by Joshua H. Stulman
We are proud to announce the next issue of Israeli Defense Comics!
We have created a Kickstarter to help support the printing costs of Israeli Defense Comics # 03.
The artwork and production for Israeli Defense Comics # 3 is 100% Complete! The comic book is a Full 30 pages, with a beautiful cover inked by Marvel and DC legendary artist, Joe Rubinstein (Infinity Gauntlet, Wolverine).
If funding is successful, Israeli Defense Comics # 03 will begin shipping in mid May 2018.
You can find progress updates here as well as on facebook.
The Story
Israeli Defense Comics # 03 features a team up between Magen: The Shield of Israel and Al Wiesner’s super-hero, Shaloman.
The story begins with the resurgence of the Black Knights, a group of bad guys that supposedly ceased operations decades ago when they were stopped by Shaloman.
Now they’re back and Shaloman is nowhere to be found. The Black Knights case leads Magen across continents to the United States to discover their nefarious plot and who is responsible for their resurgence!
Israeli Defense Comics # 3 also includes a real life fact page that helps provide some educational information that inspired the events in the story.
So Who Is Shaloman?
Shaloman was created by Al Wiesner and published from 1988-2013 in over 40 comics. Al Wiesner received a San Diego Comic Con Inkpot Award in 2010 for his publishing effort. Shaloman holds a special place in my heart because Shaloman # 1 from 1988 was one of my first comics as a child and it is an honor to be able to include the character in this comic book.
The premise for Israeli Defense Comics # 3 began when I discovered a 10 Page unpublished Shaloman story by Al Wiesner created in 1983. Originally I wanted to publish this story as a back up feature in Israeli Defense Comics. However instead, I crafted a story using Magen that takes place in Modern day, incorporating Wiesner’s original artwork as a flashback sequence in this all new adventure.
REWARDS
We have some great reward opportunities, which you can see to your right. These include: Original Artwork Commissions of a superhero of your choice, and Signed comics, including some very special issues signed by Shaloman Creator Al Wiesner.
We also have some of the original artwork from the comic book as well as the original cover!
Reward #4 – Israeli Defense Comics #1-3 Comic Set
Reward #6 – Shaloman # 1 (1988) SIGNED Ed.
Reward #7 – Original Art Head Sketch 9″x 12″
Original Artwork by Joshua H. Stulman on 9″x 12″ bristol board. Commission is for one portrait illustration of your favorite superhero.
Reward #8 – Israeli Defense Comics & Shaloman Comic Collection
For the real Jewish Comics Fan! This instant comic collection includes: Shaloman (1988) # 1-9 and Israeli Defense Comics # 1-3.
Reward #9 – Original Art Commission 11″x17″
Original Artwork by Joshua H. Stulman on 11″x17″ Comic board. Commission is for one full figure illustration of your favorite superhero with background.
Reward #10 – Israeli Defense Comics #3 Wiesner Cover Production Proof
This one-of-a-kind cover proof served as the final OK for Israeli Defense Comics # 3 Wiesner cover.
The piece measures 11″x17″ and includes minimal inking corrections to the image by Joshua H. Stulman.
Reward #11 – Original Artwork from IDC # 3
Get a piece of the comic! An original comic page of Israeli Defense Comics # 3 signed by Joshua H. Stulman. Each page is One-Of-A-Kind and will have at least one panel with Magen.
Your choice between twelve pages. -Original pages are limited to artwork by Joshua H. Stulman -Selection choices limited to first come, first served basis
Reward #12 – Israeli Defense Comics # 3 Shaloman Production Art
This one-of-a-kind Shaloman production page was entirely hand inked by Joshua H. Stulman from a photocopy of Al Wiesner’s pencils. And served as the final OK for the artwork seen in Israeli Defense Comics. The piece measures 11″x17”.
Reward #13 – Original Art Color Commission 11″x17 Original Art Color
Commission is for one full figure illustration of your favorite superhero with background. This Original Artwork Commission Includes: – Original 11″x17″ pen & ink illustration on Comic board AND an 11″x17″ Full Color Print
Reward #14 – Israeli Defense Comics # 3 Wiesner Cover w/Original Art
This one-of-a-kind production artwork includes alterations to the Wiesner Original artwork that contains paste ups, finishing artwork, and original inking embellishments by Joshua H. Stulman.
The piece measures 11″x17″ and comes with Certificate Of Authenticity.
Reward #15 – Israeli Defense Comics # 3 pg. 29 Jerusalem Splash Page
This beautiful splash page from Israeli Defense Comics # 3 features Shaloman and Magen overlooking the Western Wall in Jerusalem.
This one-of-a-kind page was entirely hand penciled and inked by Joshua H. Stulman. The piece measures 11″x17″ Pen and ink on Comic Board
Reward #16 – Israeli Defense Comics # 3 Original Cover Art
Congratulations! You have single-handed funded the printing of IDC #3!
Israeli Defense Comics # 3 Original Cover Art by Joshua H. Stulman. The artwork was penciled by Joshua H. Stulman and inked by Marvel/DC Comic Veteran artist, Joe Rubinstein!
The piece measures 11″x17″ Pen and ink on Comic Board
STRETCH GOAL
If this project reaches $300 over our minimum goal, the Israeli Defense Comics # 3 Al Wiesner Shaloman Variant cover will be unlocked!
Everyone who has pledged to receive a physical book/package or higher will have a choice of receiving either the Stulman Cover or the Wiesner Cover.