Gene Gonzales' Sketches & Other Silly Stuff

Patreon Move!

2017-01-21T09:38:00.001-05:00

Just in case you didn't know I have created a Patreon page. After over 7 years of posts here and on my main website gene gonzales.com, I thought Patreon would be a good fit. I have been on Patreon for almost a year and it's been a good experience. Over there I post art and process videos for my patrons. And from time to time I post for the general public. And we are building a nice little community. Come over and check it out. :)

https://www.patreon.com/genegonzales

Thanks,

Gene

PERILS ON PLANET X for sale at IndyPlanet!

2016-03-16T07:22:00.000-04:00

Shameless plug this morning but it's also a great example of why I am on Patreon now. Creating Perils on Planet X took over a dozen years. And the simple reason is both of us, writer Chris Mills and I have other responsibilities in order to pay the bills. But we never let POPX die. And now it is done and ready to read! In Chris' words:

All three issues of PERILS ON PLANET X by Yours Truly and Gene Gonzales, with colors by Ian Sokoliwski, are available to purchase NOW!

They are only available by mail order from IndyPlanet. This is is the best way to support us and the book, as the profits go directly to Gene and myself. Each issue is 32 full-color pages, printed on high-quality, heavy paper stock. (You can also purchase digital downloads, if you prefer.)

Sales of these issues will help Gene and I determine whether there's enough demand for Volume 2: "Agent of Empyr," so if you'd like to see further PERILS ON PLANET X adventures, be sure to order your copies soon.

Please share!

You can order either print or digital downloads. Or both if you so desire.

http://www.indyplanet.us/atomicpulp/

I hope you will join us on Planet X!

Thanks!

PERILS ON PLANET X - IN PRINT (very, very soon)

2016-03-02T16:31:00.001-05:00

PERILS ON PLANET X © CHRISTOPHER MILLS AND GENE GONZALES

Anyone who has followed me on this blog knows about PERILS ON PLANET X. If you don't, POPX is a series by writer Christopher Mills and myself. It is a swashbuckling sci-fi adventure done in the grand tradition of Flash Gordon and John Carter. It will be available through print on demand very very soon. And to celebrate, I have created a desktop wallpaper of the first issues wraparound cover. You can download it for free at my Patreon page: www.Patreon.com/GeneGonzales

There are more details on that page as well as the download. I hope you enjoy the wallpaper and I hope you will give our series a shot.

Thanks!

Valentine's Day Cupid - Patreon

2016-02-10T11:47:00.001-05:00

As an early Valentines present I am sharing this piece with everyone. If you enjoy it I hope you will share it with others. This was done on my iPad Pro in Procreate.

This is one example of the process videos I share, and make downloadable, on Patreon. If you would like to see more please visit my Patreon page take a look at the different patron tiers on the page and join us.

https://www.patreon.com/genegonzales

Even if you don't pick a tier with process videos, you can still see new artwork almost everyday from me and help towards the goal of me posting one of my own comic creations.

Cheers!

Gene

Gene Gonzales is Creating Art and Comics on Patreon!

2016-01-31T11:42:00.001-05:00

On January 30th I launched a Patreon page. If you are not familiar with Patreon, it is a subscription based way for people to support the endeavors of other people. Basically it is a way to become a "Patron of the Arts". And my art in particular. :)

https://www.patreon.com/genegonzales

I created the video seen above to explain why I am now on Patreon and what I hope to accomplish. If you have enjoyed what I do on this blog and you enjoy my art, I ask that you check out what I am doing on Patreon. And if you are interested in supporting me there, you will see a number of reward tiers from which to choose. From basic info to art commissions, I tried to make them appealing.

If you are not interested in supporting me on Patreon, no worries. Really. My work will still be showcased here about as frequently as I have been doing lately. And every so often I might give you a peek at what the Patrons are seeing on Patreon as a way to try to entice you again. :)

The link is above, if you have a moment take a look. And if you have any questions about it just shoot me an email or ask in the comments below.

Thank you for all your kind words and support through the years!

Gene

Even more Legionnaires

2016-01-22T13:23:00.000-05:00

Another batch of Legion commissions featuring the Legionnaires in costumes from different time periods. I hope you enjoy them.

Invisible Kid

Magnetic Kid

Matter-Eater Lad

Saturn Girl

Superboy

All characters © DC Comics / Artwork © Gene Gonzales

Ink and watercolor on 11" x 17" watercolor paper.

More Legionnaires

2016-01-08T18:08:00.000-05:00

Here is the latest batch of Legion of Super-Heroes commissions. Always fun to draw them!

Light Lass

Star Boy

White Witch

Bouncing Boy

Brainiac 5

All characters © DC Comics

Ink and watercolor on 11" x 17" watercolor paper

Cosmic Boy and Ferro Lad - Legion of Super-Heroes

2015-12-15T12:02:00.000-05:00

Another pair of Legionnaires in uniforms that were only since once or just a few times.

Ferro Lad © DC Comics

Cosmic Boy © DC Comics

Ink and watercolor on Strathmore 11" x 17" watercolor paper.

Wildfire - Legion of Super-Heroes

2015-12-07T16:07:00.000-05:00

Wildfire © DC Comics

Another Legion commission! I can't get enough of them! Today is Wildfire! I thought Wildfire was one of the coolest looking characters when I first saw him in Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroes 205. He didn't do much but that visor was cool. It wasn't until I got the elusive issue 201 and the even more elusive first appearance in issue 195 (you have no idea how difficult it was to find that comic back then) that I got to see him in action. Good times!

And if you are interested, I also recorded the inking process and uploaded it to my YouTube channel. Click on over for the better resolution.

Ink and watercolor on 11" x 17" Strathmore water color paper.

Lightning Lad - Legion of Super-Heroes

2015-12-04T12:53:00.001-05:00

Lightning Lad © DC Comics

Ink and watercolor on 11" x 17" Strathmore watercolor paper.

Tyroc - Legion of Super-Heroes

2015-12-03T11:01:00.001-05:00

Tyroc © DC Comics

This is my take on the Legion animated version.

Ink and watercolor on Strathmore watercolor paper

Devlin O'Ryan - Legion of Super-Heroes

2015-12-02T18:06:00.002-05:00

Devlin O'Ryan © DC Comics

This just might turn into a Legion art blog. Not that I mind. :)

Today we have Mr. Devlin O'Ryan. Devlin was introduced during the "Five Years Later" era and he was able to reflect any physical or energy attack. Handy power!

Ink and watercolor on 11" x 17" watercolor paper.

Last Batch of Legionnaires

2015-11-26T13:12:00.000-05:00

Dawnstar

Element Lad

Karate Kid

This is the last of this batch of Legionnaires. I'm gonna miss them. All the pieces have been a blast to do. Exploring costumes that were never used or only seen in a very limited fashion. Which just reminded me of some costumes that Legion artist Jim Sherman did in one of the Legion treasury books. Some of those never saw action outside of that book. Maybe that will be a future batch?

Ink and watercolor on 11" x 17" watercolor paper.

Dr. Strange

2015-11-22T17:45:00.001-05:00

Dr. Strange © Marvel Comics

A recent commission done with ink and watercolor on 9" x 12" watercolor paper.

More Legionnaires! (Legion of Super-Heroes)

2015-11-20T16:43:00.000-05:00

Phase

Blok

Timber Wolf

All characters © DC Comics

Ink and watercolor on 11" x 17" watercolor paper

Warm-Up Sketch - iPad Pro/Apple Pencil/Procreate

2015-11-20T09:59:00.000-05:00

Phase © DC Comics

This warm up sketch was created on my iPad Pro using Procreate art app and using the apps recording feature. This was recorded in 1080p so if you watch it on YouTube you can used the higher resolution setting.

The Web - Conventionless Convention Commission

2015-11-19T18:36:00.003-05:00

The Web © Archie Comics

This is the first time I have drawn any of the Archie Comics super heroes. WooHoo!

Ink on 11" x 17" bristol board.

Inking Timber Wolf (timelapse)

2015-11-18T14:54:00.002-05:00

Just for fun I recorded the inking stage of the Timber Wolf commission I am creating. This was recorded with my iPhone 6s Plus and titles done in iMovie. Don't blink, it's pretty fast. :)

Timber Wolf © DC Comics

Conventionless Convention Commissions - Fall 2015

2015-11-13T08:01:00.001-05:00

All character © their individual owners

CONVENTIONLESS CONVENTION COMMISSION (CCC)! It's just like a regular con sketch that I would do for you at a convention, except no crowds, no convention hall food, no hotel bill, and no travel. And the price is the same as a show sketch. You only have to pay extra for shipping. Still cheaper than going to a show. If you have been waiting to get a black and white, inked single character sketch from me, now is the time to get it. This time around I am offering some other options as well. If not for yourself, maybe you want a gift for that special someone? The holidays are just around the corner!

Here are the CCC options...

Commissions:

• 9" x 12" Inked head shot: $50.00

• 11" x 17" Inked single character: $75.00

• 11" x 17" Inked with some color single character: $125.00

I will not be doing multiple characters on a single board. Shipping is $15.00. No matter how many sketches you get! Buy 1: Shipping is $15.00! Buy 20, shipping is $15.00! This shipping cost is for the US only, sorry. If you are outside the US, please contact me for shipping costs.

I have not set a specific amount of requests that I will take. I will just see what the requests are and see what I can handle. I am planning to begin them on November 16th and complete them by Dec. 16th. Any background elements will be at my discretion. Finished art will be mailed each Thursday or Friday.

Payment is PayPal only. (No e-checks, please).

If you are interested, send me an email to gene_gonzales(at)mac(dot)com. Please use "Conventionless Convention Commission" in the subject line and let me know what you would like. That address and subject line are very important. It helps me sort the requests from other emails. That email address is also my PayPal account, but check with me before sending money, please. I do reserve the right to turn down requests that I don't feel comfortable drawing. If you have any questions, please email me.

Please tell your friends, family, and local politicians. Tweet it on Twitter, Tumble it on Tumblr, Pin it on Pinterest, Face it on Facebook...Okay, that one didn't sound right, but you get the idea. Please get the word out any way you can. Thanks! :)

Well, they are called "The LEGION of Super-Heroes"...

2015-11-12T22:19:00.000-05:00

How about a few more Legionnaires?

Shadow Lass

Chameleon Boy

Colossal Boy

Polar Boy

Sun Boy

Ultra Boy

All pieces were done in ink and watercolor on 11" x 17" Strathmore watercolor paper.

More Legion of Super-Heroes

2015-10-13T08:02:00.001-04:00

I am in the middle of some color Legionnaire commissions. Here are two of the recent ones.

Sorry about the images. My scanner has never done a decent job with the subtlety of watercolors so I just took quick photos of the images.

I've had a few emails asking about doing a round of commissions for the holidays. I am hoping to announce something along those lines in the next few weeks. I've had a couple work projects going and then I had a big series of jobs drop in my lap that need to be done. Plus I still have a few more Legion paintings that I took on just before the extra, extra work happened. When I have a better idea of my time I will announce something here and on Twitter. Which feeds my Facebook page as well.

Ink and watercolor on 11" x 17" watercolor paper.

Legion of Super-Heroes

2015-09-17T13:20:00.000-04:00

I just finished this group of Legionnaires and thought I would share. All are done in ink and watercolor on watercolor paper.

Chemical King

Dream Girl (in her PJs)

Invisible Kid II

Princess Projectra

Superboy starring The Legion of Super-Heroes #212 - Retro Variant Cover

2015-09-06T17:55:00.000-04:00

This was a project I wanted to do for years. I thought it would be fun to do variant covers where the back-up story was featured on the cover. The production error on the original cover for Superboy and the Legion of Super-Heroess was the inspiration. The two titles on the cover are flopped. It should have read "Last Fight for a Legionnaire" (the lead story) Plus "Death Stroke at Dawn" (the back up). But someone messed up the order.

So I took the back up story of Night Girl and Shadow Lass (with Cosmic Boy) and made it the cover feature. This entire piece was done by hand, logos, lettering and all in ink on 11" x 17" bristol board. I had so much fun with this I imagine I will do some more in the near future.

Below is the original cover by Mike Grell.

Black Canary and Widows

2015-07-20T18:11:00.003-04:00

Here are a few finished commissions.

All three are inked on 11" x 17" bristol board

HeroesCon 2015 - Final

2015-06-28T09:45:00.000-04:00

Here are the last of the pieces done for or at HeroesCon. If I didn't include yours it just means I neglected/forgot to take a picture at the show or scan it in advance. If you have a picture/scan of the art that you would like me to share send it to me. Enjoy!

Buffy

Harley

Rocky

Starfire & Robin

Supergirl riding comet (Crisis Era)

Supergirl evening gown (Adventure Comics 402)

Thunderbird

Tigra

Zatanna