Sunday, May 31, 2020

Winners of the 2020 SFWA Nebula Awards Announced

Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America have announced the winners for this year’s Nebula Awards for works first published in 2019, along with the winners of the Ray Bradbury and Andre Norton Awards.

Each year, the organization’s members vote on which stories they consider to be the best novel, novella, novelette, short story and Young Adult story in the genre, as well as the best outstanding dramatic presentation. This year also included a brand new award for Game Writing.

Originally scheduled to take place in Woodland Hills, California, the Nebula Awards Ceremony were streamed live in a special presentation on May 30.

Novel

  • A Song for a New Day, Sarah Pinsker (Berkley)

Novella

  • This Is How You Lose the Time War, Amal El-Mohtar & Max Gladstone (Saga)

Novelette

  • Carpe Glitter, Cat Rambo (Meerkat)

Short Story

  • “Give the Family My Love”, AT Greenblatt (Clarkesworld February 2019)

Game Writing

  • The Outer Worlds, Leonard Boyarsky, Megan Starks, Kate Dollarhyde, Chris L’Etoile (Obsidian Entertainment)

The Andre Norton Award for Outstanding Young Adult Science Fiction or Fantasy Book

  • Riverland, Fran Wilde (Amulet)

The Ray Bradbury Award for Outstanding Dramatic Presentation

  • Good Omens: “Hard Times”, Neil Gaiman (Amazon Studios/BBC Studios)

Kate Wilhelm Solstice Award for Distinguished Contribution to the Science Fiction and Fantasy Community

  • John Picacio
  • David Gaughran

The Kevin J O’Donnell, Jr., Service to SFWA Award

  •  Julia Rios

The 35th Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master Honouree

  •  Lois McMaster Bujold

Artist Spotlight: The Art Of . . . Kanthesis

Showcasing art from some of my favourite artists in the field of visual arts, including vintage; pulp; pop culture; books and comics; concert posters; fantastical and imaginative realism; classical; contemporary; new contemporary; pop surrealism; conceptual and illustration.

The art of Kanthesis.

#ArtOfTheDay: 'Star Wars: Shadows Of The Empire' by Drew Struzan

'Star Wars: Shadows Of The Empire' by Drew Struzan.

Cover art for the novel written by Steve Perry, published May 1996 by Bantam Spectra

Saturday, May 30, 2020

Artist Spotlight: The Art Of . . . Kan Liu

Showcasing art from some of my favourite artists in the field of visual arts, including vintage; pulp; pop culture; books and comics; concert posters; fantastical and imaginative realism; classical; contemporary; new contemporary; pop surrealism; conceptual and illustration.

The art of Kan Liu.

#ArtOfTheDay: 'King Dragon' by Rowena Morrill

'King Dragon' by Rowena Morrill.

Cover art for the novel written by Andrew J Offutt, published October 1980 by Ace Books

Friday, May 29, 2020

#CoolArt: 'Inveigle' print by Kelly McKernan

'Inveigle' by Kelly McKernan.

 12" x 16" fine art print with Archival inks on Moab Entrada Rag Bright 300gsm fine art paper, in an open edition for $45, and a signed and hand embellished (with interference green-blue acrylic paint) limited edition of 25 for $75.

On sale now through Kelly's website.

#CoolArt: New Artists Showcase prints from Bottleneck Gallery

New Artists Showcase from Bottleneck Gallery
  • 'Paul' by Matt Griffin. 24" x 36" screen print, in a numbered Regular edition of 100 for $50, and a numbered Foil Variant edition of 50 for $60
  • 'Dark City' by Michael Raaflaub. 24" x 18" giclee print, in a numbered Regular edition of 65 for $45, and a numbered Variant edition of 35 for $55
  • 'At The Mountains Of Madness' by Jay Gordon. 24" x 36" screen print, in a numbered Regular edition of 100 for $50, and a numbered Variant edition of 50 for $60
  • 'The War Of The Worlds' by Tihomir Gvero. 20" x 16" giclee print, in a numbered limited edition of 100 for $45
  • 'Dunder Mifflin' by George Townley. 24" x 18" giclee print, in a numbered limited edition of 75 for $60
  • 'Heart of the City' by Bruce Horan. 12" x 12" giclee print, in a numbered limited edition of 40 for $40
On sale Friday May 29 at 12pm ET through Bottleneck Gallery.

'Paul' by Matt Griffin (Regular Edition)

#CoolArt: Corey Helford Gallery presents A 3 Artist Exhibition from aica, Dena Seiferling & Luke Chueh

Corey Helford Gallery presents a three-artist exhibition with new artworks from aica, Dena Seiferling and Luke Chueh.

The gallery will be closed but they will be hosting a virtual opening of the show on Instagram Live (@coreyhelfordgallery) on Saturday May 30 from 5-6pm PT, alongside a solo show from Camilla d'Errico, entitled 'The Color Wheel', and a solo show from DOSSHAUS entitled 'POP GOES. . . '.

The exhibition will be on view through July 3 2020.

#CoolArt: Corey Helford Gallery presents 'POP GOES. . .' Solo Art Exhibition by DOSSHAUS

Corey Helford Gallery presents 'POP GOES. . .', a solo art exhibition of new artwork from DOSSHAUS.

The gallery will be closed but they will be hosting a virtual opening of the show on Instagram Live (@coreyhelfordgallery) on Saturday May 30 from 5-6pm PT, alongside a solo show from Camilla d'Errico, entitled 'The Color Wheel', and a three-artist show featuring 'Qualia' by aica, 'Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing' by Dena Seiferling, and 'Gravity' by Luke Chueh.

The exhibition will be on view through July 3 2020.

#CoolArt: Corey Helford Gallery presents 'The Color Wheel' Solo Art Exhibition by Camilla d'Errico

Corey Helford Gallery presents 'The Color Wheel', a solo art exhibition of new artwork from Camilla d'Errico.

The gallery will be closed but they will be hosting a virtual opening of the show on Instagram Live (@coreyhelfordgallery) on Saturday May 30 from 5-6pm PT, alongside a solo show from DOSSHAUS, entitled 'POP GOES…', and a three-artist show featuring 'Qualia' by aica, 'Wolf in Sheep’s Clothing' by Dena Seiferling, and 'Gravity' by Luke Chueh.

The exhibition will be on view through July 3 2020.

#CoolArt: Thinkspace Projects presents 'Good Luck Don't Die' Solo Art Exhibition by McKenzie Fisk

Thinkspace Projects presents 'Good Luck Don't Die', a solo art exhibition of new work by McKenzie Fisk.

Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Thinkspace Projects have scheduled virtual events for the opening weekend:
  • Saturday May 30 at 12pm PT, they will post their professionally shot video tour of the new exhibitions to their Instagram TV
  • Saturday May 30 from 1-2pm PT, they will go live on their Instagram to tour the new exhibitions + the artists will be on hand to briefly discuss their new shows
  • Sunday May 31 at 2pm PT, Thinkspace will post a full set of installation photos from both exhibitions to their Facebook and blog
  • Monday June 1 at 4pm PT, they will share a link to the self-guided virtual tour of the new exhibitions on all of their social networks.
The exhibition runs from Saturday May 30 through June 20 2020.


#CoolArt: Thinkspace Projects presents 'A Tourist At Home' Solo Art Exhibition by Sean Banister

Thinkspace Projects presents 'A Tourist At Home', a solo art exhibition of new work by Sean Banister.

Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Thinkspace Projects have scheduled virtual events for the opening weekend:
  • Saturday May 30 at 12pm PT, they will post their professionally shot video tour of the new exhibitions to their Instagram TV
  • Saturday May 30 from 1-2pm PT, they will go live on their Instagram to tour the new exhibitions + the artists will be on hand to briefly discuss their new shows
  • Sunday May 31 at 2pm PT, Thinkspace will post a full set of installation photos from both exhibitions to their Facebook and blog
  • Monday June 1 at 4pm PT, they will share a link to the self-guided virtual tour of the new exhibitions on all of their social networks.
The exhibition runs from Saturday May 30 through June 20 2020.

#CoolArt: Thinkspace Projects presents 'This Is America' Solo Art Exhibition by Scott Listfield

Thinkspace Projects presents 'This Is America', a solo art exhibition of new work by Scott Listfield, featuring dystopian depictions of US monuments.
Due to the Coronavirus pandemic, Thinkspace Projects have scheduled virtual events for the opening weekend:
  • Saturday May 30 at 12pm PT, they will post their professionally shot video tour of the new exhibitions to their Instagram TV
  • Saturday May 30 from 1-2pm PT, they will go live on their Instagram to tour the new exhibitions + the artists will be on hand to briefly discuss their new shows
  • Sunday May 31 at 2pm PT, Thinkspace will post a full set of installation photos from both exhibitions to their Facebook and blog
  • Monday June 1 at 4pm PT, they will share a link to the self-guided virtual tour of the new exhibitions on all of their social networks.
The exhibition runs from Saturday May 30 through June 20 2020.

#CoolArt: 'Plucked' Original Art by Jason Mowry through Every Day Original

'Plucked' by Jason Mowry.

8" x 10" mixed media (Ink and Gouache) original artwork on Arches hot press watercolor Art Board for $600.

On sale now through Every Day Original.

#CoolArt: 'Marketa Lazarová' print by Becky Cloonan through Black Dragon Press

'Marketa Lazarová' by Becky Cloonan.

Screen print on 300gsm Gmund Bauhaus paper, in a numbered 24" x 36" edition of 35 for £60, and a numbered 18" x 24" edition, with split fountain, of 50 for £35.

On sale Friday May 29 at 5pm UK through Black Dragon Press.

24" x 36" Edition
18" x 24" Edition

#CoolArt: 'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' print by Jaren Hemphill through Zavvi

'Mighty Morphin Power Rangers' by Jaren Hemphill.

Officially licensed 12" x 24" giclee print on Bright White Cotton Fine Art 300gsm paper, in a numbered TIMED Release edition for £29.99.

Use code GEEKYNERF for free shipping (Code Expires 31/12/2020)

On sale now until Wednesday June 3 through Zavvi Gallery.

#ArtOfTheDay: 'The Solar Invasion' by Frank Frazetta

'The Solar Invasion' by Frank Frazetta.

Cover art for the novel written by Manly Wade Wellman, published October 1968 by Popular Library

Thursday, May 28, 2020

#CoolArt: 'Marvel Comics #1000' print by Alex Ross through Sideshow Collectibles

'Marvel Comics #1000' by Alex Ross, originally cover art for the one shot, published August 2019 by Marvel Comics.

Officially licensed lithograph print, in a signed limited edition of 250 for $350 framed or $150 unframed.

On sale for pre-order Friday May 29 between 9am-12pm PT through Sideshow Collectibles.

#CoolArt: 'Poison Ivy' print by Tula Lotay through Sideshow Collectibles

'Poison Ivy' by Tula Lotay, originally variant cover art for 'Harley & Ivy meet Betty & Veronica' issue #6, published March 2018 by DC Comics.

Officially licensed 18" x 24" giclee print, in a signed limited edition of 300 for $260 framed or $95 unframed, and a framed limited edition of 100 on wood for $175.

On sale for pre-order Friday May 29 between 9am-12pm PT through Sideshow Collectibles.

#CoolArt: New Limited Edition Prints From Hero Complex Gallery

New prints from Hero Complex Gallery that were scheduled to be released during their convention visits.
  • 'Spectacular Spectacular' by Neil Davies. 24" x 36" screen print in limited editions of 125 for $50
  • 'I'm Too Old For This Shit!' by Yvan Quinet. 24" x 36" screen print in a limited edition of 40 for $65
  • 'The Man With No Name' by Yvan Quinet. 24" x 36" screen print in a limited edition of 45 for $65
  • 'Once Upon A Time . . .' by Yvan Quinet. 24" x 36" screen print in a limited edition of 40 for $60
  • 'The Legend Of Korra' by Craig Drake. 36" x 24" screen print in an AP edition of 35 for $65
  • 'Haunted' by Glen Brogan. 24" x 12" giclee print in a limited edition of 255 for $40
  • 'Rocky' by New Flesh. 18" x 24" screen print in a limited edition of 75 for $50
  • 'Crazy 88' by Doug LaRocca. 18" x 12" screen print in a limited edition of 30 for $30
  • 'Into The Black Vol 1 & 2' by Scott Park. Giclee prints in a limited edition of 1755 in a 16" x 24" version for $45 each, and a 36" x 24" version for $55 each.
On sale now through Hero Complex Gallery.

'Spectacular Spectacular' by Neil Davies

#CoolArt: Felicity Marshall Lockdown Print Release Part 1 through Skye Victoria Projects

Skye Victoria Projects are releasing the first batch of limited edition prints by Felicity Marshall, that would've been on display at her now cancelled solo art exhibition at The Book Club.

A3 high quality digital prints on 300 gsm Tintoretto Gesso paper, in signed and initialled limited editions for £30 - £40 each.

On sale now through Skye Victoria Projects.

'Fight Or Flight'

#CoolArt: 'The Invisible Man' prints by Francesco Francavilla through Mondo

'The Invisible Man' by Francesco Francavilla.

Officially licensed 24" x 36" screen print in a numbered Regular edition of 225 for $50, and a numbered Variant edition of 100 for $75.

On sale Thursday May 28 at 11am CT through Mondo. (US & Canada only)

Regular Edition
Variant Edition

#CoolArt: 'The Legend Of Zelda' TIMED Release print by Dan Mumford through Gallery1988

'Awake The Dreamer' by Dan Mumford.

24" x 36" giclee print, in a numbered TIMED Release 'Dusk' Variant edition for $85.

On sale now until Saturday May 30 at 11.59am PT through Gallery1988.

#CoolArt: 'Spider-Gwen' #5 print by David Aja through Grey Matter Art

'Spider-Gwen' #5 by David Aja.

Officially licensed 16" x 24" giclee print, in a numbered limited edition of 125 for $45.

On sale Thursday May 28 at 1pm ET through Grey Matter Art.

#CoolArt: 'Miles Morales: Spider-Man #7 print by Patrick O'Keefe through Grey Matter Art

'Miles Morales: Spider-Man #7 by Patrick O'Keefe.

Officially licensed 16" x 24" giclee print, in a numbered limited edition of 125 for $45.

On sale Thursday May 28 at 1pm ET through Grey Matter Art.

#CoolArt: 'Venomverse' #1-5 print by Clayton Crain through Grey Matter Art

'Venomverse' #1-5 by Clayton Crain.

Officially licensed 36" x 16" giclee print, in a numbered limited edition of 150 for $50.

On sale Thursday May 28 at 1pm ET through Grey Matter Art.

#ArtOfTheDay: 'I Am A Barbarian' by Boris Vallejo

'I Am A Barbarian' by Boris Vallejo.

Cover art for the novel, written by Edgar Rice Burroughs, published September 1975 by Ace Books

Wednesday, May 27, 2020

#NewComicBookDay: My Comics Pull List This Week

My comics Pull List this week.
  • Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #1 (Marvel Comics)
  • The Sandman Universe: The Dreaming #20 (DC Black Label)
  • The Sandman Universe: Books Of Magic #19 (DC Black Label)
  • Red Sonja #15 (Dynamite Comics)
Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #1 (Marvel Comics)
Variant Cover Art by Ashley Witter

'Star Wars: Return Of The Jedi' 4K Bluray Steelbook exclusively from Zavvi

'Star Wars: Return Of The Jedi' 4K bluray steelbook.

Special features include:
  • Filmmaker and Cast Audio Commentary
  • Cast and Crew Archival Commentary
  • Conversations: The Effects
  • Discoveries From Inside: The Sounds of Ben Burtt
  • Classic Creatures: Return Of The Jedi
  • Revenge Of The Jedi Teaser Trailer
  • Return Of The Jedi Launch Trailer
  • It Began TV Spot
  • Climactic Chapter TV Spot
  • Tatooine Overview
  • Endor Overview
  • Harrison Ford Interview
  • Death Star II Space Battle Overview
  • Deleted / Extended Scenes:
    • Vader’s Arrival And Reaching Out To Luke
    • Tatooine Sandstorm
    • Rebel Raid On The Bunker
    • Jerjerrod’s Conflict
    • Battle Of Endor: The Lost Rebels
  • Rancor Maquette
  • EV-9D9
  • Salacious B. Crumb
  • C-3PO’s Head With Eye Poked Out
  • Leia’s Boussh Costume
  • Lando Skiff Guard Costume
  • Jabba’s Radio-Controlled Eyes
  • AT-ST Walker Model
  • Speeder Bike
  • Imperial Shuttle Model
  • Ewok Hang Glider Maquette
  • Imperial Shuttle Landing Matte Painting
  • Endor Landing Platform Matte Painting
  • Ewok Costume
  • Biker Scout Costume
  • B-wing Fighter Model
  • TIE Interceptor Model
  • Death Star Under Construction Model
  • Imperial Shuttle Bay Matte Painting
  • Admiral Ackbar Costume
  • Death Star Equator Docking Bay Matte Painting
  • Millennium Falcon In Hangar Matte Painting
  • Jabba’s Palace, Road Creature Matte Painting
  • Sarlacc Pit Matte Painting
Available for pre-order Thursday May 28 at 12pm UK for £29.99 through Zavvi.

Use code GEEKYNERF for free shipping (Code Expires 31/12/2020)

#ArtOfTheDay: 'Princess Dracula' by Carlos Quevedo

'Princess Dracula' by Carlos Quevedo.

Cover art for the novel, book 1 of the 'Princess Dracula' series written by John Patrick Kennedy, published January 2017 by Kindle Press

Tuesday, May 26, 2020

#CoolArt: 'Waiting For Nature' print by Heather Gauthier through House Of Roulx

'Waiting For Nature' by Heather Gauthier.

11" x 17" archival pigment fine art print on Moab Entrada Rag Bright 290 GSM archival paper, in a signed and numbered limited edition of 20 for $60, and a signed and numbered hand embellished edition of 5 for $95.

On sale now through House Of Roulx.

#ArtOfTheDay: 'The Tree Of Swords And Jewels' by Michael Whelan

'The Tree Of Swords And Jewels' by Michael Whelan.

Cover art for the novel, book 2 of the 'Ealdwood Stories' duology written by CJ Cherryh, published August 1983 by DAW Books

Monday, May 25, 2020

#CoolArt: '311 at Las Vegas' AP Edition Concert Posters by NC Winters

'311 at Las Vegas' by NC Winters.

18" x 24" 7 colour screen print in a
  • signed and numbered Violet AP edition of 50 for $40,
  • signed and numbered Violet Silver Foil AP edition of 25 for $125
  • signed and numbered Violet Gold Foil AP edition of 20 for $145
  • signed and numbered Absinthe AP edition of 40 for $50
  • signed and numbered Absinthe Silver Foil AP edition of 20 for $135
  • signed and numbered Absinthe Gold Foil AP edition of 15 for $155.
On sale Monday May 25 at 2pm PT from his website.

Violet AP Edition

#CoolArt: Arch Enemy Arts presents 'Whisper Forest' Solo Art Exhibition by Michael Camarra

Arch Enemy Arts presents 'Whisper Forest', a solo art exhibition of new work by Michael Camarra, that is meant to play with the duality that a place that can be either brimming with adventure or a place of dark foreboding in its isolation from society.

Deeply influenced by the occult and mysticism, these pieces aim to set up their own mythology. Landmarks buzz with energy, inviting the viewer to come deeper into this world and come across its otherworldly occupants.

The exhibition is available to view on the Arch Enemy Arts website.

#CoolArt: 'Annihilation' inspired print by Erik Whalen through Nakatomi Inc

'Area X' by Erik Whalen.

12" x 18" giclee print on 100% cotton rag natural white paper, with archival UltraChrome inks, in a numbered limited edition of 150 for $30.

On sale now through Nakatomi Inc.