Some great Titans news came out of ComicCon this weekend:
- Mr. Johns says that Raven is returning to Teen Titans! Yayness! Now we just need to see when and how and what's going on with her now.
- DC is getting into Direct-to-Video animated movies, and one of them will be "The Judas Contract" arc from the Wolfman-Perez era. Both Wolfman and Perez will have a hand in the project, so I'm sure it will turn out well. Looking forward to this.
- A Terra mini is in the works. I'd really like to know what is going on with the connection (if any) between Terra I and Terra II.
The Raven costume for DragonCon is coming along nicely. The mister helped me piece the main body of it together this weekend. (I'm terrified of the sewing machine.) Now I need to work on the hood, which will be a real challenge. The pattern I bought has just a normal hood, and I have to adapt it to get the bird's beak. This oughtta be fun. I also did the accessories (the jewels for the belt, cloak clasp and gloves). I used a plain gold-toned chain-link belt (Target, $12) and used glittered red felt as the jewels. Each link is a large oval, and I just cut out matching felt ovals and hot-glued them in. I hope they stick -- the metal is not liking the glue very much. I think the glue gun will go with me to the Con! For the jewels, I bought some small wooden disks that were intended to be used as plates in a dollhouse. I painted them with some gold paint. Then I used my trusty glue-gun to glue flat glass beads to them. I just hope the glue holds.
Here's the link to a more detailed report on the ComicCon panel with Grant Morrison and Deepak Chopra on "The Seven Spiritual Laws of Superheroes":
Seven Spiritual Laws of Superheroes
Monday, July 24, 2006
Friday, July 21, 2006
Gearing Up For DragonCon
I'm reading a lot of the articles on Newsarama and Wizard about the current ComicCon in San Diego, and they've got me all excited about DragonCon next month. I'm working on my Raven costume now (OYL version), and I'm very happy with the way it is turning out now.
I'll be attending the writing workshop that happens just before the Con opens, so that ought to be helpful in polishing up my stories. I'm looking over the website for the Con as well to try and plan all of the tracks that I'd like to attend. I definitely want to see the 'BattleStar Galactica' panels again. Richard Hatch moderated one last year, and it was a great presentation. He's a very inspriational speaker. He's at ComicCon this year; here's an article on his panel:
Richard Hatch at ComicCon
For you Deepak Chopra fans: Dr. Chopra showed up at ComicCon on a panel with Grant Morrison to talk about "The Seven Spiritual Laws of Superheroes". As a practioner of yoga and a comics fan, this really piqued my interest:
Dr. Chopra at ComicCon
This is an overview of the panel. The article promises a full transcript next week. I'll keep an eye out for that one as well.
I really enjoyed TT #37. Steve Dayton grew a spine and took Dr. Caulder down a deserved peg or two. However, I would have liked to have seen how he got to that point from his state in the previous issue, where he had a somewhat tenuous grip on reality. That would be an interesting story in itself (not to mention the story of how he got his body back in the first place, maybe in a "Secret Files and Origins" or something like that).
I'm very sad that Gar is not going back with the Titans, but I think we'll see him again. Change is a constant, and he's been off the team before. He's a wonderful character that has really grown up over the years, and I really want to see that character continue to grow. I'm glad to see he has his family back. Maybe now that Rita is with Steve, Steve will stay more stable and they can develop a good relationship. I can understand his desire to stay, in that light. I'm hoping the DP will have lots of guest shots in the Titans.
I really like Kid Devil and Rose as members of the team. Blue Devil's treatment of Eddie is heartbreaking... he should have come when he said he was going to, and if he didn't intend to come, he should not have gotten his hopes up. Poor kid. I like the friendship between him and Rose, even if it doesn't develop into anything romantic. She is very protective of him, like a big sister.
I loved the Raven panel at the end. Sooooo, maybe they didn't break up. At least not the way Robin presented it. Robin wasn't lying -- it's what she wanted people to think. Now, we have to find out what the 'something strange' is. I'm definitely hooked and look forward to seeing how things play out.
Overall, I liked the issue, but I felt that it was rushed in parts. The BoE fight was kind of short, and a lot was packed into it. I don't mind a lot being packed into it, but darn it, some months 22 pages just ain't enough.
SQUEE! There's talk of a Doom Patrol movie! No mention of Garfield Logan on the team, but I think the movie is a cool concept anyway. I'm definitely in line to see that one. If the movie is successful, maybe they'll get lined up for a new series that will actually stick around for a while.
I'll be attending the writing workshop that happens just before the Con opens, so that ought to be helpful in polishing up my stories. I'm looking over the website for the Con as well to try and plan all of the tracks that I'd like to attend. I definitely want to see the 'BattleStar Galactica' panels again. Richard Hatch moderated one last year, and it was a great presentation. He's a very inspriational speaker. He's at ComicCon this year; here's an article on his panel:
Richard Hatch at ComicCon
For you Deepak Chopra fans: Dr. Chopra showed up at ComicCon on a panel with Grant Morrison to talk about "The Seven Spiritual Laws of Superheroes". As a practioner of yoga and a comics fan, this really piqued my interest:
Dr. Chopra at ComicCon
This is an overview of the panel. The article promises a full transcript next week. I'll keep an eye out for that one as well.
I really enjoyed TT #37. Steve Dayton grew a spine and took Dr. Caulder down a deserved peg or two. However, I would have liked to have seen how he got to that point from his state in the previous issue, where he had a somewhat tenuous grip on reality. That would be an interesting story in itself (not to mention the story of how he got his body back in the first place, maybe in a "Secret Files and Origins" or something like that).
I'm very sad that Gar is not going back with the Titans, but I think we'll see him again. Change is a constant, and he's been off the team before. He's a wonderful character that has really grown up over the years, and I really want to see that character continue to grow. I'm glad to see he has his family back. Maybe now that Rita is with Steve, Steve will stay more stable and they can develop a good relationship. I can understand his desire to stay, in that light. I'm hoping the DP will have lots of guest shots in the Titans.
I really like Kid Devil and Rose as members of the team. Blue Devil's treatment of Eddie is heartbreaking... he should have come when he said he was going to, and if he didn't intend to come, he should not have gotten his hopes up. Poor kid. I like the friendship between him and Rose, even if it doesn't develop into anything romantic. She is very protective of him, like a big sister.
I loved the Raven panel at the end. Sooooo, maybe they didn't break up. At least not the way Robin presented it. Robin wasn't lying -- it's what she wanted people to think. Now, we have to find out what the 'something strange' is. I'm definitely hooked and look forward to seeing how things play out.
Overall, I liked the issue, but I felt that it was rushed in parts. The BoE fight was kind of short, and a lot was packed into it. I don't mind a lot being packed into it, but darn it, some months 22 pages just ain't enough.
SQUEE! There's talk of a Doom Patrol movie! No mention of Garfield Logan on the team, but I think the movie is a cool concept anyway. I'm definitely in line to see that one. If the movie is successful, maybe they'll get lined up for a new series that will actually stick around for a while.
Tuesday, July 04, 2006
Happy Independence Day!
I hope everyone has a safe and happy Fourth of July! It's hot and muggy here. We may get some storms later. I do hope we get to see the fireworks -- the mister is so looking forward to them.
Only a couple of days until the next issue of Teen Titans! I'm so excited! I've seen the previews of some panels on Tony Daniel's blog over the past few months, and I'm ready to read it. I hope we get some clues on what happened between BB and Raven over the OYL. I'm ready for some kind of indication of... anything!
This week's pull list:
Detective Comics #821
Secret Six #2 (this is a really interesting team)
Supergirl #7 and #8 (two on one day? that's weird)
52 #9 (Please let Kori live!)
and of course... TT #37
I think the mister has some Marvel comics coming this week as well. He's collecting the "Civil War" crossover event. I really need to read it. I've been reading some of his "Captain America" comics to tide me over until we get some TT action again...
Only a couple of days until the next issue of Teen Titans! I'm so excited! I've seen the previews of some panels on Tony Daniel's blog over the past few months, and I'm ready to read it. I hope we get some clues on what happened between BB and Raven over the OYL. I'm ready for some kind of indication of... anything!
This week's pull list:
Detective Comics #821
Secret Six #2 (this is a really interesting team)
Supergirl #7 and #8 (two on one day? that's weird)
52 #9 (Please let Kori live!)
and of course... TT #37
I think the mister has some Marvel comics coming this week as well. He's collecting the "Civil War" crossover event. I really need to read it. I've been reading some of his "Captain America" comics to tide me over until we get some TT action again...
Saturday, June 24, 2006
New Tomb in Egypt
Today I heard that a friend of mine was involved in the study of the new tombs that were discovered in Egypt last year. The team has put together a web page of photos of the site. Here is the link if you would like to see them:
Tomb KV-63
Tomb KV-63
Saturday, June 10, 2006
"Coyote" Commission Completed
Hiding-Daisy on deviantArt has just completed my commmission for "Coyote", chapter 20. I must say that it is beautiful. This is the chapter where Raven meets Thunder Horse in his "soulscape". The image was too large to fit the entire picture on the scanner, but here is the heart of the picture:
Thunder Horse
Thunder Horse
Saturday, June 03, 2006
"Nadir" Has Been Posted
I'm dancing. I just posted my latest story in the "Twilight Child" story arc: "Nadir". Here is a link to it:
Nadir
If you haven't read any of the other stories in the arc, I suggest you start with "Twilight Child" and read the stories in order. The stories are listed in order with their links in my "Links" area on the right side of this web page.
Let me know what you think! If you cannot leave a review on fanfiction.net because you don't have an account there, feel free to leave a comment on this blog. I look forward to hearing from everybody.
Nadir
If you haven't read any of the other stories in the arc, I suggest you start with "Twilight Child" and read the stories in order. The stories are listed in order with their links in my "Links" area on the right side of this web page.
Let me know what you think! If you cannot leave a review on fanfiction.net because you don't have an account there, feel free to leave a comment on this blog. I look forward to hearing from everybody.
Friday, June 02, 2006
"Nadir" Posting This Weekend
I am only one chapter shy of having the revisions complete. With luck, I will be posting my next story on fanfiction.net sometime this weekend. Thanks for your patience.
Superman/Batman #26
I just picked this up today. It's the Sam Loeb tribute issue. Sam is the son of Jeph Loeb, who is one of the major writers at DC. He passed away last year after a bout with cancer; he was only 17. He was writing the idea for this issue for submission to DC as a published story. A group of writers and artists got together to complete it. And what a tale it is! It's more than just a tribute issue. It's a truly funny story about the friendship between Superboy and Robin. I laughed so hard in places that I thought I was going to hurt myself. It was both enjoyable and memorable. If you are a Titans fan at all, you need to pick it up. Some of the female Titans make, er, rather interesting cameo appearances, so to speak.
Of course, this is my version of Superboy's favorite scene:
Beast Boy in Paradise
There was another story at the end. "Sam's Story" is a story of Superman's youth, when he knew a young man named Sam who died of cancer. This story was so touching -- it makes me want to cry when I just think about it. It made me feel like Sam was someone that I would have enjoyed meeting. I am certain that, from the way he is portrayed in this story and the way his idea was played out, that he was truly a bright light in this world. What wonderful stories this young man must have had to tell!
I am thankful that he made my day, hell, my month, a little brighter. He gave me some laughs when I really, really needed them. I wish I could thank him for it. I honestly think that is what storytellers live for -- to hear that their story meant something to somebody and that it made someone's life a little better, even if for just a little while. This story did that for me. I do thank the staff of DC and his father for putting together such a wonderful and fitting memorial for him. I honestly think he would be proud of how his idea came to life. I think this issue will be loved for a long, long time.
Of course, this is my version of Superboy's favorite scene:
Beast Boy in Paradise
There was another story at the end. "Sam's Story" is a story of Superman's youth, when he knew a young man named Sam who died of cancer. This story was so touching -- it makes me want to cry when I just think about it. It made me feel like Sam was someone that I would have enjoyed meeting. I am certain that, from the way he is portrayed in this story and the way his idea was played out, that he was truly a bright light in this world. What wonderful stories this young man must have had to tell!
I am thankful that he made my day, hell, my month, a little brighter. He gave me some laughs when I really, really needed them. I wish I could thank him for it. I honestly think that is what storytellers live for -- to hear that their story meant something to somebody and that it made someone's life a little better, even if for just a little while. This story did that for me. I do thank the staff of DC and his father for putting together such a wonderful and fitting memorial for him. I honestly think he would be proud of how his idea came to life. I think this issue will be loved for a long, long time.
Sunday, May 28, 2006
Some New Art Stuff
I went shopping at Michael's today for some new art supplies. I purchased a ringbound sketchbook to carry around and a larger sketchpad for bigger projects. I hope that the little tote-book will let me practice more than I do now. I also bought 2 of those blue pencils that don't show up on a scan of a picture. I can use those to start my digital art.
My husband just created a new deviantArt site for his photography, if anyone would like to see his photos. He really likes wildlife and sunsets:
howler422.deviantart.com
My husband just created a new deviantArt site for his photography, if anyone would like to see his photos. He really likes wildlife and sunsets:
howler422.deviantart.com
Friday, May 26, 2006
Teen Titans #36
WOW! This was a great issue. I think I've read the words off the pages already. There is a lot going on. Questions are popping out of my head all the time as I wonder what is happening.
The Chief -- just, wow. Not what I expected. Of course, I have very little knowledge of the Doom Patrol outside of that I've seen in the pages of the Titans. My first experience with the Chief (when it wasn't a flashback) was in Titans #32 when the DP's memories got restored by Superboy's Reality Shaking Punches. I thought, "Wow, this is a Professor-X kind of guy that could help Raven out with her changing powers." I had no idea he was such a control freak! I got goosebumps when I read the conversation between the Chief and Rita as they operated on Kid Devil. Brrrrrrr! Now I'm thinking, "Keep him FAR AWAY from Raven!"
There is some kind of mind manipulation going on here. I have heard speculations by others on the forums that Mento's helmet may be involved in it. Steve is convinced that he needs to keep it on, that's for sure. I'm inclined to agree with that guess. Gar may not be as completely into the cult of personality as the others, but I think there's some influence there. (Personally, I think the Chief may have been responsible for BB's dreams that led him to seek out the DP in #32. There's no evidence of that, but I found it interesting that Chief claimed to have the same dreams.)
I can't wait for the next one!
The Chief -- just, wow. Not what I expected. Of course, I have very little knowledge of the Doom Patrol outside of that I've seen in the pages of the Titans. My first experience with the Chief (when it wasn't a flashback) was in Titans #32 when the DP's memories got restored by Superboy's Reality Shaking Punches. I thought, "Wow, this is a Professor-X kind of guy that could help Raven out with her changing powers." I had no idea he was such a control freak! I got goosebumps when I read the conversation between the Chief and Rita as they operated on Kid Devil. Brrrrrrr! Now I'm thinking, "Keep him FAR AWAY from Raven!"
There is some kind of mind manipulation going on here. I have heard speculations by others on the forums that Mento's helmet may be involved in it. Steve is convinced that he needs to keep it on, that's for sure. I'm inclined to agree with that guess. Gar may not be as completely into the cult of personality as the others, but I think there's some influence there. (Personally, I think the Chief may have been responsible for BB's dreams that led him to seek out the DP in #32. There's no evidence of that, but I found it interesting that Chief claimed to have the same dreams.)
I can't wait for the next one!
Monday, May 22, 2006
Good News on Raven Mini
Thanks to my good friend DeTroyes for giving me the following link. It's an interview with Marv Wolfman about the Raven mini-series that he is writing:
Wolfman Interview
This makes me happy. I think this mini-series is a good way to "bridge the gap" between Marv's original vision of Raven and Geoff John's vision of the character. I think it will give us a lot of that off-panel "slice of life" that we die-hard Raven fans have been chomping at the bit for. I am really looking forward to this mini-series.
I'm also making additions to my "Beast Boy" playlist on my MP3 player. These are songs that have either some kind of animal theme OR remind me of Beast Boy's personality. Here are the songs that I have so far:
"Animal" by Def Leppard
"A Little Less Conversation" by Elvis
"Beast of Burden" by The Rolling Stones
"Hungry Like the Wolf" by Duran Duran
"Stayin' Alive" by the Bee Gees ( I can just imagine Gar strutting down the street to this)
"Generic Blues" by Weird Al (He has to have a Weird Al song. )
I'm looking for other songs. Any suggestions?
Wolfman Interview
This makes me happy. I think this mini-series is a good way to "bridge the gap" between Marv's original vision of Raven and Geoff John's vision of the character. I think it will give us a lot of that off-panel "slice of life" that we die-hard Raven fans have been chomping at the bit for. I am really looking forward to this mini-series.
I'm also making additions to my "Beast Boy" playlist on my MP3 player. These are songs that have either some kind of animal theme OR remind me of Beast Boy's personality. Here are the songs that I have so far:
"Animal" by Def Leppard
"A Little Less Conversation" by Elvis
"Beast of Burden" by The Rolling Stones
"Hungry Like the Wolf" by Duran Duran
"Stayin' Alive" by the Bee Gees ( I can just imagine Gar strutting down the street to this)
"Generic Blues" by Weird Al (He has to have a Weird Al song. )
I'm looking for other songs. Any suggestions?
Friday, May 19, 2006
Still in Beta...Closer
I am receiving my edited files back and am making corrections. Soon!
And Teen Titans #36 is due out next week!
I have seen the cover for #39 (see Tony Daniel's link on this page), and I love it! It is good to see Raven on a cover again. I am excited to see what happens next.
I was feeling depressed about the whole BB/Rae breakup that was revealed in #34. I have decided that I'm just going to treat it as a mystery for now. We don't know why they broke up. We don't know if they actually did break up. It could all be a ruse of some sort. I'm just going to sit back and see how it all unfolds in "52" and in issues of "Teen Titans".
I hope that "Nadir" cheers everyone up, too.
And Teen Titans #36 is due out next week!
I have seen the cover for #39 (see Tony Daniel's link on this page), and I love it! It is good to see Raven on a cover again. I am excited to see what happens next.
I was feeling depressed about the whole BB/Rae breakup that was revealed in #34. I have decided that I'm just going to treat it as a mystery for now. We don't know why they broke up. We don't know if they actually did break up. It could all be a ruse of some sort. I'm just going to sit back and see how it all unfolds in "52" and in issues of "Teen Titans".
I hope that "Nadir" cheers everyone up, too.
Tuesday, April 18, 2006
"Nadir" Is Completely in Beta
Whew! My alpha pass is complete, and all of the next installment is in the hands of my beta readers! I am excited to have gotten it this far. I still think the post date will be early May. I hope it's worth the wait!
And I'm all anxious about getting #35. I hope they at least mention Raven in this issue. According to the solicits, though, we may not know anything much until July. C'mon, guys, find our girl!
And I'm all anxious about getting #35. I hope they at least mention Raven in this issue. According to the solicits, though, we may not know anything much until July. C'mon, guys, find our girl!
Monday, April 10, 2006
"Nadir" On Way to Beta
Hello all,
I just sent the first half of the story to my beta readers. The last half should go this week. It will definitely be a May post date at this rate. So stay tuned!
TT #34 has me all on tenterhooks now. They got together and broke up over the year? Oooooh, I really need to read "52" when it comes out, then. I am ready for #35! I want to know what happens!
I just sent the first half of the story to my beta readers. The last half should go this week. It will definitely be a May post date at this rate. So stay tuned!
TT #34 has me all on tenterhooks now. They got together and broke up over the year? Oooooh, I really need to read "52" when it comes out, then. I am ready for #35! I want to know what happens!
Saturday, April 01, 2006
"Nadir" Rough Cut Complete
Wow, I can't believe I haven't posted since February! Sorry, guys!
The rough cut on "Nadir" is complete as of 7:15 this evening. YAY!
I will start one of 2 alpha passes tomorrow. Once those are done (at least a week, maybe more), I will be sending the story out for beta.
I still don't have an exact post date, but we are much closer than we were! I'm really excited about this story and hope everyone enjoys it as much as they have the previous stories.
The rough cut on "Nadir" is complete as of 7:15 this evening. YAY!
I will start one of 2 alpha passes tomorrow. Once those are done (at least a week, maybe more), I will be sending the story out for beta.
I still don't have an exact post date, but we are much closer than we were! I'm really excited about this story and hope everyone enjoys it as much as they have the previous stories.
Saturday, February 11, 2006
Attention X-Files Fans!
Are you a rabid X-Files fan? Are you a roleplayer? Then, my friend, there is a new forum in town that lets you be both. My friend Moo the Quacking Cow from the RBSU (Raven and Beast Boy Shippers United) forum has created a forum all her own.
Here is the basic idea. There is a list of available X-Files roles in the Roleplay Applications board. Sorry, Scully and Mulder are taken! Take a look at that thread and see what available role you would like to play.
1. You can sign up for an account under your own user name following the normal forum registration procedures.
2. Pick the role you would like to audition for from the Roleplay Applications Board, Applications Thread.
3. Send a PM (Private Message) to Mulder (Admin) to audition for that role. Make sure you PM is in character!
4. Mulder will let you know if you pass muster for that character. If so, you'll get a new account with that role as the screen name.
Be sure to view the posting rules and be prepared to come in character!
I'm Langly, by the way.
Here is the link: X-Files Roleplaying Forum
Here is the basic idea. There is a list of available X-Files roles in the Roleplay Applications board. Sorry, Scully and Mulder are taken! Take a look at that thread and see what available role you would like to play.
1. You can sign up for an account under your own user name following the normal forum registration procedures.
2. Pick the role you would like to audition for from the Roleplay Applications Board, Applications Thread.
3. Send a PM (Private Message) to Mulder (Admin) to audition for that role. Make sure you PM is in character!
4. Mulder will let you know if you pass muster for that character. If so, you'll get a new account with that role as the screen name.
Be sure to view the posting rules and be prepared to come in character!
I'm Langly, by the way.
Here is the link: X-Files Roleplaying Forum
Wednesday, February 01, 2006
New Link
Greetings --
My good friend Pliskin MacReady just created his own blog. It is still "under construction", but he will be adding his own short stories and musings to the great blogosphere soon. Please check out his link over to the right and take a look at his work.
Pliskin MacReady
Work on "Nadir" is progressing, although I am still a long way from being finished. I am really excited about this one. It will be more action-oriented than the previous fics, although it will continue to reveal the mystery of the backstory of Raven's backstory. And for you Bart fans, there will be more Bart goodness.
My good friend Pliskin MacReady just created his own blog. It is still "under construction", but he will be adding his own short stories and musings to the great blogosphere soon. Please check out his link over to the right and take a look at his work.
Pliskin MacReady
Work on "Nadir" is progressing, although I am still a long way from being finished. I am really excited about this one. It will be more action-oriented than the previous fics, although it will continue to reveal the mystery of the backstory of Raven's backstory. And for you Bart fans, there will be more Bart goodness.
Sunday, January 29, 2006
New DeviantArt Site
Hello, everyone! I have created an account on deviantArt for my "Twilight Child" fanart. I have some pieces that I have done myself there, as well as some beautiful pieces done for me by SparkyX, BakaNeko021, and one coming soon from MootheQuackingCow.
Here is the link:
KTHunter.deviantArt.com
I will continue to post updates to the fanfic writing here, but I will be posting all new art to that site. It is much easier to organize the illustrations that way.
Part 4 of the Twilight Child series, "Nadir", is currently in progress. I still do not have a publish date.
Here is the link:
KTHunter.deviantArt.com
I will continue to post updates to the fanfic writing here, but I will be posting all new art to that site. It is much easier to organize the illustrations that way.
Part 4 of the Twilight Child series, "Nadir", is currently in progress. I still do not have a publish date.
Sunday, January 01, 2006
An Older Drawing
I found an older drawing from my college days over the weekend and thought I would post it. It's not Teen Titans -- it's my fave band of all time, Def Leppard. I drew it back when Steve Clark was still with us. I was really proud of this one. I drew this as a composite from several photographs from their biography, "Animal Instinct". If I remember correctly, some tracing was involved as well. Hope you like it. It does look a little odd as the pencils have faded over the past 15 years . . .
And here is the same image, with a little bit of correction in PaintShopPro:
Thursday, December 29, 2005
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