SlamBang Podcast: Jim Lujan

SLAMBANG MEDIA- Let the media blitz continue! I was interviewed by Allen Freemen and Dean Lecrone from the SlamBang podcast. It was their first podcast in months. They re-kick started the show with an interview about Ghettomation and the joys of being an indie animator. I met both of the guys in San Diego when they stopped by my table. Very friendly nice fellows. Check out the show and if you're not careful, you might learn something before your thorough (no- NOT that I'm a douche bag!)

Bill Plympton's message

The most important public service announcement EVER? Hmmmmm....just might be.

Bill Plympton- Burbank signing/Barney's Beanery

BURBANK- Last night Leann and I went to House of Secrets for legendary animator Bill Plympton's book signing. I picked up "Independently Animated", Bill's biography. Very cool. He signed it and drew a picture of Leann inside the sleeve. Hanging out at a such a cool shop with my wife, good friends, and my favorite animator...quite the evening. After, we all went to Barney's Beanery for a mixer. The fun continued. I've had the pleasure of spending a good chunk of time with Bill inthe last few months, and we always have the best conversations. This guy DOES what I would love to DO. Makes his own feature films, tours them,  and owns the rights. Sweet. He's such a nice, warm guy to boot. Like I said, quite the night.

BFFs? Sure- why not!?

Bill sketches my lovely wife Leann. Nice! She's hot. I can say that, she's my wife!

We have SEKO!! Ted Seko showed up (Jose Cabrera too!) Studs o plenty!

Gras and animator Richard Solomon. Can the room contain all this cartoon talent?

Chilling at Barney's with my soul brother the Crying macho Man.

Yup. She's married.

Dahveed from Supa Pirate Booty Hunt was there too!

Ken "Mastermind" Mora. The man makes things happen. Genius!

Goodnight Barney's. It's been a blast. Thanks Bill.

Sketchin fool!

I did this sketch at SDCC and gave it to a friend. Stay tuned on Jim Lujan.Com for a HUGE announcement....ok...a mid sized announcement. I'm going to be offering commissioned sketches very soon. Yup. Reasonably priced artistic masterpieces from yours truly crafted with love and passion, all for you! Stay tuned for details!

SDCC: PART TWO- Video!

Just a quick little video sampling of some of the Con and its atmosphere. Big thanks to Jose for sharing the table with me.

SDCC: PART ONE

SDCC: PART ONE- Now that San Diego Comic-Con has come and gone, I figured I'd share some of the photographic highlights with you. I learned a lot from exhibiting at this con (first time).  I'll be back next year and apply some of that knowledge. Here's a little sample of what went down:

The Ghettomation/Crying Macho Man booth of fun.

Me at Ghettomation Central.

The constant wall of humanity.

My neighbor and new buddy Joanna Mulder. Super funny and sells like crazy!

Somebody....show some love...

Seriously...somebody, buy something. I joke. Sales were....OK.

Aaaaah...a friendly face. Sharon Sakai!

My legendary pal, Stan Sakai. Yup. I can say that cuz were pals.

Cartoonista sighting: Geo Brawn. Making $$$ on commissions.

More Cartoonista fun: The Forever Freshman crew enjoying the moment.

THE cutest thing at the Con: BEE WOMAN! I drew her portrait. She is awesome!

Speaking of awesome Possums..Blair Kitchen an Javier Hernandez were there too!

TO BE CONTINUED.....

San Diego Comic-Con: Bill Plympton!

Can you say highlight? Bill Plympton hanging out at the Ghettomation booth. Sweet.

San Diego Comic-Con Booth K-11

These 2 knuckleheads will be sharing a booth at San Diego Comic-Con (Me and Jose)

Come by July 20th-24th if you are at San Diego Comic-Con. I'll be there, sharing a booth with my pal Jose Cabrera (Crying Macho Man).Come get some Ghettomation DVDs and merchandise and perhaps a sketch of some sort. We will also be wandering the streets of the Gaslamp District at night when we turn into werewolves. Its going to be fun. My first time selling there and first time back since 2007. See you there!

Fearsome Foursome Deal!!

Save some dough by ordering the 4 pack!

JUST ADDED: THE FEARSOME FOURSOME DVD DEAL!

$40 for 4 DVDS! Order the 4 pack of DVDs and save $8.00! Plus- you get FREE shipping! Get all 4 of my Ghettomation DVDs sent to your doorstep and lock yourself in a room and pull the curtains and say goodbye to your sanity! What a deal! Order below or in the Ghettomation Store!

Laguna Hi De Ho Pics

Yesterday the Hi De Ho Laguna event was a lot of fun. First, ,the store s in a great location. You can see the beach from the front door. Secondly, the staff was super nice. They really made us feel welcomed. Saleem (owner) thanks for having us. Most of all, it was great hanging out with friends. I got a sneak peek of what selling at San Diego Comic-con (in 2.5 weeks) will be like. A microcosm sneek peek. Best of all, my wife Leann (and friends Linda and Bill) stopped by and we hung out after the show. We all (12 of us) ended up having dinner at a place right on the beach). It was a blast....very fitting for the 4th of July weekend.

Hi De Ho Laguna Beach...what a beautiful day!

Does anyone else notice it says "Fartist" signing?

Definetly a highlite was meeting Carlos Saldana, creator of "Burrito". He bought all 4 DVDs! What a guy!!

Theres Gras...representin' P-Town!

Me and the Gumbster. He was once just a little green ball of clay.

The world's of GHOULA and CARTOON FLOPHOUSE collide. Mike Aushenker (L) was instrumental in this event.

Jose Cabrera is my long lost brother. We argue as to which of us is illegitimate.

Bill Moran exhibiting exquisite taste.

Leann hanging with the furry creature....and Mike.

Will C. Creator of Bat Bat and cage fighter supreme. I sat with Will. He rocks.

Rafael Navarro (Sonombulo creator) shot through the outside window....like Bugsy Siegel.

People who need people. Thanks to all who attended.

My new pal Lonnie Millsap talking to Jose. Both of these guys are my stunt doubles at my booth. Thanks!