WASP 2015: The Webcomic Artist Swap Project rolls on…

I’ve been having so much fun sitting back and seeing the amazing comic collaborations from WASP (Webcomic Artist Swap Project)  flow in over the past week.

2015 is the third year for WASP.  I conceived the idea to spread awareness of different webcomics and have a fun and creative challenge for comic makers.  After a couple of years at the helm I was happy to be able to leave the project in the capable and telented hands of the new co-ordinators and editors, Sarah Turner (Folklore) and Francesca Dare (Penny Blackfeather, Rosie and Jacinda).

See more details and resulting comics at tempolush.com/wasp.

Here’s a round up of the WASP strips I’ve worked on over the last three years…

2013
WASP (Webcomic Artist Swap Project)Promo image by me!

Cafe Suada written and created by Jade Sarson.  Drawn by me!
CAFE-SUADA-by-Jade-Sarson-with-Richy-K.-ChandlerLucy the Octopus – Written and created by me!  Art by David O’ConnellLUCY-THE-OCTOPUS-by-Richy-K.-Chandler-with-David-O'ConnellLucy the Octopus – Written and created by me!  Art by Zarina LiewLucy_WEB LUCY THE OCTOPUS by Richy K. Chandler with Zarina Liew2014
New-WASP-logo-2014
Banner WASP painting by Francesca Dare

Becoming of Age – Written and created by Nicola Streeten. Art by me!
Richy's-Art-for-Year-at-50Lucy the Octopus – Written and created by me!  Art by Rachael Smith2014-02-26-WASP-Rachael2015

Banner by Paul Shinn, Francesca Dare and Sarah Turner
WASP-Creator-Banner2015Go! Go! Metro! – Written and created by Inko and Chie Kutsuwada.  Art by me!
Richy-Go-Go-Metro-WASP-2105Lucy the Octopus – Written and created by me!  Art by Midori Harako2015-03-04-WASP-MidoriNow I’m thrilled, not only that Sarah and Francesca did a wonderful job pulling the comics together this year, but also that they’re going to continue the project next year – Onwards and upwards!

My WASP 2014 work…

I’m so thrilled at how all the work’s turned out for this year’s Webcomic Artist Swap Project.
Amazing creators involved!
Also, I was chuffed at having the chance to work with Nicola Streeten and Rachael Smith.  See the resulting comics below and visit tempolush.com/wasp for more WASP comics to appear over the weekend!

A Year at 50 – Written by Nicola Streeten. Art by me!
Richy's-Art-for-Year-at-50

Lucy the Octopus – Written by me!  Art by Rachael Smith2014-02-26-WASP-Rachael

Thought Bubble 2013 Round Up

I had a fun-filled weekend heading up to Thought Bubble Comic Con in Leeds.

Thanks to everyone who came by my table to say hi or pick up some Tempo Lush goodness!

TB2013-01I was glad my tower of bear boxes didn’t collapse…TB2013-02 It was great doing commissions for nice folk that stopped by.
Some Lucy the Octopus style portaits…TB2013-03 TB2013-04 TB2013-05 TB2013-06…and Mike & Sulley from Monsters Inc!TB2013-07 TB2013-08Being stuck behind a table for a weekend is made lots of fun by all the cool people than visit!
Here are Hayley Charlseworth and Sarah Turner. Sarah is taking part in WASP 2014 with her webcomic Folklore.TB2013-09Here is, comic creator and video maker, Dan Lester‘s friend Schmurgen Jonerhaffs.TB2013-10The friendly smiles of Alex Hern, Molly Muldoon ( who runs the Dr Who blog, Confused Companion) and Aaron Tavaler who interviewed me for The Big Smoke Podcast which he runs with Karim Flint.TB2013-11Two talented creators and awesome buds Sally-Anne Hickman and Francesca Cassavetti.
TB2013-12Even talented creators have to eat.  Dinner at Wagamamas with (L-R) Van Nim, Sally Jane Thompson, Zarina LiewPaul Shinn (my roomie!) and me…
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Plus (L-R) Saul Taylor, Francesca Dare, Jess Cave, Andy Poyiadgi and Elliot Bagget.
TB2013-14Richard Carter and Chantel Beaven.
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Ah yes! Here we have myself sitting alongside Mike Medaglia. I was very happy to pick up my copy of his new Avery Hill Publishing title, Seasons, complete with bookmark, bookplate and portrait…
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TB2013-17 TB2013-18 Had much fun on the train journey home playing Mariokart with Van Nim, Paul Shinn and Zarina Liew (who seemed to be having the time of her life).TB2013-20Just about recovered from the weekend now!

If anyone missed picking up any Lucy the Octopus comics or other Tempo Lush stuff you may want to visit my online shop!

Cheers!

Comiket November 2013

I had a great time as always at Comiket this past weekend.  Thank you to everyone who bought the new Lucy comic and other Tempo Lush goodies

Suki Kabuki helped me sort out my new stock to sell.

ComiketNov2013-01In case she sat on it I covered it.  She did.ComiketNov2013-02Lucy supporter Lily Withycombe took this pic…ComiketNov2013-03I was proud to be table buddies with my WASP and Rosie and Jacinda collaborator Francesca DareComiketNov2013-04 ComiketNov2013-05Two more collaborators (with art in Tempo Lush titles coming in 2014) and old friends Sally-Anne Hickman and Francesca Cassavetti.ComiketNov2013-06The great Martin Eden, creator of SpandexComiketNov2013-07Tim Hassan, artist for a story in the upcoming Tempo Lush Tales and his first comic festival table, despite his art looking like he’s been a pro for years…ComiketNov2013-08Comiket’s Live Drawing Parade featured some amazing talent including Miss Moti creator and Strumpet editor Kripa JoshiComiketNov2013-09The buzzing comic-hungry crowdComiketNov2013-10A Lucy the Octopus style portrait I was commissioned to do of a very cute baby in boots with dragons on…ComiketNov2013-11Chilling after the show with Saul Taylor, Francesca Dare, Chantel Beaven, Lauren Murphy and Paul Shinn.ComiketNov2013-12Joined by Richard CarterComiketNov2013-13Tim Hassan with Karim Flint….ComiketNov2013-14Wu Wei editor and regular rice eating partner Mike MedagliaComiketNov2013-15Mike chats to Comica Festival organiser Megan Donnolley.  Also in the background is Elliot Baggott and seated is comics podcaster Stephen Lacey. ComiketNov2013-16 ComiketNov2013-17Finally check out Chantel Beaven’s accidental cosplay as Zarina Liew‘s human take on Lucy the OctopusComiketNov2013-18 ComiketNov2013-19Looking forward to next Summer’s Comiket at the British Library!

Podcast Interview Roundup

A couple of recent podcasts I was interviewed for…

Alex Fitch for the comics podcast, Panel Borders.
Initially broadcast on Resonance 104.4 FM.
Alex talks to me, Zarina Liew, Nich Angel and Naniiebem about WASP.
First broadcast 3/3/2013.

South London Hardcore presenters, Steven Walsh and Jack McInroy talk to me about growing up in South London, my comic work and WASP.
The WASP chat starts at around 44.24.
First podcast 19/2/2013.

WASP (Webcomic Artist Swap Project) coming your way February 2013

In the week beginning February 25th 2013 something special is happening to a select group of UK webcomics…

Twelve artists have taken up the challenge of swapping art duties amongst their respective webcomics and working to each others’ scripts.

No swap-backsies!  The creator of each comic will draw someone else’s comic and a third artist will draw the first creator’s comic.  Simple eh?WASP (Webcomic Artist Swap Project)

I’m very excited to announce the amazing array of artists and webcomics involved…

Nich Angell Cat and Meringue
Sammy Borras Instant Comics
Rebecca Burgess Strangers and Friends
Sarah Burgess Blake Sinclair
Richy K. Chandler (me!) Lucy the Octopus
Francesca Dare Penny Blackfeather
Evelyn Hewett Fruit Machine
Zarina Liew Le Mime
Naniiebim Here Be Demons Mephistos
Jade Sarson Cafe Suada
Louise Wei & Dave Hodgkinson Panda & Polar Bear
David O’Connell, creator of Tozo The Public Servant will also be contributing art!

Check out the official site at… tempolush.com/wasp