by Troy-Jeffrey Allen

Within the realm of comics, the 1990s are known for being the era of the superstar artist. Among the big name pencilers of the decade, Erik Larsen’s name is likely to come up in that conversation. But even the heavyweights of that time had to start somewhere…

Art by Mike Choi

Interview by Troy-Jeffrey Allen

Similar to the main character in his new comic Moths (APR211507), artist Mike Choi’s purpose seems to be bringing beauty into the world. From his career-changing stint on Marvel’s X-Men titles to extensive work with Top Cow — regardless of the subject matter, Choi’s visual style has always had an elegance to it that is unmistakable. Now, after a lengthy hiatus from interior comic art, Choi is gracing not just the cover of AWA Studio’s Moths, but the inside pages as well.

In the following spotlight, the artist fills us in on…

SPAWN creator Todd McFarlane has officially announced the SPAWN UNIVERSE! But what does that entail and what other creators are along for the ride. In this exclusive interview, PWW Live host Troy-Jeffrey Allen talks with “The Toddfather” about this new universe, and more! Watch below and find out more about the Spawn Universe after the video.

Image Comics’ President Todd McFarlane announced his bold attempt at creating his own multi-character, interconnected comic book universe. …

My name is Troy-Jeffrey Allen and I am the co-writer of FIGHT OF THE CENTURY — a comic mini-series for people who love martial arts movies and comeback stories. Let me give you a quick walkthrough…

In the wake of his passing last October, the true-life story of MF DOOM (real name: Daniel Dumile) has been the topic of many articles online. However, Dumile was a notoriously private person, and his MF DOOM persona underlined his need to separate the man and the myth. The six-page comic titled “ALL CAPS” intends to simultaneously honor the man behind the mask, as well as the mask itself, by emphasizing his message: modern hip hop has become too obsessed with the superficial and is not focused enough on the sound. Writer Troy-Jeffrey Allen and artist Smack! …

Art by Ben Perkins

Interview by Troy-Jeffrey Allen

Throughout my travels on the Internet, I frequently stumble upon an artist that makes me pause and go, “Oh my damn…that’s good.” Seriously, it’s often criminal how many under-appreciated, flat-out dynamite artists are floating around on the Internet — showcasing their amazing depictions of superheroes, movie monsters, anime icons, and the like. Fortunately for them, nerds never get tired of discovering a new artist on their timelines. So let’s add another to the mix, eh?

Originally published February 27, 2021.

Interview by Troy-Jeffrey Allen

We’re at the final days of Black History Month. But February’s passing does not mean there isn’t more work to be done. More Black voices to be heard. More Black creative minds for you to discover. Like Joe Illidge.

Illidge’s background in comics stretches back to the ’90s at DC Comics. There he functioned as a writer-editor. First at Milestone (on titles like Static Shock) and later on the Bat-Family of titles (Batman, Batgirl, Batman Beyond, etc.). He’s worn similar hats at several major publishers (most recently Heavy Metal Magazine) and…

My name is Troy-Jeffrey Allen and I am the writer of an upcoming, unauthorized MF DOOM tribute comic. Called “ALL CAPS,” the short is a visual interpretation of the MF DOOM sound. Daniel Dumile may be gone, but his MF DOOM lives on. This is the true story of the super-villain determined to beat the world.