Leaving Space Dock in Five… Four… Three…

Martin Whitmore posted Aug 18th, 2008 @ 2:47 pm

“A ship in port is safe, but that’s not what ships are built for.” - Admiral Grace Murray Hopper

I’m setting sail on a grand adventure. I’ve got a lunch packed, my Mario underwear, some heavy duty black trash bags, and a selection of chainsaws. I’m inviting you along for the ride. There’s limited space available for the forward mounted rocket launchers and the aft harpoon cannons, though, so sign up early!

So what, exactly, is going on (you might ask)? What crazy notion have you come up with this time?

It is the bravest and craziest thing I’ve ever attempted (exception: “5k Nude Bear Trap Run“). I’m going to take the plunge and believe in myself. I’m not going to hedge my bets or play it safe or any of the other euphemisms (like “masturbating”) used to explain away the reason for denying or delaying my journey to greatness.

August 26th is my birthday: The day I came into the world naked, covered in blood, and screaming (which is how I prefer to spend my day, typically). Starting August 26th, I will officially become a full-time illustrator and master of my own fate. No more 9-to-5. No more trying to find the time to draw and create in stolen moments squeezed in next to the demands of being a soul-crushed customer service automaton. My journey to immortality begins here!

At this point you’re probably saying, “Wow Marty! That’s freaking scary… and really cool! What can I do to be part of this amazing change in your life?” To this I say, “I’m glad you asked! It reveals you as a forward-thinking and rather brilliant specimen yourself! I have plans for special people like you. Some of which are even legal. In Mongolia.”

As this grand adventure unfolds, I will want and need the support of my friends. I’d love to talk to each of you who is interested in being either a glorious participant or an innocent bystander to my rabid machinations. (Because innocent bystanders always make the carnage more interesting, right?) I’d really love for you to join me as I make a professional (read: notorious) name for myself. This will be your best and greatest opportunity to fill notebooks with “I knew him when” stories for all those scandalous books I expect you all to write about me when I’m rich and famous. Rich enough to clone all those dead celebrities, and famous enough to get them on my new game show (”Guess How I’ll Die This Time!”).

So, take my hand (no, wait, that one’s not mine… here, try this one) and come along for a magical journey:

I have a guaranteed three months, starting on my birthday. I need your help to make sure this crazy idea lasts. If you or someone you know has been thinking about a commission, a project, a purchase or anything else, now would be the perfect time. I have a lot of work ahead of me and I would love to work with you, so please email me with anything — anything at all — that’s on your mind. I am willing, able, and dying to get started.

Can I do anything else to help? Yeah, thank you for asking! You can show my work to your friends — at least, the ones who won’t get upset. (0_~) Also, you can join my mailing list: I’m going to give stuff away on a regular basis, so that’s a great way to get a head start on free Marty loot!

Thank you for sticking with me this far! Keep your eyes open and hang onto your seats. This is where it gets really good.

Category: Incoherent Babbling

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Kyeli 10 months ago 1 point
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FUCK YEAH!

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Samantha Joy 10 months ago 1 point
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Congratulations!

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Tanya 10 months ago 1 point
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woohoo!!!

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James 10 months ago 1 point
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Woot! I'll be placing an order the moment I have spare cash... or probably sooner since when do I ever have spare cash?

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Tam 10 months ago 1 point
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Alsoalso count me in for when I'm employed again! I can think of a few things that need arting.

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Nicholas haasch 10 months ago 1 point
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YEYEYEYEYEY!

Freckin awesome!

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Heather the Great 10 months ago 1 point
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You and Stuart sooooo need to talk!!!

OMG you are going to love this project!

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jo 10 months ago 1 point
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all your talk of black trash bags and chainsaws remind me of Dexter, which you should see, if you haven't.

i don't really need artsy sorts of things done, but good luck good luck good luck!

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Rudi 10 months ago 1 point
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Yeah!! Rock out you!! I will buy my tattoos from you! I need another one that says "it is what it is" in latin but shiny and neat. Who had loan money? Your sister that's who! It's awesome that you are doing this. I love you and believe in you and think you are the best thing ever.

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Karen 10 months ago 1 point
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Wowowowow awesome!!! This is so exciting. Now what can I buy off you... >:D

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Martin Whitmore 10 months ago 1 point
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You guys are awesome! It's really encouraging to get so much positive feedback so soon. Keep checking in with us, and I promise we'll make it worth your while. I've started to really pick up the pace! Wait 'til you see what I've got in store for you. I'll be pumping out a hot load of new artwork all the time! I'll have to drink lots of fluids so I don't get dehydrated.... anyone else have that problem?

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Megan M. 10 months ago 1 point
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HA! I am right there with you, dude. ^_^

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Sarah 10 months ago 1 point
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Go Marty!!!!! This is the time for new beginnings. It's gonna be fuckin' awesome!!! I have a new apartment and still have some wall space amidst all my mom's work. I still want that picture of ALL of us. Do u know which one I mean? How much?? How do I get in on the action?

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Megan M. 10 months ago 1 point
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Sarah: You mean this here Battle Royale: Youngstown print that we just added? ;}

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Martin Whitmore 9 months ago 1 point
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Also, Sarah, as one of the people who are actually *in* that picture, you are able to take advantage of a *very* special offer. (O_~)

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