I’m a big fan of magic, and having magical heroes in comics means a lot to me.
My favourite comic book hero of magic is Doctor Strange. I was so excited when Strange Academy was announced – a school of magic in the Marvel Universe, with teachers including some of my most beloved heroes: Shaman, Scarlet Witch, Brother Voodoo, Magik, and more. Plus the introduction of new young heroes. I felt like a kid who wanted so badly to be part of something like that.
So I took the cover of Strange Academy #1 – which features a group of students and Doctor Strange – and I drew myself in the style of Humberto Ramos, placing myself right between them.
I drew myself as I actually was: wearing my blue dressing gown. Whoever saw it could think I was a wizard – and they’re free to interpret it however they like. I’m fine with that.
Well, if not in real life, at least I can make a fan art. That drawing put a smile on my face for several days.
I truly miss that comic. I hope Marvel brings it back someday.
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