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Can't believe I haven't updated since, Hector's passing.
I won't lie, the loss was something I had hard time dealing with and I still get pretty emotional thinking about him.
I'm not going to go into the long spiel of it (like I usually do)- But after his passing, everything...went really down hill. I never had just a emotional, stressful and depressing way to bring in the new year. The tip of the ice berg was my health. It took such a treacherous turn for the worse, that I needed to move back home.
Back in the cast and using walking aids
In incredible amounts of pain.
A severe health scare that could have potential changed everything in my life.
I was incapable of doing anything. Couldn't talk to anyone because no one understood. And my living conditions were falling part at the seams because... I was unable- restricted from everything...
The physical and mental abuse I put myself through was not worth it either.
So moving back with my folks was probably the best decision I've ever made. Pride is little sore, but I needed to put that aside for my quality of life- and my family has been nothing but supportive through everything and I'm so grateful for that.
The move itself... was something else. Moving in January in a snow storm. Not my best idea.
Very grateful for understanding landlords and storing some stuff there until Spring arrives (whenever THAT is. RANT: And what's with Old Man Winter this year? It's the first day if spring and there is snow up past my waist! And cold too! Planet Hoth! Where is the sun, the rain, the coming of flowers and a fricken side walk to take a damn walk!! Worst Winter I've seen in Ottawa yet.)
Haha...
And while concerning the progress of getting myself back on my feet- literally, I once again had lots of work (Still am) to catch up to.
But currently- I'm doing great.
Fantastic even. All of that support, effort determination and strength to keep moving forward has paid off and I'm healthier then I've ever been! I'm doing things I haven't done in a long LONG time. And I'm itching for some outdoor activity ( Once this stupid white crap MELTS)
In the spur of good feels, I purchased a FULL table at the Ottawa Comic Con in May this year. But if you are coming to OCC this year, stop by my table
AND I will be posting some new work VERY soon, and bulldoze through some commissions. And with permission share some work from the multiple contracts I've been working (catching up) on!
So there is 2013 beginning in a nutshell for me.
....How was yours?
(Lame attempt of ending this note... *headesk*)
I won't lie, the loss was something I had hard time dealing with and I still get pretty emotional thinking about him.
I'm not going to go into the long spiel of it (like I usually do)- But after his passing, everything...went really down hill. I never had just a emotional, stressful and depressing way to bring in the new year. The tip of the ice berg was my health. It took such a treacherous turn for the worse, that I needed to move back home.
Back in the cast and using walking aids
In incredible amounts of pain.
A severe health scare that could have potential changed everything in my life.
I was incapable of doing anything. Couldn't talk to anyone because no one understood. And my living conditions were falling part at the seams because... I was unable- restricted from everything...
The physical and mental abuse I put myself through was not worth it either.
So moving back with my folks was probably the best decision I've ever made. Pride is little sore, but I needed to put that aside for my quality of life- and my family has been nothing but supportive through everything and I'm so grateful for that.
The move itself... was something else. Moving in January in a snow storm. Not my best idea.
Very grateful for understanding landlords and storing some stuff there until Spring arrives (whenever THAT is. RANT: And what's with Old Man Winter this year? It's the first day if spring and there is snow up past my waist! And cold too! Planet Hoth! Where is the sun, the rain, the coming of flowers and a fricken side walk to take a damn walk!! Worst Winter I've seen in Ottawa yet.)
Haha...
And while concerning the progress of getting myself back on my feet- literally, I once again had lots of work (Still am) to catch up to.
But currently- I'm doing great.
Fantastic even. All of that support, effort determination and strength to keep moving forward has paid off and I'm healthier then I've ever been! I'm doing things I haven't done in a long LONG time. And I'm itching for some outdoor activity ( Once this stupid white crap MELTS)
In the spur of good feels, I purchased a FULL table at the Ottawa Comic Con in May this year. But if you are coming to OCC this year, stop by my table
AND I will be posting some new work VERY soon, and bulldoze through some commissions. And with permission share some work from the multiple contracts I've been working (catching up) on!
So there is 2013 beginning in a nutshell for me.
....How was yours?
(Lame attempt of ending this note... *headesk*)
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Enjoy the ride, my dear friend.
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It has now been 2 weeks since my mentor, inspiration, and very dear friend, Hector Collazo passed away.
Passed away from a sudden stroke at age 45. Worked with Marvel Comics from 1985 to 2002 as an Inker and Editor, illustrator with DC Comics from 1997-2002 and 2010 to 2012 Excel Comic's Project Editor/Graphic Artist.
It's hard to believe that I had only known this extraordinary and talented man for just over a year- when he approached me at the NYCC in 2011 at the American Dark Age debut on the last day, 40 minutes before closing time. It wasn't until I noticed his pass when he turned it over displaying his name and the bold words MARVEL/ DC COMICS under his badge. I was very honored, as the man seemed to like my artwork. I gave him a booklet of my artwork and a copy of ADA in hopes of future networking.
I couldn't have been more write. I still have the first email email:
" I'm sending you an Email just to touch base with you. I met you late yesterday as the 2011 NY Comic Con was winding down. I was very impressed with your work and what I saw in your "American Dark Age" debut. It was a shame that I wasn't able to get over to discover you earlier because it would have been a kick to have been able to send some of the Marvel, DC and Darkhorse Editors that were haunting the convention today your way to check your work out but oh well ... it has to start someplace.
Having been an Inker for the Big Two for so many years I have seen a lot of people's work and I might be jaded to much of what I've been seeing.
I guess one of the biggest compliments I can make is if I see some one's work and that inner voice in my head says, "Damn, I want to ink this person." and that's what I immediately felt looking at your stuff. You're going the absolute right way in your work (style wise, composition wise and your storytelling ability) I'm going to pass your name along to the guys at Marvel and DC especially, as someone they should have on their radar. Your work can only get better from what I see and the gang you were with had nothing but glowing things to say about you when I ran into one or two away from the booth.
If there is anything I can ever do to help you out further or answer some questions, Please don't hesitate to drop me a note, I'll always answer back.
Here's to a fun ride! "
And that is where it all began.
From the time I've known him and the doors he's opened and not to mention the irreplaceable friendship we created, I know I would never be where I am today. I feel honored that he gave me a chance, took me under his wing, shared his wisdom and humor, and gave me the opportunity to work with him with. It still makes me smile when I look back at our old messages, calling me his 'young-padawan'.
It's hard to believe that we won't be wasting hours a day chatting about Game of Thrones, movies wanted to see or did see, calling me Jax, making me smile when I needed it the most, or even just pitching ideas for future projects and working as a team, to make those ideas bear fruit.
Artwork of Hector Collazo
He loved the AVENGERS movie, through this 'warm up' sketch together a few days after.
His details, linework and entire power to his work still sets fire to my blood. You could always see the passion.
He always said we had similar style- one reason why he was drawn to my art and wanted to work with me. And I wanted to achieve what he could.
And it was only 3 weeks ago, our last conversation I was bummed about being unable to work on one of my own projects this year and he told me (his last words to me)
"These things happen kiddo. Next year will be our year and the world isn't going to know what hit them!"
I promised Hector, it WILL be our year. I'll make you proud.
Rest in Peace buddy and enjoy the ride.
And thank you.
"Sometimes you won't know a true value of a moment, until it becomes a memory."
Passed away from a sudden stroke at age 45. Worked with Marvel Comics from 1985 to 2002 as an Inker and Editor, illustrator with DC Comics from 1997-2002 and 2010 to 2012 Excel Comic's Project Editor/Graphic Artist.
It's hard to believe that I had only known this extraordinary and talented man for just over a year- when he approached me at the NYCC in 2011 at the American Dark Age debut on the last day, 40 minutes before closing time. It wasn't until I noticed his pass when he turned it over displaying his name and the bold words MARVEL/ DC COMICS under his badge. I was very honored, as the man seemed to like my artwork. I gave him a booklet of my artwork and a copy of ADA in hopes of future networking.
I couldn't have been more write. I still have the first email email:
" I'm sending you an Email just to touch base with you. I met you late yesterday as the 2011 NY Comic Con was winding down. I was very impressed with your work and what I saw in your "American Dark Age" debut. It was a shame that I wasn't able to get over to discover you earlier because it would have been a kick to have been able to send some of the Marvel, DC and Darkhorse Editors that were haunting the convention today your way to check your work out but oh well ... it has to start someplace.
Having been an Inker for the Big Two for so many years I have seen a lot of people's work and I might be jaded to much of what I've been seeing.
I guess one of the biggest compliments I can make is if I see some one's work and that inner voice in my head says, "Damn, I want to ink this person." and that's what I immediately felt looking at your stuff. You're going the absolute right way in your work (style wise, composition wise and your storytelling ability) I'm going to pass your name along to the guys at Marvel and DC especially, as someone they should have on their radar. Your work can only get better from what I see and the gang you were with had nothing but glowing things to say about you when I ran into one or two away from the booth.
If there is anything I can ever do to help you out further or answer some questions, Please don't hesitate to drop me a note, I'll always answer back.
Here's to a fun ride! "
And that is where it all began.
From the time I've known him and the doors he's opened and not to mention the irreplaceable friendship we created, I know I would never be where I am today. I feel honored that he gave me a chance, took me under his wing, shared his wisdom and humor, and gave me the opportunity to work with him with. It still makes me smile when I look back at our old messages, calling me his 'young-padawan'.
It's hard to believe that we won't be wasting hours a day chatting about Game of Thrones, movies wanted to see or did see, calling me Jax, making me smile when I needed it the most, or even just pitching ideas for future projects and working as a team, to make those ideas bear fruit.
Artwork of Hector Collazo
He loved the AVENGERS movie, through this 'warm up' sketch together a few days after.
His details, linework and entire power to his work still sets fire to my blood. You could always see the passion.
He always said we had similar style- one reason why he was drawn to my art and wanted to work with me. And I wanted to achieve what he could.
And it was only 3 weeks ago, our last conversation I was bummed about being unable to work on one of my own projects this year and he told me (his last words to me)
"These things happen kiddo. Next year will be our year and the world isn't going to know what hit them!"
I promised Hector, it WILL be our year. I'll make you proud.
Rest in Peace buddy and enjoy the ride.
And thank you.
"Sometimes you won't know a true value of a moment, until it becomes a memory."
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