Jank Words & Pictures Partners Jamie Lees & Frank D'Angelo are storytellers. Together they imagine. Storytelling is at the heart of what we do.
Jank Words & Pictures is built on over 30 years of experience in design, writing, and storytelling. It’s how we bring ideas to life, connect with audiences, and create impactful narratives that resonate. Whether it’s through graphic novels, exhibition picture books, zines, games, or even surface and swag design, we pride ourselves on turning creative visions into reality with precision and passion
. We recently completed a transatlantic exhibition, a collaboration between Canada and Scotland, Left at the Wellgate: The Untold Story of Mary Petrie Smith, and are currently working on a picture book set to release in spring 2025. Following that, we’ll be turning the story into a theatrical production. Our projects reflect our commitment to high-quality, innovative storytelling. Our first graphic novel Blood Sucking Lawyers, a parody of the legal system, uses a groundbreaking photo illustration style. We’re excited to share this labour of love soon! In 2024, we're excited to release Synopsis: The Storytelling Game on Kickstarter! This fast-paced, table-top game, perfect for storytellers of all kinds. With a mix of plot twists, wild characters, and unexpected settings, players have two minutes to craft their part of an entertaining, outlandish, or heartfelt story. Whether you’re a budding author or just love a good laugh, Synopsis turns game night into a creative adventure. If you have a creative project in mind—whether it involves writing, design, or concept development—Jank can help you bring it to life. Check out our portfolio on our Jank Media & Design www.jank.ca/mediaanddesign we can discuss how we can collaborate on your next creative venture. Let's tell your story. Thank you for your interest and support! Jamie & Frank,
Jank Words & Pictures
10/16/2025
Remembering Jack Jobin - our one and only “Limo Jack” in Blood Sucking Lawyers.
This was a cold February night Jank photoshoot, and like true pros, the cast just hunkered down and got it done. Here’s Jack with Circle, Bambi, and the Bankster inside one of the many limos he generously loaned us from his company, Mr. J’s Limos.
Jack wasn’t just behind the scenes... he became part of the story. Quiet, cool, and always up for a laugh between takes. We miss him more than words can say.
Thanks for everything, Jack. You were pure class. Rest in Peace.
Exciting news!
K.G.Micili’s new book, now available at River Bookshop in Amherstburg.
Everyone has been asking when Tales of Sandwich Town by K.G. Miceli is arriving, and we are excited to announce that it is now in stock at River Bookshop.
Tales of Sandwich Town, like Tales of Texas Road, shares local perspectives and personal experiences of the village of Sandwich Town and its history of paranormal activity and unexplained encounters.
Whether you are a skeptic or a firm believer- these true Tales will be sure to leave your senses on edge.
Perfect for the Halloween season or as a gift to locals and history buffs.
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10/13/2025
It was such a wonderful weekend seeing old friends and new. If you missed us at the LaSalle Autumn Market, visit River Bookshop in Amherstburg or Storytellers Bookstore in Windsor to pick up your copy of Synopsis: The Storytelling Game!
10/11/2025
Get a leg up on your holiday shopping.
Stop by and see us today between 11am and 5pm! We’ll be there with Synopsis: The Storytelling Game.
Happening tomorrow Saturday October 11th at the LaSalle Event Centre. 11am to 5pm. Check out the wonderful vendors on site.
10/06/2025
Game Night at Hotel Stry in Amherstburg! Sunday October 5th at 3pm. Come play Synopsis: The Storytelling Game, recently imagined avd designed locally. We’re waitin’ on ya! See you soon.
10/02/2025
October is going to be another fun month of events at Hotel Stry and what better place to launch our Storytelling Game - Synopsis then there! Sunday, October 5th at 3pm. Come play! Seats are limited. Register today. www.jank.ca/events
09/30/2025
Our talented friend and professional artist Ed Roach will be offering his wonderful watercolour classes at the Gibson Gallery in Amherstburg. See details below...
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JANK Words & Pictures is about stories.
Story is important to us. Narrative is how we test the waters of the future, understand the past, and make the most of the present.
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Our first project Blood Sucking Lawyers is a graphic novel. It is a parody on the legal system. Rather than using traditional illustration, we chose to instead to photograph local character models utilizing our photo illustration style. To our knowledge this has never been attempted before. Check out our CBC interview at https://www.jank.ca/media-interviews. Follow along behind the scenes and meet the over 60 local cast members involved in the project at www.facebook.com/bloodsuckinglawyers/
We have also launched a NEW comedy web series called FRANCIDENTS. Is he accident prone? absent-minded? You be the judge. As Frank always says "Extraordinary things happen at the most inopportune time." See snippets and links to the videos here on our JANK page.
As well, we have another book cooking. It is graphic memoir concentrating on emotional wellness, specifically depression and anxiety.
In 2020 we’ll be launching an exciting JANK initiative called The 10 Year Creative Legacy Project. We’re super stoked about that.
Thank you so much for your continued interest and support.
More to come,
