So it's been a while since I participated in either voting or submitting.
I haven't really been able to afford adding much to the collection lately.
Being cooped up due to covid, I like many was searching for entertainment &
distraction.
I discovered things online like the comicart-live streams & art sale, drink &
draw,
and Neal Adams' auction streams. Coupled with a little bit better budget, the
bug is back.
My picks are listed in order of preference , based on artistic merit and/or
what I'd like to have in my collection.
Pretty damn impressive to see what folks have obtained in just one year.
I too would love some sort of cut & paste auto fill for listing our picks.
Fun to see all the art but process takes forever.
Thanks to all involved!
Scott R. https://www.comicartfans.com/GalleryDetail.asp?GCat=258
COVERS:
5) David Finch Conan Serpent War #1 – Neil & Leigh Mechem owners
Ummm… this had to take some time to draw. David draws a sweet Conan & the sky
is super cool. Wow.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1640117
4) JSC Uncanny X-Men #12 – Joshua Tan owner
Couldn’t have a better Campbell example. The sabretooth is my favorite thing in
here.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1686947
3) Justice League Adventures #1 Timm/Ross – Matt E. owner
How iconic. What a great & interesting artist pairing. I thought my comic was
cool.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1676984
2) Art Adams Zeck Tribute (Champions #1 Variant) – Joshua Tan incredibly
fortunate owner
No secret I’m a huge Adams fan. Also Zeck. I asked Mike about this piece & he
of course loves it.
What an incredible example of King Arthur’s work. Kudos.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1671712
1) BWS Conan Saga #1 – Glynn Craig owner
Best piece of art in the whole show for me. Congrats on such an exquisite
example. Perfection.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1654666
honorable mentions: Brunner Dr. Strange, Art Adams Thor, Art Adams NYCC
variant, Ross Wolverine
SPLASH/TITLE PAGE:
5) Mark Brooks X-Men Tribute – Ankur J. owner This one’s just a fun piece.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1684318
4) Sean Murphey Batman Curse/White Knight – owned by Kevin C.
One of the modern artists I most admire. Love the ’89 Batmobile.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1679660
3) Kyle Hotz Detective #1006 – Ron Sonenthal owner
This rocks – a very strong composition. While his work owes a lot to Kelley
Jones, I think I like Kotz more.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1609735
2) Wrightson Swamp Thing #1 pg21 – owner Glynn Crain
Any splash by Bernie makes a statement. Taking Frazetta out of the equation,
I’ve always cited Bernie & Art Adams as my favorite line artists. A cool
example.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1691312
1) BWS MCP #84 pg12 owned by Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal – Namor
Yup. And a cat to boot… Yup.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1677054
honorable mentions: Art Adams Guardians, Sienkiewicz Elektra Assassin, Wally
Wood Weird Science
PAGES:
5) Bill Everett Sub-Mariner #54 – owned by Comicart B
Beyond cool. This makes me want to buy some Everett comics. Incredible inking.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1688321
4) Nestor Redondo Rima page – Mark Levy owner
If you have seen my gallery you know I’m into big cats. This I love. This I
wish I had in my collection.
Really dig the inset panels. Mark – if you ever sell…
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1611462
3) Wrightson Swamp Thing #4 – Chris K. owner From the awesome werewolf
issue. Nice!
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1657203
2) Neal Adams Avengers – owned by Robert Frey Gorgeous page. Hits on so
many levels.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1613700
1) Frazetta Creepy #2 – Matt E. owner
The last sequential work from the greatest artist of all time. Yeah. You win.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1677530
honorables: Frank Thorne multiple Sonjas page, Art Adams Longshot #4, Daredevil
#27 by Colan
PIN-UPS
5) Jim lee The Witcher Illo – Tatiana Dykes super cool owner
Fan of the game & a fan of this very dark illustration. A nice less
conventional choice of subject matter.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1657054
4) Mike Mignola Uncle Creepy/Grim Reaper – D J owner
I’m a sucker for early Mignola art. This is a sweet piece. It’s like a
Wrightson/Ploog mash up. Congrats on a great pick up.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1675397
3) Terry Moore SIP Art Nouveau Portfolio Plate – owned by James Bella.
One of the most beautiful works in the entire show. Transcends comic art.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1640595
2) Adam Hughes/Frank Cho Vampirella – Ingrid Neilson
Fantastic pairing. Fantastic image.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1609417
1)Rocketeer painting by Dave Stevens – Jason K An absolute classic
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1649840
STRIPS:
5) Neal Adams Ben Casey – D.J. Peters owner
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1598898
4) Paul Gillon Strip N° 2592 13 Rue de l'Espoir – owned by Jean Andre Macchini
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1608346
3) Al Williamson Secret Agent Corrigan – Roger K. owner
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1643539
2) Frazetta Johnny Comet – John Stuart owner
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1681377
1)Alex Raymond Flash Gordon Sunday – Monty B. owner
The amount of time, care and draftsmanship Raymond & Foster out into their work
blows me away.
COMISSIONS/RECREATIONS:
5) Walt Simonson Thor – T Shen owner I know I want one
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1665977
4) Tricia Wee Sabrina – owned by Christopher H.
Not familiar with the artist, and the lion in the sky not even a big factor,
but this just speaks to me. Great tones & fun likeness to the show’s actress.
Adorable.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1657936
3) Goblin Queen by Frank Cho – Dean Abraham owner Wow. Lots of art on that
page. Wow.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1634134
2) Dan Brereton Solomon Kane – Russ Carreiro
Makes me want to get another piece by Dan. What an artist & what a nice guy.
Awesome.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1621597
1)Kenneth Rocafort Black Cat – Sh@dy Matt owner.
An amazingly talented artist. Another newer guy that really has IT.
CON SKETCHES/SKETCH COVERS:
Dean Kotz Detective Comics #1027 – Jason Borelli owner
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1672676
Peach Momoko Elektra – Jon Ariza owner
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1625442
Neal Adams Wrightson Portrait – Ray Cuthbert owner (great idea Ray!)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1659051
J. Scott Campbell Spider-Man – TV Kid owner colored paper sketches can be so
effective.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1659051
Arthur Adams Hellboy – D J owner
MEDIA:
Queen by Rafael de Loera
Owner: Carlos Garcia Macias
Artist: Rafael de
Loera<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=Rafael%20de%20Loera>
(All)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1660514
Xenomorph by Troy Nixey
Owner: Ryan French
Artist: Troy
Nixey<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=Troy%20Nixey>
(All)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1687815
Adams, Neal - Horror of the Blood Monsters (1970)
Owner: Ray Cuthbert
Artist: Neal
Adams<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=Neal%20Adams>
(All)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1657479
Lone Wolf & Cub Criterion Collection Cover
Owner: Jason K
Artist: Paul
Pope<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=Paul%20Pope> (All)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1681328
Now that’s art. Put me in mind of the Kurosawa Criterion by Kent Williams. Nice
The Lord of The Rings (1978) Movie Poster Concept Art
Owner: Imran A
Artist: Tom
Jung<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=Tom%20Jung> (All)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofyrpreview.asp?BOId=10
who doesn't remember that poster? slam dunk on this one.
NON COMIC/GAMING
Dragon's Lair Promotional Poster (1983) Artwork
Owner: Imran A
Artist: Ron
Dias<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=Ron%20Dias> (All)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1644543
Rodney Matthews - Fighting Fantasy RPG - "Seas of Blood"
Owner: Doug Ellis
Artist: Rodney
Matthews<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=Rodney%20Matthews>
(All)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1651164
Rodney Matthews?!? Hell Yeah. He’s always been a cooler Roger Dean for me. Love
his animals.
Stephen King's Cycle of the Werewolf illustration - "November" by Bernie
Wrightson (1983)
Owner: Dave Kopecki
Artist: Bernie
Wrightson<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=Bernie%20Wrightson>
(All)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1676746
Wonderful example by the master.
Terror of the Tar Pit
Owner: Ingrid Neilson
Artist: William
Stout<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=William%20Stout>
(All)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1637588
Yep – a big cat. One of many pieces that has me thinking where was I when this
came up for sale?
Oh yeah… not actively collecting. Damn it. Super cool. Congrats Ingrid.
The Duel
Owner: Imagine If
Artist: Stephen
Hickman<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=Stephen%20Hickman>
(All)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?piece=1606111
Can’t believe I’m seeing this on CAF. Seems more fitting of a museum to me.
I have stared longingly at my copy of Epic Magazine. First Hickman I ever saw &
have known his name since. Sincere congratulation to the owner.
OTHER
Petersen - Mouse Guard Bard
Owner: Alex K.
Artist: David
Petersen<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=David%20Petersen>
(All)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1676683
An artist I appreciate & a book I’d like to read.
Black Cat from Wizard Magazine Interior
Owner: TV kid
Artist: J Scott
Campbell<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=J%20Scott%20Campbell>
(Penciller)
Sexiest costume in comics? It’s up there. Like the cat vibe.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1661944
Al Hirschfeld - New York Times Drama Section (11/24/40)
Owner: Ted Latner
His lines are ridiculous. Cool piece.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1670685
Lady & Tiger
Owner: Ingrid Neilson
Artist: Dan
Smith<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=Dan%20%20Smith>
(Painter)
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1630241
Beautiful. Would never have seen this otherwise.
Came the Dawn (for EC Picto-Fiction Horror), by Frank Frazetta
Owner: Steve N.
Artist: Frank
Frazetta<https://www.comicartfans.com/searchresult.asp?txtsearch=Frank%20Frazetta>
(All)
Can you imagine had Frank actually finished this work?
The beauty of his not doing so is seeing the working process. Impressive score
to say the least.
https://www.comicartfans.com/bestofpiece.asp?Piece=1669655
