DON AGUILLO (SDCC INTERVIEW)
By: RogueSymbiote
Don Aguillo is a name you will want to familiarize yourself with in the world of comics. As a writer, artist, creator and co-founder of independent publisher In Hiatus Studios, Don is constantly working to perfect his craft and better the comic book community. It wouldn't be comic con without a trip to Artist Alley. Enjoy our discussion about Don's career and current projects.
Be sure to check out Don's creator owned work Rise from Scout Comics. Scout Comics' website describes Rise as follows:
"In the distant future, the kingdom of Pasif’kah is suddenly bereft of its king and queen. Reluctant nine-year-old Zakaiah, the recently-orphaned royal heir, must now leave the only home she's ever known to embark on an extremely challenging and dangerous rite-of-passage: The Trials of the House of Jasser.
Guided and protected by a diverse entourage of warriors and mystics—each plagued by their own inner demons—the would be child-queen must learn the great responsibility of her position, explore her realm, and have her skill and endurance tested as she prepares to ascend the throne.
Behind them, the crumbling city is at the mercy of a powerful ruling cabal seeking to usurp leadership for their own dark agendas. Meanwhile, just beyond the shadows ahead, the emergence of an ancient evil threatens to halt Zakaiah’s journey dead in its tracks.
Rise is a mix of high fantasy, horror, and sci-fi set against the rich backdrop of a world ravaged and on the brink of collapse, its hopes resting on the shoulders of a young girl and a band of strangers."
In addition to his creator owned works, Don is absolutely CRUSHING it on the covers for all Spawn related titles from Image Comics. I mean... just look at that Scorched cover! His talent alone is enough to draw you in, but his humility and passion for the comic medium is what made us a perpetual advocate for his craft.
Thanks again to Don Aguillo for taking the time to chat with us at SDCC. You can follow Don on Twitter and Instagram @artofdonaguillo
