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Meredith Moriarty

Joined Jan 2016 USA

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I'm a freelance comics artist and illustrator from Philadelphia.

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Meredith Moriarty
Meredith Moriarty creator May 01, 2018
Thanks to everyone who stopped by my table at the Great Philadelphia Comic Con this past weekend! It was my first time doing that show, and I had a lot of fun! I'll also be doing a Free Comic Book Day event at my local comic shop (Plymouth Meeting Mall) this weekend. Unfortunately having back-to-back events means that I won't have time to put together a page this week, so look for the next update on Thursday, May 10th. See you guys then! :)
sevenfivel
sevenfivel May 01, 2018
It's normal for comic artists to skip updates when they're at cons and the like, so no worries. . . .
Tatsuki
Tatsuki May 01, 2018
Glad you had fun! No worries on the update. Go promote TSS!
Otterkit
Otterkit May 19, 2018
We'd rather see you take care of yourself!
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orbitalellie
orbitalellie Apr 27, 2018
ive only just discovered third shift society and i binge-read the whole thing, and i absolutely love it!! its by far one of my fave comic series <3 <3
Meredith Moriarty
Meredith Moriarty creator May 01, 2018
Thanks a bunch! Glad to have you on board. :D
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Meredith Moriarty
Meredith Moriarty creator Apr 02, 2018
Hi everyone! Hope you all had a good weekend (holiday or otherwise). I'm sure you've noticed that there was no page this past Thursday. What's up with that, right? Well, the short answer is, it took too damn long, and that's a problem.

Now I'm not trying to be glib; it actually IS a problem, and has been for some time. I spend WAY too long on each page, and tackling these complex scenes has really made it apparent that I need to find a way to work smarter, not harder.

So what does that mean for you guys? Well, hopefully not much. You might see a little experimentation here and there, but I'm determined to make sure the quality of the pages doesn't slip. If all goes well, it'll also mean fewer late/missed pages. Honestly I hate doing that to you guys, and I'm so grateful you stick with me. The truth is, even 80+ pages in, I still feel like I've got so much to learn!

Anyway, the next update will be this Thursday. In the meantime, if any of my fellow artists have workflow tips they'd like to share, I'm all ears. ;)
Tatsuki
Tatsuki Apr 02, 2018
I'm surprised you can do one of these pages a week. Maybe taking some time to build a buffer would be good? Or even doing a page every other week? (As I'm not an artist, that's all I can suggest.)
Whatever you decide, I just hope you will continue to put out updates you're proud of.
Jarah
Jarah Apr 03, 2018
What Tatsuki said ...
Meredith Moriarty
Meredith Moriarty creator Apr 05, 2018
You guys are so sweet! (º̩̩́⌣º̩̩̀ʃƪ)

I'm changing up the way I work on these pages, so hopefully that will help build up a buffer. I still want to do a page a week because...well, because I'm stubborn. :P But I super appreciate your patience and understanding. <3
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Meredith Moriarty
Meredith Moriarty creator Feb 01, 2018
Hi guys! I've got a brief announcement. I'm working on another small project (which I hope to be able to share with you all soon) with a deadline that's coming up fast. That means I'll be pouring a lot of time into it the next few weeks, so Third Shift Society updates will likely be a little spotty this month. Sorry for the inconvenience, and I hope you can be patient with me. In the meantime, here's a little peek at the project in question. :)
Shard
Shard Feb 01, 2018
I hope you post it on here.
Inas
Inas Feb 01, 2018
Looks nice!!
Tatsuki
Tatsuki Feb 01, 2018
1st panel: terrifying
2nd panel: two of them appear to need hugs
Anomaly
Anomaly Feb 02, 2018
Oooo, excitement
And
And Feb 04, 2018
Best of luck with your new project.!
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Ndmangaka
Ndmangaka Jan 06, 2018
Can I invite you to please check out my comic Rune Symbol if you have the time. Thank you
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Meredith Moriarty
Meredith Moriarty creator Dec 29, 2017
Sorry guys, but it looks like there won't be a page this week. I got sick AGAIN, so I figure that's my body's way of telling me to slow down a bit. I'm going to rest and hopefully be back on track next week. Hope you're all doing well and enjoying the holiday season. :)
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Tatsuki
Tatsuki Dec 29, 2017
Take better care of yourself! We would prefer you be healthy over getting a page every week.
Inas
Inas Dec 29, 2017
Take care first and get well to start the year in full form, enjoy the holydays too and Happy New Year!
clarissinha1999
clarissinha1999 Jan 02, 2018
Your history is fantastic, big fan from Brazil, rest and come back you are great! Thanks, to you to, get better s2.
Meredith Moriarty
Meredith Moriarty creator Jan 04, 2018
Thanks everyone! I'm feeling much better -- just have to remind myself to take it easy now and then. Hope you're all having a great new year so far! :D
Tatsuki
Tatsuki Jan 04, 2018
Glad you're feeling better! Besides insomnia, life is going well. :)
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Meredith Moriarty
Meredith Moriarty creator Sep 21, 2017
Anyone going to Baltimore Comic Con this weekend? I’ll be in the Artist Alley at table A137. Stop by and say hi! :D
Tatsuki
Tatsuki Sep 22, 2017
One day, I will make it to a Con. One day. In like 10 years. lol!
Good luck!
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justinkrever
justinkrever Mar 31, 2017
Wow this is so aweome you and me have a very similar comic series. Mine is also about the supernatural!

https://tapastic.com/series/Chicago-Supernatural-Defense-Department
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Alice
Alice Feb 16, 2017
I love your comic and desire it everyday, if possible PLEASE make it a physical copy or show it's freakin' amazing.
Meredith Moriarty
Meredith Moriarty creator Feb 18, 2017
Aww, thanks very much! (◕‿◕✿)
Right now I have physical copies of chapter 1 that I sell at conventions, but I haven't figured out a good way to print and ship them that's economical for both sides. If I ever offer them for sale online, rest assured I'll mention it here! :D
Alice
Alice Feb 18, 2017
Awesome! Thank you so much, your art is amazing! The detail is perfect! Have you been drawing long?
Meredith Moriarty
Meredith Moriarty creator Feb 18, 2017
About 5 years professionally, but drawing and doodling for fun since forever. ;D
Alice
Alice Feb 18, 2017
Damn, a life time of skill! I'm impressed and I saw your reading list - I am now hooked on even more books xD
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Meredith Moriarty
Meredith Moriarty creator Jan 26, 2017
Hi guys! Just popping in to let you know that TSS will be returning mid-February. I'll be trying out some new stuff this chapter that I hope you guys are going to like. Look for preview images soon! :D
VexelRei
VexelRei Jan 26, 2017
So excited! I've missed your comic T.T
Jarah
Jarah Jan 26, 2017
Mid-February new stuff & updates ... Yes !
Joanne Kwan
Joanne Kwan Jan 26, 2017
Thanks for the heads up!
Seori
Seori Jan 27, 2017
<3 ty :3
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