brattyben

Name: Ben Perkins

My name is Ben Perkins.  I was born in 1976 and I am a comic artist.

I live in Portland, OR with my two kids and enjoy all the things that both bring.  I am currently working on various projects, including my own creator owned graphic novel.

Check out my stuff at www.brattyben.deviantart.com




The Best of the Week in... Covers (11/04/09)

On Nov 5, 2009 1:11 PM

I live in Portland, (Stumptown, P-town), whatever you want to call it.  Anyway, that cover is also awesome because I can pretty much place the area where that background is being referenced, which to me, is pretty frickin' cool.   

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The Will vs. The Fear

On Nov 3, 2009 8:48 AM

Josh, great article.  I am empathetic because I'm in the same boat.  I've been writing and drawing and at first, yeah, the fear was VERY real.  Something along the lines of, "Why should I do this?"  "No one is going to pay attention to someone like me.", ect. I overcame all that with the simple notion that I love what I do very very much, and if I only ...

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Reprint: iFanboy - Episode #73 - Stan Lee

On Oct 21, 2009 3:00 AM

Nice episode guys.  I love Stan Lee, but, man, sometimes he just gets stale.  I swear I've heard most of those stories a million times. Having said that, if he wasn't so charming, though, I wouldn't be captivated!  Excelsior!

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Reprint: iFanboy - Episode #80 - Alex Robinson

On Oct 14, 2009 3:00 AM

Awesome interview.  I really liked that first question about the transition from hobby to full time job.  I'm trying to make a living as a cartoonist, and I can't imagine a more nervwracking experience.  Like jumping without a net. Nice to see a man in his environment.  You both seemed pretty comfortable, and it's great seeing your admiration for him Josh.  You can te...

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Book of the Month - 3 Story - The Secret History of The Giant Man

On Oct 11, 2009 2:11 PM

Thanks, Ron!  I'm totally going to be getting this book on payday!  Sounds like it's right up my alley. Good lookin' out!

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'Planet Hulk' Hits on DVD February 2, 2010

On Oct 9, 2009 7:10 PM

Probably one of the best Hulk storylines in a long, long time.  I'm totally down for this animated version.  Plus, I love that they made Hulk's eyes red.  Very cool.  

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The iFanboy Letter Column - 10/09/2009

On Oct 9, 2009 1:00 PM

Josh, I would also suggest to Randall picking up any of the Loeb/Sale color books from Marvel.  Those have a great sense of the Marvel universe, really gets into the characters, and are just GODAMN BEAUTIFUL.

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Superhero Creation: Inspiration or Insanity?

On Oct 8, 2009 12:00 PM

This is an extremely interesting idea.  I write myself, and use experiences and snippets of conversation to inform my writing.  I think most of it is that cathartic release we maybe didn't get from any type of experience.  I was attacked a few months ago in front of my children, and got knocked out.  That experience made me feel weak, inaffective, and de-masculated.  I...

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You'll Appreciate This: Breakfast of the Gods

On Oct 5, 2009 11:30 AM

This looks fun, but, oh what a chore it is to leap from page to page.  A better viewing format definitely would be appreciated, methinks.   Thanks for the link!

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An Early Glimpse at 'Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths'

On Oct 2, 2009 12:30 PM

This is probably going to set a new level for their animated movies.  At least I hope so.  Just in terms of voice acting alone, I'm totally excited for this flick. Harmon as Supes?  Brilliant.  Noth? WOODS?  Amazing.  I've been waiting for a Woods comeback, and I'm glad it'll be with Owlman, my favorite character from the Syndicate!

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