LEE BRADLEY.COM

WORLD SOLDIERS

2012-01-25T15:47:00.006Z

Here are a few of the images I did for a job at the tail end of 2011. The smattering of images are a small part of an animatic I was asked to put together for a new company called World-Soldiers.

Look out for them in 2012.

KAMEN RIDERS COMMISSION

2012-01-19T17:04:00.002Z

Here is the latest Commission, A3 sized. I had never heard of Kamen Riders before being asked to do this. So pen in hand and Thirty down, I can now safely say not only have I heard of them, but can even remember some of their names!

This piece was produced for Nicholas Edward Snowden.

PRIVE VS PRIME COMMISSION

2011-12-29T09:48:00.004Z

This was fun Commission for the festive season.

Anthony Jones ordered this for his bother as his Christmas Treat.

There was simply One Requirement, Generation 1 Optimus Prime had to be kicking the Ass of the Movie Series Optimus Prime.

I think I succeeded!

LIZARD COMMISSION

2011-12-19T16:49:00.004Z

The Lizard, need I say more?

Commission for Sophie Freeman.

If interested in an original commission piece with specific requirement's, just drop me a line at :contact@leebradley.com

or go to:www.leebradley.com/commissions

STAR WARS GALAXY 7

2011-12-12T13:34:00.003Z

Phew, okay now I can take a breather!

It's Star Wars time again, and this time I thought I would go for double the trouble. 150 Individual Star Wars pictures? Nah! Give me 300!

Was that a wise move?

Well, it's been fun, challenging and mentally exhausting. Okay so no repeats, not too many of the same character, oh and make sure there good!

Well back to the pen propelled grindstone it is then,

with a cup of tea and chocolate buiscuit in hand. :)

TRANSFORMERS COMMISSION

2011-11-28T15:52:00.004Z

Not something I post very often, but really I should! Here is the latest commission piece that was requested.

The requirements were simply Hot Rod facing Optimus Prime.

I had fun doing this. :)

If interested in an original commission piece with specific requirement's, just drop me a line at :contact@leebradley.com

or go to:www.leebradley.com/commissions

WINTER MEMORABILIA REVIEW

2011-11-25T15:22:00.013Z

This was the last Memorabilia at the NEC as we know it. There are plans for big changes ahead to this show. So here's my look back at last weekend.

The first thing I noticed on the way in was the giant Predator looking as though he was a little lost. As if he wasn't sure why he was there.

'Should I be ripping the spines from people or patting them on the head?'.

I imagined he was pondering.

There was a good mix of people at this event. A different crowd to the MCM Comic Cons and more family orientated than the Cosplay Crew. Though if the organisers have their way this will be changing very soon.

I had the chance to draw a variety of different subjects over the weekend. From the usual Marvel/DC & Transformers, to family portraits, Warhammer and even Robocop. A small sampling of which are scattered amongst this posting.

Now if only I could find that Robocop.

As per usually my sketching duties were required from early on and carried me through most of Saturday before I could get a breather. Although there was less of crowd, there was enough to keep me busy throughout the day. When it became quieter I had the pleasure to chat to Paul H Birch who was manning the stall next to mine.

Once I got though my sketches on the Sunday I had the opportunity to take a walk around the show for what was the first time in ages. There was a lot to take in and see, a bit too much to with the limited time I had available.

A good show all in all with a nice relaxed atmosphere.

Here's little Isaac with his Warhammer sketch.

WINTER MEMORABILIA 19TH/20TH

2011-11-14T09:29:00.003Z

I will be at the winter Memorabilia at the NEC Birmingham on the 19th/20th November. (This Week!) So be sure to pop down and check out the show. You could always pop by and pick up a sketch if you are so inclined :)

To see what else is happening at the show, just click here: www.memorabilia.co.uk

MCM AFTERMATH!

2011-11-11T11:15:00.018Z

I was a guest at the MCM show in London on the 29th and 30th of October. Just last month! I had a fantastic and exhausting time. Thanks to all those who came over for a chat and to get sketches. I don't think I have ever had such a crowd. It was so busy that some good folks had to come back the following day to get sketches, as they never quite got to the front of the queue.

I will definitely be back next year!

Any who, no photos of the event as I was locked behind my table from Beginning to End. Here are a small sampling of some of the sketches I got through, and the fine people they were for.

BLUE PETER

2011-11-01T19:51:00.009Z

THE CURSE OF BLACK PETER

If Anyone happened to be watching the BBC around 4.30 today, they would have caught sight of a Comic Book section Featuring Mark Millar and John Mccrea. With myself added to the mix We produced a nice little comic strip for the show "The Curse of Black Peter"

I was brought on board to give the comic page a little Shazam. With some ass kicking colours and eye popping word balloons the finished piece does the three of us proud.

You can see the feature on BBC iplayer or go to the BBC BLUE Peter website Here: to download the printable comic.

STOP THE PRESS! NEW PRINT

2011-10-24T10:12:00.011+01:00

I will be at the London Comic Con MCM Expo this coming weekend. With me I will have my new A3 sized Spider-man over New York Print. Available at this size and on this high gloss stock only at the show.

Come and grab one.

No sticky fingers!

MCM EXPO LONDON COMIC CON

2011-10-14T11:22:00.002+01:00

I am pleased to announce I will be attending the MCM London Comic-Con at the Excel Center on the 29th & 30th October. Come along for a great day out and sketch, or preferably two. I will be producing any character you like, the more challenging the better!

EMS THE ENTERTAINMENT MEDIA SHOW

2011-10-05T15:15:00.006+01:00

I was invited along to The Entertainment Media Show at Earls Court on 1st & 2nd of October. This was my first time at this event and I doubt it will be my last. I enjoyed myself thoroughly at the show.

I was set an interesting challenge by Autograph hunter Tom Milburn. My fellow comic creator and friend John Mccrea who was also in attendance produced an fearsome Alien Sketch for Tom. The challenge was to see if I could create a Predator Sketch of equal scale to sit alongside.

I think they make a fine looking pair if I do say so myself.

Plus here's a couple more random creations from over the weekend.

BRISTOL COMICON 2011

2011-09-14T23:15:00.002+01:00

DING DONG!

Earlier this year I was a Guest at one of the longest running comic conventions in the UK. The Classic Bristol Comic Expo. Set in the Hotel Foyer of the Ramada Plaza, mainly Id guess as the biggest part of the con is the bar and the easy access to it. What is nice here is how easily the fans and artists can mix. There is always someone interesting to talk to. It quite understandable how the bar never empties before 4 in the morning.

Here are a few pics of the sketches I produced over the weekend. As per usual I am pretty useless at remembering to take pictures of most of my sketches. I usually remember in the closing hours of the show. So no pictures of Mysterio or Claw here. Or the multitude of other characters I had the fun and good fortune to draw.

When I do take pictures they have a tendency to suffer from the classic camera shake.

Then again I'm an artist not a photographer.

As always there are the usual suspects I am asked to roll out. Though I do love drawing Transformers. What is nice about the Bristol show is that I always get the chance to try my hand at few of the more classic Marvel stable. Here is my Sabertooth Sketch I did for Baden, not bad for a first attempt.

He should fit right in with Mr Fixit.

THE BIRMINGHAM INTERNATIONAL COMIC SHOW

2011-09-07T23:05:00.003+01:00

SECONDS OUT... ROUND 4

I had a great time at the First Birmingham International Comic show. When I say 1st I refer to the new location, so much easier to get to. Only a one day event this year, just above my old stomping ground Nostalgia and Comics.

As per usual I had little time to look around, none in fact as I molded like a manakin to the seat. An animatronic one at that, with a nodding head and movable right arm with just enough motion to power through the sketches requested.

As the energy I required was provided by Wine Gums. I later found the nutrition I needed to recover more satisfying than ever.

Though the beer itself was quite expensive.

I enjoyed the sketching and the chat's so a big thank you to all those that came over for either.

2011 B.C BIRMINHAM COMICON

2011-08-24T09:29:00.002+01:00

BICS 2011

With BICS literally only days away I thought that I should mention I will be a Guest at this years Birmingham Comicon this coming Saturday the 27th. The event will be held at the Holiday Inn Birmingham City Center Queensway. You know, right next door to Nostalgia & Comics.

If you wish to find me I will be nestled amongst the other exhibitors at the Birmingham Comic show.

Feel free to drop by for a chat or even pick up a sketch ;)

Be seeing you.

AUTO ASSEMBLY 2011

2011-08-17T12:17:00.015+01:00

AUTO ASSEMBLY 2011 was fantastic experience. I was invited to Europe's biggest TRANSFORMERS Convention alongside the other Artists & Voice Actors. In amongst the Toy Dealers and the vast array of Transfans their was also a large contingent of Cosplayers, who had clearly spent a large amount of time and effort on their creations.

With so many different Transformers Universes and alternate versions of characters there was never a shortage of Transformers to sketch.

On the Saturday night the Cosplay competition winners that came respectively in places 1st and 2nd were Haley & Pete dressed in their fantastic creations as Black Arachnia & Drift. Here they are in their awesome Cosplay Costumes alongside the Sketch that I produced for them.

Where ever I turned there was no escaping Optimus Prime and his friends. At times I even thought I was seeing double. Now I've seen the photos I can clearly see I was. So clearly the night at the bar had nothing to do with it.

The convention was fun and well run as always thanks to Simon Plumbe and his great team that band together to bring their interests to life for the benefit of all.

Well done guys and gals.

Here are a selection of the sketches I produced over the weekend and some of the fine folks that received them.

Just click on a pic to take a closer look.

GENERATION 1

2011-08-08T17:41:00.003+01:00

With Auto Assembly just around the corner I am proud to announce a new exclusive print specially for this convention. This print features all of the fan favorite Autobots & Decepticons from series 1.

A3 sized and on good quality stock with colours provided by Liam Shalloo.

This piece is produced in Extremely limited numbers. Only 30 will be available to purchase directly from Liam & myself on the day.

Pre-orders are welcome.

"Till All are Gone" :P

SCI-FI NOW

2011-08-05T12:25:00.005+01:00

HOW TO DRAW A TRANSFORMERGo and pick up the latest issue of SCI-FI NOW in which you will find an 8-step guide on How to create your own Transformer. Written and illustrated by my good self.

Rather than rehash what already exists SCI-FI NOW let me create an all new Autobot to fill Optimus Primes Ranks. Go and pick up a copy of this great magazine for more info.

IN SHOPS NOW!

The Wednesday Round Up 2

2011-08-03T19:20:00.007+01:00

KAPOW!
Not just a sound effect. Now also a convention.

I attended the First ever Kapow comic-con in London earlier this year. Originally my plan was simply to be there in a guest capacity, have a look around, enjoy the day, head on home. You know a nice easy day out. I figured I deserved it.

I couldn't move! There's busy, then there is packed. With an attendance of over 5000, in what to be fair was not the biggest space. Led me to one simple decision. Sit behind a table, do a bit of sketching, take a break from the crowd.

Before I knew it my best laid plans had gone out the window. A few beers, an evening out, crashing at a pals pad. My plans morphed into two days of sketching at the craziest most hectic convention I have done.

I gotta say I enjoyed it.

KAPOW is no longer just a sound effect.

AUTO A GO GO!

2011-07-29T14:06:00.002+01:00

I have been invited as a guest to Attend the fantastic Auto Assembly in 2 weeks on the 13th & 14th of August. I will also be hosting a free workshop on the sunday for anyone who wants to see "How to Draw" their own transformer from scratch or simply just produce one of their favorites.

I will also be joined by Gregg Berger, David Kaye, David Wise, Simon Furman, Andrew Wildman, Nick Roche, Geoff Senior, James Roberts, Simon Williams, Liam Shalloo, Kris Carter, John-Paul Bove, Jason Cardy and Kat Nicholson!

The Wednesday Round-Up

2011-07-27T15:11:00.007+01:00

The Wednesday Round-Up is me rounding up things on a Wednesday. Yay simple. For a few of those things I never had the time or got around to reporting about in the first place. No1 because it deserves a number 1. The 1st Cardiff International Comic & Animation Expo 2011. Organised by Mike Allwood he of Bristol comic con fame. I spent the day was sitting next to Mr Wonder Man himself Simon Williams and just across from Walking Dead Charlie Adlard.

Thanks to all those that came along! The 1st show only took place over one day, but I have it on good authority the next will be a full weekend. Good Job!

Everyone loves Transformers!

TO YOU FROM SUPER ME

2011-07-15T10:01:00.007+01:00

To You From Super Me is a contemporary installation which revealed the personalities and imaginations of 8 extraordinary young people. Working with Friction Arts and John Mccrea, I produced the finished colour Art for this fantastic exhibition. From You to Super Me was exhibited at THE PUBLIC from Friday 3rd June to Sunday 26th June. Here is now a chance to enjoy the fruits of this fabulous project.

LONDON FILM & COMIC CON 2011

2011-07-11T16:02:00.009+01:00

I had a great time at the LFCC 2011 this weekend. Where I sketched for all and sundry at the show. I was busy all day meeting new and interesting folks. A big thank you to my beautiful assistant who helped display my poster for all to see. Who needs a standee?

Here is a small sampling of a few of the fine folks & the sketches I produced for them.

TOPPS SWG RED TARGET EXCLUSIVE CARDS

2011-07-02T18:41:00.005+01:00

Okay here they are, the most unique and interesting of the cards I produced. Why you say? Well the challenge of doing some of my all time favorite characters all in red. Yes I was able to sneek a little bit of black & white into the mix. But not too much.

It brought me right back to the days of being at home doodling when all you could find to use was a Red biro. Damn where's that biro gone!

STAR WARS BLACK & WHITE

2011-06-30T13:33:00.003+01:00

Looking back at these cards made me realise how much I enjoyed drawing these characters. Although I branched out and added character's from the full six films. My heart truly belongs to the characters of the first trilogy.

I do love the classics.

TOPPS GALAXY FULL COLOUR CARDS

2011-06-30T12:57:00.007+01:00

I noticed today the Star Wars Galaxy cards I produced have started to enter circulation. I found that one had popped up on ebay. To keep a record I scanned many of the cards I produced before posting them off to Topps. Over the next few days I will post pictures of the cards in circulation so you have an idea what to look out for.

Here's a further selection of the colour cards, so keep a look out!

Simply click on the images for a larger view.

May the Force Be With You!

MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU

2011-06-29T10:25:00.008+01:00

Recently I received my return cars from the STAR WARS Galaxy Set
that I produced for Series 6.
I created 100 in total.

I also produced 50 Red Star Wars Galaxy Cards.
These were Target Exclusives to be packaged exclusively
in the packs on sale at Target stores!

Each card I illustrated in this set is a one-of-a-kind,
there are no duplicates.

The 'return cards' pictured can be purchased directly from me.
Although Bobba Fett is already gone! :)

ORBITAL TRANSFORMATIONS

2011-06-21T18:15:00.004+01:00

I recently did a quick gig at Orbital Comics in Leicester Square to promote the Transformers Dark Side of the Moon game. Where I was joined by a host of media types in an effort to show them "How to Draw a Decepticon"

To read a few of the reviews of the event simply click here:
www.pocket-lint.com
www.kidzcoolit.com
www.godisageek.com

ANTWERP SCI-FI FANTASY & HORROR CONVENTION

2011-05-24T11:38:00.009+01:00

I was invited out to the First Antwerp Expo Sci-fi show which took place on May 1st. My first time at a Belgium show and it was great. A big thank you to Lode Green the man responsible for putting on such a great show and for inviting me over there. The show had a fun friendly atmosphere and showed what a great crowd of sci-fi fanatics come to these shows.

After a quick hop, skip and a jump across the pond I was met at the airport by the girls from Infinity cars. Eva , Sam and Dominique who ferried us about for the weekend. Thank you girls, it was much appreciated. On the Saturday evening I got to taste my first Belgium beer in the company of the other invited guests. I got to hang out and chat with a few of them including William B. Davis (The Cigarette smoking man of x-files fame) Scott Capurro (Comedian and Wright Stuff regular) and Uwe Boll (Director) who hopefully I will be doing an upcoming project with. Also it was great to catch up with Danny & Stjepko, I raise my glass to you guys.

The show itself was fantastic, Much bigger than I had expected and with a wide variety of dealers tables, displays and choice. It would have been great to have more time to explore the show and for that matter Antwerp itself. As it was I only got to get up from my table for a brief moment to take a quick look and leak. I don't think I have ever been so inundated or sketched so hard.

After such a long and draining day I was taken well care of by the show organizers who put on a meal for all the guests to enjoy. I got to meet Fred "The Hammer" Williamson, who kindly agreed to let me use his likeness in a comic idea I am working on. Yes 'The Hammer" will now be appearing. More to come....

Again a big thank you to Lode Green for creating and organizing such a fabulous show. After such a great time I was kind of sad to be leaving Antwerp, but once I was on my plane it was Up Up and Away.

ESSEN MOVIE EVENT REVIEW

2011-03-02T15:53:00.018Z

I was recently invited to The Movie Event in Essen Germany. A quick trip, two flights and I was there. Within 30minutes of me arriving at the hotel I was bundled into a convoy of vehicles and whisked off for an evening out. After enjoying a refreshing German Beer I ordered what I thought was a well done steak, however my fellow artist Andree Schneider who was translating the Menu for me, decided he would order me a Rare one. So Rare that just by looking intently into it, the blood would gush out.

I still enjoyed it though, and yes the beer helped.

After the meal we were treated to an evenings ten pin bowling, all within the same venue which was almost tardis like. That is if the tardis had the fascia of an old cottage and was full of German's drinking. At the back of the venue there was a lone skittle alley. Unusually the skittles were attached to strings, so every time they got back up they would look like they were dancing.

We were separated into two teams, Left and Right. I was on the Right side of course. Ernie Hudson was on the left and he was a good laugh. Ian 'Predator' White who was on my team kept banging his 7'1 head on the ceiling giving me a good laugh. All in all It was a great experience.

In the morning we were picked up in a black stretch limo flanked by a New York Police car & Bomb Squad vehicle. Being cramped into a limo with Gunnar Hanson, Ernie Hudson, Ian Whyte, Barbara Nedeljakova & Douglass Tait is not how I usually spend my Sunday Mornings.

However I do make an exception now and then.

Here's the YouTube clip.

The show was great, the fans were up for a good time. Thank you to all those that came to have a chat and get sketches. You were much appreciated. As per usual I was useless at remembering to take photos of my sketches during the show let alone pics of the event. A big thank you to those who did take pictures. I swiped them, after all that's what the webs for isn't it?

So Thank You to those who did, especially Artist Richard Van Ekeren for sending me the guitar pic. Also a big thank you to Stephan Prietzel for inviting me. Although we barely got time to speak I appreciated how well Stephan & Angelo Zannin organised the show.

I also saw Ernie Hudson give the Stay Puft Marshmallow man some Ghostbuster Love.

Oh and here's some sketches!

MOVIE EVENT

2011-02-02T12:14:00.004Z

I will be in Germany this coming weekend at MOVIE DAYS in Grugahalle Essen
so feel free to pop along and say Hi!

Wooooah is that the time?!?

2010-11-30T20:31:00.007Z

November the 30th. Well that came round quick. Where have I been? Well clearly too busy to be Blogging. So I will give myself a metaphorical slap on the wrist. As the end of the year approaches like an unstoppable wave (the wet kind of course) I figure I better take a quick look back at the last few shows I have attended.

Winter MEMORABILIA 10

Yes I was there. I should be I do organize the Comic City section after all. First of all I had a great time, a big 'Thank You' to Brian and his team for hosting us. Secondly Thank You to all of the people that came to see us. The show was quieter than the usual Memorabilia, let's face it clashing with Thought Bubble every year doesn't really help. Come on Thought Bubble move the Date! I live next to the NEC!

So selfish.

Last but not least 'Thank You' to all the other Artists that joined us. John Mccrea, Keith Burns, Laura Howell, Al Davison, with Jason Cardy, Kat Nicholson and Dylan Cook raising money for the Charity Draw the World Together. Also attending for the first time was Lee Sullivan. A big 'Thank You' to Lee for joining us. It was a pleasure and it is always great to meet someone who's work I grew up loving.

Truth is though, they should be Thanking Me!

Here is a small sample of the sketches I hacked out over the weekend.;P

BRITISH INTERNATIONAL COMIC SHOW
BICS '2010

By either luck or providence I found myself in Prime Position at the last BICS show in October. I spent the weekend sketching next to the great Staz Johnson. It is always a pleasure for me when I get the chance to work alongside other artists. As the tips and tricks of the trade whether sketching or otherwise that I pick up are always invaluable.

Here are a few of the sketches from the weekend plus a happy punter.
Told you I'd get you on here Andy.

AUTO ASSEMBLY 2010

2010-08-12T10:52:00.002+01:00

I'm a guest at AUTO ASSEMBLY this weekend on Saturday the 14th August. I will have an exclusive Transformers print for the show which will be limited to 100 print run.

It'll be full colour on good heavy weight art board, A3 and 100 print run - signed by me... Here's the finished article:

Everyone loves Frankie!

2010-05-28T15:51:00.002+01:00

Issue 23 of The 99' features my first poster image for the title. Starring the creative genius that is Jami and his (our) favorite robot creation.

Enjoy!

BRISTOL 10'

2010-05-25T08:27:00.005+01:00

WoW.

A full 2 days later and I am only just stating to recover. For those that came to see me New and Old a big thank you. I am now all sketched out.

I arrived on Friday night and despite all my promises to myself did not leave the bar until after 2.00 on the Saturday morning. Though in all honesty the alcohol probably did help with the sunstroke.

Glass half full. Until I drank it.

I spent Saturday sketching with the Draw the World Together crowd, doing my bit for 'charity'. In the lovely air conditioned Mercure Hotel. So I suppose it was well justified to find myself in the bar at 4.30 in the morning drinking with Mark Buckingham and Paul Ridgon. Cheers guys, I figured it was time to leave when the lights came on and the staff were vacuuming around us.

A big thank you to Mike Allwood the Comic Expo Organiser for fitting me in at the last minute over at the Ramada City hotel to sketch for joe & jane public. Much appreciated Mike!

Any-who, back to the Drawing Board.

There's Something About F.R.A.N.K.I.E

2010-05-15T10:45:00.007+01:00

I love Robots

With issue 20 of the 99' I got the chance to design a robot to join their ranks. F.R.A.N.K.I.E Firewall Reinforced Algorithmic Noor-Stone Knowledge Integration Emulator. Yep it is certainly a mouth full.

When the script arrived from the great Stuart Moore I had a blast figuring out how Frankie would look. The end result with John Mccrea's final pencils and Sean Parsons Inks looked great. As Frankie stomped his way through the issue.

This issue was great fun to work on, as like I said...

I love Robot's.

LEE BRADLEY dot! COM

2010-05-14T16:31:00.009+01:00

Over the next few weeks there will be a lot of changes with LeeBradley.com. Starting with a face lift. Like a Wetherspoons becoming a Lap dancing club, the venue will be the same but there will be a lot more to look at.

The process has begun, now when you go to leebradley.com you will get automatically redirected to this blog. There will be updates about the projects I have been working on this year. Along with a retrospective of some of my work that I have bearly had chance to mention.

Level one complete.
Phase Two begining.

And Now ... The 99

2010-03-31T12:35:00.000+01:00

My first experience working with the 99' was as inker on the Newspaper Strip 'Mumita Chess'. Since then I have moved on to co-pencil the monthly comic book. What does that mean? Well I receive the script, draw the roughs. Then pass on to John Mccrea who completes the finished pencils. The 99' is published monthly from Teshkeel and is available world wide.

Go buy a copy!

www.the99.org

MEMORABILIA 10'

2010-03-31T00:55:00.000+01:00

If you managed to be a visitor to this years NEC Memorabilia show 27th - 28th March, you will have found me with a host of my friends and colleagues dispatching Artwork at a feverish rate. With so much to see at the show, and so little time to have a good mooch about, I was glad many of the interesting characters came to us. From mini Stormtroopers to Giant Wookies and all kinds of characters in between.

The ever growing Comic City section of the show was host to the great Mike Collins who I enjoyed sketching next to. Every show is another chance to pick up tricks and tips from the some of the great Artists that I grew up reading. To the other side of me was my good friend John Mccrea along with Keith Burns my arch enemy.

Keith I shall destroy you.

We were also joined by Al Davison, Laura Howell and Hunt Emerson. With the great atmosphere my band of merry men (& women) kept the public entertained and engrossed with their sketching ability.

Comic City also held host to Draw the World Together once again run by good friends and great artists Jason Cardy and Kat Nicholson. With the help of former Comix students Adam Bolton and Rachael Stott (Thanks guys!) we managed to raise £388 for the charity. So a big thank you to all that came along and bought sketches, your support and help is greatly appreciated!

For more info check out: www.Drawtheworldtogether.com

GERMAN STARCON

2010-03-24T23:56:00.001Z

Was good!

Had a great weekend at the show in Munster, Germany, meeting lots of fantastic people.

A Big Thank You to Ulla for organising it and for Daniel running me around.

Good memories included Mr David Hess showing his awesome martial arts skills at the bar, and his acting class later on. I don't think I've laughed so much in a long time - David, you should do a sitcom.

Alan (Bossk) Harris (Labyrinth , Dark Crystal) was also a very nice guy and it was a pleasure talking to him. Also getting the chance to speak to Brian Muir, Linda Thorson, Barrie Holland was nice even if there was not quite enough time!

Currently no pic's of of the show, will post once I receive.

Things To Come...

2010-03-02T14:15:00.000Z

It's a New Year, Spring has arrived and the first sign's of sunshine are making me squint as I type on to my Keyboard. So much has happened over the last few months that I have just not had the time to 'Blog' 'Update' or 'Inform' about life as a freelance peacekeeping ag....er comic book artist.

Looking back over the last few months will have to wait, as I am now looking forward to the first event of very busy looking 2010. My first Event of the year will be as a guest at The German Starcon this coming weekend. So if your in the area, or flying out, come over have a chat, get a sketch & I will see you there. It will be a blast!

www.germanstarcon.de

MEMORABILIA 09

2009-11-29T20:26:00.000Z

Last weekend saw the second time I was a guest at The Memorabilia Show and the first as the organiser of Comic City. First I want to say a big Thank You to the owner of the show and all those that called by for sketches or just to show interest.

I was joined for the weekend by Kat Nicholson and Jason Cardy representing the Charity 'Draw the World Together' and I called on the talents of former Comix students Joe Ward, Tom Wilson & Matt Birks who all did a sterling job assisting with sketches for the charity.

Also in attendance were fellow professionals Lew Stringer, John Mccrea, Keith Burns & Laura Howell, who all added their unique ability's over the weekend. A big 'Cheers' to Lew for some of the photo's.

The memorabilia was big success, from sketching Deadpool to Darth Vader I barely got a chance to look around. Luckily most of the sites to be seen would pass by from time to time, although I didn't get chance to sit in 'The Back to The Future Delorian'!

BULGARIA 09

2009-11-03T10:34:00.000Z

On my latest adventure abroad I joined the successful applicants from HI8US new course COMIX. Traveling to the former Soviet republic of Bulgaria, we headed to the capital Sofia to promote the graphic novel COMIX produced by students from 3 different countries England, Spain and of course Bulgaria. A fascinating trip from the very beginning. With Statues depicting decapitation upon arrival at the airport, then crazy Taxi Drivers who liked to drive in any direction but not necessarily the same way as the rest of the traffic.

On the first evening we headed over to the Red House for a meet and greet presentation and an exhibition of the Bulgarian students work. It was great to meet them for the first time and interesting to walk around a building that was the just like the Ghostbusters old Fire House painted red from tip to top. I almost expected to bump into Slimer around any corner.

On the Saturday I had the pleasure of doing a workshop with the Bulgarian students. A fantastic group to work with and would happily do so any time again. After such a great start it made my presentation all the more worthwhile. After this came the sketching in front of the invited audience, where I first produced an Optimus Prime. As compare Hunt Emerson called out 'who is Prime's arch enemy?' WITH Emil shouted within a split second 'MEGATRON' to come and receive the sketch. After playing draw of games with the audience I moved on to the guy I love drawing most, Batman. Who doesn't love drawing him?!

One of the most full filling trips I have had abroad, Sofia was fascinating from the Monolithic capital to the amazing cathedrals. You felt dwarfed and humbled at the same time. It would not have been the same without the students though, Long live Comix!

BICS British International Comic Show

2009-10-14T23:53:00.000+01:00

The Birmingham International Comic Show in one smooth move re-branded itself as the British International Comic Show, Simple but clever! Unfortunately for me being part of it meant I never got the chance to look around, as I would of done in previous years. I am not complaining mind you, metaphorically chained to my desk I spent the weekend between a gigantic Optimus Prime and my long term collaborator Mr Mccrea.

With little time to breath and even less to eat, I sketched away like a madman. From multiple Batman and Spider-men sketches to more random pieces. Though I really did enjoy drawing the more challenging requests, it was great to meet such a diverse crowd of people and those guys that brought references of the characters they wanted sketching THANKS!

Artists love reference.

When Sunday rolled around, and I recovered (and everyone else) from my karaoke session I finally got the chance to say a hello to a few of my Artist and Editorial friends. Though this was way to brief before hearing the whip crack once again to race back to my table for a marathon sketching run.

All in all, it was a great show.
Long live BICS!

AUTO ASSEMBLY 2009

2009-09-28T17:39:00.000+01:00

Auto Assembly 2009, so far the best UK convention experience I have had. AA 2009 (Not to be confused with Alcoholic's Anonymous) was held over the weekend of Saturday 15th - Sunday 16th August, at the Holiday Inn Birmingham City Centre. With over 500 attendees, it was a tightly packed crowd that created a great atmosphere.

Thanks to all those who kept me busy for my entire weekend sketching, and my other artistic friends for supplying the laughs and fun on the evenings. I had a great time amongst fans, toy dealers, voice actors and artists. A weekend of non stop sketching and fun is something I never mind. A big thank you to Simon Plume for running such a well organised and great convention.

ANIMATED A GO GO..

2009-08-12T12:49:00.000+01:00

The last of Titan's Animated Strips has come and gone. The Short Lived, but excellently presented Animated Strips made it's appearance within Titan's Transformers Universe final issue ≠25. John Mccrea was due to do fully do the final issue but with a hectic workload and page 11 fully finished handed his layouts over to me. It was nice to be involved in the final issue especially as I had handled the first 6 pager. Here are John's layouts along with my finished artwork. More on Transformers Animated soon...

WHAT THE!?

2009-04-26T00:41:00.000+01:00

No, not the classic Marvel US Comic book. Transformers Universe 24. Another Great Issue from Titan with the fabulous Transformers Animated Story Megatron's Revenge. Pencils and Inks by Lee Bradley! (Yep that's Me!)

Unfortunately there was a bit of a slip up and John Mccrea the lead artist, and good friend was credited with the work on this issue. For my work to be compared or confused with a veteran comic book artist of over 20 years industry experience, I take as a great compliment!

I have to say John Burns has done an outstanding job on the colours on this one. Making the story by Simon Furman an even more enjoyable and striking read. Out Now, in all good Newsagents. GO BUY IT!

If you check out page ten of the story (above) you can see my ever present logo. I always manage to sneak it into my work somewhere, its my personal Where's Wally.=)

REVOLUTION!

2009-04-24T21:44:00.000+01:00

Issue 23 of Transformers Universe has now just come and gone, with great reviews as one one the best issues yet! I thought I should celebrate this with sharing Jason Cardy's fantastic colours on this issue which really brought my humble artwork to a new level. Cheers Jason!

The Re-Revenger!

2009-03-10T20:40:00.000Z

From Comedy Central's The Demitri Martin Show 'Important Things'. Comes the latest episode of his sketch show, Power. From the recesses of his mind comes the Revenger or Re-Revenger as he is ultimately known. A guilt-wracked superhero who doesn't know where to turn after discovering the origins of his father's death. With initial Black and white artwork for the comic sequence provided by John Mccrea, I came on board the project and provided the colour art, logos and lettering for the finished look. Enjoy! I did.

So Whatever Happend to...?

2009-02-10T12:25:00.000Z

Titan's UK Transformers Animated Comic issue 5. As many TransFans Know Issue 3 was the last issue produced of Titans latest new comic book. Due to unfortunate circumstances the title had to be canceled at short notice, leaving fans of the new UK story lines in limbo. John Mcrea was the lead artist on this title and produced both issues 4 & 6. Covers were also provided for these issues. I was lucky enough to get my second shot of drawing the Transformers Animated Universe characters in a main strip with issue 5. Shocks aplenty in this issue with big battle scenes and Multi character sequences. I can say It was fun! Keep an eye on Titans Movie comic book for more updates, great story's and artwork on a monthly basis. Oh yeah, and Transformers Animated!

TRANSFORMERS UK 23

2009-02-10T10:16:00.000Z

Another Day, Another Post, Another Job. I am proud to announce I am the artist on Titan's premier UK Transformers Title for issue 23. Providing the pencils and inks for this issue was a blast, especially as it is the start of a new story ark by Mr. Furman. Transformers and action a plenty, I got to handle a good mix within the Movieverse. Look out for this issue soon!

Happy New Year!

2009-02-09T14:38:00.000Z

Yep, I know it is a bit late, but what can I say.... I've been busy! Any Transfans out there will now know the Titan Transformers Animated UK comic book was cancelled with issue 3, just as I started my run on the fun little sketch trip bit's n' bots. I produced the next 2 strips for issues 4 & 5 pencils/inks/colours just before the axe came down. Not Prime's I might add. So here is your sneak peek of what was to come, sans words. Though you may see these in another format soon!

BONECRUSHING!

2008-11-28T22:35:00.000Z

The Next "How to Draw Transformers" Feature will be coming up soon, and the star of the show will be BONECRUSHER! In the Film for only a short sequence bursting though a Bus on the Highway. Here is the first stage pencil sketch, challenging especially as there are so few pics of him. Check out the finished version in Titans UK Transformers title soon!

Au Revoir Spidey

2008-11-27T09:07:00.000Z

Last job in, and now all done. The End of the Road has been reached. Final colour artwork job on the Spider-man Tower of Power Bad Guys feature staring the GIBBON and J J Jameson. Artwork by Simon Williams and enhanced by my ever expanding photoshop prowess. Take a sneak peek. No lettering included! Grrrrr

Bits n' Pieces

2008-11-26T21:56:00.000Z

Titan Uk's TRANSFORMERS ANIMATED issue 2 is out now. One of my favorite pieces of the comic is it's bits n' bots strip reminiscent of the classic Robo Capers that used to run in the 1980's Marvel UK Transformers comic. So I am very pleased to announce that I am the artist (pencils/inks/colours) in this great strip in the upcoming issue 3! Here's a sneak peek, but to read it you will just have to go out and buy a copy!....or read it in WHSmith.

End of the road...

2008-10-31T20:57:00.000Z

Another Day, another job wrapped up. Coming to the end of my run on Spider-man Tower of Power, the 60 issue part-works from Eaglemoss. It's been a fun ride and in my humble opinion the one true Spidey title. Set with Pete and Harry living together (Now those were the days!) This is true Retro spidey stuff.
Just finished colouring my final issue with John Mccrea (Hitman, TFA) & putting the finishing touches as colourist on his full run. It ends with one of my alltime favorate characters... DR.DOOM!
Currently being published in France and Poland, I have seen the English translation so it is only a matter of time until it is over here!

London Expo

2008-10-28T17:11:00.000Z

Well another weekend gone, another great experience. I was at London Expo this weekend signing and sketching with the Multi Talented Mr Mccrea. Sketch as hard as I might I just could not keep up with his work rate. Thanks to all that came over to see us and to the other Artists and Stars for a fun night out. Particularly Ben Templesmith and Liam Sharp whom it was great to shoot the breeze with.

There was a mighty crowd of Cosplayers from the good, the bad to the downright strange. All of which added to an interesting and entertaining weekend. So thanks to London Expo and all involved.

ALSO.... IN 17

2008-10-20T11:33:00.000+01:00

Looking forward to the new UK Transformers animated comic book? The new book's out 23rd October, if you can't wait though check out Transformers 17! The first UK TFA 6 page strip included. Written by long term tf scribe Simon Furman and drawn by my good self with Kris Karter on colours. Featuring the DINOBOTS! Originally due to colour myself, however with the HTD featured in the same issue deadlines would just not allow. Original Colour page by my good self above. BUY IT NOW!

TRANSFORMERS 17

2008-10-15T21:48:00.000+01:00

TRANSFORMERS Issue 17 Now out! Available in all good News Outlets. In this month's issue you will find my latest 'How to Draw' Featuring the ever elusive Scorponok! So how did I draw him? Hopefully as never before seen in his Robot mode. I figured we have all seen him in his scorpion mode, so how would he look as a full fledged Decepticon Bad-Ass? Check it out!

Hello Fellow Bloggers

2008-10-15T00:09:00.000+01:00

Another month another job. Welcome to my new Blog. Why blog, you may or may not ask? Well simple really leebradley.com has been around for a while now but I find it far to time consuming updating my website. So the old leebradley.com has been wiped from the ever expanding net and been replaced with this much simpler and quicker to produce format. I will be updating the blog regularly over this month of October as I get up to speed with posting my latest workload.

Welcome

2008-10-12T15:57:00.001+01:00

Information and updates coming soon...