Ben Wright-Heuman - Cartoonist Extraordinaire

HAPPY (belated) NEW YEAR! BWHComics Newsletter 1/19/2020

1/19/2020

Greetings and salutations!

Happy New Year! I’m excited for 2020, and I hope you’re all looking forward to it, as well. Without further ado, let’s begin!

Recently Released

CosPain #131: Gordian Knot
(Hi-Res Patron Version) CosPain #132: The Night Before the Con

Upcoming Events

We’re currently in the off-season for cons, but I have several irons in the fire and hope to be notifying you all of further developments soon.
If you know of any events that are accepting artists, let me know!

Panels

So I didn’t properly announce it anywhere but on social media, but I ended up doing two panels recently! I got to do my CosPain Live Draw panel at Super MAGFest, and I got to do my Whodrawnit panel at Ohayocon! Thank you to everyone who turned up for those events.

As an additional side note, Super MAGFest has a policy that I very much like, where they record all of their panels and post them on YouTube. Once the footage from this panel posts, I’ll be sure to let you all know!

The Letters of the Devil II

The post-production process has finally picked up speed! At the current rate, I should be done by the end of the month! Huzzah!

As a note, completion of these pages does NOT mean that the book will be ready right away. I’m still going to be setting up the file, writing up an introduction and a “Making Of” section, working things out with the printer, etc. etc. But completion of these pages will mean that the story is done. Everything else is just the behind-the-scenes sausage-making you don’t really want to see. And it also means that it’s almost time for …

The Legacy of L Kickstarter

I’m finally pulling the trigger on this! Barring any last-minute crises, the campaign will start on February 1, 2020 and run until March 1, 2020! Rewards will include PDF, paperback, and Special Edition copies of the book, as well as options to get copies of the first book in case you missed out on it! This time, I will be asking for a total of $2,000, which is double the goal for the campaign for the first book! I’ll be sure to notify you all when the campaign is live and milestones are hit.

Wrap-Up

The stage is set, and now that I’ve officially told you about the Kickstarter, it’s gotta happen. Time to get back to work.

If you want to support my work further, please visit my online store. I also have Patreon and Ko-Fi accounts if those are more your speed.

Rock on, guys, and never stop drawing.

PROLOGUE PREVIEW! BWHComics Newsletter 12/15/2019

12/15/2019

Greetings and salutations!

Hi guys! Did you miss me? Sorry it’s been so long, but I’ve had my nose to the grindstone on Letters and have some important news to announce! Without further ado, let’s begin!

Recently Released

CosPain #126: Pumped-Up Kicks
(Hi-Res Patron Version) CosPain #127: In the Red

Upcoming Events

While I am not tabling at Super MAGFest this year, I will be presenting my CosPain Live Draw panel! Stop by the Makerspace on Friday, 1/3 at 7:30 PM!

If you know of any events that are accepting artists, let me know!

And now, time for the big news.

The Letters of the Devil II

So I’m going to start with the bad news, get it out of the way. I had originally wanted the book to be completely done on 12/15 (you know, TODAY). Unfortunately, that has not been possible, what with going home for the holidays, dealing with some technical issues, and other problems you probably don’t wanna hear about. So I have pushed the deadline back again.

I will be shooting to finish by 12/31. I REALLY want this book to be done this year, but to be honest … this is a tall order. I may have to push the deadline into the New Year.

That said, I do have good news.

When I released the first book, I included a teaser for the sequel, stating that it was coming in 2019. That’s why I’ve been so eager to get this book completed this year; I made that promise, and I want to keep it, at least in some form. So, I have made an important decision: I am going to post the Prologue online.

Starting tomorrow, 12/16, my $3+ Patrons will start receiving pages on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and these pages will become available to the general public a week later on my Patreon and on my website. At this rate, it will take just over 5 weeks for all the pages to post, at which point I should be prepared enough to announce the Kickstarter.

Wrap-Up

All right, enough break time. I have a comic to finish.

If you want to support my work further, please visit my online store. I also have Patreon and Ko-Fi accounts if those are more your speed.

Rock on, guys, and never stop drawing.

A QUARTER OF THE WAY TO VICTORY! BWHComics Newsletter 10/17/2019

10/17/2019

Greetings and salutations!

It’s been a busy few weeks! Without further ado, let’s begin!

Recently Released

Comics:
CosPain #118: Unsuitable Venue
(Hi-Res Patron Version) CosPain #119: Origin Story

Videos:
WELCOME TO THE CAST! CosPain #110 Live Draw, Part 1
IMPOSTOR SYNDROME! CosPain #110 Live Draw, Part 2
ALL ABOUT FRIENDSHIP! CosPain #110 Live Draw, Part 3
DEADLINE DELAYS! CosPain #110 Live Draw, Part 4
FURSUIT IN A TRUNK! CosPain #110 Live Draw, Part 5
MYSTERY COMICS! CosPain #110 Live Draw, Part 6

Upcoming Events

My schedule is blissfully open for the moment! Finally, I can get some work done! That said, I’m always ready to spend my weekend shilling my merch.

If you know of any events that are accepting artists, let me know!

Livestreams

As you can see from the plethora of links in the Recently Released section, I have finally gotten a chance to edit and post some of my old livestreams! I do intend to get better about posting the replays. Issues with Letters caused unavoidable delays, but things are in better shape now.

I am recovering from a case of con crud (yes, again), but I hope to do my next livestream this Saturday and Sunday starting at 7:00 PM EDT. This one will be a little special, as I will be doing two strips at the same time to show off a new workflow I’m trying with CosPain.

If you’re interested in seeing the replays as they come out, the best way is to follow my YouTube channel, or my Twitch channel if you want to join in on the livestreams, well, live!

The Letters of the Devil II

As per usual, things are running a bit slow with Letters, in large part due to the aforementioned con crud. That said, I’ve completed about ¼ of the grayscale pages, and I’m scanning and prepping the files as I go, which will cut down on the post-production time dramatically.

Inktober 2019

So against my better judgment (considering my current workload), I am doing Inktober this year. Well, kind of. I’m following the official prompt list, anyway. But I’m not working in ink; instead, I’m working with graphite wash.

I’ve been having a ball with it, but I’m going to have to wait to show them to you. Graphite wash is extremely messy and can leave loose graphite particles all over the page, which makes scanning them a dangerous proposition. I’m also considering using these pages for a book and am a little hesitant to share them prematurely. If I can find a way to do it, however, I will post images for you. They look fantastic, if I do say so myself.

Wrap-Up

And with that, this newsletter is at an end! Time to drink tea and shade pages.

If you want to support my work further, please visit my online store. I also have Patreon and Ko-Fi accounts if those are more your speed.

Rock on, guys, and never stop drawing.

INKS AND A NEW TIMELINE! BWHComics Newsletter 9/24/2019

9/24/2019

Greetings and salutations!

It’s been a long time coming, but I have some positive news to report! Without further ado, let’s begin!

Recently Released

CosPain #115: Perfectly Sized
(Hi-Res Patron Version) CosPain #116: HOV Lane

Upcoming Events

This is a bit last-minute, but I’ll be at Parkersburg Pop Con this Saturday, 9/28, along with the fantastic Kelci Crawford! Be sure to stop by and get you some comix!

If you know of any events that are accepting artists, let me know!

The Letters of the Devil II

It’s taken much longer than I’d hoped, but the inks for The Letters of the Devil II are finally done! This is a huge milestone, and I want to thank you all for your patience.

Now that the inks are out of the way, we have a new projected timeline!

This timeline is still somewhat ambitious, as shading 238 pages by 11/15 may be too daunting a task. I believe it is doable, however, and I am excited that this timeline still has the project finishing before the end of the year.

I have also begun making plans for the Kickstarter. As things currently stand, I’m hoping to run it during the month of November, when the project will be in its final stages. I’ll send out more details when things have been more finalized.

Wrap-Up

And with that, this newsletter is at an end! My pencils are ready for shading.

If you want to support my work further, please visit my online store. I also have Patreon and Ko-Fi accounts if those are more your speed.

Rock on, guys, and never stop drawing.

DELAYS, DELAYS! BWHComics Newsletter 9/10/2019

9/10/2019

Greetings and salutations!

Hello, old friends, and welcome to all the new people who signed up for my newsletter! Without further ado, let’s begin!

Recently Released

CosPain #113: Vacuum-Sealed
(Hi-Res Patron Version) CosPain #114: Fursuit Cardio

Upcoming Events

With the end of WV Pop Culture Con this past weekend, I am, for the moment, done with events! That may be changing soon, as I am currently negotiating a table-sharing arrangement for later this month. I will let you know once that develops more.

If you know of any events that are accepting artists, let me know!

Livestreams

The replays for my live draw of CosPain strip #110 have unfortunately not gone up yet. Due to the issues with Letters (detailed below), I have not had time to edit them. As soon as I have a moment to breathe, they will be compiled and posted.

It may be unwise, but I will be pushing myself even further behind by having another live draw this weekend! Tune in on Friday, 9/13 at 7:00 PM EDT for the first part, and Sunday, 9/15 at 7:00 PM EDT for the second part!

If you’re interested in seeing them as they come out, the best way is to follow my YouTube channel, or my Twitch channel if you want to join in on the livestreams, well, live!

The Letters of the Devil II

Unfortunately, the inking deadline has passed, and I still have work to do. I can’t be helped; the inks have simply taken longer than I had hoped, by a wide margin.

That said, I am not shifting the deadlines yet. I hope to finish the inks shortly, and when I do, I’ll see where things stand. I appreciate your support on this project, and I still hope to get this book finished before the end of the year.

Wrap-Up

And with that, this newsletter is at an end! Time to get back to inking.

If you want to support my work further, please visit my online store. I also have Patreon and Ko-Fi accounts if those are more your speed.

Rock on, guys, and never stop drawing.

WHODRAWNIT?! BWHComics Newsletter 8/14/2019

8/14/2019

Greetings and salutations!

A quick one this week, but some important news! Without further ado, let’s begin!

Recently Released

CosPain #109: Out of Frame
(Hi-Res Patron Version) CosPain #110: Acceptance

Upcoming Events

Matsuricon 2019: August 16-18, 2019, Columbus, OH
WV Pop Culture Con: September 7th-8th 2019, Morgantown, WV

If you know of any events that are accepting artists, let me know!

WHODRAWNIT?

I mentioned in my last newsletter that I’d be hosting a panel at Matsuricon! Well, now I have more details that I can share!

Hope to see you at the panel! And even if you can’t make it, stop by my table in the Artist Alley!

Livestreams

The replays for my live draw of CosPain strip #110 will likely go up next week. I need some time after Matsuricon to edit them.

If you’re interested in seeing them as they come out, the best way is to follow my YouTube channel, or my Twitch channel if you want to join in on the livestreams, well, live!

The Letters of the Devil II

Work on Letters has hit a major goal! There are only 100 pages left to ink! With the new deadline in 18 days, that is admittedly tough, but I believe it can be done!

Wrap-Up

And with that, this newsletter is at an end! I have a con to get ready for and pages to ink!

If you want to support my work further, please visit my online store. I also have Patreon and Ko-Fiaccounts if those are more your speed.

Rock on, guys, and never stop drawing.

I'M BACK, BABY! BWHComics Newsletter 8/6/2019

8/6/2019

Greetings and salutations!

WOW. It has been over a MONTH since my last proper newsletter. Sorry about that, guys, but I’ll be breaking down what happened to cause such a delay below. Also, welcome to all the new friends I made at Otakon!

Without further ado, let’s begin!

Recently Released

CosPain #108: Backseat Reading
(Hi-Res Patron Version) CosPain #104: Introvert Booth

Upcoming Events

Matsuricon 2019: August 16-18, 2019, Columbus, OH
WV Pop Culture Con: September 7th-8th 2019, Morgantown, WV

If you know of any events that are accepting artists, let me know!

WHODRAWNIT?

I have had a panel approved at Matsuricon! I will be talking about mystery comics and the process of writing one! The official schedule has not been posted, but I will let you all know when I have the official time slot information available.

Livestreams

I will be livestreaming the drawing of CosPain strip #110 this coming weekend! Tune in Friday, August 9th, at 7:00 PM EDT for the first half, and Sunday, August 11th, at 7:00 PM EDT for the second half!

If you’re interested in seeing them as they come out, the best way is to follow my YouTube channel, or my Twitch channel if you want to join in on the livestreams, well, live!

What’s Been Happening

The last few weeks have been absolutely incredible. I have stayed in seven different states, driven over 2,000 miles, and flown twice. I had two weekend-long conventions, my aunts’ wedding, and a family reunion. It’s been nuts, to say the least.

As much fun as I had with the whole experience, the highlight had to be Otakon. This was far and away the best tabling experience I’ve had to date. I went from barely making back the table fee on the 3rd day last year to surpassing it handily partway through the 2nd day. It broke every record I’ve set for a con. I had incredible interactions with customers, with other tablers, with staff … it was just the complete package. I absolutely plan on attending again next year.

Unfortunately, these events have put me behind schedule. I detailed this in my last update, but in case you missed it, I have included the revised schedule below.
The Letters of the Devil II

To put it simply, I have pushed Inking and Penciling back a month. Since I am also going to be working on assembly as I go, I have reduced the Post-Production working window to 15 days.

This also means that the final date of completion is unchanged. I still intend to finish the book by 12/1/2019, or at least to give it my best effort. I really want to finish this book before the end of the year, and I won’t throw that towel in until I absolutely have to.

I hate pushing back deadlines, but I’d rather give you all a good product late than a subpar one on time. Thank you all for your support, for holding me accountable, and for just being awesome.

Wrap-Up

And with that, this newsletter is at an end! Time to get back on track.

If you want to support my work further, please visit my online store. I also have Patreon and Ko-Fiaccounts if those are more your speed.

Rock on, guys, and never stop drawing.

New LETTERS Schedule

7/31/2019

Greetings and salutations!

This is not a full newsletter. I’m currently out of town and do a more comprehensive post when I get back. I do, however, have one big announcement that couldn’t wait.

As anyone keeping up with my posts will know, the deadline for completing the inks for The Letters of the Devil II is 8/1. I have been concerned that I would miss that deadline, but I have been unwilling to push things back. There was already buffer time built into the schedule, and I figured it would be better to miss by a few days and adjust the schedule once I knew what the damage would actually be.

Unfortunately, life caught up with me the last few weeks. In a good way, thankfully, but my work did get significantly held up. As a result, I find myself having to release an updated schedule.

To put it simply, I have pushed Inking and Penciling back a month. Since I am also going to be working on assembly as I go, I have reduced the Post-Production working window to 15 days.

This also means that the final date of completion is unchanged. I still intend to finish the book by 12/1/2019, or at least to give it my best effort. I really want to finish this book before the end of the year, and I won’t throw that towel in until I absolutely have to.

I hate pushing back deadlines, but I’d rather give you all a good product late than a subpar one on time. Thank you all for your support, for holding me accountable, and for just being awesome.

Rock on, guys, and never stop drawing.

HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY! BWHComics Newsletter 7/4/2019

7/4/2019

Greetings and salutations!

Happy 4th of July! Without any further ado, let’s begin!

Recently Released

CosPain #103: Biohazard
(Hi-Res Patron Version) CosPain #104: Introvert Booth

Upcoming Events

Otakon 2019: July 26-28, 2019, Washington, D.C.
SaikouCon 2019: August 3-4, 2019, White Haven, PA
Matsuricon 2019: August 16-18, 2019, Columbus, OH
WV Pop Culture Con: September 7th-8th 2019, Morgantown, WV

If you know of any events that are accepting artists, let me know!

Livestreams

Thank you to everyone who tuned into my last livestream! The replays will go up this upcoming week.

If you’re interested in seeing them as they come out, the best way is to follow my YouTube channel, or my Twitch channel if you want to join in on the livestreams, well, live!

Goodreads Giveaway

I'm giving away 100 Kindle editions of The Letters of the Devil through Goodreads! I know many of you already own a copy of my book, but if you don't, this could be your chance to get a free copy! And even if you do have one already, you could really help me out by spreading the word.

The contest runs until July 29th. To sign up, click here.

Backburner Party

So I mentioned a few newsletters back that I was planning a backburner party. I even listed a date, which happens to be this Sunday. Unfortunately, I have to postpone the event for now. Ironically, I just don’t have time right now. Letters is at a critical stage and requires too much attention.

I’m currently planning to reschedule it for this coming Fall, when things calm down a bit more. I’ll keep you all posted!

The Letters of the Devil II

Inking has picked up significantly, as I had hoped it would. I was able to knock out 12.5 pages in a single day last week! I’m still considering pushing back the deadline, but for now, I’m keeping it as-is.

Wrap-Up

And with that, this newsletter is at an end! I’ve got a cookout to go to.

If you want to support my work further, please visit my online store. I also have Patreon and Ko-Fi accounts if those are more your speed.

Rock on, guys, and never stop drawing.

Goodreads Book Giveaway: The Letters of the Devil

7/1/2019

Goodreads Book Giveaway

The Letters of the Devil by Ben Wright-Heuman

The Letters of the Devil

by Ben Wright-Heuman

Giveaway ends July 29, 2019.

See the giveaway details at Goodreads.