So, this strip isn't REALLY about burnout. I mean, I deal with that problem all the dang time and that fear did INSPIRE the ideas, but this is actually the beginning of what I'm hoping will be a pretty fun story arc.

The fact that I'm literally knocking on the panel border might be a clue as to where this is heading for some of my long-term fans. Hope you enjoy.

Mini Pink Sugar Update: OC Snapchat Collab! Go check it out ! <3

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this is still one of my favorite panel sets I've ever done. Would love to make it into a sticker someday

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Five years ago I drew the protags Ian and Cortland from BREAKS, which is an acclaimed romance/drama/YA/LGBTQ+ comic by local creator and artist pal Emma Viceli, and author Malin Ryden! Now Orbit Books have picked up the series and are publishing the book trilogy!! Book 1 is out NOW, with books 2 and 3 to follow shortly. I am elated for the creators who have worked EXTREMELY HARD over the past decade to write, draw and publish this comic for us all to read. Sharing this to urge you to support the release of this work! <3

If you are near Cambridge on Saturday March 2nd, there is going to be a book launch party at Niche Comics Bookshop in Huntingdon! Please click on this link, which is a post from Emma, asking to book places to help gauge attendance. Hope to see you there too! <3

https://www.facebook.com/emmaviecelicomics/posts/pfbid0eCRaFKFnhTU3J9fZY5d1fprhFZ5BVDSghfcz6XX6dedCCKUQYyqEETBRr2GWBdsHl

About BREAKS:

>> Two young men discovering who they were, who they are... and who they're going to be. Mistakes of the past meet ambitions for the future in a school-ground battlefield of ego, consequence and toxic masculinity. As a chain of events years in the making is slowly revealed and reckoned with, will what Cortland Hunt and Ian Tanner find in each other be enough to help them through the storm to come?

** NOTE: this series is recommended for ages 16+ **

Official NEW GRAPHIC NOVEL announcement! THE DOG KNIGHT from @mackidsbooks and Feiwel and Friends is the first in a brand new series from @jeremywhitley, Bre Indigo & Melissa Capriglioni and it's coming in May!

You can pre-order the book right here: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250756725/thedogknight

When non-binary middle schooler Frankie Bryant saved a dog from a couple of bullies, they had no idea it would change their life. They were offered a chance to become The Dog Knight, the protector of the sacred pact between humans and dogs.

Now they have the ability to hear and understand dogs, to see the invisible forces threatening the world that only dogs can see, and the assistance of The Pawtheon, a council of super dogs, representing the best of all values dogs hold most dear.

But before Frankie can take the job officially, they must complete a series of trials to show that they have these traits dogs value: Loyalty, Kindness, Honestly, Justice, Stubbornness, and an impeccable sense of smell.  But the forces of chaos want Frankie to fail, so it won't be easy! But it will be fun and entertaining for all ages from middle grades on up!

Check out what other comics creators had to say about The Dog Knight: "A delightful story of fate-of-the-world friendship and adventure, filled with a ton of heart... and tails too." -- Unbeatable Squirrel Girl author Ryan North @ryannorth

"The Dog Knight is a classic hero's journey with a unique, relatable hero wearing a very silly hat. I mean helm. And a lot of very charming dogs. I really like it, and I am saying that as an avowed cat person." - Dana Simpson, Phoebe and her Unicorn

"A well crafted story about the struggles of children who identify as nonbinary. The Dog Knight shows us that when we are true to ourselves and stand up for what’s right, everybody wins; A powerful lesson in leading by example, illustrated in spectacular fashion." --Andrew Aydin, coauthor of MARCH and RUN

We know this book is undoubtedly going to get push back in the current political climate, so if this is something you want to read, we really encourage you to pre-order the book, share this post, and tell all your friends, family, librarians, book sellers, comic book sellers, followers, and even random strangers. 

We’re so excited to share this with you!

Find out more and preorder here: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250756725/thedogknight

"My Name is ____" is now available as a print for PESSIMA a Transfeminist Art Collective based in Italy 

[SHOP HERE]

"My Name is ____" depict a personal, intimate moment of self realisation. A small step to choose one’s own name. This work marks the beginning of my visual research on identity, intertwined with comics storytelling.

🖼️Size 15×21 cm on 300gr matte coated paper, 50 copies available, signed on the back.

✏️The Bundle includes the print and a traditional sketch based on the customer’s request International shipping available.

📦International shipping available.

Unleashing our gay heroes: new fanart now available on Patreon

Look, there are just times when you have no other way to jot an idea down, and don't want to forget it. It happens. She knew what she was in for when we got together. lol

Blossoms & Beauty

drawing this felt very healing, I love to draw my characters being happy together. It makes me happy <3

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Sweaty little cretin

Sweaty little cretin

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After a year of reminiscing over Jul Maroh's 12/12/2021 interview in San Francisco at the California College of Arts, I've finally built up the courage to post a piece I had drawn on the exact same day/year for the amazing graphic novel "Blue is the Warmest Color" I had read and had signed by one of my favorite comic artist @julmaroh themselves! Blue is The Warmest Color is a bittersweet tale which tells the tale of young girl Clementine's awakening in lesbian identity. It takes you on an emotional rollercoaster and puts you in the intimate boots that walk through the complexities of love in queer perspective. It tackles many issues and philosophies with moving quotes from characters navigating pride, passion, heartbreak, and more. Blue is the Warmest Color is a must-read. It was an honor to meet you and I am so happy I got the opportunity to talk to you all the way from France at the interview in my city, let alone have you sign one of my favorite comics I had been obsessing over for so so so long. Thank you for coming to SF! ●●● #blueisthewarmestcolor #lebleuestunecouleurchaude #julmaroh #lgbtq #lgbtqartist #lgbtqcomics #birdart https://www.instagram.com/p/Cm1DE7DOkP5/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=