Happy 30th Birthday, Sohmer!!

By lartist, Jul 05 2008, 12:21 AM

In the fall of 2002 I received an email from a total stranger that would change my life forever. No, I'm not talking about a Nigerian prince (I'm still waiting for that cheque) but one balding young fellow out of Montreal with an idea for a collaboration on a webcomic. He had an impressive amount of written material and some solid ideas, plus a wicked sense of humour that I could totally relate to. A dialogue between us began and hasn't stopped yet.

No. I already said it wasn't a Nigerian prince. Haven't you been listening?

The brighter among you will realize I'm talking about one Ryan Sohmer. It's hard to believe that years have flown by and the guy who once wrote me about the foibles of Hollywood's elite and the girl he just.. um... you know... repeatedly....is the demi-responsible and age-phobic internet phenomena we know and love today. Not only that but he's one of the closest friends I've ever EVER had. He lives each moment with the same intensity that he brings to bear on his writing. He sets the bar on his own life very high and consequently those of us fortunate to call him friend keep our own bars high. At first, possibly not to disappoint him and later not to disappoint ourselves.

I know I am a better artist from my association with him. I'm pretty sure I'm a better person too. This post isn't going to do justice for the love I have for this man, but I just can't stay quiet.

Happy birthday, my friend.

The End is Near

By sohmer, Jul 01 2008, 11:50 AM

It's July 1st today.

As I sit at my desk upon my return from Wizard World Chicago (I've putting in my vote to rename Chicago to 'Humidicity'), I'm left with that pleasant post-con ache that usually follows 5 days of reader-induced debauchery.

All in all, it was a fantastic time, and Lar, Ryan, Nick and myself thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. We did make an important discovery though, and that is simply that were I a bit shorter, I would be a clone of Brian Michael Bendis.

This is okay with me, as I'd prefer that over looking like Yoda.

Regardless of the Chicago stories playing over in my head, my mind seems to be stuck on a single, powerful thought:

It's July 1st today.

In 4 short days, I will be turning 30.

If you need me at all this week, I'll be the bald guy crying in the corner. And please don't worry if you hear some woman-like shrills…those are me too.

- Because I can.

Quote of the Day

"Look, I hate Los Angeles just like everybody else, but I have to work here because in any other part of the country I'm unemployable."
-Matt Albie, from Studio 60 on the Sunset Strip (2006)

Wizard World Chicago

By sohmer, Jun 24 2008, 10:39 AM

In a few short hours I will begin the usual pre-con rituals, which includes a run to the pharmacy, poking Randy until he confirms that everything is in order for the show, and making small whining noises as Sue packs my bags but doesn't include my favorite shirt.

Of course, this all culminates in the boarding of a plane to Chicago, for Wizard World.

Lar, Ryan, Nick and myself will be there for the duration of the show, at our temporary home at booth 938. As always, we will have plenty of books, t-shirts and other fun stuff for sale.

And of course, I wouldn't be me should I forget to mention that my love and affection can indeed be purchased, at the low low price of a can or 6 of Red Bull. It's been noted scientific fact, that the more Red Bull I receive, the happier and funnier I become.

Thusly, by bringing me Red Bull you are in fact ensuring yourself a better time at the convention.

Please help me help you.

Regardless, we hope to see as many of you out there as possible, so do come by if you're able, and engage us in conversation and other shenanigans. We do love our convention times.

Oh, if you're in need of a funny story, ask me about the dream I had after I saw The Incredible Hulk.

- Because I can.

Quote of the Day

"The very existence of flamethrowers proves that sometime, somewhere, someone said to themselves, "You know, I want to set those people over there on fire, but I'm just not close enough to get the job done"."
-George Carlin (1937-2008)

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