All New Fathom # 7 Review

ALL NEW FATHOM # 7
Written by David Wohl
Art by Alex Konat, Mark Roslan, John Ereck & Erick Arciniega
Aspen Comics 

This will be a spoiler free review.

   OH MY GOD! Okay. The penultimate issue of the maxiseries lives up to the hype. While Aspen, Killian and Chance face Vana ... Muiria is attacked by our little princess ... all grown up. And NOTHING will be the same.

THE GOOD:
     Konat and the rest of the art team render one of the most beautiful books to ever hit the stands. Every detail, every background, every facial expression, every single being in this book is rendered to near perfection. Lively detail, wonderously multi-faceted colors and energetic panels let this book really fly. The art is nice, polished and clean with some great digital inking by Roslan and Ereck. Arciniega performs his best color work in this issue. And I can honestly say that Konat draws for this life this issue ... and makes it immortal. The emotional heaviness of the issue just explodes on to these pages and I could not be happier.
    Wohl writes an action packed, strongly emotional issue. This issue is definitely a point of no return with some of our characters and Wohl makes all the work he's done building up to it start paying off in more thans than imaginable. This issue actually made me feel very disturbed. Since reading the events of Fathom- The Elite Saga to this issue ... it all builds and builds well. Aspen is stronger and more confident than ever yet still has a great vunerbility to her character that Wohl allows readers to know; which really makes her one of the best female characters out there. This issue stands among one of the best reads this year ... between the action and the emotional tension, this book demonstrates why to love comics.

THE BAD:
    Bad does not exist in this book ... save for one particular event for one particular character. And I feel so sorry for  ********.


THE VERDICT:
    The art is superb beyond belief and this issue made me tear up. The writing is some of Wohl's best. This is definitely going down as possibly one of the best single issues of any comic I read this year. Grab this book. I give ALL NEW FATHOM #7 a perfect 5 ... out of 5. Buy it Wednesday!

Preview: ALL NEW FATHOM # 6

ALL NEW FATHOM #6
David Wohl – Story / Alex Konat – Art / Beth Sotelo – Colors


A new direction in the FATHOM Universe continues!

As Aspen and Chance begin to understand the true implications of Vana's master plan, they realize that the whole world could be in danger, both above and below the seas. But, it may already be too late to reverse the damage! Meanwhile, in Muria, Anya's desperate search for answers regarding her daughter's disappearance lead her to a very surprising, and tragic, conclusion!
Writer David Wohl, artist Alex Konat and colorist Beth Sotelo team up once again to bring you the latest adventures of Michael Turner’s most beloved creation!

ALL NEW FATHOM #6 is in stores April 16th, 2014!

1st Impressions: ALL NEW FATHOM # 5

ALL NEW FATHOM # 5
Written by David Wohl & Frank Mastromauro
Art by Alex Konat, Mark Roslan & Peter Steigerwald
Aspen Comics

FLIPPING THROUGH:
                Open this issue with Aspen, Chance and Judith having some lunch till unexpected trouble finds them. They get help from Fyodor Luzhin, the Russian that offered a job dealing with Blue/Military weaponry. Because of ice popping up everywhere, Aspen and Chance head to Russia with Fyodor to see how bad things are. And things only get worse when some secrets revealed end up causing tension between Aspen and Fyodor.

ART:

                Konat has got his stride here. The pencils in this issue are by far some of the best work in Konat’s career. With Roslan’s inks, there was such rich and detailed panel work that the most mundane actions were quite breath taking to look at. Aspen looks absolutely beautiful this issue and Chance is rigged as ever.
                Konat and Roslan give us great panel composition and kinetic action that really are a feast to the eyes. Steigerwald’s colors are a perfect fit to Konat and Roslan’s work. The colors were used well, with a nice blend of shading and tone shifts to set the right mood for each panel.  The backgrounds are nice and detailed as well.  And the overall look of the book is just magnificent. This is how you kick off the new year!

WRITING:

                Wohl does a great job building up events this issue. Using the plot that Mastromauro and he created, Wohl weaves a great issue that helps build upon previous issues and starts setting the stage for the next set of issues. After last issue being very Vana heavy, we only get one scene with her and her “daughter”, which turns out to be fine. Aspen and Chance get a good amount of development this issue. Aspen knows she is in a rock and a hard place and she knows she needs help; hence her going to Russia after being adamantly against it originally. This gives Wohl an opportunity to show us the growth that Aspen is having; dealing with doing the right thing.

                Chance stands behind Aspen during her trip to Russia; finding himself ready to fight again even after they had walked away from each other before. There was even the awkward question if they were a couple and they both said now at the start of the issue; although, you can definitely seen the tension between them.  It is a good touch on the relationship between these two characters to see where they are now.

                Fyodor did not end up being as much of a scumbag as I thought he would be, which I give Wohl kudos for. There are plenty of them already in this book.  Yet, besides that, there is a lot of set up to the end and Wohl paces the entire issue well; giving us a solid ending.

OVERALL IMPRESSION:

                Best issue of the series yet. Writing and Art was absolutely incredible. 

RATING:

                I give All New Fathom # 5 … a 10 … out of 10. Pick it up on January 29^th!

Preview: ALL NEW FATHOM # 5

ALL NEW FATHOM #5
David Wohl ­ Story / Alex Konat ­ Art / Peter Steigerwald ­ Colors

A new direction in the FATHOM Universe continues!

Believing the undersea threat from Vana to be over, Aspen Matthews returns to the surface to try to resume a normal life and finds an old flame waiting for her upon her arrival--Chance Calloway. Meanwhile, tensions rise beneath
the surface as the true extent of Vana's scheme begins to manifest, and she reveals her actual target--the Capital city of the Blue, Muria!

Writer David Wohl, artist Alex Konat and colorist Peter Steigerwald team up once again to bring you the latest adventures of Michael Turner's most beloved creation!

ALL NEW FATHOM #5 is in stores January 29th, 2013!

1st Impression: ALL NEW FATHOM # 4

ALL NEW FATHOM #4

Written by David Wohl & Frank Mastromauro
Art by Cory Smith, Alex Konat, Mark Roslan & Peter Steigerwald

Aspen Comics

FLIPPING THROUGH:

                This issue starts to get into the meat and potatoes of the story as we open with some more startling effects of Vana’s plan hitting all around the world. Aspen goes to get help from the Human-Blue Relations office. Yet, Aspen finds that to be a bust till an old friend appears. Meanwhile, Killian goes with some troops to confront Vana.

ART:

                This issue was split between Konat and Smith on pencils. And overall, it is a solidly drawn issue. Smith’s slightly less detailed style seems a bit of a speed  bump in terms of visual changes but it works. The panels are detailed. The backgrounds are full of life. Killian’s scenes were handled by Smith, who does a great job with them. Konat delivers on his pages like always. There was great panel composition, human expression. While Konat’s lines and inking seems a bit cleaner (inking his pages was Roslan), Smith’s inks really work with the heavier inks, as his portions were definitely the “darker” part of the story. Besides the two styles feeling like they don’t complement each other at first, they actually work well together by the end of the book. Steigerwald hits a home run with the coloring for both pencilers, really bring out the best in both. A pretty good job.

WRITING:

                Wohl writes a great issue here. Things are going from bad to worse and Aspen is being proactive; which I found to be a treat. Aspen, overall, is really starting to be an even stronger character as her experience is letting her make decisions for the best of the planet; not necessarily for herself. And while there is a nobility to it, Aspen still retains that this is important but so is her own life she’s building. Her interactions at the Human-Blue Relations Center proved that.

                Yet, the REAL focus of this issue went to Killian. Killian definitely seemed to be do his best to go about things peacefully, as he was commanded to be rather than aggressively, like he wanted to be. Wohl definitely gives us a different side of Killian this issue as he holds steadfast to his duty as he meets with Vana. The issue has some great dialogue and surprises that really work. And Killian meets a “familiar” face once he goes to Vana; which made the issue that much more impactful. Some great pacing from Wohl as well.

OVERALL IMPRESSION:

                The style styles might seem to clash at first but you get comfortable between the two by the end of the book. Solid art. Great story and development.

RATING:

                I give All New Fathom # 4 an 8 … out of 10. Buy it Wednesday, November 27^th, 2013.

Preview: All New Fathom # 4

ALL NEW FATHOM #4
David Wohl ­ Story / Cory Smith, Alex Konat ­ Art / Peter Steigerwald ­
Colors

A new direction in the FATHOM Universe begins!

As Vana brings her attacks below the surface and against the rest of the Blue, Aspen must return to Muria and team up with Killian in an attempt to stem the tide of destruction while trying to discover the truth of what Vana's intentions are. But whose side is Killian really on, and are his motives as genuine as they appear to be?

ALL NEW FATHOM #4 is in stores November 20th, 2013!

Covers by Michael Turner (wraparound), Koi Turnbull, Ale Garza and Alex
Konat!

1st Impressions: ALL NEW FATHOM # 3 Review

ALL NEW FATHOM # 3

Written by David Wohl & Frank Mastromauro
Art by Alex Konat, Mark Roslan, Beth Sotelo & John Starr

Aspen Comics

FLIPPING THROUGH:

                Aspen goes to Siphon to talk about what’s been doing on, running into Killian. Yet, Killian seems oddly detached since the events of “The Elite Saga”, which troubles Aspen. As she tries to just deliver her news and go, Siphon insists she joins them in investigating. Meanwhile, a giant ice pillar has surfaced in the middle of the Grand Canyon as Chance’s plane is going straight towards it. Finally, we see more of what is going on with Vana’s “daughter.”

ART:

                Konat and Roslan, once again, deliver a visually breath taking issue. There is wonderful detail in all the characters to make them distinct. There are people of different sizes and colors that are rendered well. Konat and Roslan also give some immersive backgrounds that just pop out at you. Panel composition was solid. And the colors by Sotelo and Starr continue to make this book look amazing. Konat and Roslan seem to hit their stride here as every last detail of this book is a feast for the eyes. Really strong amazing work.

WRITING:

                Wohl and Mastromauro pen a solid issue. The pacing of the issue was very static with very little occurring in terms of action, save for the plane, but that was a good thing. We got a chance to see Chance shine, which we have not in some time. Meanwile, the majority of the issue is used for character development. We get more of an idea of the Blue now ruled by Siphon. We also get some great character bits by the “Princess” and Killian. Aspen, even though she is observing what’s going on for most of the issue, goes through some character development herself. She did not want to go back and investigate but she is dragged in anyway. And she seems to be taking a close look at Killian’s actions as well as her powers compared to his. Wohl and Mastromauro make sure that we feel what Aspen feels; that something is up with Killian. This other mystery on top of everything else is starting to mount tension and impact for what’s to come. Smart writing by the duo.  And while this issue did not blow me away in terms of events, I do appreciate the character development taking place.

OVERALL IMPRESSION:

                This didn’t send me to the moon but it was a strong, character issue. The art is amazing. The pacing is good. The events are as big as they felt the last 2 issues but they didn’t need to be. I enjoyed the issue.

RATING:
                I give ALL NEW FATHOM # 3 an 8 out of 10. 

Preview: ALL NEW FATHOM # 3

ALL NEW FATHOM #3
David Wohl ­ Story / Alex Konat ­ Art / Beth Sotelo, John Starr ­ Colors /
Josh Reed - Letters
A new direction in the FATHOM Universe begins!

Aspen Matthews attempts to return to a normal life with her fellow humans
after turning down the Blue's pleas for help. However, the ice queen Vana
and her deadly minions step up their machinations with a devastating attack
on the surface world. Yet, the biggest surprise may be the return of one of
Fathom's most instrumental characters--and someone that shares a painful
past with Aspen!

Writer David Wohl, artist Alex Konat and colorist Beth Sotelo team up once
again to bring you the latest adventures of Michael Turner¹s most beloved
creation!

ALL NEW FATHOM #3 is in stores October 30, 2013!

Comics News: Aspen Comics Hits Dragon Con 2013 With Aquarium Beach Party & Costume Contest

Aspen Dragon Con 2013 Appearance to Feature Aquarium Beach Party

Press Release

08-26-13

In celebration of their tenth anniversary and Fathom’s 15^th Anniversary, Aspen Comics in association with Dragon Con 2013 will be hosting an Aspen Comics Beach Party at the landmark Georgia Aquarium on Saturday, August 31^st. Featuring DJ Spider, an Aspen-themed costume contest, and a special live dive with the whale sharks by the creators behind Fathom, Soulfire and other notable Aspen hits, this is a one-of-a-kind night to commemorate ten years of Aspen Comics at Dragon Con.    

Aspen creators Frank Mastromauro, Peter Steigerwald, Siya Oum, Alex Konat and Jordan Gunderson will be appearing at the Aspen Comics Booth in Artist’s Alley as well as the Aspen Comics Beach Party, and offering new Dragon Con 2013 exclusives as well as free sketches and live cosplay photo ops throughout the weekend.

In addition to the special Beach Party event and booth appearances, the publisher will be offering three new exclusive books for the show, beginning with the world premiere of their seventh “10 for 10” title, Overtaken, with a special issue one Dragon Con 2013 cover by Siya Oum, limited to 200 copies. Also, Aspen will be offering an All New Fathom #2 Dragon Con 2013 exclusive cover by Alex Konat and Peter Steigerwald, limited to 200 copies.

Aspen will also be offering the latest Aspen Tour Print 2013 Anniversary Edition by Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald, limited to 75 editions, as well as a new lineup of their industry-leading art prints.

The Aspen Comics Booth in Artist’s Alley will also be featuring free live cosplay photo ops with cosplayers Jenifer Ann and Heather 1337 throughout the weekend as they will be appearing as Aspen’s popular heroines, Soulfire’s Grace and Fathom’s Kiani

Aspen Beach Party Costume Contest Contestants will be judged and awarded Aspen Comics prize packages including items such as original art, statues, signed comics and rare exclusives in the following contests:

Categories specific to Aspen Comics:

--Judge’s Special Grand Prize

--Best Aspen Comics Character themed costume/s.

--Best Fathom themed costume/s.

--Best Michael Turner Cover Recreation costume/s.

Categories not specific to Aspen Comics:

--Best Male Costume.

--Best Female Costume.

--Best Kids Costume.

--Best Boys 13+ costume.

--Best Girls 13+ costume.

For more information on Aspen’s appearance at Dragon Con 2013 please check:

http://www.dragoncon.org

#Aspen10

Facebook.com/aspencomics

Facebook.com/fathom

Twitter.com/aspencomics

Instagram: aspencomics

Aspen MLT, Inc. is an entertainment publishing company founded in January 2003 by superstar comic artist Michael Turner. Priding itself on producing entertainment properties of the highest quality visual and storytelling elements Along with their own successful properties such as Fathom, Soulfire, Executive Assistant: Iris, Charismagic, Broken Pieces and more. Aspen also collaborates with the comic industry's most successful companies and endeavors including Marvel Comics and DC Entertainment. Aspen has collaborated with Marvel for various hit projects, including cover work for the best-selling events Civil War, World War Hulk, and Ultimatum. Aspen collaborated with DC Comics to provide covers for such best-selling titles as Superman/Batman: The Return of Supergirl, The Justice League of America, and Eisner-nominated covers for the critically acclaimed, best-selling Identity Crisis series. In 2006, Aspen joined forces with television giant NBC to create the online comic adaptations for the hit television series Heroes. Currently in 2012, Aspen is teaming up with Gale Anne Hurd’s Valhalla Entertainment to produce the horror-adventure series Dead Man’s Run, as well as collaborating with director McG’s Wonderland Sound and Vision to produce the horror comic Haunted City.

1st Impression: ALL NEW FATHOM # 2

ALL NEW FATHOM # 2
Written by David Wohl & Frank Mastromauro

Art by Alex Konat, Mark Roslan & Beth Sotelo
Aspen Comics

FLIPPING THROUGH:

                Aspen faces off with some old enemies but they end up retreating. She then realizes how big the threat is and goes to Muria to speak to the Elite Council as she is welcomed by an old “friend.” Meanwhile,  we find our main antagonist getting ready to bring forth war into the world through a VERY familiar character that ties into Fathom: The Elite Saga. Finally, Chance is flying in the Grand Canyon, only to find something he wasn’t expecting EVER.

ART:
                Okay. Konat. You have won me over. When I heard that All New Fathom was not going to be drawn by V. Ken Marion, I was a little disappointed. This issue shattered those disappointments and more. Konat gives us some of the most spectacular pencils he’s ever delivered. There are nice and detailed with a great sense of style. There is a sharpness to his work that adds to the detail and really makes it stand out. Roslan’s inks just intensifies it with good shadows and strong inks that really exemplifies Konat’s pencils.  Sotelo’s colors are vivid, enchanting and bold brings out Konat’s work. There is a great amount of different angles and spectacular backgrounds that were rendered.  All in all, some breath taking work from the art team.

WRITING:

                We got a good issue here. Some great action with Aspen and some really good development as she swallows her pride to get help. Yet, what I have to say that really got me this issue were the THREE … different surprises we had. One of them was Fathom going to Muria and seeing  ….  The second is our main antagonist and the reveal of what she has done since the Elite Saga. And finally, the last page. Wohl writes a strong issue with good action and a lot of great twists that really hold the readers attention. The dialogue was great and the issue had solid pacing. Kudos to Wohl and Mastromauro for this book.

OVERALL IMPRESSION:

                Spectacular art. Good story. GREAT SURPRISES.  Great book.

RATING:

                This issue surprised me more than the first and was better. For the second time this week, I am going to do this: ALL NEW FATHOM # 2 gets a 10 … out of 10.

Preview: ALL NEW FATHOM # 2

ALL NEW FATHOM #2
David Wohl ­ Story / Alex Konat ­ Art / Beth Sotelo ­ Colors

A new direction in the FATHOM Universe begins!

Aspen Matthews is no stranger to bitter reunions, but this one could be her
last! As the ice soldiers threaten to wipe out everything in their
path‹including Aspen, she must also attempt to uncover the mystery of their
true intentions, before all of mankind is blanketed by their sub-zero
devastation. However, this reunion is nothing compared to the arrival of an
old acquaintance, one whom may might help‹or hinder her plan for survival!
The ALL NEW FATHOM continues!

Writer David Wohl, artist Alex Konat and colorist Beth Sotelo team up once
again to bring you the latest adventures of Michael Turner¹s most beloved
creation!

ALL NEW FATHOM #2 is in stores on August 28th, 2013!!

Comic News: Aspen Comics Invades Dragon Con Hard With Aquarium Beach Party

Aspen Dragon Con 2013 Appearance to Feature Aquarium Beach Party

Press Release

08-07-13

In celebration of their tenth anniversary and Fathom’s 15^th Anniversary, Aspen Comics in association with Dragon Con 2013 will be hosting an Aspen Comics Beach Party at the landmark Georgia Aquarium on Saturday, August 31^st. Featuring DJ Spider, an Aspen-themed costume contest, and a special live dive with the whale sharks by the creators behind Fathom, Soulfire and other notable Aspen hits, this is a one-of-a-kind night to commemorate ten years of Aspen Comics at Dragon Con.    

Aspen creators Frank Mastromauro, Peter Steigerwald, Siya Oum, Alex Konat and Jordan Gunderson will be appearing at the Aspen Comics table in Artist’s Alley as well as the Aspen Comics Beach Party, and offering new Dragon Con 2013 exclusives as well as free sketches and live cosplay photo ops throughout the weekend.

In addition to the special Beach Party event and booth appearances, the publisher will be offering three new exclusive books for the show, beginning with the world premiere of their seventh “10 for 10” title, Overtaken, with a special issue one Dragon Con 2013 cover by Siya Oum, limited to 200 copies. Also, Aspen will be offering an All New Fathom #2 Dragon Con 2013 exclusive cover by Alex Konat and Peter Steigerwald, limited to 200 copies, as well as a BubbleGun #3 Dragon Con 2013 cover by Paolo Pantalena and Peter Steigerwald, limited to 200 copies.

Aspen will also be offering the latest Aspen Tour Print 2013 Anniversary Edition by Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald, limited to 75 editions, as well as a new lineup of their industry-leading art prints.

Aspen Beach Party Costume Contest Contestants will be judged and awarded Aspen Comics prize packages including items such as original art, statues, signed comics and rare exclusives in the following contests:

Categories specific to Aspen Comics:

--Judge’s Special Grand Prize

--Best Aspen Comics Character themed costume/s.

--Best Fathom themed costume/s.

--Best Michael Turner Cover Recreation costume/s.

Categories not specific to Aspen Comics:

--Best Male Costume.

--Best Female Costume.

--Best Kids Costume.

--Best Boys 13+ costume.

--Best Girls 13+ costume.

For more information on Aspen’s appearance at Dragon Con 2013 please check:

http://www.dragoncon.org

#Aspen10

Facebook.com/aspencomics

Facebook.com/fathom

Twitter.com/aspencomics

Instagram: aspencomics

Aspen MLT, Inc. is an entertainment publishing company founded in January 2003 by superstar comic artist Michael Turner. Priding itself on producing entertainment properties of the highest quality visual and storytelling elements Along with their own successful properties such as Fathom, Soulfire, Executive Assistant: Iris, Charismagic, Broken Pieces and more. Aspen also collaborates with the comic industry's most successful companies and endeavors including Marvel Comics and DC Entertainment. Aspen has collaborated with Marvel for various hit projects, including cover work for the best-selling events Civil War, World War Hulk, and Ultimatum. Aspen collaborated with DC Comics to provide covers for such best-selling titles as Superman/Batman: The Return of Supergirl, The Justice League of America, and Eisner-nominated covers for the critically acclaimed, best-selling Identity Crisis series. In 2006, Aspen joined forces with television giant NBC to create the online comic adaptations for the hit television series Heroes. Currently in 2012, Aspen is teaming up with Gale Anne Hurd’s Valhalla Entertainment to produce the horror-adventure series Dead Man’s Run, as well as collaborating with director McG’s Wonderland Sound and Vision to produce the horror comic Haunted City.

1st Impressions: ALL NEW FATHOM # 1 Review

ALL NEW FATHOM # 1
Written by David Wohl & Frank Mastromauro
Art by Alex Konat, Mark Roslan, John Ereck & Beth Sotelo
Aspen Comics

FLIPPING THROUGH:

                We open with a mystery as a tropical island of Belize as … from the depths of the sea a giant glacier appeared.  Then we shift to the Sea of Cortez off of Mexico when an oil leak happens in an oil rig in the sea.  Suddenly, Aspen comes in and cleans up the oil mess before it can cause major damage using her powers.

                Afterwards, Aspen makes sure that the company responsible does their part and goes off. She goes back to her place in San Diego. There, we see Judith, now recovered from the events of Fathom Vol. 4. She is working as Aspen’s assistant and relays her several messages … Belize not being mentioned. Yet, Aspen first takes on a Russian man who wants to hire her to examine the Blue named Luzhin. Luzhin offers her a state of the art facility but Aspen turns him down. Finally, she goes over to Belize to see what happens and finds some very familiar beings waiting in the depths of that glacier.

ART:

                You know, I was going on and on about V. Ken Marion during The Elite Saga.  Now, we have a new artist that is not new to Aspen Comics readers … Alex Konat. While his art was good before, he brings his A game here with vivid pictures,  kinetic action and an interesting style. Konat’s style is very detailed and inkers Roslan and Ereck make sure to amplify that with their inks. And it is not just the people but the background that are detailed. We get city streets, the depths of the ocean, oil rigs and glaciers … Konat, Roslan and Ereck pull out all the stops for a detailed first issue. And it works. I wasn’t crazy of the idea after falling in love with Marion’s art but Konat’s are is REALLY outstanding here: just different.

                Sotelo continues to be one of the best colorists in the business with vibrant colors and deep shading where needed. Sotelo really makes sure that the artists work explodes outward with her colors and only makes Konat’s work look that much better. There is this sense of whimsical curiousity in this art teams work that makes you want to keep turning the page. A definite strong showing.

WRITING:

                Wohl is here with Mastromauro plotting with him in this new series. And this issue is a good first issue.  We get reintroduced to Aspen. We are told a little of her back story; just enough for new readers to get a handle on her while older readers don’t feel like their intelligence isn’t be insulted … which is not easy when you start over with a new # 1. We got great character work with Aspen … seeing different facets of her already … from her business side … to a softer side with Judith … Aspen is far from the woman we first met 15 years ago back in Image when she first appeared.

                Wohl does a great job pacing the issue as well as no scene lasted too long. There is one gripe about the issue that just felt very … out of place … Luzhin.  While I am not sure that something will be done with him, his being there just seemed to be a little off from the rest of the story.  All the other story elements fit. Luzhin … I am sure this will lead to some building so I am not going to judge harshly yet … something about him makes me feel like he’s wrong …. That he does not belong in the book.

                Other than that, we got a strong first issue that is a great read; full of mystery, wonder and character development.  It is a new beginning and it felt like it here.

OVER ALL IMPRESSION:

                Besides Luzhin, the story is great.  The art is pretty damn good too. I still need to get fully solid on this creative side of things but very damn good.

RATING:

  I give  All New Fathom # 1 … an 8 … out of 10. Pick it up tomorrow.

Preview: ALL NEW FATHOM # 1

Script - David Wohl, Pencils by Alex Konat, Colors by Beth Sotelo, Letters -
Josh Reed

A new direction in the FATHOM Universe begins!  Michael Turner's
best-selling series has reached its milestone 15-year anniversary! However,
Aspen Matthews' adventure under the surface has no plans of slowing down!
Following the devastating events of 'The Elite Saga', Aspen Matthews finds
herself at a decisive crossroads in her life-with the memories of her past
no longer weighing her down, she is finally able to set about building a new
life in San Diego once more. But, being the daughter of two worlds is no
easy feat-and Aspen will quickly discover the winds of change oftentimes
lead directly into the perils of fate! The ALL NEW FATHOM starts right here!
Writer David Wohl, artist Alex Konat and colorist Beth Sotelo team up once
again to bring you the latest adventures of Michael Turner's most beloved
creation!

All New Fathom #1 is in stores on July 24!

Comic News: Aspen's Schedule of Events At SDCC 2013

Aspen Comics SDCC 2013 Schedule of Events

Press Release

07-15-13

Aspen Comics has released their full schedule of events for this week’s Comic Con International: San Diego 2013. The publisher will be hosting their largest ever gathering of Aspen creators at the Aspen Comics Booth #2321. Creators Frank Mastromauro, Peter Steigerwald, Vince Hernandez, Mark Roslan, Mike DeBalfo, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum,  Alex Konat, J.T. Krul, Ale Garza, Joe Benitez, Eric Basaldua, Nei Ruffino, David Wohl, Tony Parker, Beth Sotelo, Lori Hanson, Jonathan Marks and Josh Reed will be appearing throughout the weekend at the booth for signings, free sketches and more. The full schedule of signings is below:

THURSDAY:

11:00 – 12:30PM – ASPEN CREATOR SIGNING: Mike DeBalfo, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum, Alex Konat, J.T. Krul, Peter Steigerwald

2:00 – 3:30PM - ASPEN CREATOR SIGNING: Mike DeBalfo, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum, Alex Konat, J.T. Krul, Peter Steigerwald, Beth Sotelo, Eric Basaldua, Nei Ruffino

4:00 – 5:00PM – ASPEN CREATOR SIGNING: Mike DeBalfo, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum, Alex Konat, J.T. Krul, Peter Steigerwald, Eric Basaldua

FRIDAY:

10:30 – 11:30 CREATOR SIGNING: Mike DeBalfo, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum, Alex Konat, J.T. Krul, Peter Steigerwald, Jonathan Marks

12 – 1:00PM – TEN YEARS OF ASPEN COMICS PANEL: Frank Mastromauro, Peter Steigerwald, Vince Hernandez, Mark Roslan, J.T. Krul, David Wohl, Mike DeBalfo, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum, Alex Konat, Jonathan Marks, Lori Hanson, Beth Sotelo, David Schwartz

2 – 3:00PM - ASPEN CREATOR SIGNING: Mike DeBalfo, Ale Garza, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum, Alex Konat, J.T. Krul, Peter Steigerwald, Tony Parker, Eric Basaldua, Jonathan Marks, Lori Hanson

4:30 – 6:00PM - ASPEN CREATOR SIGNING: Joe Benitez, Mike DeBalfo, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum, Alex Konat, J.T. Krul, Peter Steigerwald, Ale Garza, Jonathan Marks

SATURDAY:

11:00 – 12:30PM - ASPEN CREATOR SIGNING: Mike DeBalfo, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum, Alex Konat, J.T. Krul, Peter Steigerwald, Jonathan Marks, Lori Hanson, Beth Sotelo

2 – 3:00PM - ASPEN CREATOR SIGNING: Joe Benitez, Mike DeBalfo, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum, Alex Konat, J.T. Krul, Peter Steigerwald, Tony Parker, Eric Basaldua, Jonathan Marks

4:30 – 6:00PM - ASPEN CREATOR SIGNING: Mike DeBalfo, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum, Alex Konat, J.T. Krul, Peter Steigerwald, Ale Garza, Nei Ruffino, Jonathan Marks

SUNDAY:

11 – 12:30 PM - ASPEN CREATOR SIGNING:Mike DeBalfo, Paolo Pantalena, Siya Oum, Alex Konat, J.T. Krul, Peter Steigerwald, Beth Sotelo, Jonathan Marks

In addition to Aspen creator signings, the publisher will also be featuring live Aspen cosplay photo ops with cosplayers Katy Mor, Rosanna Rocha and Leah Rose throughout the weekend.

Aspen will also be hosting the “Ten Years of Aspen Comics Panel” in Room 9 on Friday from 12-1pm to showcase the latest “10 for 10” books yet to be released, all new releases for 2014 and more. As well, the first 250 fans in attendance will receive a special Aspen 13 x 4 ¾ print featuring all five Fathom: The Elite Saga Talent covers on one piece by Talent Caldwell and Peter Steigerwald. This one-of-a-kind print will only be available to those in attendance.

On Friday night, Aspen is hosting an exclusive Aspen Comics 10 year anniversary party with limited tickets still available with the purchase of a highly limited Michael Turner and Peter Steigerwald Aspen Matthews print available on the Aspenstore.com now.

Aspen recently released their SDCC 2013 exclusive books and prints, but the publisher will also be offering free Aspen comic books all weekend long at the Aspen Comics Booth #2321, as well as past convention exclusives and other hard to find Aspen exclusives.

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ABOUT ASPEN COMICS:

Aspen MLT, Inc. is an entertainment publishing company founded in January 2003 by superstar comic artist Michael Turner. Priding itself on producing entertainment properties of the highest quality visual and storytelling elements Along with their own successful properties such as Fathom, Soulfire, Executive Assistant: Iris,  Charismagic, Broken Pieces and more. Aspen also collaborates with the comic industry's most successful companies and endeavors including Marvel Comics and DC Entertainment. Aspen has collaborated with Marvel for various hit projects, including cover work for the best-selling events Civil War, World War Hulk, and Ultimatum. Aspen collaborated with DC Comics to provide covers for such best-selling titles as Superman/Batman: The Return of Supergirl, The Justice League of America, and Eisner-nominated covers for the critically acclaimed, best-selling Identity Crisis series. In 2006, Aspen joined forces with television giant NBC to create the online comic adaptations for the hit television series Heroes. In 2012, Aspen teamed up with Gale Anne Hurd’s Valhalla Entertainment to produce the horror-adventure series Dead Man’s Run, as well as collaborating with director McG’s Wonderland Sound and Vision to produce the horror comic Haunted City. Aspen also produced the one-of-a-kind Anarchy digital graphic novel for the popular body spray company, Axe. Currently, Aspen is celebrating their tenth anniversary in the industry with their “10 for 10” initiative and more original properties forthcoming later in the year.