In our first episode of the new Crossed Wires podcast, James is joined by Stoo Cambridge, most famous for his work on the iconic graphics of Cannon Fodder by Sensible Software. We also talk about the tools available back in the late 80s and early 90s, and of course The Colouring Book of Retro Computers.

I really hope you enjoy this episode, I’m so grateful to Stoo for taking the time to come and chat with me and share some wonderful little tidbits.

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Do you have any fond memories of Cannon Fodder, or working with tools like Deluxe Paint back in the day? If so, drop a comment below!

Episode Links

Cannon Fodder at Wikipedia

Sensible Software at Wikipedia

Deluxe Paint on Amiga - A Retrospective (Dan Wood on YouTube)

BBC Micro Live (1985) - Commodore Amiga Debut (Mike on YouTube)

The Computer Programme on archive.org

The Colouring Book of Retro Computers at RMCRetro.store

RMC Retro - The Cave on YouTube

Affinity by Serif (Designer, Photo, Publisher)

Krita - Open source digital painting software

The Design Droid - Stoo’s online store

Chapter List

00:00:00: Introduction

00:01:56: Graphics & The Amiga

00:06:58: The Graphics Of Cannon Fodder

00:15:32: The Poppy Controversy

00:21:40: The Colouring Book Of Retro Computers

00:33:14: Modern Tools

00:39:55: Reflecting On The Past

00:50:38: Obligatory Self Promotion

00:57:20: Wrap Up

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