Horror is finally coming to Zombie Ink Comics! In 2010, Zombie Ink Comics will be releasing a horror anthology in the style of Tales from the Crypt entitled: Weird Tales of Horror! The first issue will feature terror-tales from artist/film producer Terry Kimmel, painter Tony "Monk" Skubis, and Zombie Ink founder, Kyle J. Kaczmarczyk!
Zombie Ink Comics is also proud to announce that we have added a couple of members to our staff. A few months ago we welcomed author Lori Staufenberger as our editor. Lori is best known for her novellas "Eternal Winter" and "From Blood to Fire." And just last week Tyler Oakley joined our team as a colorist! We want to give both the warmest welcome!
Finally, due to some personal and professional issues Matty Mask will no longer be producing the 6" Red Eye bust. From a personal recommendation from Matty Mask himself Special F/X guru and sculptor Andrew Lavin will be taking over the task! Andrew is best known for his work with Buffalo Nickel productions and his work will be featured prominently in the upcoming feature film Slime City Massacre.
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Jerry Lange Does The Red Eye!
Hey guys,
I am beyond proud to announce that the ever amazing Jerry Lange will be contributing the covers for The Red Eye Issues #7 - 10!
I met Jerry a couple years ago at the Buffalo Comicon and we've kept in touch since. He was also one of the fine gentlemen who contributed a pin-up to The Red Eye Vol. 1: Lost to the Future TPB. But Jerry is best known for his contributions as artist to Lifelike from IDW Comics.
I had all intentions of doing the covers myself like I did on the first story arc, but when Jerry asked if he could lend his beautiful style to the covers there was no way I could say "no."
I can't wait to see what he puts together for us!
- K.
I am beyond proud to announce that the ever amazing Jerry Lange will be contributing the covers for The Red Eye Issues #7 - 10!
I met Jerry a couple years ago at the Buffalo Comicon and we've kept in touch since. He was also one of the fine gentlemen who contributed a pin-up to The Red Eye Vol. 1: Lost to the Future TPB. But Jerry is best known for his contributions as artist to Lifelike from IDW Comics.
I had all intentions of doing the covers myself like I did on the first story arc, but when Jerry asked if he could lend his beautiful style to the covers there was no way I could say "no."
I can't wait to see what he puts together for us!
- K.
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
The $2.99 Plague... Some People STILL Don't Want Comics for Kids?!
So I was perusing the Twitter and caught something that web comic genius Ryan North (Dinosaur Comics) posted yesterday regarding New York Times writer Nicholas Kristof. Mr. Kristof wrote an article back on July 4th regarding suggestions for the Best Kids' Books which you can read here: http://kristof.blogs.nytimes.com/2009/07/04/the-best-kids-books-ever/
Now, don't get me wrong, I by no means think that kids reading is a bad thing. What both Mr. North and I found appalling was the last part of the following paragraph:
"So now it’s your turn. What are your favorite children’s books, and why would you recommend them? Some readers will undoubtedly come for ideas, so be detailed and persuasive. And of course, kids are welcome to list their own favorites. But if you mention a comic book, I’m going to report you to your school librarian!"
In a time when comics have moved beyond trivial nonsense and become intelligent pieces of literature in their own right, why are we still hearing things like this? I feel like we've returned to arguments people were using as far back as the 1920's. According to these narrow-minded folks, somehow comic books are below traditional forms of literature. Even back then, folks who subscribed to this line of thought were missing out, especially when it came to the E.C. New Trend books (best known for Tales from the Crypt, Weird Fantasy and Two-Fisted Tales and eventually Mad Magazine... albeit these were intended for teens not kids.) These books had exceptional writing and art, and still hold up to today's standards. And comics have matured immensely in 50 years. Why are we depriving kids of these wonderful tales?
Hell, tremendous options could be found just on the list of this year's Eisner Nominees for Best Publication for Kids:
Amulet, Book 1: The Stonekeeper by Kazu Kibuishi
Cowa! by Akira Toriyama
Princess at Midnight by Andi Watson
Stinky by Eleanor Davis
Tiny Titans by Art Baltazar and Franco
But Mr. Kristof would rather shove Winnie the Pooh down their throats. Hell, he doesn't even seem to care what kids think either. As per his quote in another article. Which you can find here.
"My own kids have the temerity to think they know better than I which books they’ve enjoyed, so I’ve deigned to post their recommendations there. But listening to one’s children is dangerous: I advocate reading to them instead."
Wow, so kids are too stupid to know what they actually enjoy and it's dangerous to listen to them? Last time I checked kids were people too and have the right to their own opinion just like the rest of us. It's a shame that people like this are still around to push their dated ideas on people. They even let this guy write for the New York Times. God, help us all.
Now, don't get me wrong, I by no means think that kids reading is a bad thing. What both Mr. North and I found appalling was the last part of the following paragraph:
"So now it’s your turn. What are your favorite children’s books, and why would you recommend them? Some readers will undoubtedly come for ideas, so be detailed and persuasive. And of course, kids are welcome to list their own favorites. But if you mention a comic book, I’m going to report you to your school librarian!"
In a time when comics have moved beyond trivial nonsense and become intelligent pieces of literature in their own right, why are we still hearing things like this? I feel like we've returned to arguments people were using as far back as the 1920's. According to these narrow-minded folks, somehow comic books are below traditional forms of literature. Even back then, folks who subscribed to this line of thought were missing out, especially when it came to the E.C. New Trend books (best known for Tales from the Crypt, Weird Fantasy and Two-Fisted Tales and eventually Mad Magazine... albeit these were intended for teens not kids.) These books had exceptional writing and art, and still hold up to today's standards. And comics have matured immensely in 50 years. Why are we depriving kids of these wonderful tales?
Hell, tremendous options could be found just on the list of this year's Eisner Nominees for Best Publication for Kids:
Amulet, Book 1: The Stonekeeper by Kazu Kibuishi
Cowa! by Akira Toriyama
Princess at Midnight by Andi Watson
Stinky by Eleanor Davis
Tiny Titans by Art Baltazar and Franco
But Mr. Kristof would rather shove Winnie the Pooh down their throats. Hell, he doesn't even seem to care what kids think either. As per his quote in another article. Which you can find here.
"My own kids have the temerity to think they know better than I which books they’ve enjoyed, so I’ve deigned to post their recommendations there. But listening to one’s children is dangerous: I advocate reading to them instead."
Wow, so kids are too stupid to know what they actually enjoy and it's dangerous to listen to them? Last time I checked kids were people too and have the right to their own opinion just like the rest of us. It's a shame that people like this are still around to push their dated ideas on people. They even let this guy write for the New York Times. God, help us all.
Monday, June 29, 2009
A Brief Yet Triumphant Intermission...
Hey folks,
I'm going to be taking this week off from comic work. I have been insanely busy with business and personal things and am just totally running out of steam. So I'm taking this week off to recuperate and sort of catch my breath. What does that mean for you folks? Well, that means that Pulp #3 will be coming out in August instead of July. I'm sorry for the delay, but there's no use in burning myself out especially with all that is to come starting in August. I am terribly sorry for the inconvenience but I seriously feel like I'm drowning lately. So bear with me and things will be much better for it!
Thanks for everyone's understanding and continued support,
Kyle
I'm going to be taking this week off from comic work. I have been insanely busy with business and personal things and am just totally running out of steam. So I'm taking this week off to recuperate and sort of catch my breath. What does that mean for you folks? Well, that means that Pulp #3 will be coming out in August instead of July. I'm sorry for the delay, but there's no use in burning myself out especially with all that is to come starting in August. I am terribly sorry for the inconvenience but I seriously feel like I'm drowning lately. So bear with me and things will be much better for it!
Thanks for everyone's understanding and continued support,
Kyle
Friday, June 12, 2009
TEASER: The Red Eye - Plague
The Teaser Trailer for the next run of The Red Eye is now available for your viewing pleasure. Hope you guys like it! I can't wait to get rolling on this story arc. More sci-fi noir awesomeness coming your way Winter 2009!
Saturday, June 6, 2009
PREVIEW: Pulp #3
Hey folks,
On the heels of the release of Pulp #2 I've got a preview of Issue #3 for you folks! So check it! I think this series is getting better and better as it goes on!
So enjoy and leave some feedback! Always love to hear what you folks think!
On the heels of the release of Pulp #2 I've got a preview of Issue #3 for you folks! So check it! I think this series is getting better and better as it goes on!
So enjoy and leave some feedback! Always love to hear what you folks think!
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Pulp #2 OUT NOW
Hey folks!
I'm proud to announce that Issue #2 of Pulp: The Old Kingdom is now available for your purchasing pleasure! So head on over to IndyPlanet.com and pick up your copy!
Don't forget Issue #1 is still available as are Issues #1 - 6 of The Red Eye: Lost to the Future. That story is also now available in Trade Paperback as well!
I'm proud to announce that Issue #2 of Pulp: The Old Kingdom is now available for your purchasing pleasure! So head on over to IndyPlanet.com and pick up your copy!
Don't forget Issue #1 is still available as are Issues #1 - 6 of The Red Eye: Lost to the Future. That story is also now available in Trade Paperback as well!
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