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Israeli Defense Comics # 02 is now available for order on our website! http://israelidefensecomics.com/store/?catid=4

Israeli Defense Comics # 02 features the Golem-myth reimagined in modern day Israel. The story begins with a mortar attack on the Israeli town of Tsderot. Our hero, Magen, arrives to help, and rescues a Rabbi from a collapsing Yeshiva. While recovering in the hospital, the Rabbi instructs his student to create the Golem to protect the city and Israel. But something is wrong and the Golem cannot be contained. Magen must find a way to defeat the Golem before the mystical clay monster does more harm than good.

The issue is 30 pages long, and also includes a fact page that helps provide more information with the News sources that inspired the events in the story.

SHANAH TOVA to Everyone!! Happy New Year 5776!

There are alot of great things in store for IDC this year! IDC #02 just came in, as well as Baltimore Comic Con, and plans for IDC #03.

Best wishes for a happy, healthy, and sweet New Year!

Happy July 4th from Israeli Defense Comics!

We celebrate the birth of our nation, the United States of America, the home of the brave. Let’s take a few moments to send thoughts of support to the soldiers who have fought for our freedom. In triumph and in tragedy, we stand united and defiant in the face of any who would challenge our commitment to freedom. Celebrating all of our heroes on Independence day!

Would you like an original drawing of your favorite Super-Hero? Maybe a friend’s portrait as a superhero? Great for Graduation or Birthday presents.

Original Artwork Commissions are available!

A finished full figure with background original art inked commission of your favorite Super-Hero on acid free professional 11″x17″ comic book illustration board.

Contact: info@israelidefensecomics.com for more details

Did you miss the Kickstarter deadline? A number of people have emailed me after the Kickstarter ended about if they could still contribute to the printing of Israeli Defense Comics # 02 and receive rewards.

I am happy to announce that I will be able to honor all Reward Pledges listed below.

All the Rewards pledges include your name printed on the recognition page in Israeli Defense Comics # 02.

Deadline: The Rewards Deadline is JULY 15.

Order Instructions: If you would like to choose a reward below, please contact me at info@israelidefensecomics.com and I will be happy to send you a Paypal invoice for your selection.

Here is a list of the rewards:
$10-$15 Donation- Digital copy of IDC #02
$20 Donation- Print Copy of IDC # 02
$30 Donation- Print Copy of IDC # 01 and IDC # 02
$40 Donation- Original Art (small size)
$100 Donation- Original Art Commission 11″ x 17″ (large size)
$200 Donation- Original Production Art from IDC # 02

THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!

 

To All My Supporters:

I think the title says it all, We Did It!!!

Thank you all for your support and generosity in bringing Israeli Defense Comics # 02 to print!

You have helped to spread the word to friends, re-tweeted and shared posts, and have given your time and effort to helping bring IDC #02 to life. I can not adequately express my thanks and gratitude for your support.

Thank you for making this comic with me!

Joshua

Tuesday, June 2nd-  Joshua Stulman was on hand sketching for children at the opening of Jewish Super Hero Comics Exhibition at the Brooklyn Public Library, Kings Highway Branch, 2115 Ocean Ave., Brooklyn.

This is a solo exhibition of Stulman’s illustration artwork. There are over 40 pieces of Original Comic Artwork from Israeli Defense Comics. The Exhibition is up though July 31st, Free and open to the public.

You can find pics from the Opening Reception on Facebook. CLICK HERE

IDC hit the street at Fifth Ave. in New York on Sunday June 2nd to help spread the word about Israeli Defense Comics # 02. There were alot of great floats and legions of Pro-Israel supporters! The parade spanned almost 20 city blocks right up central park. Live music ranged from Israeli Pop, marching bands, and traditional Zionist songs. The crowds were energetic even when light rain began, they pushed through to cheer on the thousands of participants.

In the late afternoon the Celebrate Israel festival continued in Central Park at the Summer stage. Hundreds of people joined together to enjoy Jewish music from past to present. Unfortunately, the event ended a bit early due to thunderstorms.

At the end of the we had a chance to share Israeli Defense Comics with a whole new crowd.

Help support our Pro-Israel initiative!

CHECK OUT https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/936804836/israeli-defense-comics-2-jewish-superhero-golem-co?ref=discovery

 

EVENT: Golem Lecture at Town and Village Synagogue

WHEN: Friday, May 29 at 6pm

Where: Town and Village Synagogue, 334 E 14th St, New York, NY 10003

Joshua Stulman will be delivering a short talk at Friday night Shabat services on the Golem and its influence in comic books at Town and Village Synagogue in New York.

Light refreshments (Oneg) will be provided. Sponsored by Town and Village Synagogue.

RSVP FOR SERVICES

Jewish Super Hero Comics Exhibition by Joshua Stulman

June 2 – July 31, 2015
Opening Reception & Comic Book Signing: Tuesday, June 2, 6 – 8 pm

Location: Kings Highway Library, 2115 Ocean Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11229

Curated by Boris Ioselev

Jewish Super Hero Comics is a solo exhibition of original artwork by comic book artist, Joshua H. Stulman. Stulman is the creator and artist for Israeli Defense Comics, featuring the Jewish Superhero, Magen: The Shield of Israel.

 

Israeli Defense Comics draws heavy inspiration from the Golden Age comics. The superhero, Magen, which in Hebrew means “shield”, refers to a long line of patriotic superheroes created by Jewish artists including Irv Novick (the Shield), Will Eisner (Uncle Sam), and Jack Kirby/Joe Simon (Captain America).

 

The stories fuse action and adventure with references to news stories straight from the headlines. Israeli Defense Comics merges entertainment with education to help communicate current events in Israel and Jewish history.

 

Stulman holds an MFA degree in painting from Pratt Institute, as well as BA degrees in Anthropology and Fine art from Penn State University. In 2010, Stulman co-founded Hadas Gallery, the only Jewish emerging artist gallery in Brooklyn, and currently runs the Brooklyn Art Review. His artwork has been featured in numerous publications including the Jewish Forward, as well as the Jewish Comix Anthology Vol. 1 published by Alternate History Comics.