LIGHTS - Skin&Earth: Making an Album/Comic Crossover

To celebrate the release of the final issue of the Skin&Earth comics, here’s a little look at how I built the comics and music for Skin&Earth from the ground up and how the project all works together. Issues 1-6 of Skin&Earth are out now, along with the album. Come see it all come to life on We Were Here Tour 2018.
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[@KaraIsabella]

If you ever stop making art I will be devastated

[@shoolaces]

This is proof that LIGHTS is so much better than the mainstream, popular artists. This is proof that she loves and cherishes what she does. Proof that her songs are actually meaningful, and powerful. Thank you LIGHTS

[@couyz]

To quote Squidward in The Spongebob Squarepants Movie.. "I couldn't agree more."

[@Sparxx_]

I'm literally crying. She's my favorite artist in the world. So much fkng raw talent in this beautiful human. Not to mention, she's so badass.

[@Saturnine.x]

You're awesome, Lights. Such an inspiration. In love with you since 2009

[@waitahawhat]

Thank you Lights for being such a wonderful person and showing us hope and love. I've been able to grow with you and your music. You've saved my life so many times. Thank you, again. ❤️

[@Ty.Holgate]

Wow! Lights, I must say, I have followed and loved your music from the beginning.. but this has got to be some of the best work I have seen from you. I'm already inspired! Sending my love! Watching you evolve has been so very special!

[@JenaDanyelle]

I love you lights you're amazing ♡ keep on keepin' on and thaaaaaank youuuuu for all you do to inspire others through your honesty and realness you share with the world 😊 ❤💙💚💛💜🖤

[@judithpriestess7781]

This is one of the most inspirational segments I've ever watched. What a gem.

[@nutelllica]

You could have had Rocket scribble all over pages of comics and I would have still loved it. Seriously, everything you put out is so amazing!! This record/comic is so fantastic! Can't wait to see you again in Chicago this tour!!

[@13each]

What an amazing journey you've been on Lights. Thank you for sharing with us all for so many years.

[@morganrae9172]

This is one of my favorite albums of all time. Everything about it just makes me feel.

[@bradtr1725]

Even your thank you outro is amazing! Is it another song? Omg, I'm so proud of you! After I listened to this album, I went back and listened to all the previous ones! You're amazing and you inspire me to keep my uniqueness even if others don't accept it. Thank you for existing. You're a -LIGHT- in my darkness.

[@sandracerna7041]

Lights you’ve come such a huge way since I first heard you and I just cant even tell you how fucking excited and proud I am of you and how far you’ve come and how much work you’ve put into this. I love you endlessly ❤️

[@ibewcountry]

Been with you for a very long time Lights!......Love you even more now ! Thank you very much for sharing this

[@akeso7761]

I am working on a project of my own & it was so inspired by you & I cannot wait until it comes together ☺️💜

[@christinachriskinsella4823]

Wow... Totally didn't just cry haha... Watching this project come to life has inspired me to keep pursuing my own creative projects. I can't wait to read the rest!

[@12ally3]

Lights, you just keep getting better. I don't know how else to say it. I've seen your growth through out the years and wow, everything you do is amazing. I hope you never slow down with your creativity and continue to be inspired and inspire others

[@thatsrakinstupid]

Astonishing. Sharing how you created your album and comic is really great to know. This video is awesome & you are extremely inspirational. Very talented please continue to give to the world your many great gifts and talents because you truly are a beautiful soul. I cannot wait to see what chapter is coming next in your career! I am proud to be following you since 2009. Not only have i seen you in concert many times. i follow you online whenever i can be! Already purchased Skin and Earth on vinyl for my collection & also your full 6 piece comic set! I am proud to know your work and i share it on social media. I also share your videos to people who i know in the gaming world online & to people who i know who appreciate music. They always have positive feedback! Thanks for the upload Lights! Keep it real. Much love

[@rachaelcathrynn]

I have loved you for over 7 years and I am so happy I finally get to see you on tour next year!!

[@ledanicolaou2517]

Love you lights !!! You are the best !!!

[@womaninthewave]

A purely creative human. Thank you Lights

[@brittkneesaur]

i loved seeing how much your art progressed through this whole process! Its amazing, and so inspiring!! I love both the album and the comic, and I am so incredibly proud of you!! Can't wait to see you & meet you in April in Ottawa! :)

[@stevennguyen4277]

Lights is truly the most talented artist out there. The time and dedication she puts in to learning a new craft is amazing.

[@mr.bomerang2310]

I love this album :-) Lights ROCKS!!!😍😍😍😍😍

[@lesleyk3793]

still can’t thank you enough for this inspiring project. as a fan that used to watch your old video blogs when you incorporated comics into them and your album art, this just felt like HOME. the album is my favorite of your music to date, and the comic is truly beautiful. can’t wait to see you on tour in spring and hopefully tell you what all this means to us ❤️✨❤️✨

[@Sara-jq9bm]

I love you Lights!

[@DianaMtz-0933]

What a video! It’s so inspirational seeing and hearing the details of this wonderful project! You’re absolutely amazing.!

[@snaild2326]

you are sooooooooooooo talented. its really sad that no one really knows about this or you. i think your an amazing artist and so talented. i remember how i found out about you. i was bored and started searching up random stuff on apple music and i looked around my house and saw the lights. so i searched that up on there and saw you. i started listening to it and loved it. i soon found out about your comics, and HeRe We ArE

[@papalunette]

This is so fucking magnificent; amazing job Lights we are so proud 💖

[@TMS-Oddbot]

OHMIGOSH! I had the idea to do something like this myself! I both love making stories, and I love to sing, so I thought of a way to combine them. Granted I personally am thinking comics because that's cheaper to do than films and such. Plus, I'm torn between how I've mostly watched shows / movies but wrote short shories / books. The medium between the two would be comics, but I've never really read comics myself really. Anyway, point is, I've thought of doing this kind of thing, and what you're doing shows me that I was not wrong about how epic it sounds. Granted I haven't read your comic or listened to all your music, but the music makes me want to read the comic. That's about the idea I had in mind. People who respond to music can get into the comic because of the music. Obviously people aren't going to care about my own stuff right now, though, so I suppose I should just end this comment. Kudos for this epic idea!

[@xoTalim]

What a journey it's been since I discovered your music in 2011. Every time you release a new album I think there's no way you could top it, and yet I'm always pleasantly surprised. Can't wait to see what the future holds for you.

[@brucehastings8825]

She's very cool. Love the music, comic idea

[@jessicat7171]

This is the coolest project ever

[@melodylunamagic6441]

Thank you, Lights, for inspiring me to not only complete my first fantasy novel, but also to write and record a folk album to go along with it

[@JenaDanyelle]

You are so inspiring it's ridiculous! Thank you for all you do ♡

[@thenumberofthebeast2]

Queen.

[@Tarynseth113]

I love her creativity :)

[@adiandanna]

Absolutely love your work! Bought the album and pre-ordered the complete book. My kids (10 and 6) will just bust out Skydiving every now and then! Also a huge Brian K. Vaughan fan. Y: The Last Man is a masterpiece. I'm an aspiring comic writer too, and you mentioned finding resources online that taught you how to create the comics. Could you share some of those resources with us, please?

[@patriciafoley2147]

hey I'm so in love with new fears its my solo song for my dance at my studio so thanks for making it:)

[@theatreisfetch]

Wow I love my mother so much!!! I cried so many happy tears watching this!!

[@shadyjoanneboots]

I love you so much. I discovered you in eighth grade when I was in such a deep, suicidal depression and your music made me so happy. Now 7 years later and I'm still a massive fan of everything you do.

[@Izzydontpainc]

Ugh my heart!!!!! So much love for Lights!!!! Can't wait to see you for the third time in February!!! I rounded up a big group of friends to come experience the magic you throw on stage!!!

[@snowysnowwish]

she's so inspiring ah i love being a fan of such a goddess.

[@MsInvestigate]

i looove seeing what goes on behind the scenes, it's so crazy to see how you improved so much with drawing and story telling and world building! skin & earth definitely has a special place in my heart.

[@ravemoo]

It’s apparent how passionate you are towards your music and art which is one of the many reasons you’re one of my favorites! I cannot wait to see what’s in store for the future!

[@HushIAmTalking]

The amount of hard work and dedication that went into this project is insane, to be honest. I'm awed. Thank you so much x

[@brookearnett4093]

I am such a big fan and I love your music

[@technivive3596]

Literally, the best artist on the planet!! (This one, & the one she created)

[@Lilnida1008]

It's so amazing to see how much your art progressed throughout the process! Wow, we're blessed to experience your art, LIGHTS. thanks for sharing it with us

[@katarinaguimaraes1566]

i'm still speechless about everything that you've done with this project! you're so talented. You inspire me to always do what i love and be the best i can. Keep being real!! ily

[@michellehickman3529]

So glad you did this. Honestly this is one of my favorite albums ever and the artwork is incredible. I share with all of my artist friends. I’ve always wanted to write and after this crossover have been researching in depth. I’m so excited to start and flesh out ideas. Thank you for being brave enough to do things you love.

[@LouisBoyd04]

I absolutely love the artwork and music!

[@jakeclontz9525]

The concept and realization of this blows me away. How amazing are you.

[@francoistheron3194]

AMazing!!!!!!!!!!

[@thatsrakinstupid]

I have been to many of your shows Lights! You are so talented, its rare to find artists nowadays who are true to themselves and honest. Thank you for your music and for sharing your talents with us

[@Toinkz0510]

YOU ARE MY ARTS AND MUSICAL HERO. YOU INSPIRED ME A LOT. I LOVE YOU LIGHTS. 💙✊

[@jennya.6021]

This is so inspiring!!! You created something truly beautiful that I absolutely love. So much talent in a person❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@nuxkamina]

Great work!!

[@Murrcatxo]

This is so awesome! It’s insane to see how much creative flow is going on! Lights really blew my mind 👌🏼

[@only1clover]

You blow my mind with your wonderful solid hard work! Thank You so Much!!

[@notimetodream]

Being a fan since 2009 and you never stop to amaze me. What a great project and cant wait for whats next. Hope you come to Mexico one day

[@HEADSTRONGDLA]

Steph M Same. Beau has performed here before so. I’m still bummed out about the album not being sold here even though the comics are.

[@notimetodream]

newchapternow you can find the comics here? Where?!? Well.. Maybe its because of Dynamite. But please tell me where did you find them 😊 I have the digital version

[@easty6667]

Im pretty sure that this is the only comment on this vid that any1 replied to

[@kmaureenryder]

This is absolutely amazing. This album is my favorite of yours and I haven't read the comics yet but now I can't wait to!

[@ohkGabby]

So inspiring, Light's dedication and enthusiasm makes me feel like I could do anything! Aggghh love her! :-)))

[@batmanfan20101]

So inspiring. Thank you for putting your art out in the world.

[@JBieberfanxlove]

this is so amazing an inspirational! i'm an artist as well and this really makes me want to improve what i'm doing and know that some day my goals could be reality if i put in the work and do the best i can :) also your art style is amazing i'm in love

[@kncole92]

Lights you are such an amazing, creative and beautiful soul. Its amazing to see how much you have grown since your MySpace days :P. Your music has helped me through so much and has inspired me. Thank you for sharing your amazing talent and keep on kicking ass girl!!

[@amberg4775]

God I love you and am so incredibly proud and beyond inspired by you

[@GreenAthletics]

Love Lights! Thank you!

[@leahhorton5388]

I 💕 you lights👩🏼‍🎤

[@rockythechiowowa8622]

I love you so much 💜

[@thespiritstudio]

This is inspiring! Thanks.

[@sammariofan]

A true light to the world she is

[@pablogomez3308]

Lights the voice of wisdom ♥

[@ghostcardsandcollectables]

Just picked up issue 2 ,3 , 4,5,6 but got them on the way amazing album looking forward to read the comics and add them to my collection.

[@annajustreads]

I’m currently writing a book and this video has helped me so much! You are such an inspiration❤️ We love you🤟🏼

[@soulseeker1651]

Oh shit she's cute. Heard her songs, love her voice, really love her voice. First time I see her face. Never knew how she looked.

[@seanbonney5716]

I love you so much - you inspire me nonstop! You're beautiful in every single way and pretty much my only motivation. I've felt shit all day and this video is the only reason I'm happy tonight ❤

[@aubreyterry9453]

This is what I want to do!

[@janiegirly07]

You are such an inspiration, love this story and the album so so much darlin

[@SasukesHott]

One of the most incredible women I've had the pleasure of looking up to since I was a wee teen. I love you, I love the comic, I love the album, I love everything you do

[@chandlermcgovern2791]

This is so inspiring.

[@Mighty_Maygus]

Thank you for everything you do! Your work has touched my hart ❤❤💓

[@abi1367]

I love you lights keep up the good work! 💜💜💜

[@emmabergie2000]

Lights is very talented

[@oatmilkstan]

AMAZING. thank you for sharing it all with us, your hard work and passion shines through so brightly :')

[@FristineFlores]

You are such an inspiration and am so amazed by all that you do 😍

[@gabaghool]

Wow you creativity always amazes me!

[@yexuss]

Simply amazing

[@technogod888]

Thaaaaankk youuuu

[@TundraCH]

My favorite pop artist, keep being awesome!

[@sailorsensii1638]

Thank you so much for this project

[@ImTheKillaMonster]

So amazing and inspirational!!

[@pokieste]

Wow!! You are one amazing talented person!!

[@kmellee]

This was so inspirational. Amazing

[@romonllor3767]

so proud of you💕

[@bellaboomz]

Amazing- thank you for sharing ❤️🙌🏾

[@Falcodrin]

I feel like, as your song style changes, your comics hold it together.

[@gensearcaigh4738]

I AM SO INTO THIS YES

[@Saint3188]

I love Lights.

[@nicholette347]

I love you I love you I love you thank you for all of this 💕