About the Creators

The creative team are friends who have shared experiences in the rave culture, Burning Man, and at comic conventions. They have worked together as a unit on various things creatively as well as in life. All of them have their individual understanding of the culture so they can each relate and tell the story.

Artist

Brett Weldele

Artist – Brett Weldele

Portfolio: http://www.brettweldele.com/

Brett Weldele is an Eisner-nominated comic book artist and New York Times Bestselling Author whose body of work includes co-creator of the comic book THE SURROGATES, which was adapted by Disney into a 2009 film starring Bruce Willis. 

Recent projects include THE BEAUTY (Image), PARIAH, a 12-issue series made with Shrek producer Aron Warner (Dark Horse), VAMPIRELLA 1969 (Dynamite) as well as HALLOWEEN (Devil’s Due), SE7EN (Zenescope), THE LIGHT (Image), SOUTHLAND TALES (Graphitti Designs), ULTIMATE SPIDER-MAN (Marvel), and THE HAMMER TRINITY (The Arscht Center, Miami), which won a silver ADDY award.

Weldele has created art for the comic book industry for 18 years and has been lucky to experience opportunities working for publication companies such as Marvel, Image, Dark Horse, and Top Shelf and to represent them at conventions all over the United States and promotional tours all over the world. 

Weldele also has a craft product line of rubber stamps and stencils called THE ART OF BRETT WELDELE available through Stampers Anonymous worldwide.

Weldele’s artistic prowess shines brightly in “Starlite,” where his exceptional use of color adds a layer of depth and atmosphere to the narrative. His innovative approach to color palettes, meticulous attention to detail, and strategic application of shading contribute significantly to the visual appeal and emotional resonance of this captivating comic.

“Starlite” stands as a testament to Weldele’s ability to push the boundaries of traditional coloring, creating a visual experience that is both immersive and unforgettable. His work not only complements the storyline but elevates it, making “Starlite” a standout example of excellence in the comic book medium.

Credits:

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Writers Travis Webb and Greg Smith:

Webb and Smith’s storytelling prowess is evident throughout “Starlite,” where they craft a narrative that is not only engaging but also thought-provoking. The depth of character development, intricate plotlines, and thematic complexity showcased in “Starlite” reflect the creative synergy between these two exceptional writers.

The comic book medium benefits significantly from works that challenge conventions and offer fresh perspectives, and “Starlite” accomplishes just that under the penmanship of Webb and Smith. Their ability to balance suspense, emotion, and intellectual stimulation creates a reading experience that resonates with audiences on multiple levels.

Greg Smith

Writer – Greg Smith

Greg Smith is a creator/writer from Seattle, WA. The “Junior Braves of the Apocalypse” series with Oni Press is his first published work with long time writing partner Michael Tanner and friend Zach Lehner. Greg is currently working on “Starlite” with Travis Webb and Brett Weldele. It is a comic series that follows a teenage brother/sister super hero team who are kidnapped by pirate space cats who are working for transdimensional spider wizards. Starlite Issue One came out in 2020.

You can catch him podcasting with Nerds From the Crypt with Saul Perez and David Mair talking about horror movies, TV, books, stories, comics, and decorative plates. Greg has also been known to contribute memes and social media posts to his ever growing fam over at Project Nerd.

When he is not doing all those things, he can be found playing Pokemon or testing video games and dead media for his wife at The Retro Emporium in Kent.

Find him at:

  • Instagram @thatamzingtwit
  • Twitter @thatamzingtwit or @gkwordsmith
  • TikTok @gkwordsmith

Greg Smith Credits:

Travis Webb

Writer – Travis Webb

Travis “Webbwerx” Webb is a former rave promoter and nightclub owner; if you partied in the Pacific Northwest in the 2000’s, you probably partied at one of his events (or went to Motor). In 2010 he retired Webbwerx, sold off his events, and focused on pursuing his passion for writing. Originally taking one-off gigs as a consultant on true-crime novels, television, and film, he now works steadily as a writing consultant. Last year, Brett and Greg approached Travis to draft a comic book about raves. He said “NO!” And then Starlite was born.

Credits:

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Tom Orzechowski

Letterer – Tom Orzechowski

Tom Orzechowski has lettered a lot of comics over many years. Born in Detroit, Michigan, he’s read comics since age 5. Early lettering education was gained while doing zines. After high school, Tom found work in the Marvel bullpen (1973) doing retouch on reprint editions. Seven months later, he moved to Northern California and did band flyers for a biker bar while lettering Iron Man, Conan, Star Wars, X-Men, and others. He lettered for a manga production studio 1988-1992. Who’d have thought manga would become mainstream? He has lettered Spawn for 28 years, placing him in the Guinness World Records (2021) for most issues lettered on a single series. Influences include Artie Simek, Zap Comics, Art Nouveau, Jazz Age sheet music. He is married to Lois Buhalis, an artist.

They keep cats.

Orzechowski’s mastery of the craft is evident throughout “Starlite,” where his lettering seamlessly integrates with the artwork to enhance the overall reading experience. His attention to detail, nuanced use of fonts, and skillful placement of dialogue and captions contribute significantly to the storytelling dynamics of this captivating comic.

“Starlite” is a testament to Orzechowski’s ability to elevate the narrative through his lettering, creating a harmonious fusion of words and visuals. His work not only facilitates clear communication but also adds a distinct aesthetic quality that enhances the emotional impact of the story.

Credits:

  • Uncanny X-Men, 1975-1992
  • Spawn, 1992-present
  • Marvel: Captain America, Avengers, Dr. Strange, Captain Marvel, Star-Lord, New Mutants, Wolverine, etc.
  • DC: Justice League, Lobo, Harley & Ivy, Scooby-Doo, The Green Lantern.
  • Dark Horse: Aliens vs Predator, Grendel, Manga Star Wars, Manara Library.
  • Other publishers include: Last Gasp of San Francisco, Star*Reach, Pacific, Viz, Eclipse, Image, Oni, Archie.