games and Comic Convention, browse www.singaporetgcc.com
Deathly Hallows - Part 1 breaks franchise record.
Opening at approximately 3,700 locations in North America, the midnight shows sold out in advance, as fans lined up for hours to be among the first to see Part 1 of the series' final title. The midnight grosses eclipsed the previous record of $22.2 million, set by the sixth film, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, which opened at midnight on July 15, 2009.
In announcing the new record, Fellman stated, "What makes it even more remarkable is that this film opened in the fall on what is, for most people, a school or work night. The last film opened in the middle of summer, making a midnight show more accessible to a larger segment of the audience. We are all thrilled by these early grosses, which we believe are just the beginning of a record-breaking opening weekend. We are releasing Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 at 4,125 locations and on over 9,400 screens in an effort to ensure that the fans who have been eagerly awaiting the film will have every opportunity to see it."
Warner Bros. Pictures presents a Heyday Films Production, a David Yates Film, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1, a motion picture event in two full-length parts. The film is being distributed worldwide by Warner Bros. Pictures, a Warner Bros. Entertainment Company.
Heading the cast, Daniel Radcliffe, Rupert Grint and Emma Watson reprise the roles of Harry Potter, Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger. The film's ensemble cast also includes Helena Bonham Carter, Robbie Coltrane, Ralph Fiennes, Michael Gambon, Brendan Gleeson, Richard Griffiths, John Hurt, Rhys Ifans, Jason Isaacs, Bill Nighy, Alan Rickman, Fiona Shaw, Timothy Spall, Imelda Staunton, David Thewlis, Warwick Davis, Tom Felton, Toby Jones, David Legeno, Simon McBurney, Helen McCrory, Nick Moran, Peter Mullan, David O'Hara, Clémence Poésy, Natalia Tena, Julie Walters, Mark Williams and Bonnie Wright.
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 was directed by David Yates, who also helmed Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix and Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince. David Heyman, the producer of all of the Harry Potter films, again produced the film, together with David Barron and J.K. Rowling. Steve Kloves adapted the screenplay, based on the novel by J.K. Rowling. Lionel Wigram is the executive producer, with John Trehy and Tim Lewis serving as co-producers.
Concurrently with its theatrical release, the film is being released in select IMAX theatres. Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1 has been digitally re-mastered into the unparalleled image and sound quality of The IMAX Experience through proprietary IMAX DMR technology.
article reposted from http://movies.ign.com/articles/113/1136017p1.html
Art Water Skin the bottle competition
Art Water is challenging the talented deviantART Community to make its mark on their unique bottle shape with label designs that represent YOUR creative vision.
It’s your chance to compete to have your artwork dress bottles of Art Water in stores!
Conform only to the shape of the bottle and create an Art Water label that represents your aesthetic insight. How you feel the bottle should look or what you think the bottle should say is how Art Water wants YOU to design it.
Official Rules
It’s your chance to compete to have your artwork dress bottles of Art Water in stores!
Conform only to the shape of the bottle and create an Art Water label that represents your aesthetic insight. How you feel the bottle should look or what you think the bottle should say is how Art Water wants YOU to design it.
Official Rules
Three Steps to Success
1. Download the template & create your own bottle artwork.
The template will provide you with a rectangular "skin" outline representing the dimensions of the actual label that wraps around the bottle. Place your artwork into the rectangular template. There is also a side-view of the bottle, which you may optionally use (in addition to the required rectangular skin) to show off your artwork on an actual bottle shape.Create anything you want using the template so long as it represents your vision. Your entry should show the Art Water name in whatever design or placement you choose.
Helpful tip: The Art Water bottle is clear, meaning you can play with the transparency for some crazy layering effects. Now download the template and start creating!
Download Bottle Template
Upload your Artwork to one of three categories: photography, traditional art and digital art.
Save your artwork as a GIF, JPG or PNG and upload it to deviantART via the buttons below.Upload Photography Entry Upload Traditional Art Entry Upload Digital Art Entry *The photography category is for any entry in which photography is the dominant medium used and any entry using photomanipulation techniques based on photographs.
Win Awesome Prizes!
Art Water will select a winning entry in each category. Each winner will receive the prize package described below. To win, be sure your entry follows the rules!Official Rules
There will be one photographer, one digital artist, and one traditional artist chosen to have their designs appear as Art Water bottle labels and sold throughout the United States!
Each artist will receive $1,500 USD, 8,000 deviantART Points, and a one year Premium Membership to deviantART!
Artists will also receive a $0.03 royalty for every bottle that is sold with their design on it. Click here for more information about the royalty.
Each artist will receive $1,500 USD, 8,000 deviantART Points, and a one year Premium Membership to deviantART!
Artists will also receive a $0.03 royalty for every bottle that is sold with their design on it. Click here for more information about the royalty.
Rules
Entry must be received by 11:59:59 PM (PT) on November 30, 2010 and be submitted to the Contest gallery on www.deviantart.com "click here."- Entrants must be at least 18 years old to participate;
- Entries must be in GIF, PNG, or JPG file format. Winners will be required to submit PSD or vector files at the conclusion of the Competition;
- Entries must originate in one of the following mediums: photography, traditional art, or digital art and be submitted to the corresponding gallery;
- Entries must conform to the template provided;
- Entries must be created specifically for this contest;
- Entries may not use any watermarks, distinguishing artist marks, trademarks, recognizable people or any content not generated by the artist;
- Entrant may submit more than one entry;
- You must be a member of deviantART to enter. Membership is free.
- ART WATER WILL OWN AND CONTROL ALL AWARD WINNING WORKS AND WINNING ENTRANTS WILL ASSIGN ALL RIGHTS OF EVERY KIND IN AND TO THEIR RESPECTIVE WORKS UNDER COPYRIGHT OR OTHERWISE AS A CONDITION TO BEING DECLARED A WINNER. A COPY OF THE ASSIGNMENT CAN BE VIEWED HERE.
- Other requirements and restrictions apply, please read the Official Rules carefully.
Judging
One winner in each category (photography, traditional art and digital art) will be chosen by the CEO of Art Water!Designs will be judged based on the following criteria: Superlative Visual Design, Best Utilization of the Art Water Bottle Design, and Overall Artistic Presentation/Appeal.
Official Rules
Submission Categories
Upload Photography Entry Upload Traditional Art Entry Upload Digital Art EntryFor more details, check out www.artwater.com.
We needed to make a statement that our BOTTLE IS OUR BRAND, not our logo. The shape is who we are and we wanted an honest, strong, and dynamic look to our brand. A bottle that had an unmistakable distinguished look and feel to it. There was only one person to turn to, Jason Castriota. The world famous supercar designer behind the Ferrari P4/5, Bertone Mantide, Rolls Royce Hyperion, Maserati Birdcage, Ferrari 599GTB, Ferrari 612K, Maserati GranTurismo and the new second generation SSC Ultimate Aero.
Now we are turning to YOU to create our skin!
Now we are turning to YOU to create our skin!
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