Brad Anderson And Rob Leigh Join Ghost Machine On Exclusive Contracts
by Olly MacNamee
I had thought all the creative talent behind the new multi-media creator-owned collective known as Ghost Machine were exclusive. But apparently not. So, step forward colourist Brad Anderson and letterer Rob Leigh who have become the latest creators to sign up exclusively to Ghost Machine. They join fellow co-owners and co-creators Jason Fabok, Gary Frank, Bryan Hitch, Geoff Johns, Lamont Magee, Francis Manapul, Brad Meltzer, Ivan Reis, Peter Snejbjerg, Peter J. Tomasi, and Maytal Zchut.
Speaking of these new signings, the creators collectively put out the following statement:
“We are so lucky that the very best colorist and letterer working today have joined Ghost Machine. Brad and Rob bring exceptional talent and a wealth of experience to our team and their passion for the visual absolutely jumps off the page at each turn. Since the inception of the company Brad and Rob’s individual brilliance has been invaluable to everything we do, so we are thrilled to now officially make them 100% Ghosts. Too often colorists and letters are overlooked in this business and not given the same equity considerations as other creators despite them being vital to the quality, consistency and longevity of the titles and characters they are a part of manifesting. We’re proud to continue to make new ground as creators and owners in this business we love but that needs to evolve.”
Anderson added:
“It’s hard to put into words what it means to me to be a part of a group such as this. I’ve looked up to and have been inspired by these creators for years, and to be partners in Ghost Machine with such professionals and entrepreneurial wizards, who I call friends, is incredibly special. I value the trust they put into me and my work, and to be recognized by such giants in the industry means more than I can say. I am so excited, not only for us, but for the fans to see, and fall in love with the characters and stories Ghost Machine is creating.”
Rob Leigh also addede:
“I am extremely fortunate to be enjoying a long career in comics—a childhood dream come true. And while I’ve achieved many goals, what had been missing was the ability to plot my own course and to have a meaningful stake in the work created. When Geoff contacted me describing his vision of a company where all properties are owned and controlled by the talent—creators not only at the apex of the field, but who I admire and respect on a personal level—I couldn’t board the Ghost Machine ship fast enough!”
To see what both Anderson and Leigh bring to the table why not check out Geiger #1, Redcoat #1 and Rook: Exodus #1 which are all due to get second printings from Image Comics.
