RIP – Shawn Surface

I just learned that my buddy Shawn Surface has died of a massive heart attack.  Shawn’s brother Paul posted the news on Facebook a few hours ago.  I’m saddened and surprised.  Shawn had been in poor health for a few years, but his recent posts had been positive and it seemed Shawn was doing better.

Comic fans in Florida will probably remember Shawn from his appearances at conventions throughout the state.  Shawn was always smiling and upbeat.  He was a fun guy to talk with and his art always had a joy to it.  Shawn is probably best known for his art on Bubba the Redneck Werewolf, a comic series turned into a low-budget film.  Surface was also planning a creator-owned series of his own called Mandi.

Over the years I commissioned Shawn to do pieces for my Stallone-themed sketch collection.  You can see several of them here if you’re inclined to do so.

Shawn died way too young.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to Shawn’s family, friends and fans.