New web series "Greater Creators" hopes to give fans insight on some of the comic book industry's legends such as Jack Kirby. Kirby is just one of the many comic book icons that the series plans to feature.
According to Comicbook, the new web series will feature prominent names such as Horror mastermind Stephen King, Studio Ghibli's Hayao Miyazaki and comic book legend Alan Moore. "Greater Creators" is the product of a team-up between entertainment network Machinima and online star Comic Book Girl 19.
The new web series features a classroom-style set-up where Comic Book Girl 19 enlightens viewers with some informative tidbits about the comic book industry. Topics discussed includes influential artists, industry veterans, new advancements within the creative industry and so much more.
New episodes are released every Tuesday's and can be watched on GO90's official website. The first episode of the new web series featured "an in-depth study" of the man who many consider as the "king of comics."
Kirby has been immortalized in the comic book industry through his works. He has worked with established publishers such as Marvel Entertainment and DC comics. The new web series will tackle Kirby's most iconic works as well as how his influence lives on in the entertainment industry.
The first episode of "Greater Creators" gives a proper nod to Kirby the best way the new web series can. After all, the "king of comics" celebrates his 100 th anniversary on August.
DC Comics has issued the Kamandi challenge to pay tribute to the late comic king. According to Cleveland, the Kamandi challenge calls on the skills of dozens of talented artists.
Twelve different teams are involved in creating the story featuring one of Kirby's favorite characters, Kamandi. Each team will end their story with a cliffhanger then the next team will continue Kamandi's story.
The Kamandi Challenge gives the story lots of possibilities with each team giving the plot various twists and turns. The first episode of the new web series, along with the Kamandi challenge, makes up a fitting tribute to one of the most recognized names in the comic book industry.
