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Today's episode is indeed a conversation with Sam Weber and I (Swain) am really geeked that we finally got a chance to speak with him. Sam and I have traded emails for over a year now and in that time I've connected with his work in a big way.
I, like Sam, Dwight and many others, started off loving comic art and eventually broadened my scope to include other areas of the visual arts. Fine art, illustration, animation, concept art, etc. Sam's work today reflects many of his influences, not least of which, his earnest love of comic books.
I'm sure I stumbled across one of his paintings on The Art Department blog (one of the best damn art resources on the planet) and pretty much fell right away. Later, I realized he was the same guy doing those covers for Vertigo's House of Mystery that I loved.
Sam is an illustrator by trade, but often times gets asked to lecture and share with students. He's spoken at his Alma Mater in Canada, The Alberta College of Art and Design, done a workshop here in Atlanta at SCAD, and was a part of the recent Art Out Loud 6 experience in NYC. Art Out Loud featured him and a few other folks you may know (all of this stuff is covered in our talk, by the way).
Visit Sam's site, ogle his images and prepare for amazement—the man's got something to show you. Oh, and enjoy the interview, too!
**Yes, that's a reference to the great Dr. Seuss in the title—one of my all time favorite writers.
Pic above by Irene Gallo.
Big sam weber fan so I enjoyed this episode quite a bit. Loving what you guys are doing here, the studio gets lonely and sidebar really helps alleviate that. Cant believe I haven't commented before since Ive worked my way through most of your archives.
(Swain re: Thanks for the compliments and ears, kind sir, glad to be of service. By the way, is this THE Kenny Callicutt?)
Posted by: Kenny Callicutt | January 26, 2010 at 21:04
"Sidebar Super Heroes Strike Again!" :P
Once again, you guys have made an amazing impact with your enthusiasm and love of art and pop culture, not to mention your excellent podcasting skills.
Sam has got to be one of my favorite artists working today and I've been waiting for a professional interview with him. You guys did a tremendous job. Many thanks to Dwight, Swain, and Sam!
(Re: Hey Shawn thanks sir, we aim to please, glad you like it!-D)
Posted by: shawn | January 27, 2010 at 07:15
Re Swain:
Hahaha. Yes, it is indeed THE Kenny Callicutt, owner of the size 14 foot that played a small role in George's epic revenge. A friend turned me onto sidebar with a "you are now internet famous" email and a link to the episodes.
(Re:LOL The internet is a very small place isnt it,I thought that was you. Your art work is quite nice too man, kudos and thanks for speaking up like a champ!~D)
Posted by: Kenny Callicutt | January 27, 2010 at 09:41
What a great illustrator! And, very nice interview, too. It's so great to hear someone be so down-to-earth about his work. To know that he's nervous, too.. it really helps. His work is an inspiration and so are his words!
Thanks, guys, for this great interview, and Sam, if you're watching, you're totally awesome!
Posted by: Erin | January 28, 2010 at 02:10
Hi guys. I've been waiting ages to hear from Sam Weber. And you guys do a superb job, you're always on the mark with relevant questions and just general flow of the conversations. He's such a humble person, and no doubt a talented artist. Would just like you guys to know that I'm starting graphic design/illustration at college in 2 weeks, in large part thanks to you guys- shedding light on the great minds and personalities behind the great works. Dwight & Swain, a gargauntuan thank you from me.
Cheers guys, keep up the fantastic work.
(Swain re: Mark, thanks for all the kind words and compliments. We try our best to make the show fun and informative---not always in that order!
Yeah, Sam is a real talent for sure. Awesome at his craft and he shared lots in the interview that, we think, a young artist needed to hear.
Also, the BEST of luck in art school! I'm sure you'll do great, dude. Take care!)
Posted by: Mark Chong | January 28, 2010 at 23:13
Sam is so well spoken, and modest, I could listen to him yammer all day.
Some one should make an Illustrator version of Tiger Beat just so we could put him on the cover.
Posted by: Dan | January 30, 2010 at 20:56