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| Friday, November 13th, 2009 | | 6:12 pm |
Pictures from Haven's Halloween party...
I woke this morning to find my friend Hope had posted some of the Haven Halloween photo's. "WOO-HOO" I have been waiting to see these since October 27th when they were taken. My room mate and I dressed up as Mab and me as Harry Dresden. So here they are... and for those who are not in the know,This is a sample of the art work (cover) I used to work my costume from.  And here's Me...  Elle and Myself "Mab and Harry"  And now for Hope.The wonderful beautiful woman who if not for.there would be no photos from that night.  I know this is not the best blog,but I just wanted to put these up. (I must add though. It's not that much of a costume.those clothes are mine.) Current Mood:  artistic | | Tuesday, November 10th, 2009 | | 5:54 pm |
Today Was Not So Bad...
 I slept in and caught up on some long past due emails. and then sat to work at the board...One Problem...NO COFFEE and nothing to eat in the house. So lets hope I can get my coffee and some food and maybe watch the second episode of 'V' tonight.But if I miss it oh well,I know I won't miss 'Sons of Anarchy' That show is the best thing on cable right now. yes I know.Not much of a blog,I just felt like it. Current Mood:  amused | | Monday, November 9th, 2009 | | 1:37 pm |
Why Am I Like This?...
So yesterday evening I went to Barns & Nobel after doing landscaping for my Mom all day. As I walk over to the art magazine section I see this beautiful woman also in the section. I don't think anything of it till she follows me to the other side.then I head to sci-fi and there she is and again in art. Now I start thinking maybe this is not coincidence but then I take a good look at my self and I'm a mess from working with dirt all over me.So this must be in my mind.Then I pick up the books I was looking for and pay.On my way out this woman has sat right in front of me at the window counter outside of the Starbucks.Once outside I look over to my left at the window and she is right there sort of sketching in a sketchbook.I think about going back in and saying hi and introducing myself...but I just don't have that kind of nerve. So I walk to my car and sit for a moment with this feeling that I'm making a big mistake. But I pull my car out and as I drive by the front of Barnes I see she has left. Damn! I don't have to be to smart to realize she was following me and sat in front of me to get my attention. But what do I do? I just keep to myself and leave. Why the hell am I so terrified of woman? It's almost hard to make eye contact. What has happened to me? Why can't I even just start a simple conversation with someone anymore? I'm even starting to get this way at conventions unless it's conversation about art or writing. With friends I'm ok most of the time,but even then I still freeze up and am not to sure what to talk about. There was a time I was NOT like this.How do I get back to being that person? I think I am doomed to be the crazy artist shut in with cats. oh well,not a great blog but it's what was on my mind. Current Mood:  frustrated | | Sunday, October 11th, 2009 | | 11:17 pm |
Things Did Get Better...
First off,Saturday I got the car fixed for $80 dollars and I am happy that that's all it cost. Went to the http://www.ctfaire.com today.I and the room mate had a really good time. there were some photos taken and I'll get them up some time before the end of the month. I at last met my on line friend Raven,who knows a lot of my friends but for some reason we had never been at the same place at the same time. Gregor and Sunshine and Becky also good to see you all again. So the most of my time at the fair was spent just talking and visiting new and old friends. And you know what? It was time well spent. I did get to make the rounds on this Pirate-Day and I picked up a few things. Like this post card size print by K.S.Heller of 'War Kittens" her web site is http://www.fantasydimensions.com I picked up a new dragon ring, thanks Elle. some loose leaf teas and Nag Champa. I do plan on going back next Sunday for a hat they had at Silvermane's which fit me like no other hat ever has. O.K. I'm home and I have a whole lot to do around here. I have to say it,I'm in good spirits tonight and I ate well. Current Mood: cheerful | | Monday, October 5th, 2009 | | 11:23 am |
Not A Happy Blog...
So it's all getting to me. Where to start? How about the car,something is wrong with my idle to the point where I have to have one foot on the gas and the other on the break.I am hoping that I can fix this myself but it's just one thing in a list of things that now needs to be worked on,On my car.(please no one say a damn thing about getting a new car,it's not possible) then there is the the stack of bills that are all shut off notices that I pay to keep the electric,gas and cable going. oh,can't forget the rent,Insurance for the car and the credit card bill that has gone into collections from over a year ago,and are now taking me to court on October 15 because I missed 3 payments. But I have been making payments since, to catch up so now I'm a wreck because I don't know what the heck is going to happen in court to me. It's not like I'm not paying it or don't want to. Then there is all my time spent working at the restaurant to make a living and when I'm not there I'm at my Mom's helping her because she needs me to help take care of the house and yard since Billy died. I have been single for almost all my 30's and at 42 it's been years since my last date. The only really good thing to happen to me this year was an old friend who is now a publisher throwing me a bone and offering to publish my comic KEEPERS as a graphic novel.I am now worried because of not having enough time to finish vol 1,I may end up blowing this chance.I worry he's going to get sick of waiting for it.(I have vol 1 written,it's the artwork that needs to be finished. and vol 2 is already half written) But it's time that I need...free time with no stress over a court date,bills and worry about the car.especially no worries about the car. Now onto things like art supplies which are starting to run low, a scanner that takes comic pages (11x17) and a light table.(I have needed one for years) and while I'm at it how about more then 4 to 5 hours of sleep a night and not to come home from work so drained and beat that I can't even think straight. The Good...I think Warren,my publisher will be patient with me on getting this book to him. I have a room mate who is doing her best to cover her half of the bills.The five cats I love so much and don't think I would get through a day with out there affection. My Mom,who is really the only family I have (my sisters take no notice of me) and my friends on line who really like my work and can't wait for me to put it out there for them. I just need to get all this crap under control so I can become the person I was meant to be. I am sick of being alone.But there is nothing I can do about that. I am sort of sorry about this blog being the way that it is right now.But I have no other way to vent and try to make sense of all this crap so I can get a handle on it and get my life and my creative endeavors back on track. O.K. going back to my coffee and trying to figure out how to go about changing things for the better. This is after all,My favorite month of the year. Current Mood:  tired | | Sunday, September 20th, 2009 | | 7:44 pm |
Working and other Stuff...
Been some time since my last up-date... The artwork has been slow in coming out because of that spending to much time at the day job thing. and it really has cut into my sleeping also. I still have no social life but I get by. Right now I'm finishing up some of my website artwork so I can at last have it put up and get that site functioning and working for me. 'Here is just a clip of what I'm inking"  (hmmm,as I look at this blown up,I see a few things that need to be changed) On to other things,I have been getting really into "Blind Guardian" maybe because it's been really good back ground music while I'm doing the studio thing. There music does work well as background for Keepers. O.K. time to get some more coffee and take a shower and get the grime off... Current Mood:  awake | | Friday, August 21st, 2009 | | 5:32 am |
At Home Working... and up Late.
So here I am at home. The room mate is off to Blizzcon (see video add) And I'm stuck here. Which really is not all that bad except for the heat. So it's just me and the cats and lots of artwork and writing.Now I just hope for a break in the heat and life will be good. And thinking of Blizzcon,I just found out that 'Felicia Day' is attending it. Damn,Kim is so lucky,she's going to have the chance to meet her. What? You don't know who Felicia Day is!?! She was in "Dr. Horrible's sing along Blog" and is the creator of "The Guild" and just for a little more,Here's a video with Felicia singing “Do You Wanna Date My Avatar” and backed by the GUILD. Well it's off to sleep a little,I have a lot of work ahead of me in the morning. next post...lot's of artwork!!! Current Mood: artistic | | Thursday, August 6th, 2009 | | 8:37 pm |
Disposable Cameras suck...
So here is the continuation of the last Blog...I picked up a One Shot Kodak Disposable Camera for the CT-Con,and to do some Reference shots for some artwork I'm working on. I also just wanted to have a few pics of my new long coat. But first I would like to show a piece of Jennifer Weber's take on Severina 8-01-09  ( Read more ) Current Mood:  busy | | Monday, August 3rd, 2009 | | 6:24 am |
ConnectiCon 2009...my one day at the con.
I have not been to a CT-CON since 2007 and I had a table in Artist Colony back then. This year I did try to get a table but through unforeseen problems that did not happen. So I decided that I really needed to get out at least for Saturday and hit the con and maybe be a little social.(after all, conventions are one of the few times I can be social) So Saturday morning August 1st,I over sleep and end up at the convention at 11am and there were no lines! But the place was full of people.sometimes it's good to be late. The con takes place on two floors of the convention center.The first floor where registration is and the Dealers room is Console Gaming,Food Court and all other Gaming takes place.The Dealers room was big,about 900 tables! almost all goodies from Japan,I was a little blown away,Sadly no art supplies from Japan was carried.(I guess it's back to buying on-line for that)Manga art books were a little over priced,but I expect that. On the second floor is Artist Colony the Main Events room and most of the Panel and Workshop rooms. So after a quick fist time through the Dealers room (there were many times in there) I set out up to Artist Colony,there were some 90 tables with some people sharing them.I ended up in here till 1pm because of so many people to meet and talk to and artwork to look at and a few asking why I didn't have a table myself.Anyway I had one artist 'Jennifer Weber' do her own rendition of my character Severina.This is something that was started some time ago with artist I know drawing there take on my work.(maybe someday I'll collect it all into one book)there were a few other artist I wanted to get work from but they were all a little busy with commissions. When I was making my way to the back of the room I met 'Bena Salerno' who's water colors were great! I asked if she would like to add color over my work.Bena was the only artist working in that medium.I in my opinion suck at coloring,I showed her my sketch book that I keep on me for ideas and such and she really liked my work,and that she would be happy to do it. The cost is not even on my mind right now because it's the thought of working with another artist.I really hope this works out,because I want the covers to KEEPERS to have a feel and look. 1pm I just make it to room 21 where 'Amira' is dancing.I have never seen her dance live so was happy to at last seen her bellydance tribute to Princess Leia.And Yes,She is THAT GOOD! I had to go meet up back at Artist Colony right before Amira started her workshop.(which is a good thing because I don't really dance) On the sad side I never got to meet up with Amira during the convention for a photo shoot that she told me a few weeks ago she would like to do because my timing sucks and I got all caught up and sidetracked with some friends I ran into. There was a some down time at the con.I think I spent about an hour or so sitting at Seattle's Best Cafe on the floor between the first and second just people watching taking in all the cosplayers.(there must have been I think 7 out of 10 people in cosplay) Now that I'm thinking of it,Bena asked me if I was dressed as anyone? or was I just wearing a kick ass coat.All I could say was "it's all me". There were times I was a little sad not to be part of artist colony,and I'm not very forward to people I don't know.So I tend to sit with my coffee and watch the can happen. I at last got to see a few episodes of 'Claymore' with Devon and Damian who is one of the DJ's at Haven. The thing that floored me was the MC's at the Masquerade.It was The Joker,Harley Quinn and Two Face. these cosplayers pulled it off.The Two Face was good,But Joker and Harley were right out of the Batman animated show! I don't think I ever saw someone pull off the look of that Joker and the voice of Mark Hamill and Harley together with some more adult themes pulled it off. 10pm,people started heading back to the Marriott for the dance and hotel parties or heading back into the overnight gaming. It was a good day and night,I wanted to stay but I'm not a party crasher and I really didn't know anyone well enough to stay and hang with. So I headed home (it's good to only be 20 minutes from this con)got home hung out with the room mate,Had some tea and caught Bleach on Adult Swim. Not a bad way to end the night. Next year I'll do the whole three days.But I'm on the fence weather I should have a table or not,most likely I'll have one. But I will be there. Current Mood: artistic | | Tuesday, July 28th, 2009 | | 2:48 am |
| | Tuesday, July 14th, 2009 | | 11:06 pm |
Missing Pennsic...
In 1989 I went to my first Pennsic.I was there for just a week and a half and it was the best time I ever had camping. for next six years I went every year for the full two weeks.Then it became a go a year take off a year of kind of thing. A good portion of my friends attend each year and I miss it and them. This is in no way like a ren-fair,It's so much more. Pennsic has been moved from the first two weeks of August to now it starts in July. this year on the 24th. I have not been back to Pennsic since 2002,and it looks like once again I'll not be attending. With the book, CT-con starting the 31st and even more shows in the fall. I have to be careful not to overextend myself. So much artwork and writing to be done and very little free time.Sadly I did my best writing at Pennsic.But then again I do get just as much done sitting in a coffee house. It was just easier to get into the right mindset at Pennsic.  This is what I miss.  Have Fun All that are going and please drink an ale for me. Current Mood:  melancholy | | Saturday, July 11th, 2009 | | 2:54 pm |
A Birth Day Blog...
It's that time of year...I'm getting older. I'm right now in the works to set up some fall conventions to attend and I may have a table at CT-CON which is July 31-Aug 2. and even if I don't have a table I will be there to have a little fun and with some luck make a few new friends and see a few old ones.(like all the on-line people I never see) About Pennsic? I will not be going,sorry. with the work I have to do with Keepers there is no way I can pull it off. (not that I would not want to try) but it's also a money issue. So unless things change for me in the next few weeks,I will not be attending. I want to say Thank You to all the people emailing me and wishing me a Happy Birthday. It means a lot. I sometimes feel very alone,until I turn on the computer.(I so have to start getting out) For those not on facebook your missing out. I have started showing clips of artwork that I'm working on or about to post. like this one...  my facebook is http://www.facebook.com/PhilipOwen.KeepersI will only be posting sketches and pieces in the works there because of the quickness people respond and it's a lot easier to upload for some reason. Today...My birthday. I really have no plans except that I'm working tonight,and I'll think of doing something tomorrow to celebrate it. (why did I not take today off?) I know I have said this before,But I really do feel like I have started over again because so much is starting to fall into place with my dreams. Be Well and Happy Everyone. Current Mood: artistic | | Sunday, June 28th, 2009 | | 10:58 pm |
Rest in peace Bill...and other news....
I try not to put to much out there on how I feel or hurt inside. I try to post important things about my pets artwork or what has been really getting to me.But still it's not everything. Four months ago something great happened...My old friend Warren of 'Wilder Publications' picked me up to be my publisher,under Fantastic Book Impressions. This means I have a publisher for KEEPERS! as a collected volume.which there will be many. The bad...Three days later my Mom's boyfriend "Bill" of eight years went into the hospital for his hart,He went into a coma for a few days and then came out of it.but there were other problems. and many many surgeries later and four months in the hospital he passed away this past Thursday the 25th. He was 52 and a good man,he was the closest thing I had to a step-dad and he made my Mom happy. I'm sitting now thinking of all that kept me from getting so much work done over the last four months and now is the time to more or less play catch up on Keepers. I will miss Bill and I worry about my Mom and how she now feels alone even with me and my sisters here for her. Tomorrow we will be laying him to rest. I now have to get back to a real work schedule and spend all my time doing what I do best.but it won't be easy with how much my Mom needs me now more then ever.I just hope she understands that I have the day job and studio work to do,which takes up much if not all my free time. Getting a publisher was the best thing that could ever happen to me,and everything feels at last to be in my reach. I so wanted to break this news with artwork and some sample pages and a look at the website and all that is planned for conventions this fall. That will all have to wait a few more days till the shock has worn off a little. Be Well All,and let those you love know that you love and care for them and that they matter to you. Current Mood:  drained | | Sunday, May 24th, 2009 | | 4:09 am |
Something I forgot to add...
How the heck could I forget the most played soundtrack in my studio. COWBOY BEBOP!!! the song is Tank by Seatbelts. Current Mood: artistic | | Friday, May 22nd, 2009 | | 7:36 pm |
JROCK and studio music to work to...
So this weekend is the Boston Anime Con. I can't go because of funds and all the work I still have to do in the studio. (and there's the day job) As of late I have been getting more and more into JROCK music,and manga soundtracks.along with the fun of Beat Box on Comcast. So here are a few videos that I like and let me know what you think. P.S. Next Blog...BIG NEWS ON THE FUTURE OF "Philip Owen's KEEPERS" LAST BUT NOT LEAST...Blood the Last Vampire!!! soon to be out! Current Mood: artistic | | Tuesday, February 24th, 2009 | | 9:50 pm |
Two Events I missed out on last weekend...
The weekend of February 20-22 has come and gone. and what did I miss out on? My friends baby shower on the 21st in NJ and Wickedfaire in NJ. My first plan was to do both and it was not out of the question,because both events were not far from each other. But this was not to be... I got hit with some really big bills just days before the 19th and those come first. Now I wish I could have worked out something because I hear from friends just how much fun was had at both events. I spend so much time working and at home in the studio that I never get out to see friends and just being social. Now after missing NYCC and now Wickedfaire and a friends get together.This has got to change. I feel like a shut in! I am now working at putting together a list of conventions I will be attending and yes I will be at the next Wickedfaire vending my work. Other Events will be Ren faires in the area and Faeriecon.I may or may not be working fariecon,But I will be attending. Now all I have to do is start getting out there to see the friends I never get to see. Current Mood: busy | | Wednesday, January 28th, 2009 | | 2:35 am |
Vampire Ball...pt 2.
Tonight went well. but not great. I got to see a few friends that I have not seen in a little more then a few weeks.I picked up a mini Underworld-rise of the lycans poster that was at the door along with a really neat flyer for 'REPO! the Genetic Opera' that was at my table where I was having my drink and socializing. There was also some good music,but not nearly enough. Which now leads me into the "not so good" part of my time at Haven. Where to start? Only half of the music was good, (this is NOT a rave) when will people who do the goth thing one night a week learn to dress them selves.(there are better places to go then "hot topic" not that I dislike that store,just don't buy all your clothes there and call yourself goth...ugh o.k. I have been wanting to say that for a long time. And speaking as one who dresses up for a 'Vampire Ball' which this did not feel like. we (room mate and friends) were the few in this crowd dressed for the night out. Also on a sad note,Kim,My room mate had her hand made red velvet robe coat torn from some drunk girls heal. Oh,There was another good thing that happend,the room mate and I left the club early and went over to Dunkin Doughnuts for a quick snack and hot chocolate.Where we met two new people to Haven, who were really nice and into anima comics and conventions along with Tattooing. So I can't say it was a bad night,Just not as fun as it use to be. I have to say though,being in a dark club with good music and lots of people in black always feeds the creative mind. Current Mood: tired | | Tuesday, January 27th, 2009 | | 10:14 pm |
Vampire Ball...
This was a little unplanned...I had plans tonight but they fell through. So, I'm heading off to 'Haven' for bloodlust,their Vampire Ball. http://www.thehavenclub.comI think getting out so much these last few weeks has been good for me. Maybe not in a getting work done thing but in a creative boost kind of way. work and home is no way to live,and the energy's I need to create have to be recharged. Something I was reminded of from my Sis Tuchen. I really have to 'get out into the world I write and draw about' and be around a few or many like minded people. It's a good way to 'recharge'. If there are any pics taken,I'll try to get them to post. Current Mood: artistic | | Monday, January 26th, 2009 | | 12:59 am |
So...another good night & weekend.
First off,I'm hooked on "Black Cat" a manga from viz media. It's a real fun read. Friday night I went to 'Jimmys' bar in Enfield to hang out with a few friends I have not seen in some time, for my bro Steve's Birthday. I also got a chance to talk on Steve's cell with 'Tuchen' who is very dear to me.And I hope everything she now has started in LA works out in the future. Tonight,I saw "Afro Samurai: Resurrection" on spike.I liked it. Right now,I'm listening to Jim and Holly on wcuw 91.3FM being interviewed about "Tarot Witch of the Black Rose" comic. It's always great to hear comic creators talk about there craft. Well I had planned to blog about some other things and even post some artwork,But with so much to do around here I have to go now. I'll try to do a better update later. Current Mood: chipper | | Thursday, January 22nd, 2009 | | 9:03 am |
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