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Devious Journal Entry

Wed May 23, 2007, 6:52 PM
News

As some of you may have noticed, I haven't updated in quite a while!! *cough*a year*cough*

Life and work got in the way and I just haven't been tending to my poor neglected DA page. ^_^;; Well, for everyone who left me comments and notes while I've been absent -- thank you soo much! I truly appreciate it and I've tried to respond to everyone who contacted me. I'm sorry it's taken me this long to respond, but I really do love hearing from you guys!! ^_^

So, since it's been a while here's a little on what's been going on, project-wise:

MANGAKA AMERICA

Mangaka America

Mangaka America, the book I edited, came out last November and it's doing well! You can find it in your local bookstore, or buy it online at places like Amazon, ISBN: 0061137693

It features some great art and tutorials from some of North America's hottest emerging manga artists including some fellow DAers:

:iconnashya: :iconnyanko-chan: :iconsadwonderland: :iconlcibos:

There is also a great forward by Adam Warren :iconadamwarren:, American manga pioneer!

So check it out! It's a great book for anyone who loves manga-style art, and for all you aspiring artists out there!

SABRINA THE TEENAGE WITCH

Sabrina

I'm still writing and drawing Sabrina the Teenage Witch for Archie comics. It's out every month on your newsstand or comic store! I've been doing it for over 3 years now -- and it's NOT related to the TV show or any past incarnations. It's a NEW and exciting take on the classic character!

For those of you who haven't had a chance to pick it up, here's the story so far:

Sabrina thought her life was hard enough juggling between her mortal high school and her magical charm school. But when she starts discovering that she has unique powers, and that the Magic Council isn't too happy about the ways she's been using these new skills, things really start getting tough!

To add to the mix, there's two guys in her life who are as different as night and day: shy, serious mortal Harvey, and daring, bishonen wizard Shinji. Sabrina is currently with Harvey but can't help but feel jealous when Shinji shows up with a mysterious new girlfriend named Hemlock.

Meanwhile, Harvey has no idea Sabrina is a witch, while Shinji is currently planning a rebellion against the Queen of the magic realm to avenge his dead parents.

And even though she initially tries to stay out of it, Sabrina gets sucked into the political intrigue and realizes the Magic Realm Queen is hiding a terrible secret that will surely lead to the downfall of the entire Magic Realm.

But will helping Shinji with his cause betray Sabrina's own aunt who is a member of the Magic Council? And will Harvey ever realize Sabrina is a witch?

The answers may surprise you...


I really hope you guys will give it a chance - this is the story I've always wanted to tell and I'm now building the storyline up to a dramatic issue 100!!

And now it's easier than ever to see where it all began as the first four issues of the manga look have been released as a trade that you can buy online at Archie Comics or Amazon, ISBN: 1879794195

MY POORLY DRAWN LIFE

My Poorly Drawn Life

For those of you who don't know, I have a webcomic at:

My Poorly Drawn Life

Check it out! It's been going for over a year now, and there are plenty of stories in the archives!

In other news, I'm moving to LA soon, so that's been keeping me really busy! I'll also have a new project that I can announce soon, so stay tuned! ^_^

Cons

June 8-10: Toronto Comic-con in Toronto, Canada

June 15-17 Heroes Con, in Charlotte, NC

June 23-24: MoCCA Art Festin New York City, NY


Links
My blog, The Witching Hour
My webcomic My Poorly Drawn Life





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Devious Info

  • Current Residence: New York
  • Interests: Manga, animation, videogames
  • Favourite movie: Napolean Dynamite, Best in Show, Princess Mononoke
  • Favourite band or musician: No Doubt, Cake, Daft Punk and Nine Inch Nails
  • Favourite genre of music: Not sure...
  • Favourite artist: Yayoi Ogawa, Ai Yazawa, Rumiko Takahashi, Miwa Ueda, Fuyumi Soryo, Hayao Miyazaki
  • Favourite poet or writer: Too many to list...
  • Favourite style of art: Manga style
  • Operating System: Windows XP
  • MP3 player of choice: ipod mini! (blue)
  • Favourite game: any Final Fantasy game, Star Wars Galaxies
  • Favourite gaming platform: Game boy in all its incarnations!
  • Favourite cartoon character: Spike Spiegel, Kakashi, Ranma & Akane
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:iconeskinvandel:
Howdy,

I found your book, "Mangaka America" to be a true inspiration. I had toyed with the idea of making a manga, or a manga "flavored" comic for years but never got past the initial character drawing. I bought the book and was like, "Why not me?" When I need a little boost I look through it, or at my dreadfully small manga collection.

What I mean to say is, thanks for an awesome book.
:iconshadow568:
Are you going to continue Sabrina after issue 104?

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:iconseiriyuki:
let me first say that I love the sabrina comics. but not in the way I think that most people do. I have a very detailed taste when it comes to manga such as d.n.angel etc. and sabrina, tho simpler somehow captures a really cool look.

cheers

-seiri

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:icondarthroden:
Greetings Tanya!

I have to tell you, Im a huge fan of your comic in Rising Stars of Manga Vol. 2 "Love Sketch" it was beautifully done and had an amazing story.
:iconkafiesgirl:
Omigoodness!
I love your work thier so cute.
Your work in that book really inspired me!
Congrats!
:3
Mind if I watch you?

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:iconraquelstr:
I'm soo happy, I found one American Mangaka! You draw verry well. I love your Deviations!

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:icontah-marien:
Hi Tania. Big Elfquest fan and friend here. Love the Amber! I really like to sculpt the characters on long nights when I can't sleep. Merry Christmas.
:iconemo-ninja123:
HI~! I have the book mangaka and as soon as i saw your work i was so inspired! Im a fan XD I really love your sabrina the teenage witch manga

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Lolita and cosplay is for everyone! So you snobbish ass's who cant take the truth please leave others alone ^^ thank you

:iconteheplz: WAI HALLO THAR
:iconblue-seme:
I read your profile in Manga-ka America, and have seen the Sabrina comics. As a wannabe graphic novelist, your work really inspires me!

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:iconazispaz:
I just want to say to you and all of you that were featured and worked hard on the Mangaka America compilation...rock on! I'm glad that there are people like you out there doing what you're doing and paving the way for others (coughlikemyselfonedayhopefullycough) to follow in the aspirations of North American manga! Thank you for being you!

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