An Art book telling the story of 2nd World War. Cute Deadly Sweet Twisted.
- What is this Project?
A full color illustrated book project. The book is Hardbound (With Jacket), around 125 pages, full color on satin (100lb) paper and 16x10" in Size.
The Artwork is reaching the finish line. I am ready to go on the production phase. Check out some of the illustrations HERE!
- What is HANGBoY?
The mischievous character who turns reality upside down, sprung to life on any medium that was readily available to him. In his infancy, HANGBoY could be found defiling himself on napkins, notebook pages, whiteboards, and even beach sand. Since then he has matured (a little) and can be found immortalized on more formal media such as full color prints and sculptures. In every situation, HANGBoY’s message is clear: “Let’s play!”, as he never takes life too serious.
The HANGBoY character enables me to portray reality from a satirical point of view that I feel is often lacking in today’s society. I like to question the status quo and put a humorous, if not dark and mysterious spin on the situation. Check out my collection of old HANGBoY Art HERE!
- What is HANGBoY WORLD WAR TOO?
In a way HBWWTOO is a military theme park. Lets just say I build the WWII movie sets and I let the HANGBoY characters roam free. These characters have a mind of their own. Impossible to keep them in control!
(See step by step VDO here www.youtube.com/watch?v=btIx3SCeeMs)
While HANGBoY is the kind of images a kid could or would draw, HBWWTOO is executed on a slightly different angle. The artwork is done more "professionally". Even though it has humor, twists and good ol' HANGBoY spirit, it tells you a story of mass chaos caused by a few dark and ambitious ones. It shows the world being far from perfect, and they can get through anything with a smile. All HANGBoYs look the same regardless of race or nation, only the uniforms, flags and logos separate them apart. I have been a fan of history, old school warfare and civilization for a long time. It is not entirely accurate but HBWWTOO is re-telling of history in a new way.
HBWWTOO was originally meant to be a smaller project with only a few illustrations, showing all the major events/battles during WW2, but just like the war, it is harder to get out than get in. After 5 years (with some insane hours spent on other projects at the same time), I have more than 50 illustrations of the most epic WWII events, and decided it would be worth making a book to share with people.
I have been doing art since childhood, my grandfather was a wholesale paper dealer, so I got to draw a lot growing up. I am also an art book collector. What I feel like is missing in my collection, is a book of my own art. I plan to make both a hardbound edition for the old school lovers, and I have been developing an iPad app for those who are digitally savvy to be released after the book.
I hand draw all the artwork with Pencil and Ball Point Pen (Cheap Ball Point Pen is Awesome!), scan it into the computer, and paint using digital media. I enjoy this format because it incorporates both my love of drawing, as well as, my former career doing Computer Graphics.
Thank you for your time and Thank you for spreading the word. I am excited and I hope you are too.
International backers (outside the U.S. or Canada) please add $20 to help me with the cost of shipping.
LINKS TO SEE HANGBoY ART HERE
2005-2006 HANGBoY SEVEN DEADLY SINS + ASTROLOGY + FOUR ELEMENTS
2007-2012 HANGBoY WORLD WAR TOO SAMPLES
KICK STARTER REWARDS
I am giving up my personal HANGBoY Collections to sweeten the deal for hardcore backers. Check out these "One and Only" items HERE!
Sexy Civilian: Pledge and turn yourself into a pin up girl. This will be sent out as a "Love Letter" Backer Exclusive.
FAQ
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"The Love Letter" is that envelop (sealed with a heart) Hangboy carries around with him during the war. Usually it contains "morale boosting" images. In this case the Love Letter contains "Backer Only" 5x7" Hangboy's favorite Pin-Up girl print!
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Please put extra $20 Dollars to help out with international shipping.
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"Sexy civilian" is a way to let the Backers get more involve with the project. Yes I will sketch the person based on the photo as I see appropriate. This reward meant to be for girls but there is no way for me to stop guys from pledging. My guess is they too want to be sexy.
Basically/Simply put : Pledge this level and I will draw you.
The t-shirt is for girl only and only available in size S and M. Check the link below to see the shirt.
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0056/5502/products/hangboy_heartsplashRed_girl_large.jpg…
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23 postcards based on these artworks here.
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I have thought about it but the way I have this book set up is mostly on the 'double page' layout. It just doesn't look right in PDF format.
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Mar 8, 2012 -
May 7, 2012
(60 days)
- First created · 5 backed
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Pledge $1 or more
21 backers
PRIVATE: You are the backbone of the army! A lot of you can really turn the tide of the battle.You will go on the Forever Grateful List on Hangboy.com
Estimated delivery: Jun 2012Pledge $15 or more
14 backers Limited (36 of 50 left)
CIVILIAN : Fight behind the line! We are giving you 3 complete sets of HANGBoY postcards : Seven Deadly Sins, Astrology and Four Elements-23 cards in all! You will go on the Forever Grateful List on Hangboy.com
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $35 or more
5 backers
PROPAGANDA MASTER : You like Posters I see. We are giving you all 3 complete sets of HANGBoY Epic 35x9"posters. (This is a great deal compare to the regular price $45 and save me trips to the post office) You will go on the Forever Grateful List on Hangboy.com
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $39 or more
8 backers Limited (14 of 22 left)
SEXY CIVILIAN : Not into War but wanna help? Submit your sexy photo and you will be turned into a pinup model for the "Love Letter"! This is a "Backer Only" exclusive print. (No nudes, please). We will send you an original sketch, and you will also recieve a Girly Red Hangboy t-shirt. (S-M only)
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $49 or more
41 backers
PRIVATE FIRST CLASS : Way to go! You are stepping up! This is great way to ensure that you reserve yourself a copy of HBWWTOO book! +You go on the Forever Grateful List on Hangboy.com
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $59 or more
48 backers
TEAM LEADER: Congrats! Now you have minions to control. You reserved yourself a Copy of HBWWTOO Book +"The Love Letter" Contains 5x7" Hangboy's favorite morale booster Pin-Up girl print (Backers only exclusive print). +A sign copy HANGBoY : Cave Drawings (The ultimate collection of old Hangboy arts) +You go on the Forever Gratitude List on Hangboy.com
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $64 or more
0 backers Limited (20 of 20 left)
PRIVATE FIRST CLASS [+] : You get what PRIVATE FIRST CLASS get + All 23 HANGBoY postcards!
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $66 or more
5 backers Limited (15 of 20 left)
DOUBLE AGENT : You can team up with a comrade and get 2 HBWWTOO books for a discount price!. +You go on the Forever Grateful List on Hangboy.com
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $69 or more
9 backers Limited (11 of 20 left)
TEAM LEADER [+] : You get what TEAM LEADER get + All 23 HANGBoY postcards!
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $79 or more
22 backers
SQUAD LEADER : Outstanding! You reserved yourself a copy of HBWWTOO Book +"The Love Letter" Contains 5x7" Hangboy's favorite morale booster Pin-Up girl print (Backers only exclusive print). +HBWWTOO All 3 (35x9")Epic Posters +A sign copy HANGBoY : Cave Drawings (The ultimate collection of old Hangboy arts) +You go on the Forever Gratitude List on Hangboy.com
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $89 or more
11 backers Limited (9 of 20 left)
SQUAD LEADER[+] : You get what SQUAD LEADER get + All 23 HANGBoY postcards!
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $125 or more
19 backers Limited (31 of 50 left)
WAR HEROES. You are Brave and your hearts are large. You will earn... +A signed Copy HBWWTOO Book +A FREE Code to purchase HBWWTOO iPad App +"The Love Letter" Contains 5x7" Hangboy's favorite morale booster Pin-Up girl print(Backers only exclusive print). +HBWWTOO All 3 Epic Posters +A sign copy HANGBoY : Cave Drawings (The ultimate collection of old Hangboy arts) +Your name will be listed in Special Thanks page in the Book!
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $135 or more
11 backers
WAR HEROES [+] : You get what WAR HEROES get + All 23 HANGBoY postcards!
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $249 or more
3 backers All gone!
GENERAL : Your superior decision served you well. You get to command Hand cast and Painted Golden HANGBoY Sculpture (limited 3) + WAR HEROES Reward (same as above)
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $342 or more
1 backer All gone!
MASTER CHIEF : We applaud your fighting spirits and re-spawning skill. You will earn 2 HANGBoY custom Plush toys. One big One small As we nicknamed them Fatman and Little boy. +WAR HEROES Reward (mentioned above)
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $349 or more
1 backer All gone!
GRAND GENERAL : You must have done something shady. You get to command Hand cast and Painted Platinum HANGBoY Sculpture (limited 1 only) + WAR HEROES Reward (same as above)
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $397 or more
1 backer All gone!
MARSHAL : You are now bossing the Generals! You will earn the one and only, custom-made by "Sweet Deadly Michelle Legendre", HANGBoY & DARK HANGBoY plush dolls to snuggle with. + WAR HEROES Reward (mentioned above)
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $979 or more
1 backer All gone!
SUPREME COMMANDER. Congratulation sir/ma'am! You will earn... the One and Only Original HANGBoY Statue (Acrylic Paint/Super Sculpey) +A Pencil rendered Drawing of Hangboy doing anything you command. + WAR HEROES Reward (mentioned above)
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012Pledge $1,979 or more
1 backer All gone!
BIG BOSS: We thank your awesome power. You can have + The One and Only HUGE (AKA Very very Big) 70x28x1.5" DeeDay (Normandy Beach) Printed on Stretched Canvas and Wooden frame. + WAR HEROES Reward (mentioned above)
Estimated delivery: Jul 2012
