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September 19th, 2008
BUSCH ILLUSTRATES CLONE WARS POSTER/
FAN DAYS IN TEXAS!

Based on the highly anticipated CLONE WARS show coming to Cartoon Network, Matt Busch has illustrated a beautiful montage capturing the turmoil and excitement! The weekly show begins in October stomps right on the heels of the theatrical release last August.

How can you nab one of these posters? For FREE?

Busch will be attending the STAR WARS FAN DAYS II show in Plano, Texas, October 25th and 26th. Be one of the first 500 through the door and you'll get one of these puppies free! In addition, Busch will be doing exclusive show sketch cards. Mind you, 30 second sketches, but those will be free as well. Busch will also have books, posters, DVDs and even original art on display and for purchase. Don't miss this show! More info HERE!

 


August 13th, 2008
JAPANESE STAR WARS PRINT AVAILABLE ONLINE!

The exclusive Celebration Japan print, illustrated by Matt Busch is now available for a limited time at StarWarsShop.com! The print run is limited to 250, and each piece is signed and numbered by Busch. The poster-size print measures a whopping 24" X 36" and has a deluxe aqueous coating. You can check it out right HERE!

Titled "Land of the Rising Suns", the foundation of this piece began years ago as a wrap-around cover of Autograph Times Magazine. At the time, the image featured a self portrait of artist Busch engulfed in a sea of characters from the original trilogy and Episode I. The image quickly became a favorite among fans, requesting that it become a print in the future. That day has come, and Busch has updated the image to reflect characters and vehicles from each of the movies, with a twist of Japanese pop culture design.

As to what the Japanese characters represent? "For the fans that can't read Japanese, I don't wan't to spoil it. I think half the fun is the mystery and the adventure of figuring it out. For part of it, I will say this, though: Konnichiwa, Boku wa Matt Busch desu. Anata Wa Star Wars o kakeru!" This rare poster won't last so grab yours while you can! Click HERE!


August 11th, 2008
HOW TO DRAW STAR WARS: MORE COMIC BOOKS!

MATT BUSCH is back- this time offering even more great tips on how to draw COMIC BOOKS! This episode focuses on how to tell your visual story through dynamic page layouts. Check it out below!

You can also see this episode in higher 640 X 480 res at StarWars.com by clicking HERE!

How To Draw STAR WARS! Episode 13 of 21: Comic Books!


July 16th, 2008
MATT BUSCH IN JAPAN!

Matt Busch is currently on in Tokyo promoting the 30th Anniversary of STAR WARS in Japan! This weekend/next week is the STAR WARS Celebration Japan show at the Makuhari Messe in Chiba. Taking advantage of the trip, Busch will also be filming scenes for several new videos, as well as actually getting some vacation time- something unheard of for Busch.

In addition to an exclusive set of one-of-a-kind sketch cards, Busch will be toting a brand new STAR WARS poster, Japanese-style! Titled "Land of the Rising Suns", the foundation of this piece began years ago as a wrap-around cover of Autograph Times Magazine. At the time, the image featured a self portrait of artist Matt Busch engulfed in a sea of characters from the original trilogy and Episode I: The Phantom Menace. The image quickly became a favorite among fans, requesting that it become a print in the future. That day has come, and Busch has updated the image to reflect characters and vehicles from each of the movies, with a twist of Japanese pop culture design.

As to what the Japanese characters represent? "For the fans that can't read Japanese, I don't wan't to spoil it. I think half the fun is the mystery and the adventure of figuring it out. For part of it, I will say this, though: Konnichiwa, Boku wa Matt Busch desu. Anata Wa Star Wars o kakeru!"

A week from now Busch will head straight for San Diego for the Comic-Con International show, which Busch is a featured Special Guest. Stay tuned for a complete schedule of all the things he'll have planned for that!


July 7th, 2008
YOU CAN DRAW STAR WARS VOLUME 2 COMING TO DVD!

As a follow-up to the original series of tutorial videos that found limited release on DVD in 2007, Lucasfilm Ltd. has authorized a new DVD from DK Publishing and Planetmatt Entertainment: YOU CAN DRAW STAR WARS- VOLUME TWO. Hosted by notorious artist Matt Busch, the DVD will collect all seven Episodes from Season 2 released this year.

The first series chronicled the entire creation of a 30th Anniversary poster, whereas Season 2 includes the creation of the REVENGE OF THE SITH Style D One Sheet, but also spreads focus to areas such as drawing on the road, storyboarding for film and animation, and comic books. Each chapter includes comical skits to spice up the pace, including a few where Busch parodies Indiana Jones- another Lucasfilm staple.

The tutorials began as a side promotion for the book of the same name from DK Publishing, to which Busch produced nearly 400 illustrations. Before released on DVD, all videos can first be seen on StarWars.com and KidDK.com. The videos later hit other avenues online, and have had more than one million plays on MySpaceTV alone. "It's awesome that these are available on DVD," comments Busch, "for the dedicated aspiring artist, to be able to experience the details at four times the resolution is wonderful."

Busch himself will be attending the upcoming STAR WARS Celebration Japan next week in Tokyo with a brand new limited edition poster. The following week, Busch will be a featured Special Guest at Comic-Con International in San Diego, the largest pop-culture show on the planet.

The Volume Two DVD will debut at Comic-Con as well. To find out how to get your hands on a copy for FREE, check out Busch's Spotlight panel on Saturday, July 26th from 11:30 - 12:30pm in Room 30CDE. Another good idea would be to stop by the DK booth and find out when Busch and author Bonnie Burton and fellow artist Tom Hodges will be signing books. To find out the latest info on how to nab a DVD, stay locked in to www.MattBusch.com for updates.


June 10th, 2008
HOW TO DRAW STAR WARS: EPISODE 12!

Recently released this past weekend on MySpaceTV, Matt Busch's latest How To Draw video topped the MySpace Video Charts, coming in at Number One for categories of Instructional and Animation/CGI, and Number Two for Entertainment. To date, Busch's videos have gathered more than a million plays on MySpace alone.

Here Busch returns with a plethora of tips- this time delving into COMIC BOOKS! The latest episode focuses on how to illustrate your visual storytelling in your panels through shots and angles.

Continuing the INDIANA JONES parody from where Episode 10 left off, Busch evades more Stormtroopers and finally makes his way to the Temple of Vader, but will he successfully nab the golden idol? You'll have to watch to see!

In addition to the MySpace Video below, you can also see this episode in higher 640 X 480 res at StarWars.com by clicking HERE. As well, you can download all of the How To Draw STAR WARS episodes as Quicktime files at the DK site HERE.

How To Draw STAR WARS! Episode 12 of 21: Comic Books!


May 13th, 2008
FIGHTING LYMPHOMA, JEDI STYLE!

Matt Busch, Lucasfilm, The 501st Great Lakes Garrison, and Paul Michael Kane have teamed up to produce this beautiful poster commemorating the 25th Anniversary of RETURN OF THE JEDI! The best part is, all of the proceeds will go to the National Lymphoma Society. Jay Shimko, Great Lakes 501st member TK-130, is actually a lymphoma survivor, which makes this charity poster all the more special!

Lucasfilm has graciously authorized this limited edition poster by STAR WARS artist Matt Busch. This piece completes the Original Trilogy set of villain-style posters that Busch has produced for the films' anniversaries over the years. The standard poster size measures 24" X 36" and is printed on thick 100 lb. stock with a deluxe aqueous coating.

This poster is extremely rare and contributes to a wonderful cause. The 501st Great Lakes Garrison will be selling the prints this weekend at the Motor City Comic Convention, held at the Rock Financial Showplace in Novi, MI, this Friday, May 16th through Sunday the 18th. Busch will also be a guest with some special surprises planned. For more information on the show, including tickets, hours, directions, and guests, click HERE.

If you can't get one in person at the show, a limited number of posters have been reserved for pre-order sales Online. You can see a larger version of the poster and secure your copy HERE!


May 6th, 2008
HOW TO DRAW STAR WARS: EPISODE 11

The latest episode of Matt Busch's tutorial series has been released! In the second part of creating the Style D One Sheet movie poster for REVENGE OF THE SITH, Busch begins painting and takes you through the complete process. As well, there's guest Narration from MattBusch.com's own Paul Michael Kane- who'll show how he created the typography and other digital secrets for the poster.

On location in Hollywood, California, you'll also see Busch prepping for a big Jedi Lightsaber Tournament. How does Busch fare with the competition? You'll just have to watch and see!

In addition to seeing the latest episode on MySpace TV below, you see the full episode at StarWars.com at a full 640 X 480 resolution HERE. You can also also download all of the Episodes as Quicktime movies at the KidDK.com right HERE.

Stay tuned for the next episode, where Matt returns with a brand new INDIANA JONES-themed episode on how to draw Comic Books!

How To Draw STAR WARS! Episode 11 of 21: Painting Lightsabers!


April 25th, 2008
SECOND HOW TO DRAW MANGA SERIES

StarWars.com has just released Part Two of a new How To Draw Manga series, written and illustrated by Matt Busch! You can check out the Step By Step article HERE.

Manga, of course, refers to the Japanese style of comics, and what a better way to prep for the upcoming Celebration Japan show in July than to explore some of their pop culture. This week's article takes a look at how to draw Manga Padme from the side 'profile' view.

The article is the second in a Three Part weekly series, so be sure to check back next week and see how to draw Manga STAR WARS characters from different angles. In case you missed it, you can see the first article HERE.


April 14th, 2008
INDIANA JONES DRAWS STAR WARS!

Any fan of INDIANA JONES and STAR WARS can quote numerous instances in which the Indy films reference the films from the "galaxy far, far away..." (Did you know that in Temple of Doom, the sound the plane's engines make when it runs out of fuel is the same sound the Millennium Falcon makes when the hyperdrive fails?) Now, paying homage reverses in Matt Busch's latest How To Draw STAR WARS video, which can be seen HERE.

In this episode, Busch himself is dressed as the famous archeologist, seeking the Temple of Vader. He uncovers the mysteries of the Original STAR WARS Style D "Circus" poster, and prepares to illustrate it's bookend piece for REVENGE OF THE SITH. With the aid of Lucasfilm's Pete Vilmur, you'll see the entire process for getting a STAR WARS poster approved and the many different sketches an artist often goes through. You'll also see how Busch incorporates digital technology to accommodate changes to his traditional sketches.

Since hitting MySpaceTV, the How To Draw STAR WARS series has exploded onto the charts, going straight to Number One. The last episode gained 350,000 plays on MySpace alone, in addition to StarWars.com and KidDK.com. The video series is loosely based on the book You Can Draw STAR WARS, which Busch provided nearly 400 drawings and paintings for, and was released by DK publishing in 2007. A limited edition DVD of the first 7 episodes were also released last summer.

Like Indiana Jones, Busch himself is a professor by day at Macomb College, though at night he's an adventure-seeking illustrator. Mostly known for his work illustrating STAR WARS products, he's worked with all kinds of Hollywood properties, including some upcoming work based around the new INDIANA JONES AND THE KINGDOM OF THE CRYSTAL SKULL movie.

You can check out the first Indy-themed episode on MySpaceTV below. As well, you can see a higher res 640 X 480 version at StarWars.com by clicking HERE. Last but certainly not least, you can also download this episode as a Quicktime movie and save it to your iPod at the KidDK site right HERE!

How To Draw STAR WARS! Episode 10 of 20: Sith Circus Sketching!


April 9 th, 2008
NEW HOW TO DRAW MANGA SERIES!

StarWars.com has just released Part One of a new How To Draw Manga series, written and illustrated by Manga Matt Busch! You can check out the Step By Step article HERE.

Manga, of course, refers to the Japanese style of comics, and what a better way to prep for the upcoming Celebration Japan show in July than to explore some of their pop culture. This week's article takes a look at how to draw Manga Padme from the front view.

The article is the first in a Three Part weekly series, so be sure to check back and see more next week and see how to draw Manga STAR WARS characters from different angles.


March 19th, 2008
BUSCH DRAWS THE ELVIS TROOPER!

The latest episode of How To Draw STAR WARS has hit the web. Matt's focus this time is how to draw stormtroopers' clunky armor out of simple three dimensional shapes.

Co-hosted by Ken Tarleton, the Elvis Trooper himself, you'll hear about how Elvis auditioned for STAR WARS and see why his scenes were cut from the movie.

In addition to the MySpaceTV video below, check out a higher res 640 X 480 version at StarWars.com by clicking HERE!

How To Draw STAR WARS! Episode 9 of 20: Stormtroopers!


March 2nd, 2008
EPISODE 8 OF HOW TO DRAW STAR WARS IS HERE!

In this first new episode of Season 2, Matt Busch takes you all the way to London, England, and gives tips on how to keep your chops up when not at home near your familiar drawing desk. In addition to going over sketchbooks, this episode focuses on all things Wookiee, and shows tricks on how to rock a drawing even if you don't have photo reference to look at.

With special guest appearances by Lucasfilm's Bonnie Burton, Star Wars artist Cynthia Cummens, and author Brandt Goldstein, this exciting episode is just the beggining of what to expect this Season.

NOTE: In addition to the MySpace TV video below, you can view the same Episode at twice the resolution at StarWars.com by clicking HERE:

How To Draw STAR WARS! Episode 8 of 20: On The Road!

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February 17th, 2008
SEASON 2 TRAILER: HOW TO DRAW STAR WARS!

Matt Busch announced today that Season 2 of the popular video tutorial series How to Draw Star Wars would debut on StarWars.com and MySpaceTV.com. In addition, a brand new trailer highlighting scenes from the new series has just been posted. (See below.)

Busch was the key illustrator of the critically acclaimed book You Can Draw StarWars (Lucasfilm and DK Publishing) for which the video series is loosely based. Combining humor and cutting edge storytelling, Busch found a unique way of educating fans on drawing, while creating their favorite characters from "a galaxy far, far away...." Originally released as webisodes on StarWars.com, the first seven installments were later collected onto a limited edition DVD. After that, the videos hit MySpace and exploded on to the charts- going straight to Number One. Each video released has at least gone to number one in one category or another.

Currently, Busch is putting the finishing touches on the new episodes and has some exciting plans. While the first series clocked in at nearly nine minutes each, the new installments will be more streamlined- ranging closer to five minutes each, but boasting well over a dozen brand new episodes. As well, while the last series was monthly, Season 2 will be weekly.

Topics will cover more drawing and painting techniques, but certain episodes will also expand into areas such as comic books, storyboarding, and even beginning animation. Expect more comedic antics from Busch, including several episodes which will spoof Indiana Jones- another popular Lucasfilm property and often associated with Star Wars.

Season 2 Trailer: How to Draw STAR WARS!

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February 10th, 2008
MATT BUSCH ON THE 501st PODCAST!

Recently, Matt Busch had an opportunity with chat with Dean Plantamura on the official podcast of the 501st Legion of Stormtroopers! Listen to it HERE!

In this interview, Busch discusses his involvement using the 501st as reference for his official STAR WARS work, including filming the 501st for new video episodes of HOW TO DRAW STAR WARS. Matt also talks about a plethora of new projects he's working on, and even talks about getting his own suit of TK Stormtrooper armor! The interview is a half hour long, and also has an exclusive Matt Busch related CONTEST for 501st members!

You can always find out more about the show at www.501st.com/podcast, however you can download the Matt's specific episode HERE! (Right click to save it as an MP3.) Matt's in-depth interview begins 34 minutes into the show.


January 9th, 2008
ART SCENE INTERNATIONAL MAGAZINE!


The latest issue of ART SCENE INTERNATIONAL features a huge 12-page step-by-step tutorial written and illustrated by Matt Busch! The illustration covered? The STAR WARS: Revenge of the Sith Style D One Sheet movie poster!

From the first initial concept sketches through the final brush stroke- every detail is revealed. The article also includes side bars by Lucasfilm's Pete Vilmur, who art-directed the poster, and Paul Michael Kane, who did the typography and digital alterations. If you've ever been interested in seeing how a STAR WARS poster is put together, this magazine is a must-have.

No stranger to the magazine, Busch has had an extensive gallery, interview, and another illustration tutorial based on the TV show "24" in previous issues. The new issue of ART SCENE INTERNATIONAL is available now at Borders and finer book stores.

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