Kris Black @krisblack.com · 08/07/2026Anyone else watching Cape Fear on Apple TV+ and find themselves thinking the cinematography is so good it makes you want to become a cinematographer? I love this show’s production perfection. It’s next level! 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 13/06/2026Hans Zimmer Live — Two of my favorite soundtracks are by Hans Zimmer: Man of Steel and Interstellar. One of my favorite aspects of Man of Steel are the unique instruments Chas Smith, sculptural percussionist, created for this film. Unfortunately, Chas passed away in 2024, but his music will live on.writedrawcode.comHans Zimmer Live — writeDRAWcode_Currently listening to Hans Zimmer Live on Apple Music . Two of my favorite soundtracks are by Hans Zimmer: Man of Steel and Interstellar . One of my favorite aspects of Man of Steel are the… 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 23/04/2026It's a family tradition of ours to go pick strawberries together in the spring every year 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 07/03/2026I just backed How to THINK when you DRAW BOOK 9 + REPRINTS + INKBOMB BOOK! on @kickstarter I'm getting books 1 - 9 plus the two How to Think When You Write. Anyone else got these books or doing what I'm doing and going all in this time? www.kickstarter.com/projects/... kickstarter.comHow to THINK when you DRAW BOOK 9 + REPRINTS + INKBOMB BOOK!The 9th 200 PAGE BOOK of Lorenzo Etherington's HOW TO THINK WHEN YOU DRAW ENCYCLOPEDIA + ENTIRE SERIES reprints + NEW INKBOMB BOOK! 100 1
Reposted by Kris BlackParker @jeffparker.bsky.social · 06/10/2025a galactic mic drop from Jane 15821 58
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 05/10/2025When you're at a crossroad and don't know which way to go what do you do? Me? I run in circles in the middle of the intersection. You? 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 26/09/2025Fasting is Hard Day 3 of fasting from from dinner the previous night to lunch the next day. I'm a snacker, and not snacking at night before going to bed has proven to be the hardest things I've done all week. www.writedrawcode.com/now/fasting-i… 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 15/09/2025Getting to the gym is sometimes harder than the workouts. 000 0
Reposted by Kris BlackErin Reed @erininthemorning.com · 14/09/20251. Trump threatened every hospital that provides gender affirming care to transgender youth. Many complied and shut down their programs. Boston Children's Hospital didn't. They fought back and kept providing care. And now, they just beat Trump in court. Subscribe to support our journalism.erininthemorning.comBoston Children’s Fights Back For Trans Kids: Judge Quashes Trump SubpoenaAround 2,000 BCH employees and untold numbers of patients were targeted by the DOJ. A judge just told them, “No.” 5288902923 8.9K
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 19/07/2025I made my first ever comic. It's small, some would even say it's tiny, but it's a monumental feat for me. All I've ever wanted was make a comic since I bought my first one in 1989. I finally did it. 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 15/07/2025I have 12 samples of dirt from various parts of my yard to send to Clemson University to hopefully figure out what I need to put in my lawn to get my centipede grass to grow better. 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 14/07/2025I've come to realize I don't like group events in loud restaurants. Probably because I can't hear anyone well enough to carry on a conversation. Also probably because I'm older and less tolerant of being around people. 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 06/07/2025Anyone majoring in #ComicsStudies for a Master’s or PhD degree? I’m interested in pursuing this degree. Share why you love it, what career you may be transitioning from, and if your research has a unique spin or view point. #comicstheory #comicseducation #comicsineducation 000 0
Reposted by Kris BlackGeorge Takei @georgetakei.bsky.social · 14/06/2025Know your rights before you hit the streets. Peaceful protest is protected — but only if you know how to protect yourself legally. Read, share, and stay safe. 4029541087 3K
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 17/06/2025Fantasy Map for Web Designers For my day job, I illustrated this editorial illustration that represents how someone can get started with UX design. It’s posted on my portfolio website. The idea is to show the different paths someone can take to get to the same destination. I came up with the idea…writedrawcode.comFantasy Map for Web DesignersFor my day job, I illustrated this editorial illustration that represents how someone can get started with UX design. It’s posted on my portfolio website. The idea is to show the different paths someone can take to get to the same destination. I came up with the idea to draw a fantasy map. I’m pretty sure it’s because I started a re-watch of the extended editions of the Lord of the Rings trilogy the week I worked on this illustration. 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 17/06/2025David Wiesner’s Best Page Layouts I first learned of David Wiesner while watching a video about Caldecott winners Wiesner’s book, The Three Pigs, was reviewed. I was intrigued by Wiesner’s use of comic book style panels, and how the pigs “escaped” their story to the space between pages. Similar to…writedrawcode.comDavid Wiesner’s Best Page LayoutsI first learned of David Wiesner while watching a video about Caldecott winners Wiesner’s book, The Three Pigs, was reviewed. I was intrigued by Wiesner’s use of comic book style panels, and how the pigs “escaped” their story to the space between pages. Similar to breaking the proverbial fourth wall, but in this instance, only within the confines of other storybooks. 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 19/05/2025@robliefeld.bsky.social I just wanted to say your podcast brings me lots of joy to listen to. Your positivity and love for comics is infectious and has really helped me figure things out for myself. Thanks for what you do and keep it up. P.S. I really wish you were active on Bluesky. 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 20/04/2025I think it’s safe to say Hugh Jackman as Wolverine is my John Wayne 010 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 02/04/2025If you're a Marvel enthusiast or someone who stands against the unfair treatment of individuals, I urge you to at least check out the video for this Kickstarter project, "Stan Lee: The Final Chapter." You can find it at www.kickstarter.com/projects/sta... 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 02/04/2025I use Affinity apps for freelance and personal projects. I only use Adobe for the primary/day job. It’s a bit of a learning curve but I’m loving Affinity. 020 2
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 31/03/2025From Spider-man to Building Websites: My Creative Evolution In 1981, I was five years old and my favorite cartoon was Spider-man and his Amazing Friends. The show starred your favorite web-slinger of course, and his two best friends—Firestar and Ice-man. I wanted to be Spider-man so bad. I loved…writedrawcode.comFrom Spider-man to Building Websites: My Creative EvolutionIn 1981, I was five years old and my favorite cartoon was Spider-man and his Amazing Friends. The show starred your favorite web-slinger of course, and his two best friends—Firestar and Ice-man. I wanted to be Spider-man so bad. I loved Spidey. Still do. Intro to Comics When I was in middle school I bought my first comic book that started my obsession and collecting of comics, … 020 2
Reposted by Kris BlackPhoenix by Tapbots @phoenix.tapbots.com · 05/03/2025🐦🔥 tapbots.com/phoenix/tapbots.comPhoenix for BlueskyA Bluesky client based on the award-winning Twitter app for iOS. 2272110709 2.1K
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 02/02/2025Instagram and Facebook websites deleting my back button history in my browser is asshole design in its purest form. 010 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 30/01/2025I like to randomly ask my wife every few weeks if she would like to go to blockbuster and rent a movie. 010 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 19/12/2024John Williams was 45 years old in 1977. He had already had a long, successful career in Hollywood, and was raising three kids on his own after his wife died. Then he became mega-famous. His story gives me hope for a middle-aged creator. 010 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 08/12/2024Finally, after 35 years I’ve completed my collection of @toddmcfarlane.bsky.social Amazing Spider-man. I purchased ASM #315 this morning from my local comic shop. 010 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 07/12/2024Look at me trying to be all Instagram-ish circa 2012, photographing my fancy coffee drink. I fooled you though—it’s actually a vegan hot chocolate. 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 07/12/2024Garfield. Cat people are obsessive. I know first hand because I became a cat person this year. Our kitten has accumulated more toys in the house and photos on our phones than our 14yo dog. 010 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 04/12/2024Well, @disneyplustr.bsky.social did it. They made a fun live-action Star Wars show for kids as much as it is for adults. #SkeletonCrew is so much fun. I love the kids’ acting, special effects, props, sets, costumes, and creatures (or do you call them aliens in the SW universe?) 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 30/11/2024@khalidbirdsong.bsky.social have you written a post (E.g. Substack) about your new venture into caricatures? I’m interested to know you got into it as I’m thinking about getting back to do some myself. 110 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 30/11/2024Christmas came early for me. Plenty of my favorite protein powder brand and new networking gear for the home! 000 0
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 29/11/2024For my 48th birthday, my daughter bought us tickets for my first in-person NBA game ever. Charlotte Hornets vs. New York Knicks. It’s incredible and so much fun. I hope it doesn’t take me another 48 years to attend another one. 020 2
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 29/11/2024an office manager is not a project manager. So, no, I wouldn’t always do what they tell me to do. 010 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 29/11/2024This is exciting! I didn’t realize Skeleton Crew was being released so soon. It looks really good, but so did Ewoks: The Battle for Endor in 1985. Man, that was disappointing. Hopefully, Skeleton Crew doesn’t fall to that same fate. 010 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 28/11/2024Yeah, I know. We only use oat milk for cooking and coconut milk for my daily smoothies, but cereal is the only type of food non-dairy milks just don’t cut it for me. So dry cereal it is. 100 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 28/11/2024Finally!!! Been waiting all morning to see #marvelcomics #Spider-man float in the #macythanksgivingdayparade 061 6
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 28/11/2024Interesting. Are you for or against? Personally, I’m for breakfast cereal, but being lactose intolerant, I only eat cereal dry, out of a cup; and usually for a snack before bed. 100 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 28/11/2024Calvin & Hobbes—a story about what they did after that last trip down the hill. Hot cocoa and reading the funnies by the fire? Throwing water balloons at Sally? Another game of Calvinball? Nope, none of the usual tropes, but new adventures of Calvin growing up, but still very much being Calvin.tropes.new 010 1
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 27/11/2024Like all good visual designers, I need to see a logo first before I can comment. 020 2
Kris Black @krisblack.com · 24/11/2024Picking your favorite piece of art is like trying to pick your favorite child. Sometimes. Never. I better not say anything else. 000 0
