AXIS GRAFIX SUBMISSIONS GUIDELINES FOR PENCILERS
AXIS Grafix requires nothing less than the absolute best artists. Our pencilers
must create art that is dynamic, original, powerful and above all else, COOL!
All of our artists must have exceptional artistic knowledge and skill while
possessing the ability to tell an intriguing story in a very clear and provoking
manner. An AXIS Grafix penciler is very well versed in their knowledge of basic
drawing, anatomy, perspective, believable backgrounds, dramatic lighting, layout,
pacing, cinematic camera angles and story telling. An AXIS artist is also very
professional. Our deadlines are unusually generous because we want the best
art possible, but we still expect those deadlines to be met.
A Pencilers submission must include:
1. One (1) to three (3) pinups of AXIS Universe characters. These drawings need
to be ONLY 8.5 X 11 in size. Reference for AXIS characters can be found at our
web site at axisgrafix.com. Look in the STORIES section for sample pages or
sketchbook samples (Do not be concerned if the details of your drawing of our
character aren't accurate. We understand the limitations of the reference weve
made available. Just take what information you can gather from the pictures
weve posted and do the best you can. Feel free to improvise any detail you cannot
glean from our drawings.) These pinups do not require backgrounds, just the
character.
2. Five (5) to eight (8) pages of SEQUENTIAL art (pinups of other characters
are not needed). The pages should illustrate a super-hero/sci-fi story which
takes place within a moderate to highly populated area (city, mall, high school,
office...). The story should show detailed backgrounds and believable props
and objects (furniture, cars, buildings...). The story should be able to be
clearly understood through the drawings alone. The story should have action,
drama, and everyday scenes of people interacting. Artists are encouraged to
be creative, but warned not to sacrifice clarity of story. Please number the
pages and do not include any captions or word balloons.
If you need a sample story, we have two 8 page scripts for you to download and
use. Select one of the titles to the left and click on it.
IMPORTANT:
AXIS Grafix is a Christian comic book ministry. We ask that you please do not
send submissions which include sexuality, nudity, or extreme gore.
A pencilers submission should also include a cover letter which introduces the
penciler and provides their name, address, city, state, zip, phone numbers,
E-mail address and any other forms of contact.
ALL SUBMISSIONS MUST BE PRINTED ON 8.5 X 11 or 11 X 17 PAPER
AND MAILED TO:
AXIS Grafix
105 High Avenue
Sidney, Ohio 45365
Please also include a self addressed stamped envelope for a timely response.
AXIS Grafix will not return submissions!
Please do not send originals or anything you want returned. Also, please put your name and contact information on the back of each submitted page in the bottom corner.
E-Mail the submissions editor at submissions@axisgrafix.com