Checkout BBC story here:
http://www.bbc.co.uk/blackcountry/content/articles/2008/10/16/army_benevolent_run_feature.shtml
~ Donato Esposito, Founder of Bostin Group announces a new West Midland -themed Web Comic~
Donato Esposito, founder of the Bostin Group, whose clothing company "Bostin" enjoys celebrity clientele including BBC presenter Adrian Chiles, comedian Frank Skinner and Prince of Darkness Ozzy Osbourne, announces his latest venture, the Webcomic ”Bostin Heroes."
Donato has already been enjoying success with his Bostin brand and wanted a way to combine his local pride with his love of comics. To that end, he created Bostin Heroes: a Midlands-themed webcomic, aimed at a broad audience, but anchored in familiar landmarks, such as Dudley Castle and the Bull Ring. Over the coming weeks, teaser images and background material will appear at www.bostinheroes.com , gradually introducing the characters and their world, in advance of the launch of the ongoing strip.
Donato, 47, from Rubery explains:
"At this stage we don't want to give too much away and I am hoping that it will capture the public's imagination as there is a Hero inside all of us."
Bostin Heroes was created by Donato Esposito: the strip will be written by Matthew Craig and illustrated by Jack Davies, both who are local up and coming talent in the comics world. Jack is a graduate of Hi8us Midlands' Stripsearch programme, designed to find and nurture Midlands comics talent. Matthew has been described by the Forbidden Planet comics blog as "a perfect example of the breadth and passion of today's British small press scene."
"One of the ethoses of Bostin Group is about promoting local talent and Bostin Heroes is an excellent platform for Matthew and Jack to develop their skills."
The Esposito family are a talented bunch. Donato's brother Giovanni was Birmingham's Poet Laureate for 2006-7, and wrote the popular musical "Black Country Rock." And Donato has recently returned from a trek along the Peruvian Inca Trail in aid of the British Heart Foundation. Bostin Heroes aims to follow in these creative and passionate footsteps.
Watch the story unfold at:
www.bostinheroes.com
ENDS
Notes to editors:
- For more information about the Bostin Group, visit www.bostin.net
- Matthew Craig, 32, writer and former molecular biologist. Described as "a perfect example of the breadth and passion of today's British small press scene" by Forbidden Planet's comics blog, Matthew was contacted by Donato Esposito following his appearance on Carl Chinn's show on BBC Radio WM. This was a Eureka moment for Donato as he had been searching for a local comic writer, and he thanks Carl for the introduction. Matthew Craig's work can be read online at http://www.thematthewcraig.com
- Jack Davies, 20 from Sutton Coldfield has been drawing from since around the age of 4 and has always had a love of comics and in particular the X-Men. He was attracted to this project because of his enthusiasm and love for the local area. Bostin Heroes stories have given him the opportunity to tackling the conventions of Superhero comics.
- The Bostin Group aims to promote a positive image for the West Midlands, to encourage local talent, and to encourage local people to be proud (and loud) of their heritage.
There were a number of celebrity players there including Nick Owen - BBC Presenter, and a number of the players from the European Cup winning Aston Villa team.
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While training for this, i sent an idea in for a radio program to BBC and they liked it so much it was recorded as part of BBC Yourspace.
You can read what the show is about here and also listen online to what motivates ordinary people to the extraordinary for charity, which includes interviews with "Blind Dave" Heeley, Stephen Smyth, Juanita Williams, Kirsten Bolton and Kate Mitchell.
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Vote Black Country for £50million
In June 2005 the Big Lottery Fund (BIG) and ITV announced a competition to find the winner of a £50 million National Lottery grant. The search was on for a groundbreaking project that would inspire communities to revitalise the areas where they live.
Of the thirty-three entries to the competition, only four were selected to take part in the live final. These were:
• Connect 2 – a UK-wide project that aims to improve local travel in 79 communities;
• The Edge representing the next evolution of the Eden Project in Cornwall;
• Sherwood Park - protecting one of the world’s most famous forests in Nottinghamshire
• The Black Country Urban Park - the only West Midlands project to be shortlisted.
With an initial endorsement of £16million from Advantage West Midlands, the Black Country project looks to take what is perceived as one of the most degraded landscapes in the UK and make it an international exemplar of comprehensive environment-led regeneration of the highest quality.
The Black Country Consortium are leading on a comprehensive marketing campaign to include extensive press coverage, high profile regional events and roadshows. West Midlander’s Frank Skinner and Lenny Henry are set to go back to their roots and show their support for the bid during their stand up tours in late November.
You can vote online, by telephone and by mobile. That’s three votes each per person!
Online
Pre-register and vote at www.thepeoples50million.org.uk
Telephone
Telephone number will be announced on December 7th and voting begins at 9.00am.
Mobile
Telephone number will be announced on December 7th and voting begins at 9.00am.
Further information on the Peoples Millions can is available via the website.
We need everyone to Stand UP and Vote for the Black Country as an Urban Park, to help win a £50 million grant from The People’s Millions BIG Lottery Fund. To find out more and register, visit www.thepeoples50million.org.uk.org.uk.
Manceuticals was founded in 2005 and is the central focus of Skin Scientists Limited, the innovative British skincare organisation which incorporates a team of expert skincare scientists and researchers.
Over the next year Manceuticals will launch a breakthrough range of cosmeceuticals exclusively for men. The advanced skincare products form a symbiosis between pharmaceuticals and cosmetics and offer men a safe and effective alternative to cosmetic surgery.
The Manceuticals team are constantly monitoring skincare innovations, to ensure that the range will incorporate groundbreaking technology.
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Christmas Lights Switch On
10 November - Millenium Point 3-8pm, switch on 7.30pm
Diwali
11 November - Millennium Point 3-7pm
Frankfurt Christmas Market
15 November- 23 December - Victoria Square and New Street 10am-9pm
Thomas Vale Pantomine Horse Grand National
16 November - Broad Street/Centenary Square 6.30-8.45pm
Craft Market
22 November - 23 December - Chamberlain Square 10am-9pm
T-Mobile Street Ice
29 November - 13 January (not Christmas day!) Centenary Square
Broad Street Canal Boat Light Parade
9 December NIA to mailbox 5.30-6.15pm
Victorian Christmas Weekend
15-16 December - Birmingham Museum
For full details on all these events goto the Birmingham City Council website
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Well Nial, we are Bostin Group are behind you!
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