Here is some of my flat color work on today’s Justice League International Issue 9.
Here is some of my flat work on Firestorm issue 8 out today featuring the first appearance in the DCnU of Firehawk. Art by Ethan Van Sciver
Another older color sample of mine. Pre-Relaunch Legion from issue 12
And another pre-relaunch page featuring the Legion, Adventure Comics Issue 527.
From Pre-Relaunch here is a color sample from Adventure Comics Issue 526
April 2, 2011 in Art, Color Sample, Comic Books, Cover, DC Marvel Comics Shipping, Flat, Marvel, Spider-Man
Here is my flat work on Spectacular Spider-Man Issue 218 by Marvel UK. Not sure who did the artwork.
September 16, 2010 in Art, Color Sample, Comic Books, comics, DC Marvel Comics Shipping, Spider-Man
Here is a Spider-Man/Mary Jane Pin-Up art by ???, Color by me.
May 4, 2010 in Heroclix, Marvel, News, Preview, Spider-Man
Wizkids will be releasing the all new Heroclix Web of Spider-Man set in August. Click below for more news and pictures of the new figures in the set.
February 3, 2010 in Comic Books, News, Preview, Spider-Man, Spoiler
Just revealed today is the Amazing Spider-Man #623 Joe Jusko Kansas City Comic Con Variant Cover. Available only at the show on March 27 and 28th
January 3, 2010 in Comic Books, Marvel, Preview, Spider-Man
Marvel has released the full image from their Spider-Man 2010 teaser.
August 23, 2009 in Avengers, Dark Reign, Marvel, Reviews, Shocking Last Page, Spider-Man, Spoiler
Spider-Man escapes from the chemical chamber burned and exhausted.
Matt Murdoch heads into the dungeon, to become the leader of the Hand.
June 1, 2009 in Avengers, Comic Books, Dark Reign, Fantastic Four, Marvel, Shocking Last Page, Spider-Man, Spoiler
Amazing Spider-Man #595
In the perfect example of why this column was started, Harry Osborn decides to join up with the Dark Avengers after Menace reveals she is pregnant.
Avengers Initiative #24
Norman Osborn puts Taskmaster in charge of the Initiative
May 26, 2009 in Captain America, Comic Books, Dark Reign, Marvel, Reviews, Shocking Last Page, Spoiler
Here is the Marvel Edition for books that came out on 5-20. DC edition to follow:
Agents of Atlas #5
The Agents find out that Namor is part of Norman Osborn’s secret cabal.
Amazing Spider-Man #594
Spider-Man decides that he is going to confront Norman Osborn.
April 13, 2009 in Comic Books, Daily Deals, Marvel, Spider-Man
Today’s Daily Deal focuses on a dark future for Spider-Man. Having lost everything and having heroes banned, Peter Parker is all alone. Until a "friend" from the past shows up with a mysterious package for him. The critically acclaimed Spider-Man Reign Hardcover collects issues 1 to 4 of the Spider-Man Reign mini series. It also features the Venom "Black Spider-Man" Variant Cover. Usually this book retails for $19.99, but with today’s Daily Deal you can own a copy for only $9.99 (Price Includes Shipping within the United States) Quantities Limited so act now.
April 11, 2009 in Daily Deals, Spider-Man, T-Shirts
Today’s Daily Deal is designed with Summer in mind. The Pure Hero Venom Workout shirt is made of 100% polyester flat back mesh with capillary channels built that breathe and keep you dry and comfortable. These shirts are similar to Under Armour but are more of a loose fit and not a spandex fit. These shirts normally retail for $29.99 but with today’s Daily Deal you can own one for only $14.99 (Price includes shipping within the United States). Available in sizes Medium, Large and Extra Large. Quantities Limited so Act Now.
April 9, 2009 in Comic Books, Daily Deals, Marvel, Spider-Man
Today’s Daily Deal was inspired by the great response to yesterday’s Wolverine Masterpiece Edition sale. This time you have the opportunity to get the Spider-Man Masterpiece Edition featuring 10 of the greatest Spider-Man stories ever written by Roger Stern, Peter David and more ,with artwork by John Romita Jr , Ron Frenz and more. This 256 page hardcover usually retails for $29.99, but today you can own it for only $9.99 (price includes shipping). A limited quantity exist at this price so act now.
Sold Out. Look for a New Daily Deal on Friday April 10th.
March 24, 2009 in Avengers, Comic Books, Dark Reign, Marvel, Reviews, Spider-Man, Spoiler, Wolverine, X-Men
Amazing Spider-Man #588
Another not so great issue of the book, with really rushed looking artwork by the normally solid JR JR. This was the big pay off for all the plotlines since BND and it really fell flat. The only interesting part was the last page with Norman Osborne meeting Menace and welcoming her to the family. This book needs another reboot. 1 out of 5 Spider-Villains.
LEAVE IT ON THE RACK.
February 4, 2009 in Avengers, Comic Books, Dark Reign, Marvel, Reviews, Spider-Man
Amazing Spider-Man Extra #2
Two stories that are much better than most of the recent regular run of the book. We get an Anti-Venom solo story and a fun Spidey-Wolverine Team-Up. Dark, but good art in both stories. 3 out of 5 Spider-Villains.
Put It On The Stack.
January 27, 2009 in Avengers, Comic Books, Dark Reign, Marvel, Reviews, Spider-Man, X-Men
Amazing Spider-Man #584
Cheesy dialogue between supervillains about the importance of voting, a dated 90′s Alannis Morrisette joke, and a lackluster reveal about Menace’s ID (Harry Osborne) and the ID of the Spider Tracer Killer. The book needs a serious revamp and a steady creative team. 1 out of 5 Spider-Villains. Leave it on the Rack.
January 22, 2009 in Comic Books, DC Marvel Comics Shipping, News, Spider-Man
The Third Printing of Amazing Spider-Man 583 ships this week and is already sold out as Marvel will be doing a 4th Print. Here is what else is coming out:
NOV088141D AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #583 OBAMA 3RD PTG VAR $3.99
NOV082325D AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #584 $2.99
NOV082359D AMAZING SPIDER-MAN EXTRA #2 $3.99
NOV083770E ARCHIE #593 $2.25
DEC083802H ART OF PAUL DUFFIELD #1 SGN PREMIUM ED (MR) $6.99
NOV083788E ASPEN SHOWCASE EMBER GREEN CVR $2.99
NOV083789E ASPEN SHOWCASE EMBER GUNNELL CVR $2.99
NOV082252D ASTOUNDING WOLF-MAN #12 (RES) $2.99
NOV082326D AVENGERS INITIATIVE #21 DKR $2.99
NOV080139D BATMAN #685 (FOE) $2.99
January 21, 2009 in Comic Books, Dark Reign, News, Reviews, Spider-Man, Spoiler
Amazing Spider-Man #583
The main story in the issue features Peter Parker going out on a series of blind dates. Even though Mark Waid is usually a great writer this story is very boring. The only reason this book sold any copies at all is due to the back up 5 page story featuring an assassination attempt by the Chameleon on President Obama. The resolution requires that the Chameleon has never seen basketball in his life and is pretty lame. The book earns 2 out of 5 Spider-Villains, but you should still Put It on the Stack. Since you can save it as a memento or flip it on ebay.
January 13, 2009 in Comic Books, Dark Reign, Iron Man, Marvel, Reviews, Spider-Man, X-Men
Here we go with a secondary rating system in effect :
Amazing Spider-Man #582
Second part of a lackluster Molten Man return. Not much going on in this book due to revolving creative teams. Only stunt covers appear to be the saving this book from horrible sales numbers. (I’m looking at you Colbert and Obama variants). 2 out of 5 Spider-Villains. Leave it on the Rack.
January 9, 2009 in Comic Books, DC Marvel Comics Shipping, Spider-Man
Here is the list for books arriving this upcoming Wednesday including Amazing Spider-Man #583 featuring a Barack Obama / Spider-Man Team-Up
NOV080152D ACTION COMICS #873 (FOE) $2.99
NOV082362D ADAM LEGEND OF BLUE MARVEL #3 (OF 5) $3.99
NOV084368H ALTER EGO #83 (C: 0-1-2) $6.95
NOV082360D AMAZING SPIDER-GIRL #28 $2.99
NOV082358D AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #583 $3.99
OCT088192D AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #583 OBAMA VAR $3.99
January 8, 2009 in Marvel, News, Spider-Man, Spoiler
Next week in Amazing Spider-Man #583 Barack Obama will be meeting Spider-Man. Here is the variant cover along with an interior shot from the book. Enjoy.
December 30, 2008 in Avengers, Comic Books, Dark Reign, Fantastic Four, Hulk, Marvel, Secret Invasion, Spider-Man
A little more in depth reviews of this past week’s books from Marvel, rather than the usual 2-3 line quick fire format:
Featured Book :
New Avengers #48
The beginning of Dark Reign brings about another status quo change for the New Avengers as the team adds the new Captain America to their ranks, and Iron Fist takes a leave of absence. Bendis wrote a very intriguing tale this time around. Normally not much happens in this book as we are usually stuck with a bunch of talking heads, or flashbacks or side stories. This was a very enjoyable read with some nice artwork as well. Their is one other major story point and the is that Luke Cage is now ready to work for Norman Osborn in order to find his missing child. This could be a very intriguing storyline if played correctly. Overall this book earns 4 out of 5 New Avengers.
December 24, 2008 in Batman, Comic Books, Dark Reign, DC, Marvel, Reviews, Robin, Spider-Man
A very quick review summary this week, since today brings new books.
Amazing Spider-Man #581
The return of the Molten Man, but otherwise a really blah issue. This book needs a reboot. 2 out of 5 Spider-Villains.
Batman and the Outsiders #14
Nice story, good artwork, and the beginning of a new mission for the team. Also, the return of Azrael ?! 3 out of 5 Bat-Villains
December 14, 2008 in Comic Books, Marvel, News, Reviews, Spider-Man, Wolverine, X-Men
Indie reviews late Sunday or Monday if possible.
Amazing Spider-Man #580
Spider-Man battles the Blank, in a done in one fairly uneventful story. The art by Lee Weeks is a big improvement for the book. 3 out of 5 Spider-Villains.
Astonishing X-Men Ghost Boxes #2 (of 2 )
2 more alternate reality stories, including a Cyclops suicide story. Still not worth the $3.99 for only 16 pages of story, but more interesting than the first part. 2 out of 5 X-Men.
December 12, 2008 in Batman, Joker, Movies, News, Spider-Man, Star Wars
Continuing the Auction Results for the Profiles in History Auction.
Return of the Jedi C-3PO Helmut
The helmut sold for $100,000. Imagine how much the rest of the body could get.
Heath Ledger Joker Playing Card
These were reportedly left all over the streets of Chicago after filming was done. It sold for $3500 and I know realize that I should have been hanging out downtown during the filming.
December 7, 2008 in Avengers, Comic Books, Marvel, Reviews, Secret Invasion, Spider-Man
In keeping with the new format I have split the Quick Fires into Marvel, DC, and Indie books.
Amazing Spider-Man #579
Mark Waid finishes up the two part Shocker tale with a team-up, a betrayal, and the almost reunion of J. Jonah Jameson and his father. Much better artwork in this issue. 4 out of 5 Spider-Villains.
Cable #9
Cable Versus the Cockroach Humans and Bishop takes out the X-Men. Nice pacing, very smooth artwork. 3 out of 5 X-Villains.
November 30, 2008 in Comic Books, Marvel, Reviews, Spider-Man, Spoiler
COVER BY: STUART IMMONEN
WRITER: BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS
PENCILS: STUART IMMONEN
INKS: WADE VON GRAWBADGER
COLORED BY: Justin Ponsor
LETTERED BY: VC-Cory Petit
We start off with Eddie Brock on a bench talking with a guy who says to him nice day isn’t it. Brock then tells him that he has thoughts in his head that are not his own and that he is always hungry. We then flashback to one day earlier inside Peter Parker’s attic where we see the supposedly dead Gwen Stacy with the face of Carnage.
November 10, 2008 in Comic Books, DC, Marvel, Reviews
Amazing Spider-Man #576
Kind of sappy ending to the Hammerhead story. And it appears Spidey has a new woman in his life. 2 out of 5 Spider-Villains.
Civil War House of M #3
Relatively interesting story of Magneto’s rise to power, but at the end of the day this story already has its ending. 3 out of 5 New Avengers.
Final Crisis: Resist #1
Great Issue. Mr. Terrific organizes a resistance and plays the OMAC trump card to take on Darkseid. 4 out of 5 JSAers.
November 6, 2008 in Comic Books, Marvel, Reviews
COVER BY: David Finch
WRITER: Jeph Loeb
PENCILS: David Finch
This book was surprisingly good. I had low expectations based on the Ultimate Origin mini that was only so so . This book however is grand in scale. We start with a quick go around the entire Ultimate Universe. Catching up with the X-Men, Ultimates, Spider-Man and Fantastic Four. Then things go bad very quickly. The ocean floods into New York and the death toll reaches into the millions as we find out that this is happening worldwide, even in Lateveria as we see an enraged Doctor Doom without any of his subjects. Professor X contacts the survivors and tells them who is behind this. From the cover above (which is also the last panel of the book) it is not hard to guess. Loeb writes a very tight, connected tale that is on a grand scale. Finch’s pencils are very good and only in one panel was it hard to figure out who a character was.(I thought the Human Torch in non-flame form was Mr. Fantastic) Overall this is an interesting start to the destruction of the Ultimate Universe and receives 4 out of 5 Fantastic Fourers.
