In this episode we are joined by Michael Avon Oeming who discusses working on ‘The World Of Krypton’ series, and Taki Soma who discusses her autobiographical graphic novel, ‘Sleeping While Standing’.Along the way the duo share their insights and philosophies towards creating comics and telling stories, as well as taking some fan questions live. SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded during Dublin Comic Con 2022 via a live Zoom panel.

In this episode we are joined by Michael Avon Oeming who discusses working on ‘The World Of Krypton’ series, and Taki Soma who discusses her autobiographical graphic novel, ‘Sleeping While Standing’.Along the way the duo share their insights and philosophies towards creating comics and telling stories, as well as taking some fan questions live.SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded during Dublin Comic Con 2022 via a live Zoom panel.

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Creator In Conversation- Episode #26: Special Guests: Michael Avon Oeming and Taki Soma

CREATOR IN CONVERSATION PRESENTS; STEVE DITKO: BEYOND THE MYTH A THREE-PART MINI-SERIES EXPLORING THE WORK AND LEGACY OF ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL CREATORS IN COMIC BOOKS! FEATURING IN-DEPTH INTERVIEWS WITH:DR. ZACK KRUSE, JACK C. HARRIS AND MARK ‘ZEN’ DITKO RELEASING ON AUGUST 5th 2025

CREATOR IN CONVERSATION PRESENTS; STEVE DITKO: BEYOND THE MYTHA THREE-PART MINI-SERIES EXPLORING THE WORK AND LEGACY OF ONE OF THE MOST INFLUENTIAL CREATORS IN COMIC BOOKS!FEATURING IN-DEPTH INTERVIEWS WITH:DR. ZACK KRUSE, JACK C. HARRIS AND MARK ‘ZEN’ DITKORELEASING ON AUGUST 5th 2025

Steve Ditko: Beyond The Myth- Official Trailer [Three-Part Miniseries]

Writer Meghan Fitzmartin joins us to discuss adapting ‘All-Star Superman’ into a new audiobook for Random House Audio, as well as sharing her start in industry, from moving to LA, to writing for TV shows such as ‘Supernatural’ and animated films including ‘Justice Society World War II’.  And of course we deep dive into her move towards writing for comics and advice she would share with aspiring creators. This is a thoroughly enjoyable and engaging conversation that you won’t want to miss! SHOW NOTES: All-Star Superman is available to purchase now via Audible.

Writer Meghan Fitzmartin joins us to discuss adapting ‘All-Star Superman’ into a new audiobook for Random House Audio, as well as sharing her start in industry, from moving to LA, to writing for TV shows such as ‘Supernatural’ and animated films including ‘Justice Society World War II’. And of course we deep dive into her move towards writing for comics and advice she would share with aspiring creators. This is a thoroughly enjoyable and engaging conversation that you won’t want to miss!SHOW NOTES: All-Star Superman is available to purchase now via Audible.

Creator In Conversation- Episode #25: Meghan Fitzmartin

In this very special episode we are joined by David Barry, the son of legendary artist Sy Barry. Sy Barry is famous around the world for his prolific career as the artist on The Phantom strips, which under Barry’s tenure as artist, reached an international readership of hundreds of millions around the globe. In addition to his work on Phantom, Sy also, contributed as inker to the very first Krypto story in Adventure Comics #210. David is now working on a new project to chronicle his father’s career in a book. This episode is a preview of what to expect form that book. SHOW NOTES: If you would like to support this project let us know at info@tasqart.com

In this very special episode we are joined by David Barry, the son of legendary artist Sy Barry.Sy Barry is famous around the world for his prolific career as the artist on The Phantom strips, which under Barry’s tenure as artist, reached an international readership of hundreds of millions around the globe.In addition to his work on Phantom, Sy also, contributed as inker to the very first Krypto story in Adventure Comics #210.David is now working on a new project to chronicle his father’s career in a book. This episode is a preview of what to expect form that book.SHOW NOTES: If you would like to support this project let us know at info@tasqart.com

Creator In Conversation- Episode #24: David Barry

Writer, artist and lecturer Ben Dickson joins us in this episode to discuss work on books such as, ‘A New Jerusalem’, ‘The Queen’s Favorite Witch’, ‘Santa Claus vs the Nazis’ and ‘Silent Horizon’. Within the conversation we also discuss how Ben began making comics and the changes he has noted within the comic book and convention scene since he first started attending as both fan and exhibitor. We also explore Ben’s work on depicting historical drama in graphic novel format. SHOW NOTES: You can find more of Ben’s work at bendickson.co.uk

Writer, artist and lecturer Ben Dickson joins us in this episode to discuss work on books such as, ‘A New Jerusalem’, ‘The Queen’s Favorite Witch’, ‘Santa Claus vs the Nazis’ and ‘Silent Horizon’.Within the conversation we also discuss how Ben began making comics and the changes he has noted within the comic book and convention scene since he first started attending as both fan and exhibitor.We also explore Ben’s work on depicting historical drama in graphic novel format.SHOW NOTES: You can find more of Ben’s work at bendickson.co.uk

Creator In Conversation- Episode #23: Ben Dickson

Star Treks fans will delight at this episode as Derek Tyler Attico joins us to discuss his novel, ‘The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko’. We also discuss Derek’s formative years as a writer studying under the legendary Dennis O’Neil. Derek has also been a guiding light for the next generation of writers as he served as a lecturer for TASQ Art during its first academic semester, teaching the fundamentals of fiction writing. Derek also provides insight and shares his personal philosophies and reflections towards the creative process of writing for short fiction, novels and games. SHOW NOTES: Follow Derek online under the handle @dattico

Star Treks fans will delight at this episode as Derek Tyler Attico joins us to discuss his novel, ‘The Autobiography of Benjamin Sisko’. We also discuss Derek’s formative years as a writer studying under the legendary Dennis O’Neil.Derek has also been a guiding light for the next generation of writers as he served as a lecturer for TASQ Art during its first academic semester, teaching the fundamentals of fiction writing.Derek also provides insight and shares his personal philosophies and reflections towards the creative process of writing for short fiction, novels and games.SHOW NOTES: Follow Derek online under the handle @dattico

Creator In Conversation- Episode #22: Derek Tyler Attico

Fans of DC Comics and The Legion of Super-Heroes will not want to miss this episode as we are joined by the legendary former President of DC Comics, Mr. Paul Levitz. Our conversation spans Paul’s entire career from fanzines to writing for the Legion, purchasing the Charlton Comics characters for DC and overseeing DC’s acquisition of WildStorm. Along the way we discuss how stories can bring so many readers from different backgrounds together in fandom. SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in May 2025

Fans of DC Comics and The Legion of Super-Heroes will not want to miss this episode as we are joined by the legendary former President of DC Comics, Mr. Paul Levitz.Our conversation spans Paul’s entire career from fanzines to writing for the Legion, purchasing the Charlton Comics characters for DC and overseeing DC’s acquisition of WildStorm.Along the way we discuss how stories can bring so many readers from different backgrounds together in fandom.SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in May 2025

Creator In Conversation- Episode #21: Paul Levitz

Joining us for this episode of Creator In Conversation is writer and editor Bob Greenberger. Bob shares with us his work with Crazy 8 Press as well as past projects and passion for storytelling across prose and comic books. We also delve into a discussion about teaching writing and comic book creation. Enjoy this engaging and informative conversation. SHOW NOTES: To find out more about the titles available via Crazy 8 Press please visit:www.crazy8press.com

Joining us for this episode of Creator In Conversation is writer and editor Bob Greenberger.Bob shares with us his work with Crazy 8 Press as well as past projects and passion for storytelling across prose and comic books.We also delve into a discussion about teaching writing and comic book creation. Enjoy this engaging and informative conversation.SHOW NOTES: To find out more about the titles available via Crazy 8 Press please visit:www.crazy8press.com 

Creator In Conversation- Episode #20: Bob Greenberger

Closing out this special two-part episode of Creator in Conversation, Emma Kubert joins us once more, this time on site at TASQ Art as part of a visit from The Joe Kubert School. Emma shares critical advice gained from her experience working on creator owned books and internationally recognised IPs. Great insight is given on how to build a rapport with an Editor. You can watch this episode on our YouTube Channel as well. SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in March 2025 before a live audience filmed at The Apex located in Priory Market

Closing out this special two-part episode of Creator in Conversation, Emma Kubert joins us once more, this time on site at TASQ Art as part of a visit from The Joe Kubert School. Emma shares critical advice gained from her experience working on creator owned books and internationally recognised IPs. Great insight is given on how to build a rapport with an Editor.You can watch this episode on our YouTube Channel as well.SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in March 2025 before a live audience filmed at The Apex located in Priory Market

Creator In Conversation- Episode #19: Emma Kubert Part 2

Joining us for a special two-part episode of Creator In Conversation is Emma Kubert.Emma is a comic book creator, writer, artist, and teacher of the Joe Kubert School. After graduating from the Kubert School in 2018, Emma went on to work for many different companies including DC Entertainment, Marvel Comics, Image Comics, Tapas Entertainment, Dynamite Comics, and more! Be sure to join us again next week for part 2! SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in March 2025 during Dublin Comic Con Spring Edition before a live audience

Joining us for a special two-part episode of Creator In Conversation is Emma Kubert.Emma is a comic book creator, writer, artist, and teacher of the Joe Kubert School. After graduating from the Kubert School in 2018, Emma went on to work for many different companies including DC Entertainment, Marvel Comics, Image Comics, Tapas Entertainment, Dynamite Comics, and more! Be sure to join us again next week for part 2!SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in March 2025 during Dublin Comic Con Spring Edition before a live audience

Creator In Conversation- Episode #18: Emma Kubert Part 1

Closing out this two-part episode of Creator in Conversation, Anthony Marques joins us once more, this time on site at TASQ Art as part of a visit from The Joe Kubert School. Anthony delights attendees with a live demo of how to draw Superman while sharing his passion for the art and advice for aspiring creators. Owing to the visual demonstration provided we recommend listeners also watch this episode on on our YouTube channel for full effect. SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in March 2025 before a live audience filmed at The Apex located in Priory Market

Closing out this two-part episode of Creator in Conversation, Anthony Marques joins us once more, this time on site at TASQ Art as part of a visit from The Joe Kubert School. Anthony delights attendees with a live demo of how to draw Superman while sharing his passion for the art and advice for aspiring creators.Owing to the visual demonstration provided we recommend listeners also watch this episode on on our YouTube channel for full effect.SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in March 2025 before a live audience filmed at The Apex located in Priory Market

Creator In Conversation- Episode #17: Anthony Marques Part 2

Presented in this very special edition of the podcast is a conversation with author Elliot S! Maggin. Elliot is known by Superman fans from around the world for his renowned Superman stories both in comics and his prose novels ‘Last Son of Krypton’ and ‘Miracle Monday’.  Elliot joins us to discuss his latest novel ‘Lex Corp’ as well as discussing his approach to structure in story and his experience writing for TV, Animation and his other novels and short story collections. SHOW NOTES: This episode is releasing on the third Monday in May- the day the events of Maggin’s novel ‘Miracle Monday’ takes place.

Presented in this very special edition of the podcast is a conversation with author Elliot S! Maggin. Elliot is known by Superman fans from around the world for his renowned Superman stories both in comics and his prose novels ‘Last Son of Krypton’ and ‘Miracle Monday’. Elliot joins us to discuss his latest novel ‘Lex Corp’ as well as discussing his approach to structure in story and his experience writing for TV, Animation and his other novels and short story collections.SHOW NOTES: This episode is releasing on the third Monday in May- the day the events of Maggin’s novel ‘Miracle Monday’ takes place.

Creator In Conversation- Episode #16.1: Elliot S! Maggin

Joining us for our first two-part episode of Creator In Conversation is Anthony Marques.Anthony is the President of the Joe Kubert School and shares with us his passion for the medium of Comic Books and how he approaches grading student work within the parameters of what is expected from an industry perspective. An engaging and insightful conversation, join us again next week for part 2! SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in March 2025 during Dublin Comic Con Spring Edition before a live audience

Joining us for our first two-part episode of Creator In Conversation is Anthony Marques.Anthony is the President of the Joe Kubert School and shares with us his passion for the medium of Comic Books and how he approaches grading student work within the parameters of what is expected from an industry perspective. An engaging and insightful conversation, join us again next week for part 2!SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in March 2025 during Dublin Comic Con Spring Edition before a live audience

Creator In Conversation- Episode #16: Anthony Marques Part 1

Actor and writer Todd Stashwick (12 Monkeys, Star Trek: Picard) joins us for this very special episode of Creator In Conversation, re-presenting the very first masterclass hosted by TASQ Art. This episode covers Todd’s approach to story and writing for film, games and comics. This portion of the masterclass was recorded to share with online audiences covering an overview of Todd's career and break into industry.  SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in May 2024 as part of the very first masterclass hosted by TASQ Art. Look for the video on our YouTube Page.

Actor and writer Todd Stashwick (12 Monkeys, Star Trek: Picard) joins us for this very special episode of Creator In Conversation, re-presenting the very first masterclass hosted by TASQ Art. This episode covers Todd’s approach to story and writing for film, games and comics. This portion of the masterclass was recorded to share with online audiences covering an overview of Todd's career and break into industry. SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in May 2024 as part of the very first masterclass hosted by TASQ Art. Look for the video on our YouTube Page.

Creator In Conversation- Episode #15: Todd Stashwick

Artist Gary Erskine joins us for this episode of Creator In Conversation to discuss his approach towards character design. Every aspect of Gary’s process for creating characters, from the tools he uses, his sources of inspiration and his own professional philosophy towards the craft, is covered with great insight. This is definitely a must listen to episode for any comic book artist and creator. SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in March 2025 during Dublin Comic Con Spring Edition before a live audience

Artist Gary Erskine joins us for this episode of Creator In Conversation to discuss his approach towards character design. Every aspect of Gary’s process for creating characters, from the tools he uses, his sources of inspiration and his own professional philosophy towards the craft, is covered with great insight. This is definitely a must listen to episode for any comic book artist and creator.SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in March 2025 during Dublin Comic Con Spring Edition before a live audience

Creator In Conversation- Episode #14: Gary Erskine

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