Jonathan will be signing at the following locations for his new book, Star Bright and the Looking Glass. Each signing will have LIMITED store-specific bookplates including a print of original art to go with a purchase of the book. Each purchase also includes a raffle ticket to win the original art.
THE MIRROR REVEALS MORE THAN BEAUTY IN STAR BRIGHT
New storybook from Jonathan Luna in November
STAR BRIGHT AND THE LOOKING GLASS is Jonathan Luna's first solo creator-owned work after wrapping up THE SWORD (with brother Joshua Luna). In STAR BRIGHT, to be published in November by Image Comics, Luna departs from his superhero and science fiction comics, and works in the dreamy, fantasy-tinged aesthetic of his fine artwork to create a tale of beauty, vanity, and friendship.
"After the conclusion of The Sword, I took a two-year sabbatical, but I was always creating," said Luna of his break from comics. "I played with photography and film, and I learned how to paint with oil, acrylic, and watercolor. I finally decided I wanted to do a fairy-tale picture book."
The end result was STAR BRIGHT AND THE LOOKING GLASS, which tells the story of a wild young woman who discovers her own beauty when she finds a mirror in her forest home. The awakening of Star Bright's consciousness of her own loveliness also opens her heart to vanity. But when a wicked sorceress steals Star Bright's beauty Star Bright will learn from her woodland animal friends what the true virtues in life are.
"Everything I’m doing with Star Bright and the Looking Glass is so different from what I’m used to. It’s my first time writing alone, and prose for that matter," said Luna. "I can’t really pinpoint what led me to do a fairy-tale picture book. There’s definitely been a certain kind of imagery in my head that I’ve been dying to put on paper. I’ve been into pop surrealism for many years, so I wanted to incorporate that kind of art into my new work. I wanted it to be ethereal and a little dark."
Image Comics Publisher Eric Stephenson lauded Luna's dedication to growing as an artist.
"Jonathan Luna, along with his brother Joshua, have been doing amazing work at Image Comics for almost a decade now, but I'm still always amazed by their commitment to moving forward as artists and trying new things as storytellers," said Stephenson. "Jonathan's first solo project is wonderfully unique, and one of the most interesting projects he's brought to us yet."
STAR BRIGHT is a 72-page 9x12" hardcover storybook with full-color artwork for all ages. It will be in stores in November and available for pre-order in the August issue of Previews.
Mar.21.12
A link has been added to the left side of the NEWS page to read Whispers digitally.
Mar.21.12
BIBLIOGRAPHY is updated
with the following book info and cover art:
-Whispers #3
Feb.13.12
Jonathan will be at Comics Art Forum at the Savannah College of Art and Design, Feb. 24-25. He will be doing a workshop, panel discussion, and portfolio reviews for the students.
Ink and acrylic on art board. 12 x 16". Oct. 2011.
Exhibited at Gallery 1988 in LA, "Please Post Bills," a Bill Murray-themed show, on Nov.03.11.
For sale: $400.
-Jonathan
Nov.01.11
Actress/comedian, Aisha Tyler, created a podcast, Girl on Guy (and is now co-host on The Talk on CBS), and she interviewed us. We talk about our upbringing, comics career, and most embarrassing moments. Listen to it on iTunes Podcasts or http://girlonguy.net/
Oct.03.11
Stephanie Rogers.
Superhero Summer 2011, 4 (of 4), Captain America: The First Avenger.
Ink and acrylic on watercolor paper. 10" x 13.5". 2011.
I will be working on selling illustrations for a while. The first, Ultra, has been released today.
To purchase the Ultra illustration print, please visit Imagekind.
-Jonathan
Feb.04.11
A very late update.
SHOP is updated
with the following book:
-The Sword: The Complete Collection Deluxe Hardcover
Jan.22.11
Jonathan's Transmetropolitan Art Book illustration has been posted on Facebook.
The illustration depicts a female version of Spider Jerusalem (Transmetropolitan graphic novel series). It is being donated to the Transmetropolitan Art Book--proceeds will go to the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund.
Jonathan is working on a set of three illustration prints of Ultra, Girls, and The Sword that will be on sale online. Stay tuned for more info!
News Nov.24.10
With the release of The Sword: The Complete Collection Deluxe Hardcover, today, Newsarama has posted a full free issue of The Sword #1 along with a "Dara" photo-shoot by Jonathan.
We've made a short film documenting The Sword Wrap Parties in NY and LA.
Update Jun.08.10
BIBLIOGRAPHY is updated
with the following book info and cover art:
-The Sword, vol. 4: Air
SHOP is updated
with the following book:
-The Sword, Vol. 4: Air
Update Jun.05.10
Our mailing list form now works again! Thanks so much for your patience!
Update May.23.10
Apparently, our mailing list form is faulty. For the time being, please send us an email at we [at] lunabrothers.com with "Mailing List" in the subject line if you'd like to join. We'll let you all know when the form is fixed. Thanks for your patience.
Interview May.10.10
We spoke with Newsarama about The Sword's series conclusion.
THE SWORD wraps up with issue #24 and parties on both coasts
Berkeley, CA - 13 April 2010 - The Luna Brothers' critically acclaimed series THE SWORD, published by Image Comics, ends with issue #24, and it will go out with panache at two back-to-back wrap parties in New York City and Los Angeles.
On Thursday, May 13th, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m., the Luna Brothers will appear at MIDTOWN COMICS - Grand Central (459 Lexington Avenue, corner of 45th Street, New York City, NY; www.midtowncomics.com). Then, the Luna Brothers fly to the Left Coast on Friday, May 14, where they will be at GOLDEN APPLE COMICS (7018 Melrose Avenue, Los Angeles, CA; www.goldenapplecomics.com) from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. An exclusive SWORD print will be available at both events (limited to 100 copies per event), and the Luna Brothers will be signing at both events. The Golden Apple Comics event will also feature a reading of the script for the final issue.
"We're really excited to celebrate THE SWORD with all of the fans," say the Luna Brothers. "We've spent a little over two years on this series, and the fans have been there every step of the way. We hope that everyone has a great time at these events!"
THE SWORD tells the story of Dara Brighton, a young woman who witnesses the murder of her family at the hands of three very powerful elemental beings who are after a sword in her father's possession. In the aftermath, Dara attains the sword, which gives her incredible abilities beyond her wildest imagination. In THE SWORD #24, Dara Brighton's epic quest for revenge against the three elementals who murdered her family comes to its conclusion.
THE SWORD #24 (MAR100401), a 40-page full color comic book for $4.99, will be in stores May 12, 2010. Also available are THE SWORD: FIRE, collecting issues #1-6; THE SWORD: WATER, collecting issues #7-12; and THE SWORD: EARTH, collecting issues #13-18.
Image Comics is a comic book and graphic novel publisher founded in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Image has since gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. Image currently has five partners: Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri and Jim Valentino. It consists of four major houses: Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline and Image Central. Image publishes comics and graphic novels in nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable. It offers science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. For more information, visit www.imagecomics.com.
Charity Apr.04.10
Our Rennaissance original art will be auctioned soon. All proceeds will go to charity for the flood victims of the Philippines.
The page count is increasing for THE SWORD's finale.
Image Comics announced today that critically acclaimed series THE SWORD by the Luna Brothers will get a double-sized send off. Instead of the usual 32 pages, THE SWORD #24 is increasing its page count to 40 pages, with a cover price of $4.99.
"Like GIRLS #24, we absolutely needed more pages to tell the final issue of The Sword," said artist Jonathan Luna. "We were trying to fit it all in 22 pages, but there's just so much to tell. We hope everyone enjoys more story!"
Writer Joshua Luna added: "This is the ending we've been keeping a secret and dying to reveal since this series' conception, so we cannot wait until readers get their hands on it."
"We couldn't be more excited about the conclusion of the Luna's third miniseries at Image," stated Image Comics Publisher Eric Stephenson. "They've created yet another extraordinary series with THE SWORD and this double-sized final issue of THE SWORD is the send off the series and its fans deserve!"
THE SWORD tells the story of Dara Brighton, a young woman who witnesses the murder of her family at the hands of three very powerful elemental beings who are after a sword in her father's possession. In the aftermath, Dara attains the sword, which gives her incredible abilities beyond her wildest imagination. In THE SWORD #24, Dara Brighton's epic quest for revenge against the three elementals who murdered her family comes to its conclusion.
THE SWORD #24 (MAR100401), a 40-page full color comic book for $4.99, will be in stores May 12, 2010. Also available are THE SWORD: FIRE, collecting issues #1-6; THE SWORD: WATER, collecting issues #7-12; and THE SWORD: EARTH, collecting issues #13-18.
Charity Mar.11.10
Our friend, Rommel Calderon, is running the Team-In-Training marathon to fight Leukemia and Lymphoma for the second time!
David Lafuente (Ultimate Comics Spider-Man) recently sent us a letter with some very kind words about The Sword. He also sent us a lovely drawing of Dara. We thought you'd like to see it, too.
PRESS RELEASE - G4TV's FRESH INK ANNOUNCES THE FINAL ARC OF THE LUNA BROTHERS' THE SWORD BEGINS THIS AUGUST!
The Luna Brothers officially announce the beginning of the end is here for THE SWORD!
July 9 2009 (Berkeley, CA) - Yesterday evening on G4TV's Fresh Ink, Blair Butler announced The Luna Brothers have officially begun work on the final arc of their long running action-packed revenge epic, THE SWORD.
THE SWORD tells the story of Dara Brighton, a young woman who witnesses the murder of her family at the hands of three very powerful elemental beings who are after a sword in her father's possession. In the aftermath, Dara attains the sword which gives her incredible abilities beyond her wildest imaginations. While the sword has thus far protected Dara in her quest for revenge, the final arc reveals even this great power has a shocking limitation, one that may be her undoing.
"We cannot wait to reveal what happens in the final arc," Illustrator Jonathan Luna said.
Writer Joshua Luna added, "From the moment we started working on this series, we’ve always had a very specific ending in mind. So, it’s been incredibly fun, dropping little hints and working towards the payoff, issue by issue. I think readers will be surprised to see how it ends."
Image Comics is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by a collective of best-selling artists. Since that time, Image has gone on to become one of the largest comics publishers in the United States. There are currently five partners in Image Comics (Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, and Jim Valentino), and Image is currently divided into four major houses (Todd McFarlane Productions, Top Cow Productions, Shadowline, and Image Central). Image comics and graphic novels cover nearly every genre, sub-genre, and style imaginable, offering science fiction, romance, horror, crime fiction, historical fiction, humor, and more by the finest artists and writers working in the medium today. Visit www.imagecomics.com.
Charity Jul.09.09
We have winners for the San Diego Rock N Roll Marathon Raffle!
1st Prize: Ben Baker
2nd Prize: Michael Schwartz
3rd Prize: Paul Nakayama
We raised $460 with the raffle tickets and over $2500 altogether for the marathon. Thanks to everyone who donated for such a great cause to fight against leukemia and lymphoma!
And you can read it in English (translated by Google) here.
Update Apr.24.09
BIBLIOGRAPHY is updated
with the following book info and cover art:
-The Sword #20
Big Bang Theory Apr.22.09
We were just informed that The Sword made an appearance on the CBS show, The Big Bang Theory. This is a favorite show of ours, but unfortunately, we missed this episode in which the gang makes a trip to the comic book store.
Joshua is currently accepting commissions for original penciled sketches (no color).
9x12 Original head sketch (pencil) - $60
9x12 Original torso sketch (pencil) - $100 (add $30 for each additional character)
9x12 Original full figure sketch (pencil) - $150 (add $50 for each additional character)
11x17 Original full figure sketch (pencil) - $250 (add $100 for each additional character)
If backgrounds are requested, depending on the complexity, prices may increase and will have to be discussed.
I do not currently offer colored prints of existing work.
For requests or further info, email Josh at joshua [at] lunabrothers [dot] com
(This info will also be placed in the FAQ section.)
Update Mar.26.09
BIBLIOGRAPHY is updated
with the following book info and cover art:
-The Sword #19
Panda Force Mar.17.09
One of our good friends, Sean Causley, has made it into the Zuda Comics Competition this month with "Panda Force." So, when he asked me for a wallpaper, I was more than happy to make one for him.
To check out the Zuda Comic and wallpapers, please go here (and vote for it!): www.pandaforcecomic.com
So, it's been revealed. We've been talking with Bryce Dallas Howard about The Sword. Bryce is such a sweetheart. Thanks to her for her kind words!
"What To Buy Once a Month" and "Holy Shit!" Feb.28.09
Charity Feb.23.09
Help the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in their fight against blood cancers,
and enter a chance to win a signed and personalized copy of the Girls
Complete Collection oversized book, and a sketch of your choosing by The
Luna Brothers!
