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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This version of CROM Collected will be retired once the Revised Edition has been released!
Embark on a journey through the ages with "CROM Collected Version One," an anthology that assembles all 8 riveting Crom the Barbarian comic book stories across 75 pages of vibrant narrative and artwork. This volume includes:
♦ Three original full-color tales from the 1950s by Gardner Fox and John Giunta.
♦ A 1971 Nearly Lost full-color masterpiece by Gardner Fox and Jack Katz.
♦ Four recent B&W stories from 2016 by Gardner Fox and Kurt Brugel.
Encased in a perfect-bound paperback with a mix of partial color and B&W interiors, this 84-page collection measures 6 inches wide by 9 inches tall. "CROM Collected Version One" is a must-have for fans and newcomers alike, offering a comprehensive look at the evolution of a Sword and Sorcery icon.
