Yes, I do take home commissions. In these times of immediate reward, though, One will experience patience, in order to get a piece. There IS a list...

Hi there,

Those of you who were at the show in Charlotte know what a treat this one is, for both artists and fans alike! I've heard some complaints on the internet, about professionals not making enough money this year, and frankly, I am not part of those who do it for that. I do it to meet people. New faces, old friends, new friends... drawing books is a business. you buy a copy to get entertained, but you buy it in the first place, and it keeps the business going, more or less. These shows are more an opportunity to meet with the creative temas behind those books and share our mutual passion for the medium, for the stories and concepts that have been a part in our formative years, and beyond it, that keep on entertaining the kid in us.

There are many other ways to make money and just that. but those gathering, where you share so much more, they are priceless.

Now back to work, to make some money.

Best,

S.

See you guys at Big Wow this week end!
Sketch list starts on Saturday morning! Don't be late to register and you'll get your sketch done during those two days!

Hi Guys,

Some changes ahead... Slowly, not letting go of what the fans know me for, certainly not... but a change for 2013 and forward, for sure.

A new sketchbook is in the works. It'll be ready for C2E2. And a few more changes in where to find my work and how to commission art from me.

Keep an eye on this page, guys. And the tweets. And Instagram... Just sayin'.

I have been experimenting lately, with going back to acrylics, watercolors, pencils and pastels.

I am not quitting on using Digital coloring, though. I'll be able to show more new stuff soon.

Best,

S.

Hi Everyone,

NYCC approaching so I'd thought I'd post a reminder.

I'll be in Artist Alley, table E10, signing anf sketching if you want to drop by and say hi.

In case people are interested in commissioning stuff from me, you can inquire at frenchbulldogstudio@hotmail.com.

Best,

S.

I can finally show the covers for the Boom Studios title I have been working on for some time now!

SUPURBIA! or as I like to call it ... Desperate Superhero Housewives!

It is lots of fun! These covers and the other title I am doing covers on, for Boom again. Freelancers. I was kept busy with a few Star Wars Agent of the Empire: Hard Targets!
and those two.

There is also a few other things I have been doing for DC, Phantom Lady and Doll man covers, after Amanda Conner's awesome first! and a couple of assignments I am not at leisure to talk about just now. But of course, I'll keep you posted as soon as I can!

Shawusomshitsoon!

S.

Hi all,

Heroescon in a few days and a bunch of other conventions this summer...

For years now people have been commenting on the fact that my commissions where usually worth more than the price I had them at. I understand it is an investment to a lot of people and a lot of greenbacks to pull out for anyone these days. But I am aware more and more that the quality is here, nevertheless. So I decided to upgrade the rates for con sketches, and commissions in general. I always dedicate my best skills for those, art collectors and fans alike have vouched for it over the years, so I thought it wouldn't seem awkward to do this after two years without upraising prices on my original art.

This Preamble being done. Here is the new price rate for con sketches:

- 11X14  "Con sketch type" bust -Brush pen strathmore is $150

- 11X14  "Con sketch type" bust - pen and greytone markers on strathmore is $250

- 11X14 " con sketch type " full figure black and white pen on strathmore is $350

- 11X14  "Con sketch type" full figure commission - pen and greytone markers on white Strathmore - is $550

I take the opportunity to remind anyone interested being on a list at conventions: the list for requests starts first hour of the show, first day of the show. NO pre-registering on a list.

Feel free to drop by and get your original con sketch!

Best and see you soon at C2E2!

S.

Hi all,

Major update and information on this entry. Issue # 5 is under completion as I type and it was extremely sastisfying to work on it! That final chapter in particular, had everything an star wars artist can hope for: favorite classic trilogy characters, action, sexy girl, action, spaceships, cloud city, action, droids... Did I mention action? Cataclysmic action!!!


Getting to the end of this story arc and after going thru the validation process by the owner of the license, I can officially say some of the covers are available for purchase. For those interested, please inquire at frenchbulldogstudio@hotmail.com


there is a special folder here to get a quick look at what the original art looks like, so please feel free to take the tour.

On that note, I am going to put the final touches to the pages, get back to a short but fun assigniment - images soon - and maybe work on some promotional art for the TPB on that Agent of The Empire book.

Best,

S.

Hi guys,

As I said, Issue #2 is  behind. I won't be on # 3 ans 4, bit will conclude the arc with issue # 5. It's another Stephane who is doing those, and he's delivering a great job!

I managed to sneak in a few comissions in between assignments, therefore catching up on my list. It's going well under way.

I'll be spending the holidays in France, with Family and friends! Can't wait to do that!

Thank you again for all the comments on my art, to all the fans during all this year. I hope I'll keep you interested in the year to come and that you'll keep following my work on covers and interiors!

May the force be with you!

S.

Hi all,

The Star Wars book keeps me really busy, to the point I can barely find time for commissions, or updates here... or anywhere else, for that matter!

Simply know that I have a new blog that keeps updates on the book I am working on. It's called the French Wookiee Blog. How NOT surprising, right?

Here is the [link]

And I though I might as well post here the first cover, too. You'll find more extras on the blog though, work in progress, sketches designs... everything I need to figure out to mae this book look great!

It is right up my favorite period of time in the Star Wars Saga: around a New Hope and beyond. Love the 70's look to things, clothes,  ship designs... that lkinda stuff. Trying to inject it in the book. Hope it'll work.

The book will hit shelves in December.

And on that  note, back to the drawing table!

Best,

S.

Hi Guys...
Sad news I am afraid: I am not attending Baltimore Comic Con. Flight delayed from 7 am to 11:50 pm got the best of me, not to mention it was cancelled in the end. my apollogies to the promoters, the fans, and collectors. and friends. Was so looking forward to attend. Those with commissions pending, please contact me thru Frenchbulldogstudio email. I am so bummed...

... Mauru'u ru,  and Arigato!

To everyone who wished me here a happy Bday! Being away from home could have made it hard but getting all this messages warmed my heart. Thank you!

It was a busy day, working on the Star Wars title, Agent of the Empire, coming at in December! Can't show anything right now, but the happy few who've seen something seem to like it. Fingers crossed. Only when I am not drawing!

Anyhoo, thanks again, to all of you guys, you are awesome!

S.

San Diego's over and I am getting ready for Baltimore!

Always good to meet with the fans! San Diego was no exception to the rule! New fans, kids and adults alike. Altogether very nice people.

Can't wait to meet the ones that couldn't make it to SDCC this year, but who will be in Baltimore!

Hope you - yeah, you - can make it there!

I am back on the pages for the Star Wars: Agent Of The Empire, too. Lots of details in these, I am having a ball!

The book will be out in Decn from Dark Horse, hope I can show some pencils before then.

Best,

From the French Wookiee

IT'S OFFICIAL! Olivier COIPEL, Mark BROOKS and Stéphane ROUX at SDCC '11 BOOTH 4403! BOOTH 4403! BOOTH 4403,DA PLACE TA BE!!! ' Nuff said, excelsior, arrosoir and all that crap...

All four sketchbooks will be available there. " Croissant " , " Café " , " Junglesketchbook " , " Spacegirls "! Plus a new exclusive Print , to be determined later. Of course, you will hear about it soon enough!

best,

S.

Hey everybody!

Heroes Con was a blast! I had such a great time meeting fans, long time and new ones, hanging out with buddies... At the auction - always a fun moment - or after hours.

I am back in France and back to work, delivering my first Agent of the Empire cover. That will soon be released in the usual preview magazines and websites. Keep your eyes opened!

I am back to work, as i said, but won't show much until it's out. Most of the things you'll see here will be commissions that are pending on my home list.

Will be back soon!

Hi guys,

I'll be attending Heroescon 2011 form June 3 to 5, and drawing commissions there.

No pre con list, so again, don't ask. I'll be doing the usual commission rate for BW/Greytones copic markers.

Watch for the New Sketchbook " Café " that will be out for the first time there! For those who can't attend, check the website below, to order yours.

Ah... to think some will probably buy them on EBAY Four times the actual price...



Anyhoo, if you are in Charlotte, drop by and say hi!

If you can't, pay us a visit at [frenchbulldogstudio@hotmail.com] And we'll see what we can do for ya!

Finally moved to a bigger place, which means more chores,especially with all the appliancess to unpack, the furniture to put together, the boxes to open the clothes to store and stuff. Everything, in terms of commissions, has temporarily been put on the side, just so you know.
I have to catch up on pages first, and then get back to the commissions. All the pre-commissioned for HeroesCon should be done by then.

Catch you later!

S

That's it!

I started the pencils on " Agent of the Empire ", the new STAR WARS book for Dark Horse. It's awesome! The story, written by John Ostrander,  is so much fun to draw. I just finished the thumbnails for the opening sequence and I can't wait to get into it for real on the final pages. I will not be inking, but the inker I should get will provide the quality the book deserves. Can't just say right now, there are still talks about it.

I am on an uber tight schedule on those pencils, so my apologies if I don't answer to the nice comments on my work you guys keep posting.

There will be soon news as to my upcoming sketchbookS. Yes,  " S ", as in " three of them "! The Junglesketchbook is going thru publication again, there will be a new one with Spacegirls only, and the next Opus of my Pentalogy: " Café "! All good stuff from the different commissions and sketches, you fans were kind enough to commission from me.

Now I am going back to work, Wish me good fortune, I'll try to give it my best, as you know!

Cheers!

S.

Hi all!

I'll be attending indeed. No pre done commissions, so don't ask.

Sketchlist starts during the first ten minutes after opening. And there'll be enough spots for everyone.

I'll have a few prints for sale too and original art, like Zatanna pages of issue number 3 and 12.

Feel free to drop by and say hi!

Best,

S.