Today we’d like to introduce you to Shawn Crystal.
Shawn, please share your story with us. How did you get to where you are today?
I always dreamed of drawing comic books for Marvel and DC Comics. I worked tirelessly and stayed focused. My work paid off, and I am now living my dream of being a professional comic book artist.
Great, so let’s dig a little deeper into the story – has it been an easy path overall and if not, what were the challenges you’ve had to overcome?
No, not at all. It’s been a really tough road. Its been a lifetime journey. Trying to break in was extremely difficult, only to be matched by trying to stay in. There were many times where I started to doubt myself. Many times where I wondered if I was being unrealistic, too much of a dreamer.
Many times where I felt like I’d never make it. BUT, I did, and I am. The struggles don’t go away, they continue. I stay focused and positive. I work hard and try my best to enjoy the journey. I’ve learned that there is no destination.
We’d love to hear more about what you do.
I am a professional comic book artist. I have worked for Marvel Comics on such titles as Deadpool, X-Men, Scarlet Witch and Guardians of the Galaxy. I have also worked for DC Comics on such titles at Batman and Mother Panic.
I also host a podcast (Inkpulp Audio- on iTunes, Spotify, and Patreon) where I interview other creative and eclectic professionals and talk about how to survive this crazy lifestyle.
I am known for my style of drawing and inking. A blocky/cartoony style with signature dry brush ink line.
What moment in your career do you look back most fondly on?
Working on Batman, and my soon to be released X-men book, “X-Men-Black: Juggernaut.”
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.essentialsequential.com/Shawn-Crystal_c_1192.html
- Email: inkpulpshawn@me.com
- Instagram: @inkpulp
- Facebook: @inkpulp
- Twitter: @inkpulp
- Yelp: https://www.patreon.com/inkpulp
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