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A Lannister Always Pays His Debts…
Just now getting around to posting this one. Tyrion (drawn by me, colored by William Anderson) made his debut a couple of weeks ago at C2E2 in Chicago. He’ll be making his next appearance at FCBD in Dallas, and at the Dallas Comic-Con. Get one while you can, the Imp’s VERY popular. And not just with the ladies of ill repute!
New, this weekend at C2E2!
New items, drawn in Texas, colored in Scotland, printed in California, available this weekend in Chicago at small press booth 715, across the aisle from the Marvel booth at C2E2! Epic Studios…we’re international, baby.
KILL THEM ALL!!!
Debuting this weekend at the Steel City Con in Monroeville, PA…SPARTACUS (as portrayed by the late Andy Whitfield)!!! This is a collaboration between me (lineart) and William ‘PsychoSlaughterMan’ Anderson (colors), and will be the first color variant of this piece, the other to be completed by award winning colorist Jeff Balke!
The story of Andy Whitfield’s battle with Hodgekins/Lymphoma cancer is a tragic one. Struck down at an early age, while on the cusp of hitting it big with his role of the title character in AMC’s Spartacus, Andy waged this battle with all of the grace and courage of the larger than life character that he brought to life. Towards the end, Andy gave AMC his blessing in recasting his role so that the series could go on. Next up in the Spartacus line with be Andy’s worthy successor, Liam McIntyre, who is doing a fantastic job carrying on the legacy that Andy started.
Andy’s last episode was the Season One finale titled ‘Kill Them All’. This piece is in tribute to the courage with which he faced his last real life battle…
Year’s End…
The end of the year is upon us, and as I’ve finished up the grueling 2011 convention season, I’m now in studio until early next year, finishing up outstanding commissions and projects, and getting new product ready for next year. 2012 will see not only a massive expansion of the print line, but also publication of many of the oustanding sequential work I’ve had on the burners, including Legend of the Red Reaper in early 2012, Zombies of Sherwood in the Spring, and The Crusade hitting later in the year. And while you’ll still see new superhero art, expect to be bombarded by A LOT of medieval/fantasy art, including original characters, as I shift back towards my true artistic passion…epic historic fiction!
So as I say goodbye to 2011, let me leave you with a little glimpse of the pencil roughs of one of the new prints debuting in January…KILL THEM ALL!!!!
Be ready to GET MEDIEVAL in 2012!
Mid Ohio Comic Con this weekend!
The Michael Champion 2011 cross country tour continues! Come see me this weekend at the Mid Ohio Comic Con, table #937. This will be one of the final appearances for the current stock of prints, once they’re gone, they’re unlikely to return! I’ll also be drawing portraits of attendees as zombies. My commissions list fills up fast, so get on it early! Looking forward to seeing local fans, and making new ones!
Star Wars Fandays This Weekend!!!
Come see me this weekend at the Star Wars fandays at the NEW Irving Convention center (check my schedule at the top of this page for the link to the show’s website). I’ll be debuting these NEW prints, all available in both 11×17 and 8.5×11 sizes. Supplies will be VERY limited, so BUY EARLY!!! In addition to the usual superhero commissions, I’ll also be drawing portraits of attendees as Zombies, Jedi, Sith Lords and members of Star Fleet. So come out and meet the actors and actresses who played Chewbacca, Lando Calrissian, Sulu, Dharma from Buffy & Angel, Comic Book Legend Jim Steranko and MORE!!! My table is on the aisle directly in front of Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca). Cash and Major Credit Cards accepted at the Mike Champion table, and May The Force Be With You!
Chicago Comic-Con recap…
The Scarlet Witch and The Vision stop by to compare superhero fashion tips...
So the Chicago Comic-Con was a fantastic show! Business was great, got to reconnect with some good friends and talented artists (although much too briefly!), and made some great business contacts. Got to see some fantastic collectibles ranging from REAL swords based on the first Conan movie, Frazetta Death Dealer helment, Christopher Reeve Superman cape (worn by and signed by Chris), and just really got a great creative burst of energy from the whole trip. Friends, fans and fellow artists were too numerous to mention for fear of missing someone, but if you stopped by and chatted and said hi, it was great seeing you. Watch for me next year in the same spot. By the restrooms. It’s convenient on so many levels…
Good friends who made for a memorable trip...
Special thanks to my hosts and travelling companions who made this weekend happen: Tim Gardner at PlanetSuperhero, and my talented art buddies Cory Smith (and his son Vaughn!), Scott Beaderstadt and Diosdado (Dodie) Mondero (and son Brandon). You guys made the weekend totally worth it!
…AND COMING SOON!!! FINALLY!!! Legend of the Red Reaper! Zombies of Sherwood! The Crusade! The launch of Antiquity Studios! Over NINETY new prints separated into two lines, BE A HERO and GET MEDIEVAL! And more new Champion brand product than you can shake a sword at! Stay tuned for more info…
Chicago Comic-Con Appearance…
Come see me Thursday – Sunday, Aug. 11-14, at the Chicago Comic-Con at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont! I’ll be at table 4024 (when you enter the showroom floor, take an immediate right and go all the way to the back wall. Hang a left at the concession stand, and I’ll be several tables down on the right, against the wall).
CHICAGO FANS: I’m in the process of phasing out my current selection of prints; this will be your last chance to get the art I’ll have on hand, so if you see something you like, get it now! Next year will be all new stuff.
Also, if you’re interested in prebooking a commission, email me and let me know (email address is on the upper right of this page). My commission list fills up quick, so get on it early!
See you there!
Strip: Webcomics Expo & Live Art Charity Auction…
This Saturday I’ll be at the Strip:Webcomics Expo & Live Art Charity Auction at the Southfork Hotel in Plano, TX (1600 North Central Expressway), from 10 am – 5 pm. Afterwards, I’ll be participating at the Live Art Charity Auction benefitting the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital For Children from 6:30 pm to 10 pm. So come purchase some great original art from me, and stick around and participate in the auction to help some of the great kids at the Hospital!
STRIP – The Dallas Webcomics Expo! (Formally known as DWEX) will debut it’s 3rd year convention on August 6, 2011 at the Southfork Hotel in Plano, TX.
Visitors can enjoy a day of webcomics and sci-fi/fantasy geekery such as movies, books and cosplay. Activities at STRIP 2011 include: Q&A panels with the artists; featured trivia and hosted games; a children’s area featuring a cartoon drawing station and video gaming center; and a silent art auction with proceeds going to featured charities. STRIP is held annually. Please check their site for the latest news,updates and venue selections.
The Live Art Show will run from 6:30pm – 10:00pm in the Magnolia Room of the Southfork Hotel. You will be able to watch artists create great art work for sale with all proceeds donated to the Texas Scottish Rite Hospital For Children. This year’s Live Art Show theme is “The 70s/80s Retro Jam!” Artists will create original pieces – borrowing flavours from the pop culture of the 1970s-1980 era.
Grab your favourite drink at the Cattlemen’s Bar next to the Magnolia Room and enjoy the musical entertainment of DJ Mattrix as he spins & mixes tunes from the 70s & 80s.
The Live Art Show is open to the public and free to attend. We do ask, but not require, donations of any amount to attend the show. All donations will be added to the proceeds of the sold art and donated to the Texs Scottish Rite Hospital For Children.
