Archive for July, 2007

Friday, July 27th, 2007

AUGUST 1ST THURZDAY - BRANDON GRAHAM & COREYYY LEWIS

“To satisfy a woman you need multiple war heads.” So for August’s First Thursday you could say we’ve got a real double header for you. Oni Press’ Brandon Graham and Corey Lewis are taking the trip from Seattle to present new books, mini comics, and original art.

Corey’s comic inspiration is equal parts [...]

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Wednesday, July 25th, 2007

Floating World - Best of Portland 2007 Pick!

Thanks to the Willamette Week for recognizing Floating World as a Best of Portland Pick this year! So weren’t voted best comic shop in town, but that’s ok, it’s only our first year right?
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Best “Safe House” For Creative Types
The one place in Old Town to see some eyes bulge without having to call the [...]

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Sunday, July 15th, 2007

TOO FAT, CAN’T FLY by Yuko Kondo

Fans of Kozyndan and Taiyo Matsumoto’s surreal brilliance should take a look at the artwork of Japanese illustrator, Yoko Kondo.

Recently, he’s done illustrations for Roll Deep’s album ‘The Avenue’. His first major publication, TOO FAT, CAN’T FLY (and other stories), collects his comics and illustrations up until 2004.

A hero who faces death but [...]

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Sunday, July 1st, 2007

JULY 1ST THURSDAY - JEREMY TINDER & DOUGLAS WOLK

This First Thursday, July 5th, Floating World Comics and Top Shelf are proud to present a dual book release party with Jeremy Tinder and Douglas Wolk!

Jeremy Tinder presents dozens of new paintings and debuts his new comic, “BLACK GHOST APPLE FACTORY” from Top Shelf Productions.
Douglas Wolk will be on hand to present and discuss his [...]

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