Mandy Wong is this week’s guest, she’s an illustrator, art director, character designer, show creator, painter, showrunner and many other things! She & Mike talk about her illustration process, her show Millie And Lou and much more!
In more detail, Mandy talks about how & why she started the show Millie And Lou with her husband Rory, what inspires her and where her passion for illustration came from, she talks about moving from Hong Kong to England and “found family”, what made her sell her art online, how she uses her art to communicate with others (especially when she first moved to England), her process of creating paintings and many other topics are discussed – this episode is available for all ages!
Mandy’s Site (where her art prints are available): https://mandywong.co.uk – Her Instagram is @itsmandywong – Find Millie And Lou On YouTube: https://youtu.be/jN6AdcUEKZU - Millie And Lou's Website: https://Millieandlou.com - Blue Zoo Animation Studios: https://blue-zoo.co.uk
Mandy mentioned the animes; Sailor Moon, Doraemon, Magical Circle Guru Guru and Goldfish Warning!.
Mandy confirmed the equipment she uses: Kuretake Sumi Brush Pen - Red Barrel, Da Vinci Watercolor Series 418 Petit Gris Pur Paint Brush, Wash/Mop Pure Russian Blue Squirrel Size 3/0 (You Can Get Good Synthetic Versions Too).
She also noted her favourite go-to ink for her line work screenprints is Dr. Ph. Martin's Black Star India Ink.
For sketching: Mitsubishi Uni 2mm Clutch Pencil MH-500 (she tends to get the coloured leads that are more waxy) & Muji Low Center of Gravity Mechanical Pencil [0.3mm].
To listen to a completely free Patreon episode, check out the first in Mike & Megan’s Tom Hanks rewatch here: https://bit.ly/TomHanks1
In the last episode of GCC (167), Mike spoke with Mary Kenney: Senior Writer for Insomniac Games, Narrative Design Teacher at Indiana University, writer of several IDW Publishing comics and author of her own book Gamer Girls – they discuss her time writing & passion for video games, writing her new book and more!
If you enjoyed this episode, please check out Mike’s Patreon, where he releases at least 1 episode of his & Megan’s “Afterthoughts” a week, plus there’s early access to episodes of GCC and more, so if you want to support the show and get more content, check it out at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat
Outro read by BZ The Voice: http://www.bzthevoice.com
Find Mike’s other show; Star Wars: Comics In Canon on Spotify & the other podcast apps on the feed of Comics In Motion or on GCC’s YouTube channel. Episodes are out every Saturday; episodes 0-102 are out now, in ep 102 Mike embared on the first volume of the Crimson Reign crossover event, while in ep 101, Mike tackled the final volume of Poe Dameron comics and in 100 Mike answered 20 listener questions! Previous episodes include the War Of The Bounty Hunters crossover (all 34 tie-in issues), every other canon Star Wars comic by Marvel, the Journals of Old Ben Kenobi, full High Republic coverage (book reviews & comics) & much more – https://podfollow.com/comicsinmotion
Mike’s guest spots:
Mike appeared on Spider-Dan & The Secret Bores to talk about Maximum & Absolute Carnage: https://pod.fo/e/13304a
Mike appeared on Indie Comics Spotlight, discussing Cavan Scott’s Shadow Service with Tony, listen on the feed of Comics In Motion! https://pod.fo/e/1259e4
Mike returned to Star Wars Timeline to talk about Villains in each of the SW trilogies here: https://youtu.be/V7382WWkSP0 – they also discuss accents in the Star Wars universe; the original trilogy here: https://youtu.be/1X0PyXkQZGg & the prequel trilogy here: https://youtu.be/3L4qWeYOzhw
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You can also email Mike at GenuineChitChat@outlook.com with any reviews, comments or suggestions.
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#234 – Mike Chen on Writing Star Wars Brotherhood: “The Quiet Moments”, Anakin Skywalker, Moon Knight & Venom And Live Indie Music With Mike Chen Writer
No Episode This Week, But Should Be Back To Normal On Sunday
#233 – Clone Wars Conversations Season 3 Pt 1 (E1-11): More From Mandalore, Kamino Flashbacks, Political Commentary, Bane, Ryloth & More!
#232 – How To Train Your Dog: Positive Reinforcement, Raising A Puppy, Behaviours & Harry The Disabled Doggy, With Paige Of Buddiepet Pet Care Southampton
A New Show! Monthly Mike & Megan: Hair (Episode 1)
#231 – Points Of Villainy & Virtue: “The Event”, ASAP Imagination & Writing In A Shared Universe With Laurie “LA” Cunningham
#230 – What Is This Crazy Comic? Artistic Discipline, Making Money, Kaijus And Cowboys & Putting The Artwork First With Frankie B Washington
#229 – Clone Wars Conversations Season 2 Pt 2 (E12-22): Boba Fett’s Revenge, Obi-Wan’s Love Interest, The Zillo Beast’s Rampage And More!
#228 – All About Las Vegas! Tips & Tricks, Favourite Parts And “The 20 Dollar Trick” With Chris Phelps
#227 – Part 3 Of Star Wars And Spirituality: Old & New Testament Comparisons And Darth Vader With Ike’s Flame
#226 – Top Movies Of 2023/2024 & An Embarrassing Cinema Experience With Alex Hart
#225 – Clone Wars Conversations Season 2 Part 1 (E1-11): Returning To Geonosis, Dark Side Use, Mind Control, The Deserter & General Grievous
#224 P2 – The Rebirth Of Moon Knight: From 2010 To 2024; Resurrection, Disney+ Series And More Essays With Scott Weatherly
#224 P1 – The Many Faces Of Moon Knight: From 1975 To 2009; Subtly Vs Edgy, Plus The Waxing & Waning Essays With Scott Weatherly
#223 – Of Mouses & Mice & Men: Disney Discussions 11 – The Rescuers & Basil: The Great Mouse Detective With Megan, Ria & Spider-Dan
#222 P2 – Why Is English So Difficult? An Oppressive Language And The Music Of Jane Austen With Tony Farina
#222 P1 – Mansfield And The Monarchy: Queens, Always Recording & England Versus Christianity With Tony Farina
#221 – Clone Wars Conversations Season 1 Reviewed & Ranked: Is This Better Than The Movie? Jar Jar Returns, Dodgy Animation & Clone Individuality
#220 – Eighth Time’s The Charm: Rude Horse Names, Lying Actors & Numerous Production Issues, With Gough of Beernuts Productions
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