Super Fun Sunday! (sorta) :)

[@danielschiman767]

Okay, the world is falling into place again! Richard is back everyone.

[@RichardFriendartist]

kind of back. I am going to try and do short pre-recorded videos. I do love youtube. I just don't have a lot of time.

[@drawnswordgraphix]

Nice Jae Lee pages I never seen before. Missed your channel, but found Heavy Art Talk . Keep drawing hardout, maybe you'll get Blasterkid finished sooner without rushing. Cheers, Rich!

[@dustinrogers8593]

I love Jae Lee old and new but really appreciate the softness to his current style!

[@LonerFC]

Glad you're back! We all need more Super FUN!😄

[@SlobZombie]

Awesome video Rich! Jae Lee is a phenomenon, dude is always rad no matter how his style evolves. P.s.....John Cleary

[@dustinrogers8593]

Was super excited to see this!

[@biglord02]

Great to see you back man. Definitely check this artist out Kyōtarō Azuma.

[@notaskrull8304]

Thanks for taking the time to do this Rich. Very much miss the content but totally understandable.

[@RichardFriendartist]

I had to really knuckle down. I didn't make some big decision though to be honest...it just was like I didn't do a video one week, and then my focus totally shifted.

[@johnsonbenjamin887]

Omg rich ! Thank you ! You have been missed!!

[@RichardFriendartist]

thanks man. I've been here. lol. Just not making videos. hahaha. just kidding but I do listen to youtube music a lot

[@danielbrannock5892]

Phenomenal to have you back Richard! Was pretty bummed the past few months when I thought there was no more Friend. Can't wait till your next video!

[@RichardFriendartist]

I will be back. I just had to really focus on work!!

[@danielbrannock5892]

@@RichardFriendartist No worries Bro! I'm glad to hear you've been busy and I can not wait to see what you've been working on! Thank you for all of your awesome videos and for being a constant source of inspiration.

[@danielbrannock5892]

@@RichardFriendartist Also! Since you wanted requests for artists to cover, I think that Ryan Ottley might be cool to do. His work has been all over the place in recent years but I think would be cool to hear what you think of his inking style and his drawings. But anyways keep rockin it Richard!

[@Occupant]

That Mike Mignola story about removing detail is the most profound thing I've heard in a while. He's my favorite and now I understand better how he does it

[@RichardFriendartist]

yeah it's not so easy to simplify. It seems like it would be so I totally relate with the idea of "hey you just draw less and it's faster" but to do to do it well takes a lot of consideration!

[@bjscorpio4041]

I've watched a few videos of Jae Lee doing commissions and it looks like he uses a small W&N brush then shades with a pencil.

[@RichardFriendartist]

yeah I was watching all the ones I could find on youtube a few nights ago. It was really fun!

[@thevasic]

@@RichardFriendartist @bjscorpio4041 I was going to mention that he uses pencil for the shading as well (held like you do in figure drawing) I was able to watch him do commission work at some conventions and posted a few videos if him working...I learned so much from the experience.

[@luciferfernandez7094]

Good to have you back! I’m in need of this video in order to start liking your last one 😂

[@RichardFriendartist]

nice!

[@Hunac-Ceel]

Yo I legit thought you died 😮 so good to have you back ❤ let's look at cool art.

[@AV8R_Surge]

Hey Richard. Did you decide to hold off on the Blaster kid project? I remember the sign-up list about a year ago and was looking forward to the campaign, but have not heard anything about it since then. I was pretty excited for it because your art is so good. Any word on this?

[@RichardFriendartist]

no. I just needed to save up some money...so I've been trying to do things that can cover my living expenses and hopefully buy me more time to draw it!

[@ricard0elias399]

Thanks for your upload, art is like cooking, if you want a great dinner it takes time to come out perfect.

[@RichardFriendartist]

yeah. I am really trying to work through some things right now. It's starting to click though. I think in a few more months I should be getting closer to where I am trying to get~!

[@summermunn]

Thanks for taking the time to make and post this. I know how busy you are from your IG posts, but I genuinely got excited when I got the YT notification.

[@RichardFriendartist]

sweet thank you!

[@TheDaniel71234]

I need to comment more, I have silently been so upset you were gone. Your channel is definitely my favorite. Nobody else makes sound effects or has cats ruining the stream!

[@RichardFriendartist]

ha. thanks man. I will come back. I just had to focus on making art!

[@Sketchcraft]

Glad to have you back Rich! And congrats on the weight loss!!!

[@Dmann24]

I wondered what happened to you. I'm glad like everyone else that you're back.

[@RichardFriendartist]

awesome thanks!

[@seanwillets4913]

I’ve been watching your videos all weekend! Also if you need suggestions, anything Art Adams!! I’m working on a comic and watching your videos while I work really helps me get in the groove, appreciate your stuff! 🙏

[@jeffreybartoletti5259]

Keep On Chooglin’.

[@timz9862]

I like these videos, Rich. Welcome back!

[@RichardFriendartist]

thanks. It was fun to do.

[@henryjaremek2644]

.. I figured that you were busy .. teaching Paul Gilbert some guitar stuff .. lol .. nice video Rich

[@RichardFriendartist]

My subscription ended there. I need to sign back up. hahaha,

[@jay-jay6550]

Your videos are one of my motivations for drawing. Haven't drawn much since you've been away. Lol

[@stacydelong3025]

Welcome back dude, missed you!

[@danielhe9232]

And when the world needed him most... he returned.

[@Benjamin-k7c9l]

Killer video my man happy to hear your working so hard on your work you rule man

[@RichardFriendartist]

trying. I hurt my back 2 weeks ago and it's been so hard to work. I did finally get 3 new pieces done but it was hard and I was in a lot of pain. It's slowly getting better!

[@karlosn5579]

The man has returned ❤

[@RichardFriendartist]

sort of. ha. ;)

[@karlosn5579]

@@RichardFriendartist good to see you!

[@calebconver2188]

Hey rich good to see you back at it!

[@RichardFriendartist]

I'd been trying to make a video the last week or two and just didn't know what to do a video on.

[@asimriaz1320]

We missed you Rich!!!!

[@RichardFriendartist]

thanks. I was just working so I never went anywhere really. :)

[@MDHaughton]

What's up, buddy! Good to see you.

[@RichardFriendartist]

thanks, and Matt you never wrote me back. I replied to your e mail last week!

[@MDHaughton]

​@@RichardFriendartist Did you? I didn't see that. Crap!!

[@ubuynow]

Whoa, who's this fresh, new, up-and-coming artist?

[@Jameswindsorsmith]

Great to see you at it again!

[@RichardFriendartist]

look at you with your handsome avatar! muy muy guapo!

[@Jameswindsorsmith]

@@RichardFriendartist gracias amigo

[@davidalicea3203]

Omg!! Great to have u back!! Now grab Kelsey lol just do shorter shows I just went through my short boxes n found your Travis wildcats portacio books!! Welcome back!

[@mrwasi99]

Rich is back!!! I was thinking about you the other day wondering what happened. Glad to have you back brother.

[@m_a5944]

Da** Rich, that computer sounds like a Boeing F-18E!!! :) I'm glad you're back.

[@RichardFriendartist]

yeah normally I am not on that side of my office. I have 2 spots where I keep my monitor. That was my old spot. The mic sits right next to the tower. sorry about that. I didn't notice the neighbors dog barking either...so my apologies for that too!!

[@m_a5944]

@@RichardFriendartist It was a joke; we care more about your content than any technical issue 😉 Have a nice day Rich!!!

[@ArtMurmurs]

For me the re-imagining of his style seemed to spring from the first Dark Tower preview. Before that he seemed to have disappeared for awhile.

[@dustinrogers8593]

I am trying to help with comments😂. I would love to see you do a John Paul Leon video. Congrats on the weight loss!

[@RichardFriendartist]

hahaha thanks!! I have done a John Paul Leon video. It's on Patreon (at least one. I think I did it on storytelling for Static #1 maybe?)

[@davidta4554]

Welcome back brother

[@Noodles1771]

Holy shit - welcome back.

[@RichardFriendartist]

that's right~ haah thanks!

[@colinworkart]

I was hoping and praying for more Rich! Always enjoy listening/watching your vids while working on my own pages. Your love of comic art is contagious!

[@comicartchannel]

Glad to see you back up, Rich! Used to own that WildCATS Trilogy cover art for a short time. How about some Alex Nino for a future episode?

[@paulisarts]

Rich! I'm glad you're back, man. Even if it's temporary (please don't leave us 😭). Last couple of weeks I almost left comments asking when you would be back. I completely understand taking 30 hours per piece, I'm the same. It's the drawback to high detail styles. It'll take me weeks to get a piece done sometimes. This Jae Lee stuff is perfect for a return video.

[@STRuctUREarts]

Thank you Rich! We do absolutely miss you!

[@rockon8174]

4:24 because Mike is indecisive. Stephan Franck finished six 100 page graphic novels while working as a director and storyboard artist. Simplified styles should never take longer than over rendered styles. Spot your blacks, define your environments, be decisive. That's how you build speed.

[@JeanLucConnery]

This must be a dream.

[@RichardFriendartist]

hahahaha. It was. ;)

[@JeanLucConnery]

@@RichardFriendartist I knew it!

[@amado7760]

Wow, really nice to have you back Rich. It has been a while. Jae Lee is one of my favorites.

[@Barry-ti5rc]

We missed ya buddy

[@RichardFriendartist]

thanks!

[@jerm22278]

When I started collecting comics and picked up that wildcats trilogy, I was not a fan of Jae Lee's sketchy/messy style. And then I started drawing comics for a living, and quickly found Jae to be in my top list of comic artists. I didn't appreciate his skill back then. He is AMAZING and I find myself referencing his stuff to this day. Also, I always pronounced it Chi-O-doe. I have no idea what's correct anymore, lol.

[@xixGoBL1Nxix]

The one time I decide to sleep early is when you decided to make your comeback. I hope you're doing well Rich!!

[@chuckgibson3973]

I've missed your videos, but I'm enjoying the art you've been posting, so... I'm torn. LOL

[@splittergmod]

So good to see you again, wish you the best

[@Jameswindsorsmith]

Id love to see one on early Ashley wood, like doom 2099, looked so great but hadn't gone the painted route yet

[@dylandistraction]

He's back!

[@mep2234]

it doesn't really matter if it's "Naymore" or "Nahmore".....due to the fact that both mean.... No-more....glad to have you back, Dude.

[@michelbohbot1103]

Nice to see you back. Where are you on Blaster kid?

[@RichardFriendartist]

it's going good. I am further along that people might guess. I have been trying to decide if I am going to do a campaign or some other approach. I have a few ideas I have been looking into. thanks.

[@michelbohbot1103]

Wonderful, Looking forward to it. :)@@RichardFriendartist

[@Detroy5]

Come back to regular super fun Sundays they are much less super fun without you!

[@RichardFriendartist]

Sunday ended up being a day I have other stuff to do...so even if I came back. I am not totally sure I could do a live show on Sundays. Thanks!

[@ComicKelsey]

I also pronounce it Ch-eye Dough. ;)

[@RichardFriendartist]

hahahaha KELSEY!!

[@danilobrrjni]

(T_T) rich is back! so good !

[@meatmech.mp4]

Loved this, came here from the amano video

[@domgomez9420]

THE RETURN

[@RichardFriendartist]

lol don't call it a comeback.

[@danielearls836]

Great to have you back buddy!

[@soulblazerz]

Great! Keep it coming!

[@etiennelecomte9068]

Good to have you back

[@Pork_Hunt]

Jae's Batman piece you suggested was similar to Dustin actually looks like a close cousin of Paul Pope's version.

[@reesehannigan9686]

Great to see you rich your killing it

[@AlecArtComics]

He has returned! Praise Kirby.

[@SlobZombie]

Would love to see you go through Ken Lashley's art in "Pitt Crew 1-5"🎉

[@Merv2069]

🤯🤯🤯

[@RichardFriendartist]

exactly. :)

[@puffychin0808]

Glad your features jae Lee work... Looks awesome

[@eatsomeseaweed9760]

Yay! Rich is back!

[@josephleonardo6404]

Nice to hear from u brother 🤘

[@rockon8174]

15:10 it's called maturity. Alex Toth emphasized this. Eduardo Risso has this approach. Tell the story. Over rendering interferes with the overall storytelling. Even Charest started stripping down his work. RYAN OTTLEY completes 22 pages in 2 weeks. Simplify, have solid structure, use reference, use 3D models as reference and you will get the work done faster.

[@semeyeify]

YAAAAY

[@RichardFriendartist]

haha Yay back atcha!

[@semeyeify]

​@@RichardFriendartistWe love you Rich! I'm super excited to see blaster kid once it's done 🔫🔫🔫

[@azharmaa]

finally we need your new comic art review dose

[@xanderbarrat8039]

Welcome back 🎉

[@RichardFriendartist]

thanks Xander~!

[@johnsonbenjamin887]

Man. I’m just gonna watch this upload a few times. Also …. So who was the artist 😊

[@RichardFriendartist]

hahaha. I don't want to say. I've done plenty of crappy books in my career especially early on (and even now I have a lot of crappy drawings, that fall apart) so it happens to everyone. :)

[@allgoldproductions]

Cool to see you back and nice video, big Congrats on losing 40 pounds!

[@RichardFriendartist]

yeah thanks. It feels pretty good...still a ways to go. But I'm working on it.

[@themikemonahan]

SUUUPER FUN

[@RichardFriendartist]

yeah~!

[@stacydelong3025]

Would love to see some Felipe Andrade at some point.

[@hemig2869]

Yayyy, Rich is back ❤

[@jean-francoisverreault5397]

wlcome back Rich!!!

[@imonstrositusx1650]

IT'S NAYMOR, RICH...LOL

[@RichardFriendartist]

Thanks!! hhahaha

[@AlexMFK00Arizmendi]

Hello There! Yes, I noticed your absence, hope you are back for good and heres my comment I like much more Jae Lee’s modern era than his 90s era, it would be great have him doing more interior art Cheers!

[@Trripps]

😁

[@RichardFriendartist]

ha~!

[@alariatcg5853]

If you did a super fun Sunday like for painters like Jerry Vamderstelt? I know it’s not necessarily comic related, but thought to ask….and add a comment 😉

[@daveg686]

👍

[@davidalicea3203]

And James!! Jerk comics!!

[@MDHaughton]

I think it's pronounced Nammer.

[@RichardFriendartist]

awesome~~!!

[@kirklew]

😮

[@rockon8174]

Curse you, Rich!!!! After your vids i spent over $1500 on those artist editions!!!!!😅

[@Lordtatmanscomics]

Rich we need you more than ever now that Cartoonist kayfabe is gone!!

[@RichardFriendartist]

where is Kayfabe? I don't follow their channel.

[@Lordtatmanscomics]

@@RichardFriendartist Ed Piskor had a woman come out with messages he sent her when she was 17 and caused a big ruckus. So he deleted everything.

[@catlosmontanez7705]

Rich I looked it up for the same reason...it said its pronounced nay more. NAMOR.

[@RichardFriendartist]

hey thanks. I can't even remember now how I normally say it. haha. Once I doubted myself I couldn't commit. lol

[@dagan8659]

80 hours a week?? what are you doing?

[@RichardFriendartist]

well 10-12 hour days and I work 7 days a week. I start at 8 am

[@henrymach]

Welcome back. He seems to be really fond of dry brush and splatter. Specially splatter. This over the top 1990's style is really not my favourite

[@kittc1oudkicker224]

Stephen Platt.

[@McManOnTheMenu]

Hey richard! In an old video of yours that you did an inteoduction to hunt 102 inking i wrote a comment but because its an old video you probaly didnt see it so if you can please check my comment on that video ill be very glad!

[@danieldeanallen]

Don't call it a comeback! Great video to return on. Since you mentioned comments, I follow you on Facebook and I can't leave comments.

[@RichardFriendartist]

yeah you know someone else said that to me. I don't know why. I never censor or edit. I have never booted anyone from youtube etc. So it must be a Facebook default thing.