Bigfoot - The Black and White pages!

In a black and white world...

There is good.

And there is evil.

Today we're giving you a little bit of both.  No context, no dialogue, just some random images from the fifth issue of Bigfoot - Sword of the Earthman!

Happy Winter Solstice!

Issue five of this little sci-fi sword, sorcery and sasquatch epic is coming soon!

And don't forget, you can still get caught up on issues 1 - 4 by visiting the Bigfoot Store!

Stay tuned!

Josh S. Henaman

Bigfoot - SOTE Issue 5... an image tease

A hint of what's to come...

Cheers!

Josh S. Henaman 

The Not-So Secret History of the Beacon Soldiers

A couple of months ago, I posted the black & white pages for the back-up feature that was unfortunately cut from issue #2.  And here they are again... NOW IN COLOR!

The first image is the alternate cover to #2.

Enjoy!

Until next time!

Cheers!

Josh S. Henaman

Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are... on Mars?

"No one knew how he got here, no one knew where he came from.  But after today... everyone would know his name."  

Bigfoot... Bagworm... Lord Jeoffa... Korovan Muspin... Malona the Damned...

Everyone has a name.  Everyone plays a part.

But what about the others?  What about the background characters who really haven't done anything other than to pop up in the crowd scenes only to never be seen again?

I've always been curious what the world looks like through the non-player characters' eyes.  They're the ultimate "everyman".

They're the guys (or girls) who get none of the credit and see none of the glory.  Naive to the world, but a witness to its epic events nonetheless.

Here are two of my favorites...

Who are these yahoos?  What brought them to this exact moment? And are they content in their lives knowing no one will ever hold a parade in their honor or a feast in their name?  More importantly...

What are their names?

I wonder... Maybe someday we'll have to hold a contest to find out.  

Until next time, 

Josh S. Henaman 

p.s. I also wonder what this less-than well-traveled, but tired nonetheless, denizen of the jungle has to say about all this...

"(sigh) I never get chosen to have a name."

Bigfoot Four... The Reviews!

Spring is a memory, summer is waning and Autumn is just around the corner...

Issue 4 already!? We're over halfway there!

Sounds like the perfect time for a Bigfoot comic recap!

More specifically, let's see what everyone's been saying about Bigfoot - Sword of the Earthman #4, "The Poachers of Turonia!"

"If you're looking for something odd and epic, Bigfoot is turning out to be a pretty cool comic." -- Greg Burgas, Comics Should Be Good, Comic Book Resources

"This is one of the most impressive creator-owned series I've read in a while... I guarantee you will love this." -- Cody "Thorverine" Ferrell, Comic Book Therapy

"This has been one hell of a series!" -- Cory Thrall, Bag & Bored

"You should be reading this comic. Like right now, you should be reading it." -- Ben Rhodes, Fanboy Comics

"It's an exciting sci-fi epic that wouldn't look out of place if it were a summer blockbuster movie!" -- Nicolo Parungo, FlipGeeks

"I can honestly say I haven't had many WTF moments in my comics-reading career... Bigfoot was one of those moments... It continues to defy expectations!" -- Sean D. Daily

"Artist Taylor and colorist Bonvillain make this independent tale hit home!" -- Richard Boom, Comics for Sinners

"Possibly the best comic book concept of the year... Henaman, Taylor and Bonvillain have something that could take the comic world by storm!" -- Kristian Horn, Part-Time Fanboy

Josh has also been making the rounds, spreading the word and talking all things Bigfoot!

Slice of Sci-Fi Podcast!

In This Issue Podcast: Vol. 2, issue 43!

And finally, Josh did a couple of guest posts on BLEEDING COOL!! Within the posts, he talked about the plight of the self-publisher, what it took to find an artist and get it out there and ultimately what he had to do to get some of the most kickass stores out there interested in giving it a shot!

Bleeding Cool: Part One!
Bleeding Cool: Part Two!

We'll update this page as more reviews and odd shenanigans come in!

Cheers!

Josh S. Henaman

Bigfoot - Sword of the Earthman #4 -- Available NOW!

Yep, get your copy TODAY!

Didn't we just say that? 

In case you missed it, you can see the preview of our little Bigfoot comic book HERE!

Or visit a badass retailer HERE! If they don't have it, have them contact me directly.  We'll get it to you!

And of course, the BIGFOOT STORE is always open!

Thanks for all the support!

Cheers!

Josh S. Henaman

Bigfoot Issue #4 Cover and Pre-Order!

Words cannot describe the awesomeness that is a Korovan Muspin cover!

"I fear no one."

The art on this issue is going to blow you away.  Andy and Tom absolutely went beyond anything we have seen previously.  You are going to be amazed.

And in case I did not emphasize this enough... You can PRE-ORDER issue #4 now!

Cheers!

Josh S. Henaman

Coming soon! Bigfoot issue #4!

Alternates, Backups and One Giant Beacon...

Hey everybody!

As we near the close of June, I thought I'd give you a few pages of alternates!

As some of you might know (and as I'm learning with every issue,) things can change on the fly.  Issue #1 included a great backup feature with the 4-page history of Korovan Muspin and throughout the production of issue #2 we set out to replicate that same idea. 22 pages of Bigfoot and a 4-page backup.  Well, as I stated above, changes were afoot and with a printer switch we were now down a couple of pages.  So, instead of the 22 + 4, we opted for 24 pages of story.

But that was AFTER Andy had already completed the backup feature.  

I was always of the mind that we would finish the colors and include the 4-page sequence in the trade, but in this weekend of alternates... I think the time is now.  

Without further ado, the History of the Great Beacon. 

I can't wait to see these with colors.  

Have a good one!

Josh S. Henaman 

Bigfoot... The Primer!

Hey everybody,

I've always considered myself a huge "Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe" and "Who's Who: The Definitive Directory of the DC Universe" kind of guy.  I loved the profiles, the locations and even the random weapons installments.  Growing up, they were my go-to guides on all things Marvel and DC.  Recently on Twitter, when someone asked what my most cherished comic as a kid was, I instantly said my complete run of OHOTMU.

So, needless to say, I was more than a little excited when Jorge Alvarez contacted me regarding some info he was gathering for Comicvine's wiki on our Bigfoot comic book, Bigfoot - Sword of the Earthman.

After a few emails back and forth, Jorge gathered issue breakdowns, character profiles, random bits of artwork and an epic poem or two and put together a damned fine looking "Who's Who (and What's What) of the Bigfoot Universe.

There are a few things I wasn't prepared for when I started this Bigfoot journey and having a wiki of the various issues was one of them.  There's a certain childlike glee that has me thinking, "This is your universe, you started this." And to see it play out like this, I can't tell you how excited that makes me feel.  And what's even cooler?  It will only grow from here!

So, without further ado...

Bigfoot - Sword of the Earthman - The Comicvine Wiki

Special thanks to Jorge for getting the ball rolling on this.

Also, check out Jorge's recently launched "Comic Unknown" for a new addition to the world of reviews, interviews and general badassery.

And remember, our Bigfoot Store is open!

Cheers!

Josh S. Henaman

p.s. Be sure to check out my Comicvine profile pic! Right on!

The Bigfoot Store!

Good morning,

After Vegas, we're seeing a lot of new faces around here.  Just a reminder, the Bigfoot Store is open!

If you're nowhere near one of the Bigfoot Retailers, you can always order some of our Bigfoot comic books directly from us at the appropriately named Bigfoot Store!

Thanks again and happy reading!

Josh S. Henaman

And don't forget to follow Josh on Twitter @JoshSHenaman

The Weekend of Alternates!

Here is an alternate cover to issue #2.  Ultimately, the decision was made to showcase the beacon firing, so this one unfortunately took a backseat.

Maybe down the road this one will resurface for a con-exclusive or a second printing.

Have a great weekend,

Josh S. Henaman

p.s. Follow Josh on Twitter @JoshSHenaman for more updates and random Bigfoot thoughts!

Best of Bigfoot... Issue 3's Greatest Moment!

Hey everybody,

It's that time again!  A lot has happened in the last couple of weeks concerning Bigfoot.  First off, Bigfoot and I had a stellar showing at the Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con!  Whether you're a fan or a creator, this show is a must.  We caught it in its first year, so it will only get bigger!  Highly recommended.

We also met some great retailers and have some things in the works, so we'll keep you posted on those updates!

Anyway, on with the greatest moment of issue 3!

As you know, I've been posting what I think are the greatest moments of the previous issues and I have to say Issue #3 has my favorite.  What I think is particularly awesome is that it's my favorite sequence not because it's some great action piece or some enormous splash page, but rather it's the emotion behind it.

Or more specifically, it's the subtle emotions we see from both Bigfoot and Bagworm.

Okay, this panel isn't the most subtle, but it conveys Bagworm's anger perfectly.  Prior to this moment, all we knew of Bagworm is he's constantly talking about money and his desire to make his fortune.  Moments earlier, he actually had his future in his hands as he reveled in the treasures of Olympus Mons...

Until Bigfoot "saves him."

And it's in this moment that we see Bigfoot in an entirely different light.  Prior to this page, we never really knew what Bigfoot was thinking.  We didn't even really know if he understood what was going on.  He was more reactive than anything.  We knew Bagworm wanted to steal the Heart of the Sun, but  we didn't know what Bigfoot really wanted.

Until now...

In one page, everything changes. 

We now know Bigfoot isn't just a "dumb animal."

He understands.  

And that's why I think this entire sequence is great.  Bigfoot isn't just a passive observer, he's an active participant... He "gets" what's happening.

And Bagworm realizes this as well.  

As a result, things go downhill fast.  And they're only going to get worse.  

Until next time...

Josh S. Henaman 

p.s. With three issues down, that can only mean we're ready for some teases of what's to come!

Cheers!

Sword, Slots & Sasquatch! Bigfoot in Vegas, baby!

Josh and Bigfoot will be in Vegas all weekend!

And if you're in the area and have kids, be sure and stop by on Sunday! It's KIDS DAY! We'll have some awesome black and white pages for the kids to color!

Spread the word and we'll see you there!

Josh S. Henaman

Star Wars, Star Trek... and Buckaroo Banzai!

So... have you ever wondered what Josh sounds like?

Wonder no more!

The Fanboy Scoop - Week in Review Podcast is HERE!

I won't lie. As my first podcast experience, I was a little nervous going into this one.  But rest assured, the Fanboy Comics gang put on a great show (and made me look good!)  In this episode, I let 'em know what I'm excited about, enjoy some talk on Game of Thrones, learn what love is regarding YA lit and get into some great debate on the merits of good vs. bad science in sci-fi!

And I suppose you could say I also alienated the entire Star Wars fanbase...

"As if a million voices cried out... shut your hole, Henaman!"

Well, at least I did the Blue Blaze Irregulars proud.

Anyway, check it out and let me know what you think. I had a blast.

Fanboy Scoop - Week In Review

Twitter: @FanboyComix

Also, here are some links to the excellent reviews Bigfoot's received from Fanboy Comics!

B:SOTE #1

B:SOTE #2

B:SOTE #3

Until next time!

Josh S. Henaman

p.s. Thank you, Barbra Dillon, Kristine Chester, Shannon Cabeen, Drew Siragusa and Sam Rhodes for making me feel at home!

Week of Awesome Continues

It's Thursday... time for some more awesome.

This time we're talking about the defining moment of issue #2.  

In this one, it's all about Bagworm.

As you may recall from issue #1, Bagworm was seen as kind of an opportunistic sleazeball.  In issue #2, he proves it.

After a devastating attack by a horde of moth-vampires, Captain Radu attempts to rally his remaining soldiers for one last attack on the hordes' hive.  Predictably, after seeing their brothers die horribly, no one volunteers.

No one, except...

That's right. Bagworm the... Brave? 

Hardly. 

It seems Bagworm has his eye on a jewel called, "The Heart of the Sun" and the only way to retrieve said jewel is to sneak into the hive.  

What follows next is a bit of dialogue that perfectly sums up Bagworm's motivations that will carry him through the next couple of issues. 

"I've read tales of stealing baubles from the breasts of princesses. And committed to the mindscroll stories of pilfering the seeds of the Holy Fruit from the Gardens of Shan. But never has anyone proposed to steal the Heart of the Sun, a gem lost to the scrolls of time and memory. Stealth and cunning were a prerequisite to become a member of the scribe caste.  So I have no doubt I can sneak us in... Provided we have a distraction."

And as Bagworm predicted, he got his distraction. 

Willing to sacrifice a group of soldiers for his own gain?  Yep, that's our Castor Bagworm.

And of course, things don't go as planned.  

A skim-ship carrying Bigfoot, Bagworm and a group of vengeful soldiers barreling into a moth-vampire trap?  Now THAT is a cool moment.

Next up in our Bigfoot comic book tour... Issue #3!

Have a good one,

Josh S. Henaman

B.A.M. is back! And Bigfoot's taking names!

Welcome back, everybody!

I don't know how many of you frequent our Facebook page, but a few days ago I posted a brief blurb on last year's series of posts for the month of June (aka Bigfoot Awareness Month!)  Since we're in the comic book biz, and for the love of continuity, we're doing it again!

June... is ... Bigfoot Awareness Month!

And what better way to start than to give a rundown of what I consider the defining moments of the past three issues!

Boom.

Stinkin' bugs...

A berserk Bigfoot going ballistic on a swarm of deadly ant creatures... what's not to love?

The opening description on the scripted page reads: "Bigfoot kicks ass."  So naturally, Andy and Tom knocked it out of the park.

As much as I dote on the iconic look of a scarred and battle-weary Bigfoot on page 2, the image of our hero absolutely thrashing his way out of the swarm on page 18 sets the tone of where we'll ultimately take the book.  This isn't Harry and the Hendersons.  Amidst the underlying situational humor involved in the adventures of Bigfoot and his alien sidekick, Bagworm, this is a deadly serious world.

And page 19 continues the spectacle...

Punch, kick, body slam!

So yeah, this entire sequence sets the tone of our comic.

Up next... Josh's defining moment of issue #2!

Happy Bigfoot Awareness Month!

Josh S. Henaman

Bigfoot Sightings All Over!

Hey everybody!

If you've been following us on Facebook, then you've probably seen quite a few of our "Bigfoot Sightings" posts.  If not, well,  whenever we're able to get our little Bigfoot comic book into a new store we make a big announcement about a new "Sighting".

But that got me thinking...

What about all of our single Bigfoot Sightings via our Storenvy site?  Where are they all located?

Seems to me we've got a good chunk of the U.S. covered!

Wake up, Idaho!

Apologies to Hawaii, New Zealand and Australia, I need to get a bigger map!

Thanks again for all of the support!  Issue #4 is right around the corner!

And if you're new to the Bigfoot world, welcome aboard!  You can buy issues 1 - 3 RIGHT HERE!

Cheers!

Josh S. Henaman 

Issue #3... Available now!

Without further ado... Bigfoot - Sword of the Earthman #3 Order it NOW!

You can Order here!

Spread the word and enjoy!

Until next time, 

Josh S. Henaman

Coming soon...

... Issue #3 of Bigfoot - Sword of the Earthman.

The cover.

Next up... the comic book preview.

See you soon,

Josh S. Henaman

Wondercon... The Panel!

Heading to Wondercon?  Bigfoot and I (Josh) will be there (March 29 - 31.)  Swing by Artist Alley table 175 (under "Brewhouse Comics") and pick up some swag!  You can also see some upcoming artwork for issues #3 and #4.

And on Saturday, be sure to head on over to room 210A at 6:00pm.

Why?

A few weeks ago, I was asked by Kiel Phegley over at Comic Book Resources to join Sam Humphries and Ian Brill to talk self-publishing!  Needless to say, I am beyond excited and honored.

Stop on by and say hello!  We'll have Bigfoot comics galore!

Josh S. Henaman

Bigfoot Sighting at Wondercon!

Swing by and meet Josh!  Pick up some swag (buttons, posters, a Bigfoot comic or two!) and get your photo taken with a 7 ft. tall Bigfoot!

Hope to see you there!

Josh S. Henaman

Bigfoot in the wild!

Here are a couple of shots of the elusive "ape-man" as seen in the wild...

First up is Blastoff Comics in North Hollywood, CA.

Blastoff Comics - North Hollywood

Next up is Meltdown Comics in West Hollywood, CA.

Meltdown Comics - West Hollywood

If anybody else has a "sighting" in the wild, send us a photo at brewhousecomics[at]gmail.com and we'll post it here!

Thanks to all of the "Brewhouse Thirteen!" for supporting our comic, Bigfoot - Sword of the Earthman!

And if you're not close to one of the thirteen, you can always pick up a copy via our Bigfoot Store!

Have a good one,

Josh S. Henaman

Bigfoot Digital is HERE!

The print version of Issue #2 is right around the corner, so what better way to get brought up to speed than to check out Issue #1 on Amazon Kindle or iTunes!  (Perfect if you have a Kindle, Kindle Fire, iPad, iPhone or iPod Touch!)

Oh, and did we mention the digital version is only 99 cents?!

And need I remind you... if you dig us digitally, you're going to love us in print!

And be sure to check back often as we get uploaded to Nook, Kobo, etc.

Our Bigfoot comic has just gone where no Bigfoot has gone before...

The Bigfoot EBOOK store is open!

Have a good one,

Josh S. Henaman