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Monday, April 20, 2015

Jurassic Park, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice & Fantastic Four.

Nubia 1:16:00 PM

Holy Trailers Batman!

There's been some great movie trailers dropping this past week or so. If you haven't checked them out (because you live on outer space or something) I wanted to post them here for you. So excited for Jurassic Park, Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice. I'm still feeling pretty iffy about Fantastic Four... just not convinced yet.

So many comic book based movies coming out soon and Jurassic Park is such a classic... looks like we have a good few months ahead of us in the film department.

Jurassic Park

Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice.

Fantastic Four.

Which one of these are you looking forward to the most?

Xx Nubia

Tuesday, March 17, 2015

villians

DC Comics Pulls "Batgirl" Joker Variant Cover At Artist's Request.

Nubia Mejia 12:13:00 PM

Oh The Controversy...

Did you guys see the variant cover for "Batgirl" #41? Well guess what?! It will not be published by DC Comics I learned yesterday. What I found even more crazy but I guess a bit understandable was that the request to pull it was from the cover's artist, Rafael Albuquerque.

"My intention was never to hurt or upset anyone through my art," Albuquerque, the acclaimed artist of "American Vampire," said in a statement. "For that reason, I have recommended to DC that the variant cover be pulled."

DUDE WHY?

I don't think the cover should have been pulled AT ALL. We can agree to disagree on this. Here are a few general reasons why.

1) Rafael Albuquerque is an artist! He's an expressive person and should conserve the right to be creative as he wishes. He's talented and that's why he got hired to begin with.

2) They're fictional characters!!! The Joker is an evil one at that! How about way worse things that go on in books, TV, movies and all sorts of places that are way more violent towards women than this?

3) I actually think it fits really well with the story line from the 1988 story "Batman: The Killing Joke". I think he did a good job paying homage.

4) This can start an ugly trend in the Comic Book industry. Will people start a social media campaign every time a cover slightly offends them? Will more covers/variants get pulled? I feel like this open up a can of worms.

The variant was inspired from Alan Moore and Brian Bolland's popular 1988 story "Batman: The Killing Joke," in which Barbara Gordon/Batgirl was shot and paralyzed by the Joker. It was always insinuated that the character was also sexually assaulted... but never confirmed.

The hashtag #changethecover was very active on Twitter and Tumblr asking DC to not release the variant. Then threats and all sorts of craziness started floating around the internet of course.

Rafael Albuquerque:

My Batgirl variant cover artwork was designed to pay homage to a comic that I really admire, and I know is a favorite of many readers. 'The Killing Joke' is part of Batgirl’s canon and artistically, I couldn't avoid portraying the traumatic relationship between Barbara Gordon and the Joker.

For me, it was just a creepy cover that brought up something from the character’s past that I was able to interpret artistically. But it has become clear, that for others, it touched a very important nerve. I respect these opinions and, despite whether the discussion is right or wrong, no opinion should be discredited.

My intention was never to hurt or upset anyone through my art. For that reason, I have recommended to DC that the variant cover be pulled. I'm incredibly pleased that DC Comics is listening to my concerns and will not be publishing the cover art in June as previously announced.

With all due respect,

Rafa

DC Entertainment:

We publish comic books about the greatest heroes in the world, and the most evil villains imaginable. The Joker variant covers for June are in recognition of the 75th anniversary of the Joker.

Regardless if fans like Rafael Albuquerque’s homage to Alan Moore’s THE KILLING JOKE graphic novel from 25 years ago, or find it inconsistent with the current tonality of the Batgirl books - threats of violence and harassment are wrong and have no place in comics or society.

We stand by our creative talent, and per Rafael’s request, DC Comics will not publish the Batgirl variant. – DC Entertainment

In all honesty... What do you think about this situation? I highly disagree with the cover being pulled. It was a great piece of art and should have been published.

Xx Nubia

Monday, February 16, 2015

Vinyl Sugar

Funko and Vinyl Sugar Announce New “Dorbz” Line at New York Toy Fair!

Nubia Mejia 1:58:00 AM

Just a quick post to tell you Funko x Vinyl Sugar "Dorbz" is the cutest thing ever!

Since I am a social media manager and a girly girl who constantly creates words, I'm going to assume “Dorbz” is short for “Adorbs” which is short for "Adorable" (takes deep breath). The collection features licensed characters from the DC and Marvel universes in their old school get-ups. I can't wait to get my hand on some of these. I think one of my favorite details is the eyes... It makes them look like they're smiling or giggling.

Which one of these is you favorite?

Xx Nubia

Thursday, January 29, 2015

Wonderwoman

Throwback to Sacha Goldberger 'Super Flemish'.

Nubia Mejia 12:46:00 PM

Ok so I know this isn't really a "Throwback" (Dr. Evil Fingers) but I just started this blog recently and was looking for any excuse to feature French Photographers Sacha Goldberger's 'Super Flemish' series.

Goldberger took some fictitious pop culture icons such as superheros, fairytale characters and animals then photographed them as 16th century Flemish-style paintings. They wore their traditional outfits but with old-fashioned twists like ruffled collars and shirts with puffy sleeves. Over 100 people worked on the photos from this series, including 60 models, five costume designers and two digital editors.

Below be prepared to see some of your favorites, Iron Man, Wonder Woman, Batman, Snow White, Darth Vader, The Hulk, Spiderman and more.