Canadians in Comics: An A-Z Guide
Over at Hypergeek, newly citizen-ized Edward Kaye has decided to celebrate his Canadian residency by profiling comic book creators who also hail from areas north of U.S. border. That in itself is an ambitious project fur sure, but he’s doing it in A-Z form. He kicked it off yesterday with a look at the career of Adrian Alphona, co-creator of Marvel’s teen superteam Runaways.
Adrian Alphona is known for his intricate linework, incredible grasp of the human figure, as well as a good understanding of teen fashion. Many fans of Runaways have commented that the characters actually look like people you could find in Los Angeles, the city which provides the primary setting for the title.
A-Z of Canadian Comic Book Creators looks to continue with 25 more profiles of north-of-the-border comics people, so now it’s time to start taking bets on whether he’ll be able to find that many Canadian creators with the appropriate letters in their names.
No pressure, Edward, no pressure…
Gulp!Z might be tricky, I'll have to think a way around that one :)
If you are looking at creator-owned creators as well as big two creators, it shouldn't be too hard – Chip Zdarsky for Z off the top of my head.
Oh yeah, I'll definitely be with creator owned stuff. I'll try to get the B entry done tonight. I'm currently writing an entry on new stuff in October previews. Also, pretending to be doing something at work :-)
"B" has gotta BE for "Byrne."
You will just have to wait and see…….
Hi,B is up http://www.hypergeek.ca/2008/08/a-z-of-canadian-c…