Welcome To L.A., Derek!

[Air Raid Siren]

I thought it would be fun to start a special thread just for his visit here with us so you guys can keep up with "The Adventures Of Mr. Riggs" or just send him a personal greeting!


Well, Eddies's father arrived today with his lovely and very funny wife, Kim.
After picking them up from the airport - we made a stop for lunch at a little Chinese place. It was great fun to just chat with them - they're both quite lovely down to earth people. Of course, the conversation eventually turned to Eddie and we were joking about how Eddie is like the Mickey Mouse of Metal. Then Derek said that to him there was a sinister resemblance between Eddie and the Mouse. He must've seen the doubt in my eyes because he proceeded to make a comparison sketch on a placemat. You know what?? He's right!!!! Don't believe me??? Here's the proof!

The resemblance is striking, wouldn't you say???!!!

 

[spideyjg]

Welcome to SoCal Derek. Look forward to meeting you Saturday.

I knew Mickey was evil.

Jim

 

[Puckfiend]

Welcome to California, Derek!



See you & everyone else on Saturday night.

 

[Doodoobubbachuck]

Welcome Derek and Kim!! Looking forward to meeting you both today!!

 

[CRSCHKUM]

Welcome to So Cal, and THANKS for being here, what a honor

 

[Swan]

I knew Mickey had a sinister side, that little freakin' Rodent.

Welcome Derek and Kim .... thanks for all the great artwork.

We recognize your work on theIronMaidens covers, can you either confirm or deny if you will do any more Maiden covers??

 

[Eddieline]

Hey Derek! Thanks for all the great artwork over the years... I'm a graphic designer now, and your artwork was a huge inspiration to me and a big part of the motivation that led me to art school and into my current career. Thanks! Cheers, buddy!

 

[concertchick]

Welcome to Cali .I have loved your work over the years. Can't wait to meet you ! I'm so excited !

 

[concertchick]

Will you be selling your book Sat ? I hope so !

 

[Metallicat180]

Welcome Derek!!

Hahaha, that's an awesome doodle!!! One to treasure Aja cos that's the very latest Eddie!!

 

[CRSCHKUM]

hmmmm wonder if he will doodle on my shoulder

 

[HobbesDawg]

Enjoy your visit m'good man. And hope you enjoy the Maidens show! Cheers!

 

[yosmark]

Welcome man, enjoy your visit.

 

[Tap_Legion2]

Sounds like Derek and everyone going is gonna have a great time Saturday...Enjoy !


When will that placemat hit ebay?

 

[Deadnight Warrior87]

Welcome Derek! Can't wait to meet you!

 

[Red Shirt]

Derek, welcome to LA! Hope you enjoy your visit and looking forward to meeting you. I have a Red Shirt for you to sign!

 

[Red Shirt]

Oh, please tell us the story behind your signature. Is it just a cool design you made up and always liked? Or is there some meaning behind and if so what is it?

 

[Air Raid Siren]

When will that placemat hit ebay?

NEVER!!

Wait til you see Sara's cast - she's gonna have to give the cast sawing guy special instructions!!!!

 

[Red Shirt]

NEVER!!

Wait til you see Sara's cast - she's gonna have to give the cast sawing guy special instructions!!!!

Yeah! How cool is that!? I can see that cast hanging on the wall now, FRAMED!

 

[METAL GOD]

Welcome to America Derek!!! Love the artwork...Killers, Beast on the Road, Number of the Beast single, and Run to the Hills, The Trooper, Powerslave album artwork are my faves...