I had the pleasure of meeting Randy Martinez, a wonderfully talented artist from Hollywood, California, a while before Episode I was released, back in the days when the Internet was still young and adventurous. Randy’s come a long way since the old days of Star Wars fandom, creating pieces for popular magazines and newspapers like the Los Angeles Times, plus official pieces for Lucasfil and other companies. Not only has he done work for the now defunct Star Wars Kids magazine, but you’ve seen his his cartoons gracing the pages of the Star Wars Insider. I figured it was time for a proper interview. (Original posting: May 22, 2004)
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Interview with Tsuneo Sanda
(Original posting: June 16, 2004)
If you’re a Star Wars fan, you’ve probably seen the work of Tsuneo Sanda in many places and have never even realized it. He’s done everything from Yoda-claus to Anniversary images to prequel images to expanded universe. He’s also worked on Star Trek pieces and much more. You’ve seen his work on book covers, in comic books, and in magazines like the Star Wars Insider magazine. I love his style and I especially like his “Shadow of Evil” series which you can find at his site Sandaworld.com. (Original posting: June 16, 2004)
Interview with Joe Corroney
(Original posting: May 11, 2004)
Joe Corroney has been illustrating Star Wars artwork for Disney and Lucasfilm and Star Trek artwork for CBS Studios since 1997. Other licenses, studios and professional publishers he has illustrated for include Stranger Things for Netflix, Marvel Comics’ Avengers, Spider-Man, X-Men, DC Comics, Green Lantern, Superman, The Jim Henson Company, Dolby Cinema, Indiana Jones, The Walking Dead, X-Files, Doctor Who, The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings, True Blood, GI Joe, Farscape, Firefly, Heroes, The Phantom, Hasbro, Xbox, Sony Pictures, MTV, Random House Publishing/Del Rey Books, Simon & Schuster/Pocket Books, Becker & Mayer! Books, Topps, Titan Publishing, Boom! Studios, Wizards of the Coast, IDG Entertainment, Upper Deck, Rittenhouse Archives, Paizo Publishing, and White Wolf Publishing. Currently, he’s developing his creator owned comic book series, Death Avenger and continues to create new Star Wars artwork for Disney and Lucasfilm. He was also the instructor for the Comic Book Illustration and Digital Illustration courses at the Columbus College of Art and Design in Columbus, Ohio for ten years and has taught the Ohio State University’s Summer Comic Book Workshop. Joe runs a full-time illustration studio and can be commissioned or contracted for work. You can contact him at joe@joecorroney.com . — Bio courtesy JoeCorroney.com (Original posting: May 11, 2004)
A Saga in the Stars: A Tribute to a Galaxy Far, Far Away
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE • MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU!
The Force is strong with Nucleus in LA as the gallery presents one of its biggest tribute exhibitions yet in honor of the Star Wars franchise. Welcoming a diverse group of international talent celebrating their favorite Star Wars characters and moments, join the gallery as it transforms into a galaxy far, far away with a collection of original works inspired by this saga in the stars. Learn more
OVER 60 ARTISTS
SHAG • Ana Bagayan • Nimit Malavia • TADO
Allen Williams • Justin Gerard • Ralph Mcquarrie & many more
OPENING RECEPTION
Join us Saturday, May 4, 7:00PM-11:00PM
$5 Admission, Open to Public, All-Ages ,No RSVP
FREE Admission for those in Star Wars-themed costume
OPENING RECEPTION HIGHLIGHTS
- Live Lightsaber Duel
- Costume Contest
- Artists in Attendance
- Live Dj
- Star Wars-themed refreshments
- & More to be announced
VIEW THE ARTWORK ONLINE
Prior to the opening reception, collectors and non-local fans can sign up here to view the featured works in an online gallery. The online gallery will be made public at midnight May 4th here. The exhibit will be on display at Gallery Nucleus through May 26, 2013.
VENUE ADDRESS:
Nucleus
210 E Main St
Alhambra, CA 91801
626-458-7482
(15 mins outside of downtown LA)
Check Out This Episode VII Fan Made Poster
While poking around Facebook, I came across some really cool fan-made artwork by a guy named Adam Schickling. It was posted by a site called Following The Nerd. It has a great Drew Struzan feel to it and does a good job of representing what Episode VII might look like with the now-older lead actors. It was too cool not to share.