Milli Vanilli 'Blame it on the Rain' and they're not wrong.

--12.27.10 Other Suff--
Watched Appaloosa last night, it was really impressive. The pacing, tone, and the character beats were all top-notch. Here's a cowboy sketch I did while listening to it:

--12.22.10 Other Suff--
I've been messing with coloring my work, lately:

--12.22.10 Other Suff--
From one of my favorite Christmas movies:

--> Link to the black and white Die Hard sketch

Ho, ho, ho, MERRY CHRISTMAS!

--11.29.10 Other Suff--
I haven't sent this one out yet, or even showed it to its new owner, but its a commission of Thor having a pretty rough day:

--> Link to a Thor drawing

Thanks for lookin'.

--01.07.10 News--
Hey there true-believers! You might have already heard. I've got a new webcomic out there, called IRON SAM, over at DC Comics' Zuda site: (edit -- ZUDA comics has closed its doors and has gone out of business.)

Yes, it's an action-comic with a sci-fi twist set in a dystopian future. IRON SAM is about a pipe wielding robot-samurai that goes to any lengths to accomplish his directives.

--12.27.09 Other Stuff--
The number one television comedy of the year, for me, has been COUGAR TOWN:

--> Link to Cougar Town on Hulu.com

Yes, COMMUNITY is a good show, but it's not as strong right out of the gate. Pound for pound, COUGAR TOWN and it's group of 40 somethings have enough comedic punch to knock me out -- or at least get a couple chuckles out of me almost every episode.

--06.16.09 Other Suff--
Just a warm-up sketch I posted on the Image boards for Ivan Brandon's Kirby thread:

--02.06.09 News--
Been pretty "dead" around here of late, sorry about that. Check out this pin-up I did for a good friend of mine:

--> Link to a Resurrection pin-up

It's his favorite character, from Resurrection, the oh-five Lawrence Williams locked in mortal combat with an alien-bug. It was a lot of fun to do.

--07.11.08 News--
The Oni Press series, Resurrection, featuring my artwork, has been nominated for a Harvey Award for Best New Series along with two other Marvel books and one of my favorites titles, The Umbrella Academy.

List of nominess for BEST NEW SERIES:
Diary of a Wimpy Kid, Amulet Books
The Order, Marvel Comics
Resurrection, Oni Press
Thor, Marvel Comics
Umbrella Academy, Dark Horse Comics

--05.06.08 News--
Thought I'd post a couple of the free letters page pieces I've done:

--05.05.08 News--
The book I'm illustrating, Resurrection, has been optioned by Universal:

--> Link to Hollywoodreporter.com

...big congratulations go out to Oni Press, Marc Guggenheim, and Eric Gitter!

--03.26.08 News--
Blair Butler from Fresh Ink, over on G4tv, offers up her opinion of Resurrection:

--> Link to G4tv's Fresh Ink

...and several other comics as well.

--03.12.08 News--
Big plans are on the horizon for the dumeer.com website! One of the things I'll be adding, sometime in the near future, is a list of original artwork for sale from Resurrection. In the interim, in order to accommodate the requests I've been getting, ALL pages are on sale starting at prices as low as $55 a page. Availability, shipping, cover prices, commissions, and whatever else available by request.

--02.06.08 News--
Hey, me again, I'm the guy who does the covers, pencils, inks, and grays for Resurrection, the on-going black and white comic from Oni Press, written by Marc Guggenheim (Amazing Spider-Man, Young X-men, Eli Stone, etc.)

For a preview, here's a link to the second issue, where you'll also find another link to the entire first issue:

--> Comic Book Resources, a news, reviews and interviews website

--12.05.07 News--
Issue number one of Resurrection hits stands today. Available in most indy-friendly comic book stores across the country... and probably some outside the country, as well.

If you'd like to read a review, there's one up on:

--> Ain't it cool news

--10.30.07 News--
Another Newsarama interview with the ever-bounteous Marc Guggenheim, focusing on the new Oni Press ongoing Resurrection. Check it:

--> Resurrection interview with Marc

By far, the most comprehensive overview of our new series that I've seen.

--10.11.07 Other Stuff--

--10.10.07 News--
A link to an article about my new book from the good folks over at Newsarama:

--> Resurrection preview article

The title section has the book's name spelled wrong, which is understandable (there are supposed be two Rs, not two Ss, in Resurrection), and some of the lettering isn't how it'll appear in the printed version, but it previews half of the first issue.

--09.10.07 News--
Some new preview images from Resurrection:

--> Link to a Resurrection Promotional image
--> Link to some character sketches

If you're curious to see more, be sure to ask your local retailer to order a copy. Thanks for stopping by!

--08.31.07 News--
In last month's Previews magazine (the catalog which retailers use to order comics) is the debut issue of Ressurection. A new on-going series from Oni Press. The article's solicitation copy:

In the tradition of timeless science fiction films like The Day The Earth Stood Still and War Of The Worlds, Resurrection is the story of an alien race come to conquer. But while those classic tales focus on the invasion, Resurrection starts when those stories end. After years of conflict the aliens are gone and the planet is safe, or is it? Who ended the war? How did they do it? Where do we go from here? Written by Marc Guggenheim (Wolverine) and drawn by David Dumeer, Resurrection uncovers both the secrets of humanity’s survival and its impending future.

--07.14.07 News--
Just put up a few new character sketches today, over in the projects section:

--> Link to dumeer.com Projects section

I'll be able to show more about this project in the near future. I THINK my name will be attached to the project this month at the San Diego Comic Con. Unfortunately, I couldn't make it out to the west coast this year, but maybe next year.

--07.09.07 Other Stuff--
I e-mailed Rorschach a bit -- back and forth -- and today I got a spam from Adrian Veidt. With a link to his website:

--> Link to The Veidt Method

No doubt getting ready to promote the movie at Comic-con. I'm really lovin' this. There's a log-in area too. If anyone knows the log-in and password, let me know.

--06.29.07 Other Stuff--
Sent my first e-mail off to Rorschach today:

--> Link to Rorschach's Journal

Hurm.

--05.29.07 Other Stuff--
While I'm sitting at the drawing table I'm usually listening to music, or a movie, but lately I've been enjoying iFanboy's video podcast:

--> Link to iFanboy's video podcast section

iFanboy feaures three articulate and intelligent New Yorkers who like to talk about comics, conventions, and popular writers. I admittedly haven't listened to very many comic podcasts, but to me iFanboy doesn't fall into sycophantical discussion of the books and creators. They give an honest critique of the material, which is great and one of the best ways to garner my interest. So check it out, if you're into that sort of thing.

--05.28.07 Other Stuff--
Just installed a couple of air-conditioners today in an attempt to keep myself from sweating on my artwork. Moisture can warp and curl a sheet of 2-ply bristol board, effectively making it more difficult to apply ink to. So naturally, if possible, it's nice to avoid ;)

--04.16.07 Other Stuff--

--03.14.07 News and Other Stuff--
Yeah, February kind of got away from me a bit ;)

Between the new digs, the new computer, and the new project -- I've had less time than usual to post. I'll tell you this -- if you go over to the Projects section you'll see a taste of things to come.

--01.11.07 News--
Happy New Year! I hope everyone had a great holiday season. I'm planning some updates for dumeer.com, so everyone stay tuned.

--10.19.06 News and Other Stuff--
SPX was awesome! I got to meet and talk to a bunch of cool people. Thanks to everyone who had the time and inclination to stop by for a bit. I'm always amazed at how chill and relaxed SPX always seems to be.

On a slight tangent, has anyone heard the IRON MAN movie-buzz? Robert Downey Jr. to play the man in the iron undies?

--10.03.06 News--
Hey, again!!!

I'll be attending the SMALL PRESS EXPO this month in Maryland. If you're in the area, feel free to stop by. I'll be sitting at the Oni booth where there'll be plenty copies of ARMAGGEDON & SON and original artwork for sale -- at my special EXPO low, low, low, bargain basement prices, of course ;)

--9.09.06 News--
I just updated the ORIGINAL ART and BIO sections of DUMEER.com! Finally, I have a complete website, WOOHOOOOO!!!

--8.28.06 News--
I recently read WASTELAND #2 and enjoyed it thoroughly!!!

Which was also used to create the landing page for this site.

--7.28.06 News--
Next month I've got a pin-up coming out in WASTELAND #2 from Oni Press:

--6.08.06 News--
Hey, everybody! This month in Charlotte, I'll be attending the HEROES CONVENTION from June 30th to July 2nd. If you're in the area, feel free to stop by and say hi, or whatever. I'll have copies of ARMAGGEDON & SON and original artwork for sale :)

--5.26.06 Other Stuff--
I'm off today to see X3. I've seen the first two. Even though they didn't suck, I wasn't exactly enthralled with the overall experience, but today I'm looking forward to seeing my favorite mutants and of course THE JUGGERNAUT!!! Hopefully X3 won't dissappoint as much as the Singer movies have :)

--4.10.06 Other Stuff--
I saw TRUE ROMANCE this past weekend. I gotta say it surprised the heck outta me. Written by Tarantino and directed by the same guy who gave us TOP GUN. It was dark and graphic, but behind that was a young man's simplistic outlook of love mixed in with a get-rich-scheme involving a suitcase of the devil's dandruff. Compelling, touching, and entertaining. I don't think you can ask much more from a movie than that.

--3.22.06 Other Stuff--
I saw GOOD NIGHT, AND GOOD LUCK this past weekend. I was really looking forward to it. Love those period pieces. The film was a tribute to Murrow's dry razor-sharp delivery clearing the stage for his words. Every bit of his dialogue felt jam-packed with cerebral-goodness. I liked that they didn't try to milk the story. Sure, it would've been easy to turn it into a 'MIRACLE' Hollywood-type movie. I think if they did, it would have made Murrow into more of a martyr, instead of an intelligent guy doing what he felt was right.

--2.28.06 Other Stuff--
Saw this today. Follow the link below:

Wow... just, wow.

--2.20.06 News--
I mentioned a few projects that I wanted to share with you. The following is tenatively called AFTERWORLD. I hinted about it in my Projects section and posted a few preliminary images including some character sketches. I'm handling the art for this one and the writing was masterfully crafted by my buddy David Dodson who hails from New York.

--1.24.06 Other Stuff--
Added a new sketch in the Art Samples section. Just something I did warming up this morning while working on another new project that's in the works. It's something that I am doing by my lonesome. So far.

--12.04.05 Other Stuff--
Aside from the usual hullabaloo, gearing up for the holiday season takes a considerable amount of time. I wish everyone a happy holiday and a wonderful New Year.

--11.05.05 Other Stuff--
Recently, the movie rights for IRON MAN have been returned to Marvel and I can't say I'm very sad to see it go. It's no secret to the people I talk to that IRON MAN has been a favorite of mine for years and I would rather the general public be unaware of the existence of Ole' Shellhead than have a mediocre Hollywood interpretation.

I had been grimacing at the notion of Tom Cruise playing the lead and curious at the prospect of Cassavetes sitting in the director's chair. At one point in the sceenplay they had Tony Stark's father, Howard, playing the bad guy just like they did in the HULK movie. They also had Tony exploring his inner demons through his alcoholic tendencies which didn't exactly thrill me. Spending 30 minutes or an hour of a super hero movie watching whomever play a drunk is not my idea of a good time. I don't think it helped THE PUNISHER movie and it's not what I'd want to see. Yes it was interesting back in the 80s when you didn't see stuff like that in comics, but it's not the case these days in film.

If they ever DO manage to get a good IRON MAN movie going I'd be happy as long as they center around Tony being a tragic hero who experiences significant personal loss. I don't think it would matter if he's some sort of military advisor for Desert Storm or fighting the Viet Kong back in the hay days of the red scare. As for the lead role I think you could do worse than Guy Pierce to play the Ironclad Avenger. Anyone who has seen LA CONFIDENTIAL or MEMENTO knows he's got the acting chops and I think he might be able to pull off playing a genius. But, until IRON MAN gets picked up by another studio, I think I'll be sleeping just a little more soundly.

--10.18.05 News--
I went down to Velocity Comics in Richmond last weekend and got to check out their great selection of Indy books. I gotta tell ya there aren't too many places around where you can find such a large selection of quality Indy titles. Velocity Comics, 818 West Grace St. -- conveniently located in downtown Richmond next to VCU.

I also have some advanced reviews of ARMAGEDDON & SON for your viewing pleasure:

ARMAGEDDON & SON in comic bookstores this Wednesday!!! If they don't carry it, ask for it by name or, give them the Diamond StarCode: AUG05 3057 or, for bookstores like Walden Books and Barnes & Noble give them the ISBN: 1-932664-33-5 or, order directly from Amazon.com!

--09.30.05 News--
I've added and updated some of my artwork AND put up some teaser art of my NEXT book (in the PROJECTS section). If you'd like, check out the first 5 pages of the ARMAGEDDON & SON book and a MODERNPULP story which features some furry werewolf type characters.

I was also interviewed recently for getting my break into the world of funny books:

I hope people are somewhat entertained by it. And to quote KIRKMAN, "BUY MY BOOKS!" Or, book, rather. Coming out in late October.

--09.20.05 Other Stuff--
There are times when you have to go back to a comic that you've, more or less, dismissed and marvel at the technical achievment of the writer/artist. In this case I'm talking about Frank Miller's DARK KNIGHT RETURNS. The most evil man who ever worked inside comics. The Peter Frampton of the funny book industry.

I went back to see his 16 panel grid that he uses throughout the book. Amazing. For instance, at least on one page, I saw 16 panels with about 230 words on the page! Talk about "more bang for the buck"? Originally printed in 4, 45 page installments, DKR is a well executed piece of fiction. Even if the tone of the book doesn't suit you, the skill in which it's brought to life is a remarkable achievement.

It's just my opinion, but I think his work speaks for itself. More power to you, Frank.

--09.07.05 News--
My collaborator John Layman has recently been interviewed about the ARMAGEDDON AND SON project over at NEWSARAMA and CBR:

I thought he did a very good job explaining a fairly elusive concept. Them writers! They talk so purty!

--08.13.05 News--
Just got back from seeing my brother and his family. Where they welcomed a new addition, a baby boy, into their loving abode. Everyone is doing well and is healthy and everything seems right in the universe.

I can't think of anything else that would seem half as important, so I'll just say thanks for dropping in, and leave it at that.

--07.25.05 News and Movies--
Been getting a bit of online press about the ARMAGEDDON & SON book on Comic Book Resources, Newsarama, and several other comic related news sites. I thank them one and all.

I also saw the new Burton flick. Visually striking. Especially loved seeing Noah Taylor and the actor that played Grampa Joe.

I have read the book and seen "Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory." The newer movie seems like a Prozac version of a film made 30 years ago. Although Johnny Depp is one of my favorite actors, in this role, he reminded me more of Michael Jackson than a world famous chocolatier. I also fell asleep in the theatre while watching, twice.

--07.08.05 Movies--
My worst and best movies I've seen lately are probably "BUBBA HOTEP" with Bruce Campbell and "THE LIFE AQUATIC" with Bill Murray. I can't tell you how much it pains me to say I didn't enjoy a Bruce Campbell film. I LOVE Bruce. He's the man. Not only do I enjoy his films, but I used to idolize his portrayal of the anti-hero. Love the guy. Hate the movie. The only nice thing I can think to say about it is that it MIGHT have made a good comic.

Now, "THE LIFE AQUATIC" is a dense foray into the surreal. A treat and joy to behold. I can't say enough good things about it. I love the character arc "Steve", played by Bill Murray, travels. An inspired story, which is odd, because the first time I watched this excellent piece of euphoria I couldn't even tell you I enjoyed it. After a week I suddenly realized its brillance and looked forward to its release on DVD. I have cherished it ever since.

--07.07.05 Introducing DUMEER.com version 3.0--
That's right this is actually the third site that I've done for this domain. I used to use it to pimp my web abilities and Flash work that I do, but I've chosen a simpler approach to communicating over the web. HTML for better or worse, I've found, is quicker and easier for editing content. Also, these days I try to pimp comics instead of fancy digital billboards.

That seems to be a good introductory statement for the maiden voyage of my news section of DUMEER.com Welcome one and all.