Shortlisted Interview #7: Francis Nuguit
Apr 19
Shortlister #7 is a Cubao-based artist who may already be familiar with Dynamite readers. According to him, he was worked on several Wheel of Time issues in the past. He hopes to work on Spider-Man, X-Men and “any original member” of the Avengers when he finally makes it to Marvel. Boys and girls, lets all meet Francis Nuguit! Mark Rosario: Tell us something about yourself. Francis...
Shortlisted Interview #6: JB Casacop
Apr 16
Aside from being one of the first ones to see fantastic artworks, part of the fun of doing these interviews is knowing about the interesting backgrounds of these awesome artists. Last time, we talked with a nurse (Peejay Catacutan) and this time, we’ll be featuring someone who did ballet for sometime before realizing his life’s true calling is in the field of comic book arts. Boys...
Soundgarden on Avengers Movie Soundtrack
Apr 11
I’m taking a quick break from posting interviews for the 34 Pinoy artists that made it to Cebulski’s shortlist. In the mean time, let me just tell you how much I love it when 3 of my favorite things combine namely comics, movie, and rock and roll! Soundgarden will be releasing a NEW song (their first since after reuniting in 2010) and it will be released on the Avengers movie...
Shortlisted Interview #5: Peejay Catacutan
Apr 10
Who would’ve thought? A nurse actually made it to Cebulski’s shortlist! Yes, someone from the health forces did. Originally listed as Jean Paul, lets all give way to interviewee #5 – Peejay Catacutan. Mark Rosario: Tell us something about yourself. Peejay Catacutan: I’m a Nurse by profession–like 90% of the kids who took this course, it wasn’t of my own...
Shortlisted Interview #4: Ernest Jocson
Apr 04
Quick recap: we’ve met three pencillers already since I started featuring Pinoy artists who made it to Marvel and National Book Store’s Be The Next Comic Marvel. Now before the mandatory holy week break, let me feature another artist from the list – this time a pretty awesome inker! So let’s get the ball rolling and allow me to introduce you to Ernest Jocson! Mark Rosario: Tell us...
Shortlisted Interview #3: Paolo Fabregas
Apr 03
Paolo Fabregas is a name that doesn’t need any introduction in the local comic scene. The guy is a solid writer and artist as proven by his first book, the Filipino Heroes League - which was well-received by fans and creators alike. This isn’t the first time we’re interviewing the man but this IS the first one since he made it to that coveted shortlist of C.B....