Strange Lore Update: Brandon and Jackson by MyDearBasil

Here's another artist's take of my characters from Strange Lore. The artist goes by MyDearBasil and she's still a teenager, but man she's talented!

My real artist, Kelvin is working hard to get the characters set and ready. In June, he will get started on the pages.

But for now, please enjoy this illustration and check out MDB's work.

Strange Lore Update: The Lovers - Jackson and Brandon

This is another drawing of my lead characters, Jackson and Brandon. This piece was created by Lindsay Ishihiro, a talented artist in Canada.

She really gave them so much life here. I love the way they look; Jackson is offering his heart and Brandon is willing to take it. You can also see Jackson's shadow powers as a smoky haze behind him.

When I created these characters, I wanted them to be something gay teens and adults would fall for.

Jackson is a charming country boy based from the guys I have "encountered" back home, or had major crushes on. He (and Brandon) is nothing like the gays we see on TV. In fact, I made sure they were no "Glee gays". I wanted to challenge the notion of what we think when it comes to gay youth. These guys are something different and hopefully, something exciting.

Brandon grew up in Chicago. So he's not a whiner and sulking heap of mess (no Bella). Brandon's a fighter and a nonsense guy, however he's still a kid. He drops his guard to those he trust and becomes vulnerable to the ones he deeply cares about. 

Jackson grew up in a mystical and magical world, yet he maintains a laid-back approach to things. He has learned to deal with being a supernatural being with the help of his father, Ken. Through Ken, Jackson has become a resilient young man. But if Jackson is pushed too far he could go dark. The last time that happened, people were slaughtered. So he has to keep it together, especially for Brandon's sake.

I get really excited talking about this project. I can't wait for this graphic novel to come together and I can get it out to the public. I really hope folks like it.

But before I close this post, please check out Lindsay's work and if you need some illustrated, let her know.

Strange Lore Update: Artist Sketch of Brandon

I wanted to share a sketch of one of my main characters, Brandon. My artist wanted me see how he envisioned him.

Here's a little about Brandon

BRANDON HANKS (19) – He's smart, a bit of a geek and very strong willed. He is also very guarded and keeps his deepest feelings hidden in a journal. Brandon just moved in with his grandmother and aunt in South Carolina, after a fallout with his stepfather. The incident was very tough for Brandon, but he manages to stay positive. This is his opportunity for a fresh start.

So take a look

I think he's cute.

Strange Lore Update: A Drawing from Jaxinto Myth

Here's another drawing of my character, Jackson from the talented erotic artist, Jaxinto Myth. Isn't he cute? His drawing of Brandon is coming soon.

Please take a look at Jaxinto's art. It's hot, sexy (NSFW) and beautiful.

Meet My Artist for My Graphic Novel

So the artist I'm working with is Kelvin Lo. He is a talented artist from Canada who just graduated from the Max the Mutt Animation School, yes that is the name of the school.

Kelvin has a knack for storytelling and drawing cute guys; clearly the best attributes for a gay story, right?

But on a serious tip, these examples are the reasons why I chose him

We are getting started with Strange Lore! So excited about doing this.

To see more of Kelvin work, go to his website