As the George Floyd protests continued over the weekend many folks, AIPT included, took to Twitter for a call to action to help organizations and charities that support Black Lives Matter. That includes comic book artists, a few of which aimed to support the Black Lives Matter movement through art commissions.
Below are just a few commission opportunities you can take part in to help support #BlackLivesMatter. Note that the number of commissions the artists may take on may run out soon.
HI! I'm offering 4×6 portrait commissions for minimum $50 donations made to #BlackLivesMatter related organizations of your choosing.
Simply DM or e-mail me proof/receipt along with the character of your choice.
Here's a helpful link on where to donate: https://t.co/CibSgglh95
— Michael Walsh (@Mister_Walsh) May 31, 2020
HEY! I'm offering 4×6 portrait commissions for $50 donations made to #BlackLivesMatter related organizations of your choosing.
Simply DM or e-mail me proof/receipt along with the character of your choice.
Here's a helpful link on where to donate: https://t.co/cjHNm6rPwx pic.twitter.com/wJ8cb69hN8
— ADAM GORHAM / Self Isolated (@AdamTGorham) May 31, 2020
I'm opening up a commission list for 4 x 6 portraits, like the ones shown here. DM me proof of a donation of $50 to a #BlackLivesMatter related organization of your choice to get one. Gonna be working on these all week, hit me up if you're interested! pic.twitter.com/nam75xUEz7
— Tom Reilly (@tomreillyart) May 31, 2020
If folks would be more inclined for fan art or their OC, I'll do that too!! https://t.co/3bKZiselpN
— Ryan Barr (@RADMANRBARR) May 31, 2020
Speaking to Adam Gorham, he informed me he’s been commissioned to draw around 40 pieces reaching an estimated $2,000 donated to the Black Lives Matter movement. Gorham also noted Tom Reilly and Michael Walsh reached around $2,000 each, respectfully.
The response from the comic book community has been great with comic writers, artists, and editors taking to Twitter to voice their concern and stance on the situation. Companies did as well, like Marvel Studios who tweeted (see below) a strong statement as they stand against racism.
— Marvel Studios (@MarvelStudios) May 31, 2020
It doesn’t take a commission to support the Black Lives Matter movement or any of the other foundations in need. You can donate to Black Lives Matter here and the Minnesota Freedom Fund here, just to name two.
Art by Adam Gorham
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