Capt'n Eli Comics in the Classroom

Stand by for adventure with Capt'n Eli comics in the classroom! "The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli" all ages graphic novel series creator Jay Piscopo is touring schools and libraries with his interactive "Draw on Your Creativity" workshop. View photos of a recent school assemby HERE. Watch short behind-the-scenes videos of Jay in the classoom or at work in his studio.

Tomorrow (Sat, Nov 1) Jay will be at the FREE all ages Capt'n Eli Family Fun Day at the Regatta Banquet & Conference Center in Eliot, Maine.

In a couple weeks you'll find him at The Portsmouth Comic Book Show on Sunday, November 16. Free "Undersea Adventure Library Event Kits" will be given to all librarians who come to the Capt'n Eli booth at the show. Jetpack Comics has put together a great event! More to come!

An Artist at Work

"I really dig Jay's style--its very simple and direct, very old school Classic Comic Book Art." - Rob Kelly

Rob Kelly's The Aquaman Shrine is a fantastic website for Aquaman fans. Jay Piscopo submitted a pulp sketch which Rob posted on the site. Read Rob's blog entry HERE.

Jay enjoys doing sketches that pay homage to his favorite comics legends as a way to keep fresh in his work on The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli. This pulp version of Aquaman was inspired by Alex Raymond. Get a behind the scenes look at Jay's artistic process and what inspires him to create by watching this new short video called "An Artist at Work" which was shot and edited by Maine surfer and filmmaker Ben Keller! Click Ben's name to check out his latest film "bluegreen" and see some really cool surf footage. Watch "An Artist at Work" HERE.

Under the sea with Capt'n Eli Nov. 1

Foster's Daily Democrat
Article published: October 23, 2008
ELIOT, Maine - On Saturday, Nov. 1, the Regatta Banquet and Conference Center in Eliot, Maine will host a free Capt'n Eli Family Fun Day, noon-3 p.m., to launch the new all-ages graphic novel series The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli, written and illustrated by Jay Piscopo.

Attendees will receive a free Capt'n Eli comic book and collectible card game and have the chance to meet the creator and get a free sketch.

Attendees will also have the chance to meet special guest, Sulo Burbank — a 12-year-old race car driver from Fryeburg — and take a look at his race car.

In addition, kids will have the opportunity to explore real sea life with Blue Ocean Society's hands-on display.

The Travis James Humphrey Band will start at Noon and The Escapists will perform interactive all-ages improv comedy at 2 p.m.

Capt'n Eli's origins are quite unique! He's the namesake of real-life World War II veteran Eli Forsley who was also the inspiration for Capt'n Eli's Soda. Read the story behind the story at www.captneli.com/gnseries/storybehind.html.

Piscopo is the author and illustrator of The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli graphic novel series. He also cocreated The Scrap City Pack Rats, art directed the award-winning Fizz and Martina Math Adventures, and was an animator for ABC-TV's Squigglevision. For more information, visit www.captneli.com/artist.php

Stand by for adventure at Prince Memorial Library!

Jay Piscopo presented his "Draw on Your Creativity" workshop at Prince Memorial Library in Cumberland, Maine yesterday. Twenty-five intrepid Seasearchers had fun drawing along with Jay and discovering a few tricks of the trade.

Youth Service's Librarian Jan Hamilton treats her young patrons to imaginiative programs and a fantastic collection of books. The Undersea Adventure of Capt'n Eli is proud to be among them! Stand by for adventure at Prince Memorial Library! And be sure to ask for The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli at your own local library! View photos HERE.

FREE Family Fun Day! November 1

On Saturday, November 1, the Regatta Banquet and Conference Center in Eliot, Maine will host a free Capt’n Eli Family Fun Day from Noon – 3:00 p.m. This day will feature a full afternoon of entertainment and celebrate the launch of the new all-ages graphic novel series The Undersea Adventures of Capt’n Eli, written and illustrated by Jay Piscopo of Portland, Maine. Attendees will receive a free Capt’n Eli comic book and collectible card game and have the chance to meet the creator and get a free sketch.

The Travis James Humphrey Band will start at Noon and The Escapists will perform interactive all-ages improv comedy at 2:00 p.m.

Attendees will also have the chance to meet special guest, Sulo Burbank -- a 12-year-old race car driver from Fryeburg, Maine – and take a look at his race car.

In addition, kids will have the opportunity to explore real sea life with Blue Ocean Society’s hands-on display.

This event also features complimentary Maine-made Shield’s Hot Dogs and hand-crafted Capt'n Eli's Soda.

For directions click HERE.

FMI: 207-351-4623 – info@regattaroom.com – www.regattaroom.com

DC in DC from Baltimore Comic-Con

At Baltimore Comic-Con, comics fan Jamie Greene stopped by The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli booth seeking a sketch from Jay Piscopo as part of his "DC in DC" image quest. Jay Piscopo was happy to oblige with his version of DC characters in Washington, DC.


Convention sketches are one of Jay's favorite parts of the day and Jamie was great to send along this scan of "The Supes in Front of DC Landmarks."

Capt'n Eli Book Signing at First Friday Artwalk

Last evening, Casablanca Comics and Maple's Gelateria hosted Jay Piscopo and The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli crew at First Friday Artwalk in Portland, Maine.

Seasearchers of all ages turned out to meet Jay and enjoy handcrafted Capt'n Eli's Soda floats made with Maple's homemade gelato. Check out photos HERE.

Next stop for the crew is the FREE Capt'n Eli Adventure family fun event on November 1 at the Regatta Banquet and Conference Center in Eliot, Maine. Don't miss this free all-ages event! Jay Piscopo will be there doing sketches and giving out free comics. Entertainment by the Travis James Humphrey Band and The Escapists. Attendees will have the chance to check out real life sea creatures with Blue Ocean Society. Special guest is 12-year-old race car driver Sulo Burbank from Fryeburg, Maine. Stand by for adventure!

Volume Two Launch!

The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli Volume 2 Launch Party!

Friday, October 3rd
5:00 - 8:00 PM (aka Art Walk)
Casablanca Comics & Maple's Gelateria
151 Middle Street, Portland, Maine
Free, Ages 5-13

We hope you will stop by and raise a frothy Root Beer Float to celebrate the release of Volume 2 of Jay Piscopo's The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli. New to Capt'n Eli, my fair landlubber? No worries. We will be handing out free introductory comics to Eli's story.

We will also be playing an ocean trivia game to procure the latest Capt'n Eli collectible cards.

Look for us in Maples Gelateria where their gelato will be plunging into Capt'n Eli's Root Beer and across the hall at Casablanca where Capt'n Eli and all other fine comics are sold.

Comicsbulletin - Penny Kenny Review

Fraffle! Check out Penny Kenny's Comicsbulletin review of Volume 2 of The Undersea Adventures of Capt'n Eli by Jay Piscopo. Read it HERE and stand by for adventure!