Must be an attack of the holidays!
Here's hoping you all had and have time with those you love, this holiday season.
Monday, December 31, 2012
Monday, December 17, 2012
Jeff's gonna be in an art gallery!
"I'm the Art Show, Deal With It!" is a tribute gallery to the "Legend of Korra", featuring 100+ artisits--including Jeff! So, for anyone thinking "Man, I wish Jeff did more Legend of Korra pieces so it couldbe part of an awesome art show/gallery dedicated to the new Avatar seriesin a show space in Los Angeles..." your wordy prayer has been answered!
Advanced tickets are on sale now, and the show opens January 19th! Woo!
Want to see some of Jeff's previous Legend of Korra work?
Visit Jeff's portfolio page and see more of why he was solicited for this event! :D
Monday, December 10, 2012
Look what we forgot to post last month...
Happy 4st birthday, JeffandCeleste.blogspot.com!
They grow up so fast....
Monday, December 3, 2012
Monday, November 26, 2012
Monday, November 5, 2012
Monday, October 29, 2012
Monday, October 15, 2012
Monday, October 8, 2012
Monday, September 24, 2012
Monday, September 17, 2012
Monday, September 10, 2012
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Monday, August 27, 2012
Monday, August 13, 2012
Get your copy of "Beatrice: Volume One," today!
Do you dream of more Jeff and Celeste blog updates?
Well then here's your chance to pitch in! Help us get closer to making this gig our day jobs buy purchasing your copy of Beatrice: Volume One, today!
All proceeds benefit us writing and drawing more. :P
PS: We're on Amazon.com too! Wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
PS: We're on Amazon.com too! Wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
Monday, August 6, 2012
Monday, July 30, 2012
Dead in the Water: Prologue, page 2
And here's the final draft of the second page of Dead in the Water. Stay tuned for more updates!
Monday, July 23, 2012
Dead in the Water: Prologue, pg 1
Here's a much less rough draft of the first page of Dead in the Water. Stay tuned for more updates!
Monday, July 16, 2012
Twisted Princesses!
Once again, we've been beaten senseless by our day jobs.... But! That doesn't mean you shouldn't have awesome things to look at!
Jeff has risen to internet superstardom thanks to his imaginative and original take on Disney's princess cast. Below are a few, randomly selected examples of that work, but the complete Twisted Princess collection (so far!) can be seen by visiting his portfolio site. Enjoy! :D
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Jeff has risen to internet superstardom thanks to his imaginative and original take on Disney's princess cast. Below are a few, randomly selected examples of that work, but the complete Twisted Princess collection (so far!) can be seen by visiting his portfolio site. Enjoy! :D
Monday, July 2, 2012
Monday, June 25, 2012
Monday, June 18, 2012
Monday, June 11, 2012
Dead in the Water: Prologue, pg 1
Hey, gang! We made an excutive decision to cut back on some of our less popular webcomic series (not "cut out," but "cut back" for all 2 of you die-hard Genre Squad fans out there...) in order to spend more time on our serial titles, like the previously hinted at Dead in the Water. For example: see the rough of the very first page of the series below!
We'll be posting page updates bi-weekly (opposite of Beatrice) until a whole issue is done! And then we'll make the completed issue into a printed book, and move onto the next one and the next one and the next one.... :)
Hope you enjoy our newest efforts!
Monday, June 4, 2012
Evidence of other work!
Hey, kids! Since we always talk about how busy we are outside of our comic-book-lives, we thought we'd give you a sneak peak into our other worlds!
Celeste not only works a full-time job, but also volunteers full-time at a non-profit creative community center (http://lyricmusictheater.org/). Right now, she's busy producing an original fundraiser for them at the end of June. The "Choose Your Own Adventure Karaoke Musical" was the brainchild of David Surkin (the pirate in the picture), and Sean Senior (pictured below as the mad scientist) helped Celeste co-write it in record time! And to top it off, Jeff was awesome enough to do the poster art for the event. Yay!
Jeff works double-full-time as an artist in Los Angeles, not only as a 9-5er (and usually more than that...), but also independently. When not cranking out our webcomic material, he works on classwork for an artistic program he's enrolled in, his hugely popular Twisted Princess collection, assorted and amazing portfolio material, and our upcoming serial work. Oh, and not to mention managing his international celebrity status.... :)
Here's a video of a Twisted Princess-inspired performance from the Danish 2012 SVSCON:
Monday, May 28, 2012
Monday, May 21, 2012
Monday, May 14, 2012
Monday, May 7, 2012
The only weapon you need: "Beatrice: Volume One"
Gah! The work monster has attacked! Our blasted need for money and the housing and food money provides has gotten in the way of updating this-here blog with original content! AGAIN!
Help us stave off the horrors of our day jobs by feeding our artistic spirits via purchasing a copy (or three) of our book, Beatrice: Volume One! C'mon! Our souls are hungry! And soul food costs money too!
Help us stave off the horrors of our day jobs by feeding our artistic spirits via purchasing a copy (or three) of our book, Beatrice: Volume One! C'mon! Our souls are hungry! And soul food costs money too!
Mmm.... Soul food....
Monday, April 23, 2012
Beatrice; week 57.
And don't forget to order your copy of our very first of many publications, Beatrice: Volume One, today!
Monday, April 9, 2012
Monday, April 2, 2012
You wouldn't like us when we're angry....
We thought we had a big announcement this week, but the book-gods tell us otherwise. Which make us feel like this....
But, with all that being said, our real lives are looking like they're about to ease up, which will mean a triumphant return of the normal updates! Never thought you'd miss Genre Squad, did you?
Monday, March 26, 2012
BEATRICE: Volume One
Sorry we don't have a new post for you this week, but that could be because we finished this...
Boom! We're in our finalfinalFINAL stages of edits (it's done, but the paranoia of having missed something is overwhelming....) and it will be available for purchase in no time! REJOICE!
Boom! We're in our finalfinalFINAL stages of edits (it's done, but the paranoia of having missed something is overwhelming....) and it will be available for purchase in no time! REJOICE!
Monday, March 19, 2012
Monday, February 27, 2012
Monday, February 20, 2012
Monday, February 13, 2012
Get To Know The Artist: Jeff!
[It's Monday and we're trapped in the evil clutches of paying work again! Have a throwback to Jeff's interview from 2009....]
Q: What’s your favorite project to work on, at the moment? Describe your working process.
A: Genre Squad. ‘Cause I get to see results of it faster! And I really love drawing Pirate and Zombie....
When working on our stuff, I read Celeste’s script, probably like, 3 times. And on the 4th time, I try to visualize it, storyboard it. Then I normally scan those thumbnails into the computer and do everything digitally from there.
...I’m particular about my environment, when working. I realize that it’s really hard for me draw if I’m watching stuff unless I’m watching The Office, since I’ve seen it so much. If I’m not doing that I’m listening to movie scores. Sometimes I get frustrated and go lay on the couch. Sometimes that frustration transforms into playing a video game….
I often sing to myself. I talk to myself a lot. I keep QuickTime open so I can record it in case there’s something to that madness…. I get easily distracted if my workspace is dirty. And I drink tea when I draw. It’s exciting.
Q: Do you have any side-projects planned?
A: There’s the Witch Files thing…. And Frostbite. I haven’t done anything new for it, but I’ve been thinking about it. I’m toying with an idea about a bear and a rabbit…but my plate’s so full already. Just look at my portfolio site! (http://www.jeftoonportfolio.blogspot.com/)
Q: Tell us 10 facts about yourself.
A: I have 2 bowling trophies, my favorite food is popcorn, I love driving, I’ve had multiple Nerf-inflicted injuries…. I want a motorcycle but I wouldn’t ride it. I’m scared of riding them. What’s that….5?
When I was younger I had to hide the fact that I liked so many Disney movies. Because elementary kids are cruel. That last part isn’t a fact about me, though…. More of a general statement. Anyway...right. When I was in second grade I made/ate a salad composed completely of four leaf clovers because I thought it would give me good luck. I'm still waiting to see if it worked...it better because if not, I ate a pile of grass for nothing. I used sand as salt!
Umm…my dad is a General in the Marines. When I told him I wanted to have a career in art, he actually supported me. My whole family is very supportive. That’s 8. 2 more…. I get a lot of my ideas for stories and characters from my dreams.
And 10: I’m nice! And modest!
Q: Where are you from? Does that influence your work?
A: I’m from Virginia, but I was born in Japan. Actually, I was there long enough to pick up on their cartoons…. In a way, I’m very influenced by their animation. Not the aesthetic, but the concepts behind them; cartoons just aren’t for kids there. In their art, they try to reach all demographics. There are very few studios in America that see animation as something more than just for children—as art for the masses. For the whole family!
It’s become my goal to create an animated series that is for everyone; all age ranges. Like the Cosby Show…but animated.
Q: When did you begin drawing? What inspires you now?
A: When I was 3. I remember my mom used to tell me that I would scribble on everything. The first time I drew on paper, I drew Donatello (I had Ninja Turtle sheets). I think my mom still has it. I’ve come a long way since then.
Later, at school, I would draw Sonic and Garfield and sell them to kids at school. My mom found out and got mad. She forced me to give back the money. …I didn’t.
Today, I'm inspired by Glen Keane. All of his characters and designs have determined what Disney is today. It’s because of him that I feel the push to keep evolving—to keep trying new things until I can get to that point.
Q: What sort of artistic training do you have? What are your aspirations?
A: When I was in middle school I went to some art academy thing for the summer. In High School, I took IB art class. After that, I went to Virginia Commonwealth University and majored in kinetic imagery (moving pictures) and got a Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Arts and Designs. What’s funny is that I went there to learn how to animate, but it turns out one of my teachers couldn’t draw, another hated industry animation techniques…. I learned a lot of my style from my Illustration classes. Because of that, I’m actually more driven to succeed in Illustration now.
I aspire to be a well-known character designer and story artist. I think this website is a start….
Q: Draw how you met Celeste.
Q: What’s your favorite project to work on, at the moment? Describe your working process.A: Genre Squad. ‘Cause I get to see results of it faster! And I really love drawing Pirate and Zombie....
When working on our stuff, I read Celeste’s script, probably like, 3 times. And on the 4th time, I try to visualize it, storyboard it. Then I normally scan those thumbnails into the computer and do everything digitally from there.
...I’m particular about my environment, when working. I realize that it’s really hard for me draw if I’m watching stuff unless I’m watching The Office, since I’ve seen it so much. If I’m not doing that I’m listening to movie scores. Sometimes I get frustrated and go lay on the couch. Sometimes that frustration transforms into playing a video game….
I often sing to myself. I talk to myself a lot. I keep QuickTime open so I can record it in case there’s something to that madness…. I get easily distracted if my workspace is dirty. And I drink tea when I draw. It’s exciting.
Q: Do you have any side-projects planned?
A: There’s the Witch Files thing…. And Frostbite. I haven’t done anything new for it, but I’ve been thinking about it. I’m toying with an idea about a bear and a rabbit…but my plate’s so full already. Just look at my portfolio site! (http://www.jeftoonportfolio.blogspot.com/)
Q: Tell us 10 facts about yourself.
A: I have 2 bowling trophies, my favorite food is popcorn, I love driving, I’ve had multiple Nerf-inflicted injuries…. I want a motorcycle but I wouldn’t ride it. I’m scared of riding them. What’s that….5?
When I was younger I had to hide the fact that I liked so many Disney movies. Because elementary kids are cruel. That last part isn’t a fact about me, though…. More of a general statement. Anyway...right. When I was in second grade I made/ate a salad composed completely of four leaf clovers because I thought it would give me good luck. I'm still waiting to see if it worked...it better because if not, I ate a pile of grass for nothing. I used sand as salt!
Umm…my dad is a General in the Marines. When I told him I wanted to have a career in art, he actually supported me. My whole family is very supportive. That’s 8. 2 more…. I get a lot of my ideas for stories and characters from my dreams.
And 10: I’m nice! And modest!
Monday, February 6, 2012
Monday, January 30, 2012
Monday, January 23, 2012
Monday, January 16, 2012
Monday, January 9, 2012
Genre Squad: Resumes!
Pirate
123 Sea Shanty Arrvenue, Los Angeles, CA(555)
555-5551 Avast@Arr.Boat
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Captain, The Contessa’s Catamaran. 2005 - 2009, Pacific and Indian Oceans.
-Managin’ the furner.
-Earnin’ promotion based on strength of orders made and carried out, character, and swordplay.
First Mate, The Contessa’s Catamaran. 2003 - 2005, Pacific and Indian Oceans.
-Bellowin’ orders to the mangy crew.
-Administerin’ the operations of keelhaulin’ traitors, scallywags, and lily-livers alike.
Shiphand, The Jolly Rancher. 2000- 2003, Atlantic and Caribbean Seas.
-Performin’ manual labor in a timely and agreeable fashion.
-Acquirin’ respect as a pirate due to level of audacity while forsakin’ royal duties.
Sailor, The Queen’s Royal Navy. 1995 - 2000, Norwegian and Mediterranean Seas.
-Amassin’ experience as a salty, sea dog.
SKILLS:
Managin’, plunderin’, pillagin’, knot-tyin’, swimmin’ and swimmin’ instruction, and sword-fightin’.
EDUCATION:
Her Majesty’s Boat Boot Camp. England, U.K.
Officer Cadet, May 1995.
Ninja
Contact Information:
I find you.
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Assassin, CONFIDENTIAL! 2007, Victoria, British Columbia.
-Killed target, as promised.
-Very stealthy. No one saw.
Assassin, CONFIDENTIAL! 2006, Dakar, Senegal.
-Killed a guy. Got paid.
123 Sea Shanty Arrvenue, Los Angeles, CA(555)
555-5551 Avast@Arr.Boat
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Captain, The Contessa’s Catamaran. 2005 - 2009, Pacific and Indian Oceans.
-Managin’ the furner.
-Earnin’ promotion based on strength of orders made and carried out, character, and swordplay.
First Mate, The Contessa’s Catamaran. 2003 - 2005, Pacific and Indian Oceans.
-Bellowin’ orders to the mangy crew.
-Administerin’ the operations of keelhaulin’ traitors, scallywags, and lily-livers alike.
Shiphand, The Jolly Rancher. 2000- 2003, Atlantic and Caribbean Seas.
-Performin’ manual labor in a timely and agreeable fashion.
-Acquirin’ respect as a pirate due to level of audacity while forsakin’ royal duties.
Sailor, The Queen’s Royal Navy. 1995 - 2000, Norwegian and Mediterranean Seas.
-Amassin’ experience as a salty, sea dog.
SKILLS:
Managin’, plunderin’, pillagin’, knot-tyin’, swimmin’ and swimmin’ instruction, and sword-fightin’.
EDUCATION:
Her Majesty’s Boat Boot Camp. England, U.K.
Officer Cadet, May 1995.
Ninja
Contact Information:
I find you.
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Assassin, CONFIDENTIAL! 2007, Victoria, British Columbia.
-Killed target, as promised.
-Very stealthy. No one saw.
Assassin, CONFIDENTIAL! 2006, Dakar, Senegal.
-Killed a guy. Got paid.
Assassin, CONFIDENTIAL! 2005, Colombo, Sri Lanka.
-Snuffed out dude.
Sales Associate, Ninja Weapons, Inc. 1998 - 2000, Yokohama, Japan.
-Sold weapons.
SKILLS:
Ninjutsu, origami, and sales.
EDUCATION:
Ninja Gakuen. Yokohama, Japan.
Top of Class. May 2000.
Zombie
456 Courtyard Crt. Los Angeles, CA
(555) 555-5552 grr.argh@blarg.ungh
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Background Actor, Assorted B-Movies. 2005 - 2008, Hollywood, CA.
-Provided disturbingly accurate ambiance in the background your favorite zombie movies.
Office Assistant, Chief Cubicle Offices. 1997 - 2005, Burbank, CA.
-Spent days creating spreadsheets, pie charts, and e-mail reminders.
Sales Associate, Major Corporation, Inc. 1983 - 1997, Glendale, CA.
-Dedicated life to serving others, promoting the corporation, and nodding at superiors.
SKILLS:
Moaning, groaning, drooling, eating brains, mauling corpses, and Power Point.
EDUCATION:
Zombie Certification Camp. North Hollywood, CA.
Magna Cum Laude. May 2007.
Robot
Address: 01100001 01100100 01100100 01110010 01100101 01110011 01110011
Phone: 01110000 01101000 01101111 01101110 01100101
E-mail: 01100101 00101101 01101101 01100001 01101001 01101100
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Assembling Arm, All-Assembled Company. 2001 - 2008, Los Angeles, CA.
-Assembled arms of assembling arms.
Vending Machine, North Valley High School. 1995 - 2001, North Valley, CA.
-Supplied students with sugary sustenance.
E-Z Bake Oven, The Smith’s Playroom. 1994 - 1995, South Valley, CA.
-Made instant treats with the power of a light bulb.
SKILLS:
Accurate, methodical, and meticulous.
EDUCATION:
Robot Construction Completion. South Valley, CA.
May 1994.
-Snuffed out dude.
Sales Associate, Ninja Weapons, Inc. 1998 - 2000, Yokohama, Japan.
-Sold weapons.
SKILLS:
Ninjutsu, origami, and sales.
EDUCATION:
Ninja Gakuen. Yokohama, Japan.
Top of Class. May 2000.
Zombie
456 Courtyard Crt. Los Angeles, CA
(555) 555-5552 grr.argh@blarg.ungh
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Background Actor, Assorted B-Movies. 2005 - 2008, Hollywood, CA.
-Provided disturbingly accurate ambiance in the background your favorite zombie movies.
Office Assistant, Chief Cubicle Offices. 1997 - 2005, Burbank, CA.
-Spent days creating spreadsheets, pie charts, and e-mail reminders.
Sales Associate, Major Corporation, Inc. 1983 - 1997, Glendale, CA.
-Dedicated life to serving others, promoting the corporation, and nodding at superiors.
SKILLS:
Moaning, groaning, drooling, eating brains, mauling corpses, and Power Point.
EDUCATION:
Zombie Certification Camp. North Hollywood, CA.
Magna Cum Laude. May 2007.
Robot
Address: 01100001 01100100 01100100 01110010 01100101 01110011 01110011
Phone: 01110000 01101000 01101111 01101110 01100101
E-mail: 01100101 00101101 01101101 01100001 01101001 01101100
RELATED EXPERIENCE:
Assembling Arm, All-Assembled Company. 2001 - 2008, Los Angeles, CA.
-Assembled arms of assembling arms.
Vending Machine, North Valley High School. 1995 - 2001, North Valley, CA.
-Supplied students with sugary sustenance.
E-Z Bake Oven, The Smith’s Playroom. 1994 - 1995, South Valley, CA.
-Made instant treats with the power of a light bulb.
SKILLS:
Accurate, methodical, and meticulous.
EDUCATION:
Robot Construction Completion. South Valley, CA.
May 1994.
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