Martheus Wade
(Creator/Writer/Artist)
Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa was created in 1985 by Martheus Antone Wade, a graduate of the University of Memphis. Martheus’ love for martial arts, along with his talent as a graphic artist, was a natural fit for creating the characters and storyline. He then began his carrier as an intern at Signature Advertising. After completing his internship, Martheus worked as graphic designer for the magazine Dateline Memphis. He quickly landed a job as an art director at Oates Design. After two years at Oates Design, Martheus struck out on his own as a freelance graphic designer and illustrator working with companies such as the Radison Hotel, Trust Marketing and Senior Services. He as illustrated for Maximum CNG, Bloodstream for Image Comics, Shooting Star Comics, Approbation Comics and Andrew Dabb’s Slices just to name a few.
Recently, he has worked on such titles as Action Man for IDW, Marvel Masterpiece card series, and illustrated, wrote, and produced a comic book crossover with his character, Jetta, and William Tucci's, Shi.