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The final battle of Gandalf vs. Dumbledore
4 days ago
Since the dawn of nerds, there have been epic feuds between fan favorites on who would win in such a battle, especially between Hogwarts own Dumbledore and the wizard Gandalf of Middle-earth. Gandalf is the wizard of all wizards in Middle-earth, and Dumbledore is the wizard who acted as a guide More >
Some highlights from the Long Beach Comic Expo!
5 days ago
This past weekend a few of us got to experience the Long Beach Comic Expo (Not to be confused with the Long Beach Comic Convention, which takes place in November). This particular expo itself was only for one day only and was very low key. It was small and had the vibe of how the traditional Comic More >
The Last of Us gets the LittleBigPlanet, short fan film and fan art treatment
1 week ago
Can you believe that The Last of Us is coming out next month? After being delayed, it’s almost finally upon us. In celebration of the game, Naughty Dog hosted a contest that gave fans a chance at immortality. Winners for each category will have their names stamped on a Firefly pendant that players More >
McFarlane Toys Walking Dead Series 3 Figures review
2 weeks ago
McFarlane Toys has now released the 3rd generation of The Walking Dead figures that are both extremely detailed and life-like. Priced at the very affordable tag of $14.99 on sites like Amazon.com, ClarkToys.com, and also in comic book stores near you, these figures provide The Walking Dead More >
Check out these Iron Man 3 poster art from Mondo
2 weeks ago
Mondo has released some new Iron Man 3 poster artworks that will be available for sale on May 3, 2013 (the same date as the movie’s release).
The top two features art from Martin Ansin. He’s Mondo’s go-to guy for a sleek movie poster.
The below poster features the Iron Man armory featuring the More >
This female doll body is perfect for artists
3 weeks ago
Sure, this figure may look pervy, but it’s really great for artists. As a former art student, one of my favorite tools to use during college was the poseable wooden figure that you would get at those art stores. But if you’re looking for more realistic female poses, then toss that wooden figure More >
The Art of The Croods book review
3 weeks ago
With an all-star cast featuring the voices of Nicolas Cage, Emma Stone, and Ryan Reynolds, it’s no wonder that The Croods opened with a smashing $43 million. DreamWorks Animation has long been considered one of the greats when considering the list of animated movies that it has created being More >
Archie Comics presents: Sonic & Mega Man – When Worlds Collide Trailer
1 month ago
Since San Diego Comic-Con 2012, Archie has been hyping up this comic book crossover featuring the Blue Bomber Mega Man and the fastest thing alive Sonic Hedgehog in When Worlds Collide. As a fan of both series, I’m pretty excited for this 12-issue comic series.
Dr. Eggman and Dr. Wily team up and More >
Wondercon 2013: Kotobukiya Spring Preview 2013
1 month ago
At WonderCon 2013, Kotobukiya showcased their Spring Preview line which included previous announcements from New York Toy Fair and a couple of new announcements exclusive for WonderCon. I am especially loving the new “Cu-poche” line, which has similarities to the Nendoroid line but features a More >
Fan-made Portal and Skyrim Little Golden Books artwork
1 month ago
Chances are if you were born a baby you have come in contact with the world famous Little Golden Books. Little Golden Books is a children’s book series that has been running from as early as 1942. Since 2002, over 2 billion books have been printed for the iconic franchise.
Recently, illustrator More >
The Superhero Media Crossover Project by Butcher Billy
1 month ago
Digital artist Butcher Billy created art by replacing characters in live-action superhero movie stills with the original classic comic book versions! Genius.
Butcher Billy wrote:
It’s easy to forget how much the comic stylings of the 60’s and 70’s have inspired modern films and just how timeless More >
Rooster Teeth releases the ‘Black’ trailer for Monty Oum’s RWBY
1 month ago
Rooster Teeth has just released the “Black” trailer for the upcoming RWBY animated series (pronounced ruby) by Monty Oum. The trailer premiered during the RWBY panel at PAX East in Boston, MA. It features the third character of the series, with one more character trailer to go before the series More >
Goliath and friends brought back to life in these awesome Gargoyles artworks
2 months ago
by John 'Spartan' Nguyen
in Art
If there’s one thing I wish that Disney would bring to the big screen, it would be Gargoyles. It’s one of my favorite cartoon shows as a kid, and artist DigitalTofu has brought joy to Gargoyles fans by creating his own dark and scary versions of the beloved stoned creatures. The whole gang is here More >
Marvel and DC heroes and villains as silhouetted kids
2 months ago
Andy Fairhurst has created some really cool silhouettes of kids using their imagination to become the superheroes or supervillains they want to become in the Marvel and DC Universe. We have heroes like Wolverine using branches as claws, Magneto using horseshoe magnets, Thor holding a carpenter’s More >
Suicide Girls: Hard Girls, Soft Light (Hardcover) – Review
2 months ago
The term “model” has changed through the past couple of years and the SuicideGirls are a great example of that. If I asked you what your definition of a beautiful model was and what their lifestyle was like, what would you say? I bet a majority would say that they live in New York, stay in More >
Review: The Art of DEAD SPACE
3 months ago
We recently received a new art book from Titan Books that explores the perverse horrific world of Dead Space. “The Art of Dead Space” gives an in-depth look at the art behind one of the most successful survival horror franchises in recent history. From the creation of Isaac Clarke to the More >
Adam and Dog, the Oscar-nominated animated short, is now online
3 months ago
I love how we’re getting all these news about the animated short nominees for the Academy Awards but yet nothing for live-action shorts. Oh, that’s because animation is awesome! Disney recently released its Paperman animated short online, and then we had the chance to watch Head Over Heels, a More >
Guess what the #1 book in America is?
3 months ago
Have you guessed what the #1 book in America yet? I’ll give you a hint. It rhymes with Yoda, and the picture shown below is pretty much a dead giveaway.
The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia art book has achieved greatness in video game history. Let’s pop the champagne bottles. According to the More >
Head Over Heels: Our review of the Oscar-nominated animated short
Head Over Heels is an American animated short directed by Timothy Reckart and produced by Fodhla Cronin O’Reilly. It is currently in the running for Best Animated Short at the 2013 Academy Awards alongside Adam and Dog, Fresh Guacamole, The Longest Daycare, and Paperman.
Head Over Heels is a More >
Faces of the Universe
3 months ago
by John 'Spartan' Nguyen
in Art
Any fans of Masters of the Universe? If so, you’re going to dig this. Here’s an artwork by James Boorman of Masters of the Universe called Faces of the Universe. it’s his homage to the many characters from the vintage toy line. Enjoy!
Source: James Boorman’s Tumblr
Kickstarter: Gumshoes 4 Hire from Spectacular Spider-Man artist, Sean ‘Cheeks’ Galloway
3 months ago
by John 'Spartan' Nguyen
in Art
Sean “Cheeks” Galloway, lead character designer for Spectacular Spider-Man Animated, Hellboy Animated, and covers for Teen Titan’s Go!, is working on getting his Gumshoes 4 Hire Kickstarter campaign to reach its goal. The campaign will help fund the 52-page Kickstarter storyarc comic book and More >
Artist Spotlight: Jon Peters, Nerdzilla, and his art form
3 months ago
It’s not everyday that I get the opportunity to meet some cool people in this world. Even less often that friends from long ago introduce me to people who have particular skills that I have kept to a third grade deficiency - this case, ability to produce art.
Steve Ahmad: I have to say, the first More >
The Legend of Zelda: Hyrule Historia is the top-selling book on Amazon
3 months ago
Even in book form, The Legend of Zelda is taking names and kicking ass as the #1 bestseller at Amazon’s bookstore. It was even #1 when it was only available as a pre-order. Don’t underestimate the power of the Triforce. The Legend of Zelda art book, Hyrule Historia, beat out other top sellers More >
Disney’s Paperman short is now online
3 months ago
Damn you Disney for making this wonderful and sweet animated short. Now it’s going to give men everywhere hope that if they throw paper airplanes toward a woman, said woman will fall for them at first sight (that is if you guys met before and she left her kiss imprints on your paper). Paperman is More >
Disney wants classic Star Wars artist back for Episode VII
3 months ago
Update: It seems that there was a misunderstanding in the interview. Here’s his updated response.
“Misunderstood… A couple of friends at Disney were fantasizing about the new STAR WARS movies. ‘Disney’ has said nothing to me and I expect nothing. That a couple of friends were wishing is only an More >
