If the book is by graphic novelist M.K. Perker, you can definitely judge it by its cover. The entire edition will undoubtedly feature thought provoking and beautifully illustrated comics by the artist and writer. M.K.’s latest book, is already a critical success with its storyline of an on-the-run rare books expert. In addition to comic endeavors, M.K. is also an accomplished illustrator. He became the first Turkish member of the Society of Illustrators in New York, where he how lives and works. His illustrations have appeared in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, Heavy Metal, MAD, The Progressive, The New Yorker and many others. Check out M.K.’s animated personality in his 10 ANSWERS below.
1. How would you describe your work in three words?
Dark. Moody. Quiet.
2. Who is your creative role model?
Interestingly, mostly novelists and playwrights.
3. If you had an extra hour each day what would you do with it?
I would sleep.
4. What place in the world most inspires you and why?
Paris. Because of it’s narrow streets and history, I think. And I like to watch people in Paris more than any place in the world.
5. If you could do a different job for a day what would it be and why?
I’d love to play soccer in the team of Real Madrid. I used to play soccer and to be able to play as a player of Real Madrid even for a day would be magnificent.
6. What is your favorite homemade gift to give?
Soup.
7. What is your favorite object in your home?
My table lamp.
8. What is the best advice you’ve ever received?
“An idiot would look for a bargain in far away places.”
9. What websites do you use for inspiration?
Mostly the websites of other artists and writers.
10. When do you consider a piece of your work complete?
When the deadline is up.
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