My comic, Alba Ceide's Tall Tale, features a punk version of myself who is determined to help a lost girl in the London Underground find her way back to her teachers. However, things take an unexpected turn when the girl loses her bunny toy, leading us into an adventure with the underground's unique fauna.
Inspired by my own commutes on the District Line, this semi-autobiographical fold-out comic spans 12 pages in a concertina format. It explores themes of humor and magical realism, showcasing anthropomorphic characters with stylized designs, a vivid color palette, and exaggerated movements and expressions.
Originally published as a 4-page story in the 'Tall Tales & Short Stories' WIP Comic anthology, I was inspired by the theme's literal meaning to create a new version of the comic. I designed it with a layout that fits the traditional bookbinding of the anthology while also allowing for a concertina design that stretches over one meter long when unfolded.
A Galician version of the stand-alone concertina comic debuted in Spain at the Autobán Comic Fair and was exhibited at the Expozines of the Vinetas desde o Atlántico Comic Festival in August 2024. The English stand-alone version made its debut in the UK at Thought Bubble in November 2024.
I have created a collection of stickers featuring the characters from Tall Tale. These stickers bring the story to life and allow fans to engage with the characters in a fun and creative way.
