Thought Bubble Nove 2013

Visiting Thought Bubble last year was a huge inspiration as I was able to meet inspiring illustrators, artists, alongside with meeting Jamie McKelvie and Kieron Gillen.

I met an illustrator/storyboard artist from London, Sarah Jones, who mainly works with traditional media, ink and watercolour being the most prominent in her work. It was interesting to talk to her about her work and ask her questions about her illustrative style, what her influences are and if she's found her drawing that she'd stick with. She felt that an illustrators style may or may not change but it's good to experiment and develop your style even if you think you have found a style you want to stick with.

I met another artist, Jake Lava, who illustrates and animates work, and is known for his Pokymon Online web comic. His style is definitely cartoony and I could visualise his work being animated, he went on to tell me that he has animated a few works, but mainly creates small comic pages.
He is currently finishing his degree in Graphics Art & Design in Leeds.

Meeting Jamie McKelvie was such an inspiration as his work is so influential and gorgeous, that can not only be seen through his western comic style of illustration but through the consideration of the composition, the presentation of the comic panels, and how it compliments the action and atmosphere of the page.

I began to consider getting a table for the upcoming Thought Bubble event or being more realistic, the year after, as to sell some work and get to interact with more inspiring comic book artists and animators. The prices for tables last year ranged from £40 - £70, however I could share the table with other people from my animation group, which would be a good experience with selling wares and opportunities for collaboration.