DIG DUG, one of the celebrated 80′s coin-op arcade classics, is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a webcomics collaboration project. Below is a snippet of the official press blurb, which contains the list of cartoonists who have been asked to contribute to the project:

Dig Dug is one of those iconic games that means a lot to retro gamers, especially those of us who grew up constantly trying to inflate many a Fygar, so we wanted to do something very special for the webcomic,” said Rob Pereyda, Producer & Editor-in-Chief of ShiftyLook for NAMCO BANDAI Games Inc. “And I think we just might have the comics team-up of the summer and a must read for video games and webcomics fans alike.”
Each creative team will craft self-contained Dig Dug stories, with a different angle brought each time. A partial list of talent is as follows (additional talent to be announced):

• Raynato Castro (Buttersafe)
• Jeff “Chamba” Cruz (ShiftyLook’s Sky Kid)
• Javier Charro (Soul & Sword)
• Brian Clevinger (Atomic Robo)
• Mike Costa (Smoke and Mirrors)
• Alex Culang (Buttersafe)
• Omar Dogan (ShiftyLook’s Wonder Momo)
• Joey Esposito (Footprints)
• Greg Fisher (Vivian)
• Dax “D-Gee” Gordine (ShiftyLook’s Bravoman)
• Dean Haspiel (ShiftyLook’s The Five-Dimensional Adventures of Dirk Davies)
• Marko Head (Vivian)
• Jerry Holkins (Penny Arcade)
• JJ Kirby (ShiftyLook title to be announced at London MCM Expo on 26 May)
• Mike Krahulik (Penny Arcade)
• Erik Ko (ShiftyLook’s Wonder Momo)
• Scott Kurtz (PVP)
• Nick Langley (Rocket Llama)
• David Maliki (Wondermark)
• Ben McCool (ShiftyLook’s The Five-Dimensional Adventures of Dirk Davies)
• Matt Melvin (Cyanide & Happiness)
• R. K. Milholland (Something Positive)
• Matt Moylan (ShiftyLook’s Bravoman)
• Hoang Nguyen (Carbon Grey)
• Ryan North (Dinosaur Comics)
• Robert “Robaato” Porter (Title to be announced Summer 2012)



• Krishna Sadasivam (PC Weenies)
• Elliott Serrano (Geek to Me)
• Edmund Shern (ShiftyLook’s Scar)
• Kris Staub (chainsawsuit)
• J. Torres (Power Lunch)
• Zach Weiner (Saturday Morning Breakfast Cereal)
• J. N. Wiedle (Helvetica)
• Marv Wolfman (ShiftyLook title to be announced at London MCM Expo on 26 May)
• Jim Zub (ShiftyLook’s Wonder Momo, ShiftyLook’s Sky Kid)

It was an honor to be invited to participate, and I hope you guys will check back on their site to see my contribution. You can visit NAMCO BANDAI’s ShiftyLook website for more info, and make sure to listen to their inaugural podcast while you’re at it.

-Krishna

Lo and behold, there is a new Uncubed comic to read. Also posted this month, a new installment of “The Other World” for site sponsor Other World Computing.

-Krishna

In response to Keri Smith’s “How to Feel Miserable as an Artist”, let me offer a more positive direction, to encourage budding artists everywhere.

How to Feel Great as an Artist

(Or, What to Do, Underline Any That Currently Apply)

1. Don’t compare yourself to others. Celebrate your own unique skill set and style.
2. Share your passion with like-minded creative folks. There are plenty of artists out there who share their love for the medium, just like you. Form a group and cheer each other on.
3. Base your success on your own artist growth, tackle as many projects as possible.
4. Challenge yourself constantly to push yourself to the next level.
5. Be confident in your knowledge and your ability to creatively problem solve.
6. Do it because you love it.
7. Follow your own vision. If you build it, they will come. (and if not, you can be happy that you accomplished something all on your own terms.)
8. Do work because you enjoy it. Please yourself first!
9. Share your thoughts, concerns and feedback with the client / customer / gallery owner / patron. Frame your dialogue with the intent of helping your clients succeed.
10. Set realistic goals, both short term and long term. Re-evaluate and refocus your goals. Take the time to enjoy the artistic journey.

-Krishna

Backblaze, who I use and love, have this nifty contest to raise awareness of World Backup Day. What is World Backup Day, you ask? It was a grassroots initiative launched by a couple of reddit users to raise awareness about the importance of backing up your data. If you sign up before April 2, 2012, you can take part in the Backblaze World Backup Day 2012 Contest, where you could win a 3rd gen iPad or a free one-year backup service from Backblaze!

Hit the banner below to sign up!

When you sign up through the Backblaze banner above (or underneath each comic strip), you’re not only getting a fantastic company to protect your valuable data, you’re also supporting this site. Thank you for your support!

-Krishna

Just a reminder – I’m open for new commissions and custom PC Weenies art. Need an avatar for your website? How about a logo / illustration for your podcast? Or maybe you have something else in mind? Please get in touch!

I also have limited edition prints and books available for sale! Want a PC Weenies eBook? No problem! I have them for sale, too!

Thanks for your support!

-Krishna

One of my life-long dreams has come true – I am now the proud owner of my very own comic book spinner rack!

The spinner rack was a hallmark of a by-gone era, when comics could be found at grocery and department stores. My first introduction to comics was by way of the Gold Key three pack spinner racks, where you could by three comics for a whole $1.00 (!). While my spinner rack is not “vintage”, it still holds its own. Assembly was very easy, and my total cost for the rack was $90 (including shipping), purchased from eBay.

All that’s missing is some signage to adorn the top of the rack. I’ll be designing a “Hey Kids! Comics!” sign sometime this week.

But I’m getting ahead of myself. Here are some obligatory photos:

-Krishna

I’ll be selling the prints above (8.5 x 11) at my table on February 18th and 19th at Megacon. It’ll be a limited print run, exclusive to Megacon 2012. Each print will be printed on quality cardstock paper and will be stamped, signed and numbered. I’ll be tabling with my buddy Steve Wittmaak. His name’s on the program list, so look for him to find me.

-Krishna

January’s wallpaper features Milton, Pam, Nestle Higginbotham, Grampa and Bob.

January’s wallpaper available at 1920 x 1200 resolution. Make it yours for only $1.00.

Want another size? Fear not! Custom sizes are available. Just place your order and I will happily customize – for your computer or tablet.
Click the “Buy Now” button below to get yours!

Buy Now

-Krishna

Here’s a custom commissioned piece I drew this morning, as part of each Artist Edition PC Weenies book order. Book orders until January 31st will not only receive a signed, numbered edition of “Rebootus Maximus” (the beloved and first PC Weenies trade paperback) – you’ll also receive the PCW Sampler #2 comic book, a custom traditionally inked sketch on bristol board featuring 3 PC Weenies characters of your choice AND a colored 8.5 x 11 print of the same sketch fully inked and colored.

Up above is Pam, Nestle Higginbotham and Milton.

As you know, I’m raising funds to travel to the Small Press Expo in Bethesda, MD. Your support is needed.

Thanks in advance!

-Krishna

Good news, Kindle fans, PC Weenies: Rebootus Maximus is now available for your device – for the bargain price of only $5!

Of course, you can always indulge yourself with a bonafide print edition (or digital edition for your iPad). This year, my goal is to attend the Small Press Expo (SPX) in Bethesda, Maryland. Every book and PC Weenies poster print sale that I receive will go towards my travel expenses and table registration (not cheap!). I’m fighting an uphill battle as our funds are tight and I need your help to get there.

Spread the word!

-Krishna
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