Akapad ::: Peter A DeLuca

07/26/2026

While the entire internet is going crazy over Ryan Gosling as Ghost Rider and the next Avengers trailer…
Something much more serious just happened in comics.
Comix Wellspring, a major printer that a lot of independent creators relied on, just shut down.
This isn’t just one company going under. It’s a clear sign that the post-COVID crowdfunding boom is over, the money has dried up, and small creators are about to get squeezed hard. Print runs of 50–200 books — the lifeblood of true independent comics — are becoming harder and more expensive to produce. The bigger publishers are already vacuuming up what’s left of the crowdfunding dollars.
Most people aren’t talking about this. They’re too busy chasing the next big Hollywood announcement.
I sat down and broke the whole situation down in this video. No fluff. Just what’s actually happening and why it matters for the future of independent comics.
Watch it here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2z-AS67iZXU
If you care about indie comics, creators, or the health of this industry… this one is worth your time.
What do you think is coming next for independent comics?

07/15/2026

07/09/2026

🔥 DARTH MAUL UNLEASHED! 🔥
The Sith Lord is back and more ferocious than ever in this explosive new piece! Double-bladed lightsaber spinning, rage in those yellow eyes, and pure dark side energy dripping from every panel. I went full comic book cover mode on this one — heavy inks, dramatic lighting, and that classic Star Wars intensity.
If you’re a fan of The Phantom Menace, Clone Wars, or just straight-up Sith badassery, this one’s for you.
What do you think — is Maul the most stylish villain in Star Wars? Drop your favorite Maul moment below! 👇
Art by AKAPAD (Peter A. DeLuca)

07/09/2026

🚨 Thursday Check-In, creatives! 🚨
We’re already deep into July, but the weekend is approaching and that means your dedicated creative time is almost here.
Time to gear up — clear some space, gather your tools, and get ready to make real progress. Whether you’re refining character designs, knocking out ink work, building your next reel, experimenting with mixed media, or finally advancing that big passion project… this weekend is prime territory for flow state.
Don’t let the week’s momentum slip away. Guard your creative hours, stay inspired, and let the ideas breathe. You’ve got this.
What are you planning to create this weekend? Share below and let’s keep the energy high!

07/04/2026

Growing up with July 4th, now, and the lack of American Revolution Movies coming out of Hollywood. Today's Film Buff Episode is loaded.

07/02/2026

🚨 First Thursday of July, creatives! 🚨
New month, fresh energy — the weekend is right around the corner and that means prime creative time is approaching fast.
This is your sign to shake off the mid-week haze and get ready to dive in. Whether it’s opening that sketchbook for new character concepts, firing up the tablet for inking sessions, editing those reels that have been waiting, or finally pushing forward on a passion project… the next few days are yours to claim.
Protect your creative hours like gold. Let the ideas flow, experiment without pressure, and recharge your artistic fire. July is just getting started — make it count.
What’s the first thing you’re creating this weekend? Drop it in the comments and let’s build some momentum together!

06/27/2026

🚨 NEW AKAPAD THE FILM BUFF PODCAST!

Before all the new Supergirl animated hype… there was her VERY FIRST appearance in animation.

In Superman: The Animated Series “Little Girl Lost” (1996), Kara In-Ze made her DCAU debut in this classic two-parter.

I break down the animation, her powers, personality, arrival on Earth, and how it launched her into the Justice League era — my full unfiltered Film Buff Review.

Did the 90s get Supergirl right from the jump?

🎧 Listen now:
https://soundcloud.com/akapad/supergirls-first-animated

What’s YOUR favorite Supergirl animated version or moment? Drop it below 👇

06/25/2026

👋 Hey film buffs, comic heads, and fellow geeks!
If you’re not already following me on X, you’re missing the raw, unfiltered daily feed.
That’s where I drop:

Straight-talk film takes & deep dives (yes, The Film Buff is alive and well)
90s comics nostalgia, art process shares, and character design work
Behind-the-scenes tech troubleshooting (ASUS TUF life, networking fixes, Windows tweaks)
Street Fighter history, reels, and whatever geek rabbit hole I’m in that day

It’s faster, more conversational, and where the real-time thoughts land before they make it to the podcast or YouTube.
Come hang out:
https://x.com/AKAPAD
What’s one movie or comic from the 80s/90s that still lives rent-free in your head? Drop it below 👇

Art Director, IT Consultant, Designer, Fitness Nut, Website Developer, Podcaster, Youtuber, Comic Book Creator, Innovator of long nights and early mornings.

06/25/2026

🚨 Almost Friday, creatives! 🚨
The grind is winding down and the weekend is calling — that beautiful stretch of time where ideas flow freer, sketchbooks open wider, and your inner artist gets to breathe.
Whether you're diving into a new character design, inking those panels that have been waiting all week, editing your next reel, or finally tackling that passion project that's been whispering your name… this is your moment.
Let the weekday noise fade. Protect your creative time like it's the most important meeting on your calendar (because it is). Grab those markers, fire up the tablet, or just sit with a notebook and let the inspiration hit.
You've put in the work — now let the weekend fuel your fire.
What are you creating this weekend? Drop it below and let's hype each other up!

06/22/2026

🎙️ NEW FILM BUFF REVIEW is LIVE!
"They Will Kill You" (2026) — Zazie Beetz steps into a deadly NYC high-rise with a demonic secret. Satanic cults, visceral action-horror, and dark comedy?
I break down the thrills, the kills, and whether this one delivers the goods.
🔊 Listen now: https://soundcloud.com/akapad/they-will-kill-you-2026-the
What did you think of the film? Drop your thoughts below 👇

They Will Kill You (2026) - The Film Buff Review