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Gene Kelly - Sequential Artist, Illustrator

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Gene Kelly is an illustrator and graphic designer who grew up in the Midwest and now resides in the suburbs of Brooklyn, NY. When not chained to the internet designing for “the man” he retreats to the world of comics and illustration, which is his second true love (the first being his lovely wife, Mary).

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UnderGround Online, Stage Left Productions, Beta 3 Comics, Dead Dog Comics

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How long have you been an artist?

I’m not sure I’m an “artist” now, lol. But I have been drawing since I was young and started working professionally while still in college, so that would be about 8 years doing both illustration and web design.

What are some of your major art influences?

Numerous American comic book artists, Jim Henson, Bill Watterson, Pixar Studios, and Miyazaki films.

What are some of your major genre influences?

Growing up it was all superheroes and D&D. Now it’s any kind of creative fantasy, the more imaginative the better. Give me ideas and things I haven’t seen before. That’s what it’s all about… contrary to what the hokey pokey may claim.

What sort of training/schooling/experience do you have with art?

Although primarily self-taught, I earned a BA in art and design from Southern Illinois which helped round out my skills. After that it’s a matter of learning from every new project I take on. The “never-ending battle” as it were (and as it should be).

How did you become involved in Empty Room Studios?

I was fortunate enough to meet Jeremy Mohler via Deviant Art and after trading comments for a while he invited me to join the studio. I’m really flattered and excited to be part of such a talented group.

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