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Here is the Final Cover art for BOTS the sketchbook for Autism. We are currently having posters made of this print, where 100% of the profits will go to the Autism Society of America. The original pencils will also be put up for auction later on, where all proceeds will again go to this charity.Pencils: Me
Logo Design: Joel Klampert (Repercussion Comics)
Colors and layout: Manny Trembley (pandaxpress.com)
We've already had many inquiries on how artists can help, and we hope to have many more. For more information on how you can become more involved with this particular charity, please visit this link:
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I will have posters of this, with me at Stumptown, this weekend. Those of you in the area, please come by and at least say hi.
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excuse me? Why do you feel this is so wrong, might I ask?
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"Fight"ing Autism? Isn't that like "Fight"ing race or "Fight"ing religion? It's like picking out a particular aspect of a person, isolating it, and wiping it clean out of existence.
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There are different ways of looking at the word "fight." I dont think it was anyones intent to change the actual person. In fact I know the guy who helped create this book, his son is autistic, and i know he loves his son more than anything. I know many people with autistic children, and as a nurse I have taken care of them. Fact is, parents of autistic children, depending on the severity of the autism, often have a very difficult time. They are in need of support services. Some parents can not handle it and these children end up in group homes. Any project promoting awareness should be commended. Anyone who would like to read up on Autism Spectrum Disorders can do so here... [link]
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1. I drew the cover, and provided artwork for silent auction to promote autism awareness. I didn't create the "phrase", nor did I put it on there, and I wish people would stop focusing on that particular aspect.
2. The person that put this project together, did it solely because his son is autistic, and at the time, there was little known about it, and certainly wasn't enough information, nor support network to help those with autistic children. Therefore to PROMOTE AUTISM AWARENESS, if you had read the actual description, you would have seen this.
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Fight Autism?
Autism isn't a disease!
It's a change in a person, not a sickness.
Why should you fight it if it's so rare?
Only about 6 out of 1,000 people are autistic, and guess what: I'm one of them!
I think it's down right insulting that you would want to change someone.
What about those people who accept that they're autistic?
They don't want a cure, and we don't need one!
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I kind of agree with you here, I don't see why it's presented as a disease here.
I have PDDNOS , I have special education and I'm not bothered the slightest bit by my autism, because people aren't all arms up about it around me , they mainly leave me be, and that works for me.
it's great if people want to help people with autism, but then don't put it like it;s an illness.
it's just the way someone is.
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No its not an "illness" but it is a "disorder." thus the term "pervasive developmental disorder not otherwise specified." Rantz contributed some of the art, he didnt word the book, so attacking him over the wording is rediculous. Im willing to bet it was no one's intent to change anyone but promote awareness to people that are unaware of the challenges that people with autism and their families face. if all of you are so accepting of who you are, why the big chip on your shoulders. Instead of criticizing the artist who had nothing to do with the wording, go out and educate the public. nothing regarding this book was done with malicious intent toward those with autism. also, this book was done, what, five years ago? im sure we, as a culture, have much more knowledge on the topic now, than we had in 2006.
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Brilliantly put my friend, brilliantly put.
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Autism is such a tragic thing. Very nice analogy with the robot. Wonderful work!
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yes it is - and thank you!
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My dad helped work on this, it's really cool that it's here.
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Two someones I love have autism, and I work at a camp for kids with autism. If you sell at Camp Rising Sun in Albuquerque, New Mexico, we will buy. I would love one!
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You know, not very artists have ever done this, at least publicly.
I think you've done the one thing most can't, you have touched peoples hearts.
In fact, I am one of them. My brother struggles through autism every day, and sometimes I can't help but feel upset with the world and its view on special needs children. This, though slightly old, is proof that the world does care. Even if it isn't the whole world.
You have my respect and admiration.
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Thank you - and I am glad that it has touched you. My best friends son was the inspiration behind this. After we published this, we then noticed other people start to get involved....at least I noticed it more anyway.
I do hope that they can find the root cause to this, at least some of them, so it can be prevented in the future.
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What you did was very very very sweet, I am autistic myself and enjoy seeing it when people make artwork about our strange and complex minds.
I really love how you drew this as well. It is a good representation of the subject and the colors are very nice. Automatic fave!
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Thank you very much, and I am so glad that you find this piece pleasing. My best friends son was (and still is) the inspiration behind this.
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May I ask you what compelled you to write this comic?
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I didn't write it. I provided some interior artwork, as well as the cover. I was compelled to contribute, because my best friends (the guy that put this together) son is autistic, and the reason behind promoting awareness for this disease.
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It isn't a disease. You can't catch autism.
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You are correct - its NOT a disease - I miss spoke - it happens.
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I guess people make these mistakes
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I bought this print and book at megacon too. There are some awesome drawings in it and its for a wonderful cause.
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Why thank you - and will you be attending the show again this year?
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Unfortunately not, I have to work on that weekend this year.
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rantz, I know you have good intentions, but can you change the word 'fight' for something else?
ill tell you why:
a project to help fight black people, to find a cure for black skin.
a project to help fight homosexuals, to find a cure for homosexuality.
I dont think I need to give you another example.
how about doing something against autism discrimination? we are not disease infected. we are born this way and were not wrong because who we are. we dont want to be like you, it doesnt matter that you want us to be like you. the more we observe normal people the more we are proud to be not like them.
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I can not change the cover wording - I did not write it, only drew the cover image, and contributed a couple other images within the book as well. To clarify, it's not a "fight" AGAINST austic people at all. On the contrary, its more to promote awareness, and to help those in need. The title is not meant to "offend", at all, and if it is portrayed as such, I apologize on behalf of the creative team behind this.
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Thanks for the link. As a victim of early infantile autism (possible Asperger's), this will be a real interest to me.
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I'm pleased that it will be useful for you.
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Well for $9,999,999 plus shipping, I can make one like that
Thank you!
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I will have to tell you that I do require 125% of that up front, before any work can be started
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done 
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Very cool work!
I really hope that your sketchbook will be a big success!
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I followed the link. The charity really has me feeling sorta passively emotional (?! 
Man, what a beautiful racket you got going on here! I hope it gets all the detention it deserves, and then some. If I can help out in any way, I'll let you know.
Oh, and, by the way, this is a great pic!
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Thanks for the kind words. Well, the intent is to raise awareness, not so much to find a cure. But everyone deserves a fighting chance, ya know?
No racket - this is on the up and up....otherwise I wouldn't be a part of it.
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thank you for the kind words!
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My friend works with autistic kids. I'll follow teh link... I live in England but I'll see if there's anything...
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Doesn't matter where you live - we've got people contributing from all over the world.
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