KurtMitchell
I am a "Boomer"... born in a year that also saw the birth of the H-Bomb... My work has always had an imagist aspect; my subjects always representational, if not always realistic. I am intrigued by the ways in which the human mind creates mental pictures through the assimilation of language, both written and spoken, and how this ideo-sensory process can produce wildly differing results from individual to individual... "Quick! Think of a horse! What color is it? Does it have fangs?" Words conjure images and these images can obtain the power/status of symbols. Symbols exist as a basis of human communication on all levels of social structure, from intrapersonal to interpersonal... from family to tribe, from tribe to community and, eventually, all of humanity. They have the capacity to transcend differences in dialects and language. The use of symbol has always been second nature to me and has allowed me to function for years as an editorial illustrator, creating visual interpretations for worded concepts, stories, and articles created by other people. In addition to being an illustrator, I have worked as a computer game developer in the roles of concept artist, storyboard artist, texture artist, and 3D modeler. These positions also required me to convey the concepts of others, but in addition taught me skills that have allowed me to work part-time as an instructor at several colleges in the Chicago vicinity. They have, however, left me wanting more. Ultimately, illustration is more craft than art and I hunger for an intellectual environment in which to explore my own avenues of expression, rather than portray the thought processes and musings of others. I currently work as a creator of sequential art, writing and drawing my own comic books, primarily using images, more than words, to carry a story. I use a process that incorporates traditional and digital media, and I have taken advantage of my proximity to rapid-prototyping printers to generate three-dimensional versions of my characters. My stint as a game developer has instilled in me a deep respect for iterative design when working in studio, following the Credo of Fixed Iteration: 1) concept; 2) design realization; 3) critical analysis; 4) repeat if necessary. I am influenced by the work of Jean "Moebius" Giraud, Vaughn Bode', Enki Bilal, as well as some contemporaries... Geof Darrow, Gary Gianni, Mark Schultz, Mike Mignola, Alex Ross, Doug Klauba... and I hope to add more as I go along. I currently have several properties that I am working on: "Oxbluud" and "Cannonboy". I debuted them at the San Diego Comic-con 2006 and was encouraged (deluded) enough at their reception that I intend to keep at it. "Cannonboy: The Dreams Issue"was premiered at San Diego Comic-con 2007 A short mini-comic, "the BUNGALOW cycle" is now finished. More of a conceptual piece, it is also available through ComixpressAll are currently available through ComiXpress: http://www.comixpress.com I also have a presence on LinkedIn: Kurt Mitchell at LinkedInI am currently working on some personal projects, the writing is done... now I'm illustrating them: "Armadillo Buckaroo""The Ballad of Tex Rex""Tyranno De Bergerac""The Flight of the Hindenblimp"These are being branded as a series entitled "Classic Tales for Classy Kids".and, finally... "The Pigeon Eater"; (see the Gallery to the right...) is currently at the printer. "The Pigeon Eater 2" has been outlined and is being written.
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KurtMitchell's Comic Galleries
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The Pigeon Eater
...if you survive, maybe it's 'cuz you're s'posed to.
A new property.
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Pen & Ink Illustration Gallery
Assorted illustrations that I drew for other people. I freelance for trade magazines and newspapers... here are a few examples.
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Cannonboy: A Matter of Taste
What does post-apocalyptic castastrophe taste like?
Hmmmm... ummmm... chicken?
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Cannonboy
A post-apocalyptic romp through a dead civilization with one of the few remaining "smart" weapons...
This book is available at Comixpress:
http://www.comixpress.com
All images are copyright protected by Kurt Mitchell.
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Cannonboy 2: "The Dreams Issue"
Futility is often a prison of one's own making, and escape sometimes comes in the form of dreams. Don'tcha think? Or dont'cha think...
All images are copyright protected by Kurt Mitchell.
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Oxbluud: A Gladiator's Tale
In a future where war no longer exists, how will man satisfy his primordial bloodlust? Bio-engineered gladiators have no soul, so how could exploiting them be immoral?
Get this book at Comixpress:
http://www.comixpress.com
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Oxbluud 2: The Saga continues...
In a world where almost anything is available to almost anyone, that which is most desired is often that which is most denied...
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Elvis Through the Ages
In observance of the 30th anniversary of Elvis' passing to a higher plane, I am displaying "Elvis Through the Ages", a short course in Art History using the King of Rock and Roll as a point of departure. Copyright by Kurt Mitchell.
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Carl Sandburg's Chicago and other "Childrens" Stuff
Any Chicagoan who lays claim to this city knows these couplets by heart... or has at least heard them...
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the BUNGALOW cycle
Just like people, houses have a lifespan... or is it more of a lifecycle?
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[ Posted by DKlauba on May 6th, 2008 11:43 AM ]...
I can't get enuff of Pigeon Eater. Wow.  1 Reply [ Latest posted on May 6th, 2008 1:12 PM ]
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 [ Posted by KurtMitchell on May 6th, 2008 1:12 PM ]...
Thanks, Doug... I'm on a roll with it and I'm kinda crankin' on it, staying up unti 3:30 every night to get the pages laid out. This is fun. |
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[ Posted by markalester on Apr 24th, 2008 12:07 PM ]...
Hey Kurt. Cool work here. Thanks for the add. 1 Reply [ Latest posted on April 24th, 2008 12:53 PM ]
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[ Posted by KurtMitchell on Apr 24th, 2008 12:53 PM ]...
Thanks M@L... I checked out your page. You can DRAW!! |
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[ Posted by Nino on Mar 5th, 2008 11:03 PM ]...
Hi Kurt . How are you? I was surfing the net and decided to leave you a comment here. Well, that is all for now . I just wanted to keep in touch . Talk to you later .
Nino. 1 Reply [ Latest posted on March 7th, 2008 12:34 AM ]
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[ Posted by KurtMitchell on Mar 7th, 2008 12:34 AM ]...
Nino! Ermano!! I missed the Monster Island Toys day... were you there with Laundry Detergent Man? |
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[ Posted by DKlauba on Feb 29th, 2008 10:38 AM ]...
Ahem... I just engrossed myself with your new stuff: Pigeon Eater and I must say that it looks pretty gosh darn incredible! PLEASE show us more! When will it be published?
Another winner from Kurt! 1 Reply [ Latest posted on March 7th, 2008 12:31 AM ]
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[ Posted by KurtMitchell on Mar 7th, 2008 12:31 AM ]...
Doug!! Thanks, man! |
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[ Posted by MikeWilliams on Feb 8th, 2008 11:50 AM ]...
Just dropping by to say hi; your work looks Amazing as always! 1 Reply [ Latest posted on March 7th, 2008 12:30 AM ]
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[ Posted by KurtMitchell on Mar 7th, 2008 12:30 AM ]...
Hey, thanks Mike... I always check out your stuff after your bulletins... YOU CAN DRAW!!! I am thrilled that you visit my site! |
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[ Posted by Shojinstudios on Oct 15th, 2007 3:02 AM ]...
Hey Kurt, I'm glad you added some more pieces to the gallery section. GREAT STUFF! I hope we can have a mini-MOB reunion one of these weekends hope all is well you, I'll be checking in soon! 1 Reply [ Latest posted on October 19th, 2007 5:51 PM ]
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[ Posted by KurtMitchell on Oct 19th, 2007 5:51 PM ]...
Yeah... the MOB...Makers of Books!!! |
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[ Posted by Salimena on Oct 2nd, 2007 8:15 AM ]...
amazing stuff, kurt! |
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[ Posted by stormborn on Jul 5th, 2007 1:53 PM ]...
Cannonboy is a Fav - one of the most original pieces I've seen in a long time - Keep em comin! |
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[ Posted by charlessoule on May 1st, 2007 11:43 PM ]...
Thank you for the kind words on Cockroach. I came by to check out your stuff, and I was extremely impressed with Cannonboy. Thoughtful, funny, really good. If you ever want to put someone else's words to your pictures, let me know - I'd be all over it. Best of luck. |
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[ Posted by 3vilprez on Apr 14th, 2007 1:39 PM ]...
Thanks for the Add... see you Monday! |
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[ Posted by bocker on Mar 29th, 2007 3:41 AM ]...
Thanks for the add.
Great stuff. |
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[ Posted by HUMANSMARTBOMB on Mar 24th, 2007 3:57 AM ]...
CANNONBOY IS SUPER DOPE.
THANKS FOR MAKING COMICS.
PEACE |
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[ Posted by Josh on Mar 23rd, 2007 12:06 PM ]...
I ordered Cannonboy through Comixpress. I found it just by browsing the listings there. You know, you could link your Cannonboy gallery to its Comicxpress listing so people can click through and buy it. 1 Reply [ Latest posted on March 23rd, 2007 12:39 PM ]
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[ Posted by KurtMitchell on Mar 23rd, 2007 12:39 PM ]...
What a great suggestion! I've implemented links for Cannonboy AND Oxbluud! |
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[ Posted by grubbmaster on Mar 21st, 2007 8:49 PM ]...
The new Cannonboy looks great. Can't wait to see the full issue. |
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[ Posted by batfish73 on Mar 15th, 2007 9:54 PM ]...
Cannon boy...some of the best stuff I've seen in a long time, bud |
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[ Posted by Matt_Anderson on Mar 9th, 2007 9:13 PM ]...
Kurt,
Thanks so much for the request! Your art is fantastic!
--Matt Anderson |
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[ Posted by Spiders19013 on Feb 21st, 2007 12:21 AM ]...
Awesome Gallery. I enjoy everytime I visit :) |
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[ Posted by Shojinstudios on Feb 13th, 2007 3:12 AM ]...
WOA!!! your art is still kickin' my @$$!! Stop it please! Great pieces Kurt! |
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[ Posted by grubbmaster on Feb 10th, 2007 5:16 PM ]...
Kurt, I really like the two new galleries. Awesome work. 1 Reply [ Latest posted on February 11th, 2007 1:35 AM ]
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[ Posted by KurtMitchell on Feb 11th, 2007 1:35 AM ]...
Thank you, Grubbmaster... the first guy to welcome me here!! |
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[ Posted by Nino on Feb 8th, 2007 6:32 PM ]...
Hey Kurt, thanks alot for the message you sent me and also thanks alot for adding me to your roster fo friends . Cool ! Well, hope all is well and I will talk to you later .
Nino. |
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[ Posted by KyleMiller on Feb 8th, 2007 10:02 AM ]...
Hi Kurt, thanks for the add. Looking at Linked in, we seem to have a few friends in common. Maybe I'll see you around sometime. |
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[ Posted by normdwyer on Feb 1st, 2007 3:40 PM ]...
Kurt,
Loved Bungalow!
Nice. 1 Reply [ Latest posted on February 2nd, 2007 12:02 AM ]
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[ Posted by KurtMitchell on Feb 2nd, 2007 12:02 AM ]...
Thanks, Norm...
I had a 9mm placed square against my heart, and the life I knew just seemed to vanish in an instant. I'm still alive but the bungalow lifestyle vanished... but it is still there with other players. |
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[ Posted by ToxicShockComics on Jan 21st, 2007 6:43 PM ]...
Thanks for the add, definitley check out the book if you can. Take care.
-Mike Storniolo
Toxic Shock Comics |
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[ Posted by wordballoon on Jan 10th, 2007 7:16 PM ]...
Kurt Oxblud & Cannon Boy are great books!
Keep it up. 1 Reply [ Latest posted on January 10th, 2007 7:29 PM ]
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[ Posted by KurtMitchell on Jan 10th, 2007 7:29 PM ]...
Thanks, John. Coming from one whom I consider a true authority on what's happening in the industry... well, gorsh, makes me blush. |
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[ Posted by DwightLMacPherson on Jan 9th, 2007 12:42 PM ]...
Thank you for the add, Kurt! *tips hat*
Fantastic art! I'll have to check out your stuff.
Best wishes,
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[ Posted by KurtMitchell on Jan 9th, 2007 3:30 PM ]...
And a "tips hat" right back atcha. Your stuff is very cool. "hey, everybody! Go check out his stuff!" |
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[ Posted by DwightLMacPherson on Jan 9th, 2007 4:18 PM ]...
HAHAHA!
Why thank you very much, good sir!
Your work is noteworthy as well. "Hey, go check out his stuff! Seriously! It's better than cake!"
Yours in cake eatery,
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