How Rob Liefeld and some trading cards taught me character design with some cheap 90s Trading Cards

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On March 5, 2022

Recently maybe every other week I’ve been meandering to Fat Jacks Comic Crypt to get a breather from my myRecently — maybe every other week — I’ve been meandering over to Fat Jack’s Comic Crypt to get a breather from my office. It’s already in Center City, about a 10-minute walk from where I work. […]

USAssassin VS Graveyard Shirt Cover Design – maybe my most one to figure out

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On February 24, 2022

Too often when you do the cover design that comprises of a remote team, zero Zoom meetings, and a PM directing traffic wires get crossed. But, this is the modern world and these are the issues you have to deal with as a professional. You lose time trying to do anything but the contrary and […]

StanUARY the annual Sketchbook Event – Clean Up Stream

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On February 23, 2022

We’re here, we’re done. With nearly 275 unique pieces of art, The World Sketchbook Champion is cleaning up some interior art while chatting about Stan “The Man” Lee. PETER A DELUCA AKAPD AKAPAD is a versatile thinker known across Philadelphia, Europe, and even in the vast Multiverse as The Electic One. By day, he excels […]

Holy Grail Box Break – WildStorm VS Marvel for tonight’s WildStorm Wednesday

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On February 23, 2022

After the 92′ Impel X-Men box break there is not another WildStorm Universe or talent-related trading card box as rare as this WildStorm VS Marvel. It’s disappointing that this set seems to waste two significant resources. 1) The incredible visual resources of Wildstorm Productions. 2) The incredible catalog of Marvel Universe characters. Expect a full […]

Black Panther – as we begin to close out our StanUARY Prompts

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On February 17, 2022

No one said Sketchbook Challenges were easy. But we are here one away from the finish line – however that does not mean we are through with the sketchbook………… PETER A DELUCA AKAPD AKAPAD is a versatile thinker known across Philadelphia, Europe, and even in the vast Multiverse as The Electic One. By day, he […]

Superman Platinum Box Break – Will this rank in my Top 10?

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On February 17, 2022

From what I can tell, this trading card set is clearly a masterpiece. However, we need to have a real look this is one of the few sets from this era that I’m not completely familiar with. Let’s get to it!!!! PETER A DELUCA AKAPD AKAPAD is a versatile thinker known across Philadelphia, Europe, and […]

#444 – Red Notice from Netflix is the first of a series (maybe)

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On February 14, 2022

The most wonderful aspect of streaming is a film like Red Notice can drop from the sky with zero promotion and be there. The lack of expectations adds to the viewing experience. ***Please excuse Peter when he refers to Gal Gadot as “Gale Gadot” he’s an idiot. AKAPAD’s AUDIO AUDACITY PODCAST · #444 – Red […]

Black Cobra – Comic Book Cover Layout

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On February 13, 2022

While pulling an all-nighter at the 9-5 I delved into another round of cover designs for Grok Comics. Black Cobra as a character has gained interest on social media platforms no doubt due to the character design and amazing cover illustration. Working on this gave me the itch to work on the character myself, maybe […]

The Remnant #3 Cover Design – from Grok Comics

Posted by PETER A DELUCA AKAPD
On February 3, 2022

PETER A DELUCA AKAPD AKAPAD is a versatile thinker known across Philadelphia, Europe, and even in the vast Multiverse as The Electic One. By day, he excels as an IT Mastermind, assisting individuals, both big and small, with a wide range of simple and complex solutions. In contrast, he is also a talented illustrator, a […]