WFD Episode 104: Dropping Some Colouring Knowledge with Tamra Bonvillain

I'm skipping 103 (for now) to bring you 104 - Mr. 104! MWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!! 

Sorry. Had to be done. 

In all seriousness - HUZZAH! 

Paul, Mike, and extra-super-amazing special guest Tamra Bonvillain gave us the wonderful Waiting for Doom Episode 104, which you can access here, and in which this happens: 

This week is doubly awesome as we not only take a look at the all new issue 8 from volume 6, but we're also joined by the colourist of the series, Tamra Bonvillain!

Down on Derington Way - 3:38
Doom Clock - 7:12
Doomsplaining - 9:45 - It's a new issue week - HOORAY! We take a look at issue 8, and are thrilled to also be joined by the colourist of the series, Tamra Bonvillain! Makre sure you've read the latest issue before joining us, as there WILL be spoilers as we discuss the events that occur in the story, while Tamra provides some insight into the creative process involved!
Mailbag O Doom - 47:35 - We read your responses to the question, "What is your favourite comic character costume combo colour?"

The main cover, by Nick Derington. 

The guys in beige. 

Larry Trainor's technical dream page. Nice composition in color. 

The Whole Patrol. Sort of. 

Reunited with her cat! 

Eddie Zilch

I'll have what she's having. 

Keeping it light and spoiler-free, I really dug this issue. I can see where it's going to make or break the run for readers, much like Morrison's work on the second volume had moments of departure that took the Doom Patrol into unexpected places and gave readers lessons in uncomfortable comics.  

Is Doom Patrol #8 the single best comic of the year? No. But it does do one hell of a job in upping the ante for what this series is about, buttoning up some lingering tales, and opening up some new questions an adventures. I dig it bunches, and cannot wait for #9. 


Derington by Way of Bonvillain
Here's a bit from Nick Derington's Twitter that I found hilarious. 

And, since Tamra Bonvillain was kind enough to be on the show, check out her work on this Star Wars Adventures #1 cover (which came out 6 September 2017, from IDW). The art is by The Unstoppable Wasp artist Elsa Charretier, with colors from Bonvillain. 

Star Wars Adventures #1 cover drawn by Charretier, colored by Bonvillain

Question of the Week:

Who no longer works in comics that you would love to see return?
I said Greg Guler. And here's a slice of why:

Episode 99: Fairy Tales and Weird Dreams OR Doug's FINALLY Caught Up After Vacation!

HUZZAH! 

A new one - or the first of a new two episodes of Waiting for Doom. As Paul and Mike describe it on their Podbean: 

Despite recent tech issues (what, again?!) Mike and Paul return with more DOOM PATROL goodness! Please note that we're not entirely tech-issue-free, as the Technology Gods decided to export this episode rather quietly, so when we say 'Yo, turn it up!', we mean it...anyway, LET'S GET PATROLLING!
• Down on Derington Way - 9:50
• Doom Clock - 17:17
• Doomsplaining - 20:43 -We continue our coverage of the Violet Valley era Patrol, as we look at issues 72 and 73 of Doom Patrol volume 2, from Rachel Pollack and Linda Medley!
• Mailbag O Doom - 44:42 - We read your responses to the question, "Who is your favourite anthropomorphic character?"

I'm going to go lightly on the text and captions, but here's the cover from Doom Patrol (volume 2) #72. 

Doom Patrol (v2) #72

. . .and #73

Not a Tom Taggart cover, but a Bob Fingerman piece. 

. . .not creepy at all.

Derington by Way of Bonvillain

Here's the solicit for Doom Patrol (v6) #10 that the gents mention. As well as a larger version of the cover. 

I'll be caught up with Waiting for Doom in a few more hours. Be sure to click back tomorrow! 

Episode 84: Zigging Instead of Zagging OR You want me to lose my dignity?

It's February and, of course, that means some new Waiting for Doom goodness! Check out the notes from Podbean:

Grimacing faces! Misproportioned bodies! Giant mountain men! Sexy ladies who are feeling the cold! That's right gang it's time for more Doom Force with Mike and Paul! Wait, Doom Force??
Down on Derington Way - 7:04
Doom Clock - 11:20
Doomsplaining - 15:16 - This week we look a special one-shot that was released after the shocking events seen in issue 57 of volume 2. Did it answer anything from the current storyline? Nope, because it was the weird, wacky parody known as DOOM FORCE, by Grant Morrison and a whole team of different artists!
Mailbag O Doom - 46:57 - We read your responses to the question, "What is your favourite parody?"

So let's get to it, here's the visuals from Doom Force #1. 

The cover

Spinner's splashtastic debut! 

The team, assembled in splash and priced to sell! 

The Scratch in the pose that Paul tried to have Mike replicate, resulting in a massive chiropractic bill. 

Anton and Una. And the four-color version of hot pink that was all the rage in the 1990s. 

Una, Anton, and the case of the surrendered dignity. 

Poor Shasta. No one loves a living mountain. 

Workman with the "WHOKK!" to put Spinner in control. 

The noggin of the Chief, or Niles Caulder's audition to play the role of the Cosmic Cube in the Marvel movies. 

We got letters. 

What a wacky issue. I like Paul's theory that this story is a dream of Danny's. But if that is the case, what ISN'T sprung from Danny's mind? 

Down on Derington Way

I meant to get here sooner, but it just hasn't happened yet. I plan to present a slightly different take on Down on Derington Way here on the MGA80 blog. I'll be calling it Derington by Way of Bonvillain. I'll still present the bits that Paul and Mike share during their segment (unless I already have, such as the note from Gerard Way in the last post that Paul read to launch the Derington Way bit), but I'll also be including bits from Tamra Bonvillain, as she has a decent Twitter presence and frequently shares her Doom Patrol work there as well as other projects she's working on. 

I've been saving some pieces and will share in the next few days, as I've cleared a bit off my plate. 

For now, here's the pieces that the guys mentioned: 

Shipping updates! 
According to DC's site, Doom Patrol #5 is now shipping March 8 (or 8 March for the rest of the world outside the US) and the Director's Cut is now March 29, which is currently the same day as Doom Patrol #6. 

Paul and Mike did mention the incredibly awesome DC in the 80s site and zine. I have a copy and will be sharing some thoughts about it over on Comicosity, as well as hopefully having a chat with Justin, the man with the plan for DC in the 80s. Here's a link to the Steve Lightle interview. And another link to all of their tagged Doom Patrol coverage, which includes some stellar fan art and other fun bits, like an interview with Richard Case. Check 'em out! 

Question of the Week time! 
The question, as proposed by the Waiting for Doom blokes is: Where would you like to be locked in overnight? 

And, one last thing before I tie this off, thank you. Y'all are a small but mighty bunch here, and DC has recognized that. Check out the comments from last post to see what I mean. 

Episode 81: What Now? Nao Yut. That’s What. OR What Do You Mean "Dead"?

Beginning Year Three of Waiting for Doom and on the precipice of Year Eight (for real) of this blog, let's get rolling on the coverage for Waiting for Doom Episode 81. 


From the January 12, 2017 Podbean post:

Given that the final episode of 2016 featured death so prominently (and let's face it, so did that year in general, I mean, really) it only seems natural to start off the new year in a similar morbid style! So sit back and enjoy this fun-filled adventure with a happy ending (WINK) as Mike and Paul launch YEAR THREE of WAITING FOR DOOOOOOOOOOM!Down on Derington Way - 9:41Doom Clock - 13:59Doomsplaining - 17:01 - Our first episode of 2017 takes us back to volume 3 of Doom Patrol, specifically issues 5 and 6, from John Arcudi and Tan Eng Huat!Mailbag O Doom - 53:10 - We read your responses to the question, "What was the best thing about 2016"

So let's get back to the Arcudi-Huat run, starting right here with the cover for Doom Patrol (v3) #5.

And now, some images from Issue #5.

Huat did not use traditional panel or page layout design. 

Gar still has it. 

More of the Doom Patrols in action. 

Shyleen's just waiting for her chance to headline Hot Hands: Rebirth. 

Ted being a jerk. Robotman being annoyed. Shyleen being nekkid. 

The first appearance of Brian.
And
The big call on a big phone. Except NOBODY is there. 

Ralph busting Ted's chops. 

A bone to pick with Nao Yut. 

Robotman adds a new power to his Who's Who listing. 

Issue #6

Brian's second appearance. 

Dysfunction, thy name is Doom Patrol. 

I mean they can't even hug each other without causing problems. 

Ted takes  it out on technology. 

The depths of darkness with Ava.

Ted started drinking with My Greatest Adventure #80. Cliff gets dinged up a LOT. 

Ted is so darn sensitive. 

Nobody has mentioned that other surviving member. . . 

And what would a Waiting for Doom-centric entry be without some Derington Way goodness? 
Well, OK, it's mostly Derington, but it is waaaaay good! 

Looks like Casey's ready to get back into action. 

Head and shoulders above the rest, that Derington fella. 

Looking kinda Atomic Knight-y to me. 

The First 2017 Waiting for Doom Question of the Week
What is the best cliffhanger ending to something?