Al Columbia grew up in, and still haunts somewhere in Connecticut, and in a long lost interview, he'd eluded to the idea that some of the awful scenarios played out in "Pim & Francie" came back to him as repressed memories. He stated that when he pressed his parents about it, they got notably uncomfortable before trying, (and struggling) to deny it.
@ 11:30 - That rocky mountain technique looks like a stunt Richard Corben would do with either gouache or acrylic, in which he would meticulously crumple aluminum foil and dip it in the paint to emulate the rocky texture.
I was introduced to Al Columbia trough esao andrews, he mentions him as one of his inspirations, Esao studied with james Jean, I'm almost sure David choe must be close to him.
No, it's a fictional character so Al can further obfuscate himself. I wouldn't be surprised, if it wasn't a photoshop collage of multiple people's features, or an AI
Great to see Al consolidate his oeuvre, bringing “The Trumpets they play” and “Alfred the Great” under the Francis D Longfellow concept. I think he’s one of comics great humourists, which is a quality of his work that’s rarely mentioned. This stuff is funny as hell 😂
Thanks so much for this video. I have been waiting for new Al Columbia work since the last issue of Amnesia and didn't know that a new one had come out. His work is so unique and captivating in this medium. Now my copy is on order and hopefully winding its way to me soon.
Are there any Name repetition of "actors" in the credits from page to page? There is a director named which is so cool because it hints and a world beyond what is pictured. If there are "Actors" too, it just deepens the shadow world hinted at behind these "movies" ...
Came here thinking there was a new AI called "Columbia". I'm relieved that's not the case, and also thrilled to be exposed to this artist for the first time. Really amazing stuff.
I gave my copy of Pim & Francie to a friend. I wasn't all that crazy for it. BIG regret now. Also found a copy of Dogface (his first comic) in a bargain bin in early 90s for 15 cents. Not 50, 15 cents! That awesome comic disappeared from my longbox for some reason. Never found out how.
This book is excellent. And the publisher is aces...my first copy was misprinted (six repeated pages so it was missing six drawings). I wrote them and had another copy sent to me a few days later. Champs!
At Columbia, better than the best David Lynch (who is a genius), he demonstrates that with comics you can dare and reach very high peaks of creativity. Maybe he's actually a little crazy, but in his case it doesn't seem like a problem. Thanks for everything your spread. Greetings from Italy.
Al Columbia grew up in, and still haunts somewhere in Connecticut, and in a long lost interview, he'd eluded to the idea that some of the awful scenarios played out in "Pim & Francie" came back to him as repressed memories. He stated that when he pressed his parents about it, they got notably uncomfortable before trying, (and struggling) to deny it.
@ 11:30 - That rocky mountain technique looks like a stunt Richard Corben would do with either gouache or acrylic, in which he would meticulously crumple aluminum foil and dip it in the paint to emulate the rocky texture.
Corben was such an unspoken genius!
I was introduced to Al Columbia trough esao andrews, he mentions him as one of his inspirations, Esao studied with james Jean, I'm almost sure David choe must be close to him.
This art is just amazing. Dark and beautiful.
Would love to see you guys comb through Biz's published sketchbook
It's Nemo in his 40s or 50s, after a rarebit and cocktail late night snack.
isn't the guy on the cover supposed to be Al himself
No, it's a fictional character so Al can further obfuscate himself. I wouldn't be surprised, if it wasn't a photoshop collage of multiple people's features, or an AI
THANK YOU!!!
You guys hipped me to Al Columbia in the first place, and I've been unhealthily obsessed ever since. One of a kind. Thank you CK!💛
Very cool.
Hope you do some Tony Millionaire
Great to see Al consolidate his oeuvre, bringing “The Trumpets they play” and “Alfred the Great” under the Francis D Longfellow concept. I think he’s one of comics great humourists, which is a quality of his work that’s rarely mentioned. This stuff is funny as hell 😂
never heard of this guy before this vid but he just got a new fan, because damn..
Thanks so much for this video. I have been waiting for new Al Columbia work since the last issue of Amnesia and didn't know that a new one had come out. His work is so unique and captivating in this medium. Now my copy is on order and hopefully winding its way to me soon.
Are there any Name repetition of "actors" in the credits from page to page? There is a director named which is so cool because it hints and a world beyond what is pictured. If there are "Actors" too, it just deepens the shadow world hinted at behind these "movies" ...
Thank you for introducing me to this artist today. Amazing.
Came here thinking there was a new AI called "Columbia". I'm relieved that's not the case, and also thrilled to be exposed to this artist for the first time. Really amazing stuff.
I gave my copy of Pim & Francie to a friend. I wasn't all that crazy for it. BIG regret now. Also found a copy of Dogface (his first comic) in a bargain bin in early 90s for 15 cents. Not 50, 15 cents! That awesome comic disappeared from my longbox for some reason. Never found out how.
Columbia's work is fantastic. I wonder how much of his persona is "Kayfabe."
None of it.
this effort does improve upon the first.. Just picked up a copy. Thanks guys
Literally just ordered before watching.
This is bananas in the best way possible!
This book is excellent. And the publisher is aces...my first copy was misprinted (six repeated pages so it was missing six drawings). I wrote them and had another copy sent to me a few days later. Champs!
Amazing work!
😎🔪
Great episode ❗🔥💯👍
At Columbia, better than the best David Lynch (who is a genius), he demonstrates that with comics you can dare and reach very high peaks of creativity. Maybe he's actually a little crazy, but in his case it doesn't seem like a problem. Thanks for everything your spread. Greetings from Italy.