In the quiet corners of fantasy and the vibrant intersections of art and narrative, Colin Lor has been quietly building a world entirely his own—one where spirits have stories and young heroes confront the extraordinary. Formerly known as Colin Lawler, Lor blends his talents as an illustrator, animator, and comic creator to bring emotionally rich, visually dynamic tales to life.
His storytelling found new resonance with Spirits: The Soul Collector, an all-ages fantasy comic co-created with Joseph Grabowski. The story follows a young boy with the rare ability to see spirits, weaving grief, courage, and mystery into a narrative that feels both timeless and urgent. It’s a work that doesn’t shy away from darkness but meets it with empathy and wonder—hallmarks of Lor’s creative style.
Raised on a mix of folklore, Saturday morning cartoons, and graphic novels, Lor’s imagination was shaped early by a fascination with the unseen. That fascination drives much of his work, which often explores invisible forces—grief, love, magic—that linger just beneath the surface of ordinary life. His visual style, expressive and kinetic, invites readers not just to see, but to feel the world he’s built.
Though still early in his publishing career, Lor has already earned praise for crafting stories that speak to both young readers and the adults who’ve never lost their sense of awe. When he’s not working on comics or game design, he shares behind-the-scenes peeks and in-progress sketches with his community online, keeping the creative conversation open and alive.
Colin Lor’s work is a reminder that fantasy doesn’t have to be loud to be powerful—it just has to be honest. And in a genre filled with monsters and magic, it’s the quiet truths at the heart of his stories that make them linger long after the last page.
