CROM Update: 005 with Guest Artist Jake Jacobs
Screenshot from Crom Update Podcast episode #005
Creative Synergy: Inside 'Crom Collected' with Kurt Brugel and Jake Jacobs
In the podcast episode, Kurt Brugel, the artist behind "Crom the Barbarian: Revised Edition" also known as "Crom Collected," discusses various aspects of this comic book project. Jake, the co-host of "Making Turbo Pit-fighter the Indie Comic" podcast, has previously given art direction to Kurt, and in this episode, they review the completed pages of "Claiming Skull-Biter." The conversation provides insights into the creative process and artistic decisions involved in bringing these pages to life.
Screenshot from Crom Update Podcast episode #005
Additionally, Kurt has involved three other artists to create pin-up art of Crom the Barbarian. The podcast plans to feature episodes with each of these artists, offering a behind-the-scenes look at their creative processes. These episodes will showcase how different artists interpret Crom the Barbarian in their unique styles for the pin-up art, highlighting the diversity and richness of artistic expression within the comic community.
A sample of David Molina’s comic art
Be on the lookout for future episodes with David Molina and Drawnsword as guest artists.
A sample of Drawnsword’s artwork
The conversation in the podcast vividly illustrates the collaborative essence and evolving dynamics of independent comic book production. It spans the journey from the initial concept to the final product. The contribution of multiple artists, under Jake's experienced co-hosting, infuses the project with varied perspectives and depth, highlighting the significance of a united community and collective expertise in the realm of indie comics.
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Jake Jacobs is the co-host, writer, and penciler with Me (Kurt Brugel), inker and co-author on the Making Turbo Pit-fighter Podcast.
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