Sketchbook - Brandon Graham

Universe So Big might be the coolest little comic book that you've never heard of. It was one of those rare books that I bought solely on the strength of the solicitation, and I enjoyed it immensely. Well, the first two issues, at least, as that was all that came out. While it probably helped that the creator has Seattle connections, it was the distinctive and unique style that drew me in, a style that came through in Brandon's Aquaman sketch.

AQUAMAN: Saving the World from the Ocean Up
by Brandon Graham
20 Jul 2001
(permission to post given 5 Aug 2003 via comments)

This is one of only three sketches I got at San Diego Comic-Con 2001, my second, and so far last, visit to the Comic-Con International. I wasn't in a very sketch-getting mood at that con, mostly because my hubby was tagging along, and I wanted to enjoy the con with him, not stand in front of artists asking for sketches the entire time. When I ran across Brandon in a publisher's booth showing his portfolio, I begged a sketch from him. I was delighted with the result, and I'm delighted to share it with you. Now I just want to see the rest of Universe So Big.

To see all the sketches I have permission to post so far, check out my Sketchbook Page. If you have any contact information for any of the other artists I'm trying to contact, please e-mail me.