MOTOR CITY CON RECAP!!!

Hey everyone! I'm back from an EXHAUSTING weekend at Motor City Comic Con. Seriously, the busiest show I have ever been at there. Wall to wall, packed. It was indeed overwhelming. While lots of people I asked said, and I would agree, that doesn't exactly mean we came home with bags of money. We did okay. I didn't sell any books, except for the con exclusive Coloring Book. Mostly prints, commissions, original art, etc. Not bad overall! Here's a recap of my weekend:

THURSDAY:

Comedian Brian Posehn was signing at a local comic store here in Lansing. I got in there, got a poster signed and got out and headed to work. He seemed shy and/or jetlagged so I didn't bother him for a photo. But I got a cool screen printed poster personalized from him. Will go nicely on my wall someday. I went to work, took on the looooong shift and finally got home around midnight, took care of some last minute things and then passed out.

FRIDAY:
Woke up at 6:30am and made us breakfast and then we headed out. We got there quite early and set up. I ran into Brett, Jay, Kelly and a few other friends. Pals of mine from Lansing came out and scored some art and books from me too (Thanks Guys!) I did a commission for Jeff and went through the day just kinda tired overall. Sold fairly well. I made a note of a MST3K bot shop in the dealer area and promised myself that if I did well I would get one. So then we left, checked into the hotel, hit RED ROBIN for some much needed eats. Then back to the hotel, got our drink on and vegged out in our living room suite. Spending a nice night in each other's company. Passed out around midnight.

We're here!!!

Commission called for Silver Surfer with his dong flapping in the cosmos as he rode. Glad to oblige!

I think she likes me!

Enjoying some much needed spirits after a long con day!

TIKI!

Some cool art on the Wall of RED ROBIN made out of crayons!

Close up.

SATURDAY:

We woke up, grabbed coffee and bagels and headed to the show. Immediately we were floored with how busy it was! It would take you a half hour just to walk to the bathroom and get in there! We sold decently well and I got myself a treat I've wanted for a long time. Then to TGI Fridays for some post-con grub, then a relaxing dip in the pool. Then drinks with Matt until I passed out around midnight!

My pal Matt brought his nieces to the show, their first con! I Think they had a good time... although one doesn't like her photo taken, obviously!

I drew them both thier favorite doctors. Here's the 10th one. The Matt Smith photo was blurry.

Another pal from Lansing, Joe came with his daughter Sophia for a daddy daughter day. When leaving he asked her what the highlight of the trip was. She said, "Easily, seeing Adam by far!" Made my day!!

I drew Sophie a... whatever this is... from Minecraft I guess. Glad she liked it!

I've always wanted a robot and now I got one! Meet Tom Servo, who came home with me and now will help me get through all the cheesy movies... the worst I can find.... tra-la-la!

Together at last!

Together.... at last?? (ahem)

 

Playing with Colored Pencils.

More colored pencils. the NEW Pleasant Life cast! Who are the two people on the left? You'll see... someday!

Nice Ribeye steak at TGI Fridays!

Tom Servo is ready to party!!!!!

Chattin' with Matt over drinks.

A gift from Matt to me. NICE!!!!

SUNDAY: Honestly, I was beat. It was a busy busy weekend, so I was looking forward to a nice quieter Sunday. But boy was I wrong! Just about the same amount came through the doors as Saturday!!! Whew! But sales were better Sunday than Saturday. I barely left my table!

Commission for Matt, "FATPOOL." His idea. I dug it!

Loose doodles for myself at my table. I like it when I get to do free form, stream of consciousness stuff like this.

I don't get into Cosplay much, but you gotta give it up for this guy. Nice!

Best kid's costume hands down goes to this AT-ST. The legs moved with his legs!!!

On the way home, I introduced Danielle to White Castle. She approves and says we can go back.

A friendly reminder of how crazy the crowd was on Sunday!

So now I'm home. Safe. Final thoughts: I enjoyed coming back to Motor City after a long hiatus. I saw people there I hadn't seen in a long time and fans came back to say hi and catch up. It didn't translate to any new book sales though, but it was good to let them know that I am still kicking! I sold a lot of prints and art and that was good. I do say now that I am retiring the art prints for good and now am only focusing on books.... meaning that pop culture shows like Motor City aren't my crowd for that anymore. The times have changed and with it, I must change too. I had a great time and will return again someday, but for now, I want to focus on MY characters... not ones I don't own. And there are plenty of print people doing that stuff for me. I will visit in the future but starting in 2017, I'm gonna hit some small press shows. I would like to cultivate readers.

I loved the trip and it was a much needed vacation. I made some scratch and caught up with old friends. I had fans come visit that I met well over a decade ago at this show and it was great to reconnect with them. One fan, who said he is an avid reader of my blog said something that stuck with me: "Thanks for sharing your life with us." That statement alone, me hearing that, made my weekend. Thank you.

But for now, I'm reeling from the craziness of it all. I'm ready to enjoy some quiet! Gonna stay away from pop culture shows for a bit. But I might visit again someday!

Thanks to all who came out! 

BIG SHOWS MAKE ADAM GO CRAZY!!!

ME TOO!!!!!

 Thanks friends. Onward!!

--T

MOTOR CITY COMIC CON THIS WEEKEND!

Well its that time of year again! And its my triumphant return to the show of my birth. 21 years ago I first went to this show as a fan. I started exhibiting there in 2002. Fourteen years later, I'm back again and I'm proud to say that I will be bringing my best display, comics and work to the table! I will be at Motor City Comic Con May 13-15th all weekend. Details on the show HERE

I will be in Artist Alley, table K-6. About the middle of the show floor. Some pics to start the excitement....

As you can see, I'm all packed and ready to load up in the morning!

I'll be showing off my new giant banner featuring all my characters and my name in lights, baby! Hard to miss!

I will have all my books, original art, pop culture prints and more! Speaking of which....

A SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT!

I let it out over social media but I got a surprise for Motor City Comic Con goers! My first adult coloring book will premiere at the show! Its ten pages, all ages. MCCC exclusive, signed, head-sketched, hand lettered. Only 25 of them exist and will be gone quick. Price is $10. Score them at my table quick or they will be gone for good! All new images, never before seen! Surprise!!! ;)

It means a lot to come back to the show after a long hiatus. One year ago I was beating myself up for not being there. Remember my blog from last year? Read it HERE - But hey, I kept my promise to myself. I got out, finished my books and I'll be there. Goal achieved. Rock and roll! So come celebrate that with me this weekend.

Also celebrate STARSLAM 2's Kickstarter! Only a few days left to go! Pledge/Preorder and join the movement of my most successful pre-ordered comic to date right HERE

See you all at Motor City Con! Table K-6! Pics, video and audio to come!

T

UPDATES GALORE! Pics, Videos, FCBD Recap and Sneak Peeks!

Hey friends! Man, we got a lot to get to, so let's have at it!

First - A Video update!!



You can pledge/preorder STARSLAM 2 by going to my Kickstarter campaign page right HERE

-----  FREE COMIC BOOK DAY RECAP!!! ----- 

Wow! What a day! Summit Comics in Downtown Lansing had me back as a guest this year at Free Comic Book Day and of course, it was insane! I sold some stuff and people walked away very happy. I hope the kids enjoyed their books and we got some new blood coming up in the future! Here's some pics!

Hey! A new BANNER! I ordered one quick and it arrived the next day!! esigns.com - AWESOME!!!

I'm all set up. On 5 hours of sleep. We're both tired!

FCBD is all about the kids. I did lots of sketches of characters all morning!

Here's some of the artists who were on the morning shift. Who is that arsehole in the middle?

Not just Adam Talley, but THE Adam Talley!

-----  MOTOR CITY CON NEXT WEEKEND!!!! ----- 

I will be manning a table at the Motor City Comic Con this coming weekend, May 13-15th. I will have all my books (sans Starslam 2), original art (clean and dirty), pop culture prints and more! I will also have a show exclusive I will announce later this week. Something I've been cooking up for a while... a nice little show exclusive suprise. Hint: Its not a print! Stay tuned!

It is likely that I will not be taking commissions at the show. I'm just focusing on moving books and meeting people. I don't want to have my head down drawing all weekend. So come on out and see me! Lots to see and talk about. Speaking of which.....

-----  SNEAK PEEKS!!! ----- 

And of course, the work never ends! Here's a sneek peek at what's on my table.... (I ain't sayin' NUTHIN!)

Yeah... I think I've said too much already. TONS going on. More than you know!

Anyway, thanks for coming back. Make sure you check out the Kickstarter above! We're in the last 10 days of it! Keep it rolling!! See ya at Motor City.

Cheers, T

FREE COMIC DAY SIGNING THIS SATURDAY!

It's that time of year again! This Saturday I will be signing and sketching at SUMMIT COMICS (Formerly Clem's Comics) in Downtown Lansing from 8-Noon, 2pm-5pm or so. For details on who will be there and what specials will be going on in the shop visit HERE - Some great guests and friends of mine will be there rockin' and rollin' all day! FREE SKETCHES for kids 12 and under! I will have all my books as well as pop culture prints and cards there. LAST CHANCE to get the cards! Cause after this weekend they go bye bye forever!

I will take commissions at the show but likely won't be able to finish them at the store. They will have to be paid for there and then mailed to you at a later time, as most of my drawing that day will be focused on the free head sketches for kids.

FREE COMIC BOOK DAY is a day where each of the major publishers prints a few comics to promote their characters or upcoming storylines and then gives them away for free! Its a great way to start kids reading or to sample a series for yourself.

So come on out!

216 S Washington Sq, Ste B

Lansing, MI

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In other news, I gave Idiothead.com a minor facelift today. And I ordered a new backdrop that matches the intro graphic a bit. Uniformity! What a concept! Should be premiering that at Motor City Comic Con. 

The STARSLAM 2 KICKSTARTER is still going strong and we've got 16 days left!!! Make sure you pledge to preorder your book and take advantage of the deals on actual art pages, commissions and even get drawn into STARSLAM 3!!!!!! Act quick by clicking the link above! 

Next weekend is MOTOR CITY COMIC CON and I will be there all weekend from the 13-15th. I will be there with books, art, prints and more! I will be taking commissions at the show, but its best to sign up and order one beforehand. Pay now, pick it up at the show with a bonus gift! Preorder a commission by emailing me HERE   --- I'm excited to return to Motor City Con after a few years' absence. The show and I have a lot of history and its a great time to come back and celebrate that history and see the old friends again. Come on out and see me! May 13-15th! 

Also don't forget to keep up with my MORNING SHOW PODCAST now well into the 400's by count! Its supplemental to this blog and gives more inside info on me, my thoughts and whats going on in general. Its free content for you to enjoy!

Okay, thats it for now. See you this weekend! 

--T 

Various Updatez

Hey friends! The Kickstarter is still going strong at over $2,200, which is a grand more than I asked for. We've still got 23 days left to raise funds! I just want more eyes on my work. If you know any ways to get more attention on my adults only kickstarter or want to review the book for your podcast or blog, EMAIL ME HERE

Meanwhile here is a video update on how we are doing and how you can help:



Meanwhile, life continues here at Castle Adam. Seems like a TON of things are rolling forward but not much to show yet. Living life, driving myself crazy with workload, sleeping sporatically and of course I fell off the diet for a bit. But I'm moving forward and just getting things done that I can. Here's some visuals:

Mutha Fuckin' DUCK!!!!! (I helped my pals Dean and Mjit move, and they have a giant duck. Had to rent a truck for it!)

After a long day of moving, booze and CAH is in order.

Dean pretends to be Cousin IT.

And of course, I hit the table for some artworking. What sort of Starslammy goodness is this??

The kids come visit and bots steals daddy's shirt... and his computer!

James steals daddy's party hat! You're far too young to get yer drink on, kid!

I'm making and editing videos for the Kickstarter and other things. Hmmmm.....

And I FINALLY am working on that personal project of dubbing some VHS tapes I have to burnable DVDs. This was STP Unplugged.

I got some busy, busy, busy weeks coming up with finishing up Kickstarter business and ordering/sketching in books, packing them, shipping them, commissions, etc. Then getting stuff ready for FREE COMIC BOOK DAY at Summit Comics in downtown Lansing. Then finally MOTOR CITY COMIC CON!! Man is it gonna be crazy! I'm really gonna be absolutely insane by the end of it all. Wish me luck.

Tons to look forward to. Tons of work to do. I better get rolling on it.

Maybe a vacation someday... sometime... somewhere...

But I'm happy, and that's all that counts!

Cheers, T