Visionary Comics Studio opens its doors

Visionary Comics Studio, a new comic studio, announced via press release that their doors are open, and they are accepting submissions:

So, what’s the big deal? One more comic studio, you say? Well…not exactly. “VCS is not the typical comic book studio. It’s actually something pretty radically different” said C. Edward Sellner, Creative Director for the fledgling outfit. “It’s a Teaching Studio. "We’re not a school, we’re a working studio that hones the skills of aspiring professionals to get their work to a level that can stand on its own next to any comic on the racks. All the while we’re doing this, we actually work with them on producing that first actual comic to compete on those racks.”

What exactly does that mean? Sellner explains: “First a creator submits a portfolio. The ones that show some real talent then get the VCS treatment. That means a thorough editorial review that goes over every word or stroke. Once the review is complete on the submission we return it and extend an invitation to join us. If they think working under such guidance will be helpful to them in honing their skills then they become a New Visionary.”

Visionary's management staff includes managing editor Brian Augustyn, who you might remember from such titles as Flash, Out There and Crimson, as well as creative director C. Edward Sellner, a former minister turned comics "visionary." Check out their website for more information on their plans and submission details.