The Short Story Mag that Wasn’t

Jacob — Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:46:00 +0000

In terms of failed projects, I sometimes wonder if I must have some kind of record when it comes to projects going nowhere. In early 2014, I was convinced that the short story magazine, which had been a popular format up until the 60’s, was due for a comeback. I’m a bit of a short story writer myself, and combined with cartoons and editorials, I thought that Sketchy Magazine would be a big hit. It wasn’t. Here is the cover for the very first issue:

You might also recognize the name, since I recorded 1 season worth of shows, with topics ranging from Star Wars to Cold Welding.

Take me to your Dealer

Jacob — Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:04:31 +0000

The Ace of Spies

Jacob — Tue, 21 May 2024 23:04:01 +0000

He’s the inspiration for James Bond. His name was Sydney Riley, also known as the Ace of Spies. After a failed attempt to kill Lenin, he becomes enemy #1 of the communists. He’s one of the characters for the Fontaine Mysteries.

Old Vehicle Studies

Jacob — Mon, 20 May 2024 12:52:43 +0000

For the series “The Fontaine Mysteries”, I did a number of studies for vehicles of the 1920’s.

King Phillip II of Macedon

Jacob — Thu, 16 May 2024 18:16:22 +0000

Before there was Alexander the Great, there was the legendary king who subdued all the Greeks (except the Spartans) and created the Hegemon! Could there be a cooler character for a video game?

A Bird Called Poe

Jacob — Wed, 15 May 2024 13:02:00 +0000

Poe is curious, independent, and very protective of Fontaine. He is not so much of a pet as he is a loyal and helpful companion.

Alexander Artwork (More)

Jacob — Tue, 14 May 2024 12:50:30 +0000

A couple of designs for the “Shining Force” inspired game I call “Alexander”, which is a historical fiction story focusing on the exploits of Alexander the Great.

Sci-Fi Series Artwork

Jacob — Fri, 10 May 2024 12:38:27 +0000

Sometimes, when you want to write a story, you have a character in mind even before the story is completely written. In this case, I haven’t even picked her name yet, and still I know everything about her. She is sexy, strong, but a little cold. She is missing an arm, the result of a war injury. She’s the captain of her own vessel, crewed by a ragtag team of misfits that just try and survive in a cruel Universe.

Alexander (Game) Artwork

Jacob — Thu, 09 May 2024 13:39:56 +0000

Over a decade ago, I had an idea for a video game. If you’ve ever played old school tactical RPG’s, then you might be familiar with a series called “Shining Force”. This charming little game was my introduction to the genre, and thanks to the power of nostalgia, I’ve always dreamed of making the ultimate tribute game.

I tend to also be a big fan of historical fiction. In my opinion, there’s no easier way to write compelling stories than by borrowing from the past. There are certain lives that stand out, and few are as remarkable as the subject of my story, Alexander the Great.

I’ll be posting more artwork in the coming days for this project. Be sure to check out the dedicated page on the site if you’d like more information.

The Fontaine Mysteries

Jacob — Wed, 08 May 2024 13:41:06 +0000

The period between the First and Second World War is an interesting time. IT’s also the setting for a story of mine, called “The Tsar’s Lost Treasure”. It’s a tribute to the adventure series like “Tintin” and “Spirou and Fantasio“, Belgium cartoons that had a big influence on my art.