Cherry Blackbird made a deal with the Devil for fame. The day she turns 27, she'll be dragged to Hell. But she's not one to go quietly.
Hi all,
Starting today we will be shipping out batches of Carpe Noctem books to all physical backers. Keep an eye on your mail boxes over the next few weeks.
Please let me know what you think of the books when you get them.
Joe
Hi all,
I've received copies of Carpe Noctem and as promised these will start shipping out to each and every one of you starting this week! These 32 page Inktober books came out beautiful and each will come signed. **Please make sure you have updated your address.** Also, If you would like to purchase additional copies they are available in our backer kit store ($5.00 for regular edition, $20.00 for one with a quick sketch inside).
I'm about half way through the new Tijuana Bible the Grand Adventures of Duke and Duchess: Abominable. This book is going to be truly filthy and as soon as it is done I'll be posting an update for that as well. Scroll down for a sneak peak (I blocked out the naughty bits).
If you want to keep up to date on the work I'm doing please follow me on Instagram at @schmalke
Alright, I'll talk to you all soon.
- Joe
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Hi all,
First off, Whore of Babylon is progressing regularly and I have perfected the book's style and my process so that each page looks its best. Unfortunately, getting to that point has severely slowed down my rhythm. Later this week I will share a preview of the first 29 pages. I think you will see that there is a lot of progress being made and I am really pleased with the way the art looks and how it brings Cherry Blackbirds story to life. These pages are not lettered nor colored, but I'm excited to show you want is in store.
But wait... there's more!
Carpe Noctem is a 32-page collection of my work from October 2017 as I was participating in Inktober. Sorry International backers, you will unfortunately have to wait until all shipping is complete, but the rest of you should be receiving these by March, if not sooner. Each will be signed and numbered. This comes at NO additional cost to any of you. It's my way of saying thanks for your support. PLEASE make sure you have your addresses updated so we can get these out to you quickly. For a preview of the art, check out my Instagram at @schmalke.
Finally, many of you know that a group of fellow comic creators and I have started our own studio up here in Portland Maine-- Split Decision Comics. Currently, one of our members Dylan Andrews is running a Kickstarter for his book ARCHIVE The WarHood Odyssey Volume One. He's already met his goal, but there are plenty of stretch goals waiting to be unlocked. Take a minute to check it out and back it if you can.
Again, I apologize for running behind on this project, but I think you will all be happy once you have seen the finished result. Thanks again, and I'll be talking to you all again real soon!
Hi all,
It's been awhile since I talked to you. One year ago today, this project was successfully funded! While work continues on the book, I have to tell you, at this point, I do not believe it will be finished and in your hands by December. After a year of working on it, rewriting the script to account for additional content, and collecting feedback, I really want to take my time and bring you my best work. The reality is that is just going to take more time. I hope you all not too disappointed . Just so you know, I am not taking any side work or commissions 'till this book is done. Making Whore of Babylon is my number one priority.
I'll be back soon with Whore of Babylon's first chapter in black and white for you to enjoy going into the holiday season. I'm so excited to share it with you. Just like the last time, it will be available via digital download, so if you haven't filled out your surveys, now is the time. In the meantime, I'll be posting updates and sneak peeks of the art on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook, so stay tuned.
Hope you have a great Halloween,
Joe
