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Fanboy Toolbooth Episode 6 is up!

Started Jan 27, 2011

FANBOY TOLLBOOTH podcast
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Gideon Media Arts Conference at Ridgecrest Conference Center, Asheville, NC

August 6, 2011 to August 11, 2011
It's not too late to register for the Gideon Media Arts Conference, especially if you live in the Eastern US. While it covers many aspects of media (workshops will include film, novels, and digital media) Ken Raney, Roland Mann, and I will be sharing workshops about creating comics. So not only can you learn from a very experienced editor and writer and a highly skilled artist and perhaps maybe even get something from me . . . but you will get the chance to network with many Christian creatives…See More
Aug 1, 2011
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Fanboy Toolbooth Episode 6 is up!

In our sixth episode, we discuss the X-Men -- what we like, what we don't, and why we think it's stuck around.It's a fun episode. You can join the discusion by going to our blog: http://fanboytollbooth.comOr you can"LIKE" us on Facebook. (Please like us . . . we're needy! And nerdy! :) )Or you can do both!If you like what you hear . .…See More
Jan 27, 2011
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FANBOY TOLLBOOTH podcast

What do Mike Kunkel, Eric Merced, a supervillain who is a wanna be comic book writer, Ben Avery, Steve MacDonald, Jeremy Zehr, Sylvester Stallone, and Pee Wee Herman have in common?The Fanboy Tollbooth podcast! That's what!Here's the link: http://fanboytollbooth.com/Here's the pitch: Ben, Steve, and Jeremy talk comics, movies, and more . . . with added segments like Professor Negatron's comic book reviews, Kids Love Comics (comic book "reviews" by…See More
Oct 28, 2010
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The Way of the Writer

On my blog, Myth-Understanding, one of the things I do is write a section called "The Way of the Writer", which is meant to be a collection of musings about storytelling and encouragement for the creative artist.Here's a link.The most recent post was about writer's block. There's a "forumla" for creating compelling stories. Inspirational quotes. That sort of thing.These postings come from my 10 years of…See More
Sep 17, 2010
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Gideon Media Arts Conference at Near Asheville, NC

June 3, 2010 to June 8, 2010
Media Arts Conference that covers filmmaking, writing, radio, TV, Graphic Novels, etc. Graphic Novels faculty includes Ben Avery, Mike Maihack, Ken Raney (Clash), and Art Ayris (President of Kingstone Comics). This Holy Spirit anointed conference emphasizes using our gifts for the Lord and His Kingdom. Please pray about attending.
Jun 6, 2010
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Update from the Gideon Media Arts Conference!

Last year, I met the client who gave me most of my freelance employment while here at the Gideon Arts Media Conference.This year, I'm here with him again, and there's some interesting comic book news going on.First, Ken Raney is here. He's the head of the comic book track. He and I taught a seminar on a brief overview of the comic book medium and another seminar about how to script comics. (I taught a seminar about how to adapt other media into comics by myself as well.) Ken Raney is the…See More
Jun 6, 2010
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Gideon Media Arts Conference and Film Festival

Hey, everybody. I just wanted to drop a note here to tell you about the upcoming Gideon Conference.The Gideon Conference is for writers, film makers, musicians, and artists . . . and I know if you're reading this you fall into one of those categories . . .It is a chance to find education about your craft, inspiration for your faith, and encouragement as you merge the two. Last year, I found the conference to be an edifying and recharging experience.This year, as with last year, I will be…See More
May 21, 2010
Ben Avery posted a blog post

Gideon Media Arts Conference

Hey, Christian creators! Want to give a boost to your storytelling game? Want to fellowship and talk shop with other Christian creatives? Want to get a chance to meet with some Christian comic book creators, novelists, screenwriters, musicians, and film makers?I'm talking about The Gideon Media Arts conference.The Gideon was started to give Christians who are interested in themedia arts a place to encourage their talents, a venue to…See More
Apr 7, 2010

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The Way of the Writer

Posted on September 17, 2010 at 6:57am 3 Comments

On my blog, Myth-Understanding, one of the things I do is write a section called "The Way of the Writer", which is meant to be a collection of musings about storytelling and encouragement for the creative artist.




The most recent post was about writer's block. There's a "forumla" for creating compelling stories. Inspirational quotes. That sort…
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Update from the Gideon Media Arts Conference!

Posted on June 6, 2010 at 6:33am 0 Comments

Last year, I met the client who gave me most of my freelance employment while here at the Gideon Arts Media Conference.


This year, I'm here with him again, and there's some interesting comic book news going on.


First, Ken Raney is here. He's the head of the comic book track. He and I taught a seminar on a brief overview of the comic book medium and another seminar about how to script comics. (I taught a seminar about how to adapt…
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Gideon Media Arts Conference

Posted on April 7, 2010 at 9:08am 1 Comment

Hey, Christian creators! Want to give a boost to your storytelling game? Want to fellowship and talk shop with other Christian creatives? Want to get a chance to meet with some Christian comic book creators, novelists, screenwriters, musicians, and film makers?



I'm talking about The Gideon Media Arts conference.



The Gideon was started to give Christians who are interested in the media arts a place to…
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WebComics.CC: Spotlighting awesome all ages webcomics!!!

Posted on September 20, 2009 at 1:39pm 0 Comments

WebComics.cc is the webcomcic arm of Community Comics.



Our mission is to present and promote awesome webcomics for all ages.



We've recently changed how we're doing this, and I wanted to tell you all about it.



Webcomic Wednesday is a list that we will be posting every Wednesday. The list will give links to recently updated webcomics.



Sunday Spotlight is where we will take the time to shine a light on… Continue

Ace of Diamonds -- some new pages and a regular schedule

Posted on August 5, 2009 at 3:00pm 2 Comments

My webcomic (Ace of Diamonds, a "remix" comic using artwork from an old public domain western called Balck Diamond Western, but with rewritten dialogue and plot by me) is still going strong.



Currently, every Wednesday and Friday, a new Ace of Diamond page will be posted.



So far, I am up to page 11:



http://aceofdiamondscomic.blogspot.com/



The first page is here:…



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At 1:17pm on July 13, 2010, David Duarte said…
Thanks for the add! I'll check out your work and I hope you see mine too!
At 8:02pm on September 23, 2009, Joe Chiappetta said…
Thanks so much for adding me to your list!
At 7:45am on July 14, 2009, Jason Fabok said…
Ben, you have been an inspiration to me for a while now, and a driving factor in my dreams to pursue a career in art ( and hopefully comics) and knowing you can do it for the Lord. Keep up the great work!
At 7:06am on March 26, 2009, Earnest Graham said…
Hi Ben,

I saw that you are one of the speakers at the Gideon Festival. I may be able to make it for one or two days (not Sunday), and I was wondering what you would recommend to go to, and which days they would be happening. I am interested in the Graphic Novels discussions, writing graphic novels, webcomics, and the session on starting an anthology.
Thanks,

Earnest
At 8:11pm on February 16, 2009, Chris Well said…
Hi, Ben - I'm back!

This is the week that Erica's and my new comic strip officially launches! Check out my CCAS blog for links and previews.

Hope you've been having a lovely Presidents' Day - God bless!
At 11:44am on February 6, 2009, Chris Well said…
Hi, Ben! Check out my CCAS blog for the latest preview of Erica's and my new serial, Best Mann For The Job!

:)

Have a great weekend - God bless!

"Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits: who forgives all your iniquities; who heals all your diseases ..."
-- Psalm 103:2
At 5:13pm on January 31, 2009, Charles said…
God bless you Ben, and may His hand be upon you and your family.
At 12:51pm on January 21, 2009, Chris Well said…
Hi, Ben - check out my CCAS blog for info about the new comic strip that Erica and I are starting. It's our first crime fiction series together!
At 11:19am on November 27, 2008, Scott A. Shuford said…
HI Ben,

Happy Thanksgiving! Good to see you here. Long time no chat. :)
I'm one of the new Board members. I wanted to stop in and say thanks for being involved with CCAS! If you have any input or would like to be involved with anything in particular, please let me and Eric Jansen (Membership Coordinator for CCAS) know by contacting us both through the site. We'll be making several announcements in the coming weeks, so stay tuned. To see a bit more about me, check out my profile here on the site. I'm looking forward to getting to know you better.


At Your Service,

Scott A. Shuford
www.frontgatemedia.com
CCAS Board Member 2008-2010


Consider the words of C.S. Lewis:
"If there lurks in most modern minds the notion that to desire our own good and to earnestly hope for the enjoyment of it is a bad thing, I suggest that this notion has crept in from Kant and the Stoics and is no part of the Christian faith. Indeed, if we consider the unblushing promises of reward and the staggering nature of the rewards promised in the Gospels, it would seem that our Lord finds our desires, not too strong, but too weak. We are half-hearted creatures, fooling around with drink and sex and ambition when infinite joy is offered us, like an ignorant child who wants to go on making mud pies in a slum because he cannot imagine what is meant by the offer of a holiday at sea. We are far too easily pleased."
At 11:23am on November 18, 2008, Carl Borg said…
Greetings, Benjamin...
 
 
 

CCAS at Comic-Con

The 'Spirituality in Comics' Panel from San Diego Comic-Con 2011

In comics, movies, and even Broadway musicals like “The Book Of Mormon”, spiritual themed work seems to be unexpectedly coming from the least religious of sources.

Panelists including SERGIO CARIELLO (The Action Bible), RUSSELL DALTON (Marvelous Myths: Marvel Superheroes and Everyday Faith), BUZZ DIXON (Serenity/Hits & Misses), and MIKE SHIELDS (Blue Blazes) discuss how a new generation of comics and pop culture are exploring timeless truths and also address the question “Is Mass Media Our New Church?”

Welcome to the Christian Comic Arts Society (CCAS) Online Network!

Did you know that CCAS has monthly meetings in the Los Angeles area? Contact Eric Jansen for more info!

 

Also, members of CCAS have produced the APAzine ALPHA-OMEGA for over 25 years!  We have about five openings right now!  Contact Eric Jansen for more info!  (This is a 30-member active-participation-only photocopied magazine for Christian writers and artists who submit a "trib" every other month for fun, fellowship, and critiques by other members.  Between postage and your photocopying costs, you might pay anywhere from $5 to $25 per issue.)

 

Your current Board of Directors includes Eric Jansen (Secretary,)  and Kevin Yong (Treasurer.)  Both have served as President of the L.A. CCAS chapter.  Kevin is also the Assistant Central Mailer for ALPHA-OMEGA.  Also on the Board are Scott A. Shuford (Vice President) and Geoff Strout (Webmaster.)

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