Comments on: Comic Foundry hits stands this week

By: JonRob

JonRob — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 22:56:03 +0000

It looks just like a comics version of Blender. Especially the yellow ‘tape’ reverses and that font. If it has the same attitude as Blender then no bad thing.
Wizard has a good sense of humour but is way too beholden to ‘those two’.
This looks different. By managing a cover that isnt just Wolverine/Cap America/Batman art OR an actor as a comic character deserve some recognition.
Hope it works.

By: Alexa

Alexa — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 03:36:08 +0000

I dunno, it reminds me a lot of Geek Magazine.

By: Christopher Moonlight

Christopher Moonlight — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 03:13:48 +0000

Oh, just one more time! SEX

By: Jimmie Robinson

Jimmie Robinson — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 00:37:01 +0000

Uhm… looking at it again, though… a new logo design would help it even more. The one shown above has a bit of Teenage Magazine look to it.

By: Jimmie Robinson

Jimmie Robinson — Tue, 21 Aug 2007 00:33:21 +0000

The word, “sex’ is mentioned only once, so what’s with the mirage “sex” that you folks are posting? Are we all so brainwashed by the packaging – which mimics so many other sex-crazed rags?

I think it’s fine – especially coming right out the gate they need to look different, and yet look open to new readers.

Also, thumbs up for pictures of real people and not huge muscle / T&A comic art.
I think they’re treading a fine line, splitting hairs and all that. I’ll give them a chance. I say the more bridges to expand the medium the better.

By: CBrown

CBrown — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 22:46:13 +0000

One should also note that you can still see its original online version to get an idea of what it’ll be like. I assume the print magazine will follow the online model in terms of content.

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Mon, 20 Aug 2007 21:40:25 +0000

[...] – New comics magazine THE COMIC FOUNDRY hits shelves this week. (The Beat) [...]

By: Tommy Raiko

Tommy Raiko — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 21:23:08 +0000

I picked up a copy at San Diego and found it to be a bit of fun. It’s certainly not MAXIM-like. If I had to liken it to anything, it would be the old SPY magazine: irreverent and a bit smart-alecky, but with an underlying affection for their subject. I don’t know if that makes it “Wizard With Brains” or “Comics Journal Without Smugness,” but I think the magazine’s definitely got potential. It’s got some problems, too (for instance, it’s entirely black & white, and so much of its content would be better served by full-color if they can ever afford to make the switch) but Comic Foundry is certainly worth judging on more than its cover.

By: Scramble Network

Scramble Network — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 21:21:32 +0000

Geez people, it says SEX once on the cover: and the byline is “What your comics say about you,” so I’m pretty sure it’s not just a bunch of Emma Frost pinups. And it’s not like the cover model is wearing a bikini. This is a pretty far cry from Maxim-looking.

I’m pretty excited about this mag, because they’re right about the audience. It would be nice to have something in the middle.

By: Mark Engblom

Mark Engblom — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 20:31:01 +0000

Wow. That cover’s about at dull as it gets.

By: Christopher Moonlight

Christopher Moonlight — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 20:13:59 +0000

SEX

By: Alan Coil

Alan Coil — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 20:02:24 +0000

I pre-ordered one from my shop. I’m always willing to give new things a chance.

By: Malus

Malus — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 18:54:43 +0000

I’ll have to see the whole thing, but not so enthusiastic about that cover.
Then again, it should really stand out in the average comics shop. Anyone know what kind of initial orders this mag got? There’s no question I’ll have to get a copy mail order where I live.
If any shops out there actually ordered 3 or 4 shelf copies, I’d love to know how it tracks after a few weeks of shelf time.

By: CBrown

CBrown — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 18:40:06 +0000

I wish them luck. I’ll take a look at the first issue. I saw their little preview at MOCCA which seemed to just have the fluffy bits. I don’t mind the fluffy bits as long as it’s balanced with something more substantive. I would pay money for a magazine that’s Wizard With Brains, or a Comics Journal Without Smugness. And at least they’re sexing it up with photos of real women, instead of T&A drawings of fictional women.

By: Rakarich

Rakarich — Mon, 20 Aug 2007 18:17:37 +0000

I’ll pick it up to flip through it at my LCS. If it is “maxim-like”, it’s not for me then. If it is honest comic journalism (investigative articles exposing myths and rumors of the industry) then it’s up my alley.

Basically, “real & gritty” is what I’m looking for, not glossy “vacant” articles.

I wish them the best with their endeavor.