http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2012/07/05/announcing-a-new-writer-and-artist-for-detective-comics
Today the news broke about my "huge" project that I have been teasing here and over twitter for the last few weeks. I will be joining writer John Layman (Chew) on art duties for the next arc of Detective Comics, and I can't even begin to tell you how excited I am to receive this opportunity.
First, I want to express how thankful I am to have this opportunity. Only in my wildest dreams did I ever think I would be in this position at this point in my career. But even when I think back to my wildest dreams, I still tried to think with a humble heart and figured I wouldn't have an opportunity to work on a Batman series for the first 10 years or so of my career. I think that's why I was so shocked when Mike Marts emailed me asking if I was ready for a "big" project and then presented me with Detective. I'm humbled that DC would entrust me with art chores on one of their greatest titles.
I am also humbled to be the artist to follow up after Tony Daniel. I have been a fan of Tony's Batman work for the past few years and hope to take Detective comics forward and build upon what Tony has laid down on his run of the series. I hope Tony all the best on whatever he's going to do next and hope to support him in his future endevours.
As for working with John Layman, I couldn't be more excited. John has pitched a great story and I was truly floored when I read through issue 13 ( our first issue of the arc). John is a great visual storyteller and he packs every page with meaningful panels, not to fill up space, but to always bring the story forward. We hope to deliver a quality Batman tale, filled with mystery, twists, turns, shockers and most of all, fun! I've only just started work on issue 13, but I'm so excited to draw this book and I wake up every morning energized to get to work and do my best. Batman fans are in for a treat with Mr. Layman at the helm.
Cover to Detective Comics 13
As for myself, this is my opportunity to draw the Batman book I've always wanted to draw visually. Every other time I've worked on the character I've felt the need to retain the look and feel of the batman universe as drawn by the artist I was following. With this book I am ready to set the visual tone for the way I've always wanted to see batman drawn, as well as his universe. I am not taking this series lightly. I am going to pour my heart and soul into each and every panel and hopefully deliver the best art I am capable of. I am honored to join the other Batman artists such as Greg Capullo, Patrick Gleason, Chris Burnham, and my mentor David Finch. These are some of the best of the best in the business and I am flattered to be counted among them. I'm really hoping to deliver a gritty, realistic, film noir Batman with hints of the art deco stylings of the old animated series and the more modern take seen in the Chris Nolan films. I am hoping to let me influences gush out onto the page and create something that is familiar, classic and yet my own.
If you told me 2 years ago when I started in the indistry that I would one day be working on Detective Comics, I wouldn't have believed you. I believe, as a Christian, that my career is a "God thing" as has been so many of the immense blessings and opportunities that my wife and I have received over the short time we have been married. God has been faithful to us, and I have never taken any of my work and opportunities for granted. I believe I need to perform at the best of my ability at all times, and God has blessed me and given me the desires of my heart. I give him all the glory in my career and know I wouldn't be here without His guidance and faithfulness in my life and that of my family.
Detective Comics 13 Cover Inks
So now begins the next chapter in my life and career. I am ready for the challenge and hope that you will all enjoy the tale that Mr. Layman and I will bring you in the coming months. For my supporters, I hope to deliver to you the best work you've seen from me, and for those who may be skeptical that DC would choose an indie writer and an up-and-coming artist to handle one of their most legendary series, I'd ask you give us the chance to prove that we can deliver as big as any superstar creative team in the business.
Stay tuned, the adventure begins today!
7 comments:
You are the first comic artist/writer that I've seen share his/her faith. I really do appreciate you saying so. I haven't seen too many people in this business share anything like that.
I only read DC and because of that I collect a lot of titles. Over recent month I've been scaling back and Detective was on the chopping block. Nothing against Tony Daniel but I am enjoying Batman more and I don't need 2 Batman books. I have to be honest, when hearing Daniels was off the book I got curious. I wondered who would replace him. Well, when announced that you and Layman were taking over I still wanted to give it a chance not really being familiar with your or his work. Then I realized you did Batman Annual and I was sold!
Now hearing of your faith I'm glad that God is blessing you. I'm happy to be supporting you so early in your career on such an important title.
Blessings,
Raul
Great news! Cool to see creators open about their faith. I really enjoyed your work on the Batman annual and the Dark Knight issues, can't wait to see your work on Detective Comics
Thanks guys. My faith in Christ is the number 1 thing in my life above all else and I have no fear in sharing my greatfulness. I actually went to bible college and was a missionary at a youth organization for a year before I felt the Lord opening up a door for my artwork. I love God, love my wife and love my job! Im very content and thankful for everything in my life, including you guys, the supporters of my work! I really hope you will enjoy my work on Detective once it hits!!
Congrats on the gig! I'm really looking forward to your run.
As a 30 year old Christian in the ministry who just got into comics a year ago, it's great to see someone in this business who is open with his faith. I loved the annual and thought that you would be great for a Batman ongoing. Can't wait to see what you guys have planned.
Congrats Jason! It's fantastic to know that DC recognizes your God-given talents to allow you to work on Detective Comics. :)
Congrats on the title!
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