Laces Out Trading Card Logo

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On December 19, 2023

jim mcmahon

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On December 17, 2023

Gritty by AKAPAD – Computer Colors

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On December 17, 2023

Continuing my exploration as a Philadelphia-based illustrator, I find myself compelled to delve into the enigmatic world of Gritty—an embodiment of irreverence and undoubtedly the most impactful professional sports mascot of the modern era. Every facet of this riotous, orange ball of terror presents a unique artistic challenge, with complexities that defy easy solutions. From […]

The Philly Phanatic by AKAPAD – Computer Colors

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On December 17, 2023

Embarking on the journey to encapsulate the essence of the Philadelphia Phanatic within the confines of my artistic expression has been an enlightening yet challenging endeavor. My commitment to infusing life into this celebrated character led me to develop a distinctive approach to digital coloring, a technique I playfully refer to as the “cereal box […]

Let’s talk about the John Cassaday X-Force cover / drama

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On December 12, 2023

#623 – Blue Beetle

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On December 2, 2023

James Gunn has excitingly revealed that DC’s Blue Beetle will take the lead in the inaugural episode of the upcoming DC Universe series. Eagerly diving into this cinematic experience, AKAPAD the Film Buff approaches the Blue Beetle movie with an open heart and keen eyes. Could this mark the dawn of a much larger narrative […]

Seth Rogen and Tales of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On November 28, 2023

It’s no secret that I’ve given the latest animated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles feature film, titled Mutant Mayhem, a shot. I was there right when it hit Paramount+, and despite making multiple attempts, I struggled to get through it. The stumbling block, I believe, lies in the heavy emphasis on the “Teenage” aspect of the […]

I RANDOMLY READ CAPTAIN MARVEL

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On November 25, 2023

PROOF MARVEL HAS DESTROYED THE X-MEN

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On November 21, 2023

You had to be a regular X-Men reader to know the hopes and dreams set up by Uncanny X-Men 341. Why? Because we were given a rise of an unlikely character into something beyond your imagination. CANNONBALL Uncanny X-Men #341Feb, 1997Writer: Scott Lobdell Penciler: Joe Madueria

#621 – Invincible for THANKSFLICKING

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On November 20, 2023

2006’s Invincible introduced AKAPAD The Film Buff to the idea if a film needs to be great to be a well-directed movie. This thought is something not in any film conversation at all. Because of Invincible we now have to ask if only the great films are attached to the great directors. AKAPAD the FILM […]