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Twitter globe friday, saturday, sunday comic book artist mike zeck was born 1949 in greenville pa, grew up 19551977 in south florida where he also attended ringling school of art in sarasota fl, and resided 19772002 in connecticut for the majority of his working years at marvel and dc comics. Dematteis and bob mcleod, springs immediately to mind. The art of mike zeck, while zecks series with writer steven grant creator of the hit movie two guns, damned, was released in a recent volume by idw publishing, which has also just released a deluxe volume of mikes classic marvel covers. Mighty con shows bringing comic cons back to the fans. Join them for a discussion on how it all came together, and how their legacy is felt.

See more ideas about comic books art, comics and marvel. Mike zeck comic artist the most popular comic art by mike zeck. This comic, interiors and covers alike, is one of the most studied, reproduced, copied and admired comic books of all timeand at least of half of it is mike zecks fault. Fernando torress comic art gallery all comic art by artist. He is best known for his work for marvel comics on such series as captain america, marvel superheroes secret wars, master of kungfu, and the punisher as well as the kravens last hunt storyline in the spiderman titles. Original comic art for sale by artist mike zeck at.

Zeck also did some of the best face work of his career here, telling a very emotional tale that relied heavily on interior dialog and expression. Thanks for looking and please check our other auctions for more fine art prints by mike zeck and other incredible artists. They look great and are already in frames and hanging up in my studio. Also included, my contribution to the editions deesse portfolio, worlds famous comics book artists. Weve put together a special reunion for kravens last hunt that you dont want to miss. Mike zecks classic marvel stories artists edition idw. Remarks are just miniature headshots with however much detail the artist wishes to give. So, i looked up some of the artists and wrote them asking if they would autograph my books and in the case mike zeck asked if i could interview him for a site i was creating web comics, he agreed. Idw has some new players on this artists edition, and as such there are changes to the format, layout and design. Punisher book one graphic novel marvel 1987 signed mike zeck comic book 1 2 1985. After graduation from high school, he went to ringling school of art in 1967 and after art school, he returned to fort lauderdale and started working at the migrant education center in 1970.

One notable image is the shift of spidermans red and blue costume to the black version in the 1984 marvel limited comic book series, marvel superheroes secret wars. See more ideas about comic books art, marvel comics and comics. Like many other superstars of the late 20th century john byrne, joe staton, jim aparo, and don newton, to name a few, some of mighty mike s earliest professional color comics. Fernando torress comic art gallery all comic art by. He began his career in 1974 working for marvel comics imprint curtis magazines on the title the savage sword of conan. May 18, 2015 this june, zeck s beloved work will be presented like never before with the release of idw publishings latest artists edition, mike zeck s classic marvel stories. Mike zeck comic artist the most popular comic art by. I saw a few of mikes photos online, and reached out to him for permission to use some of them in print. Mike zeck is one of the classic artists of the 1980s, at the forefront of many of the best books and in demand by fans and editors alike.

The 1971 comic art convention was held july 2 to 4 at the statler hilton in manhattan. I checked the table and there was a long line of prints, a book and a. Comic book artists comic book characters comic book heroes comic artist comic books art punisher comic book punisher comics punisher logo marvel art a. Original art some cover pencils have been sitting in my file for quite a long while. Marvel comics, arte dc comics, bd comics, marvel art, marvel heroes, comic book artists, comic artist, comic books art, jack kirby. Mike zeck is one of the most iconic comic book artists in history. In 1962 when spiderman was introduced, mike zeck became addicted to marvel comics, even redrawing a steve ditko story for a school project about what he wants his future career to be. Comic book pages, comic book artists, comic book characters, marvel. Nov 18, 2018 posts about mike zeck written by comicsjim. Anyway, i brought my mike zecks classic marvel stories artists edition to the show and beelined it to zecks table after consulting the well placed floor maps. In 1977 he was hired by marvel to work on the mainstream line of comics and has worked in almost all the titles from the company.

Comic book artists comic artist comic books art captain america sketch john buscema the mighty thor bristol board film danimation american comics. Note that my previous mike zeck checklist with more images is now on my adobe portfolio site. Mike zeck marvel art comics punisher captain america spider man kraven illustration covers rtf skulduggery return to fleet 222. Jon and i have gone to it in years past and have always had a good. When we think of the groovy age art of magnificent mike zeck, we most often think of master of kung fu and postgroovy age captain america, punisher, and secret wars. The cosmic comic book broadcast the cosmic comic book broadcast.

Zeck, known professionally as mike zeck, is an american comic book illustrator. You are purchasing the comic book shown in the pictures. Mike zeck comic art community gallery of comic art. Mike zeck comic artist the most popular comic art by mike. Mikes comics series and covers have influenced generations. Official website mike zeck at the comic book db archived from the original. Jim shooter, mike zeck, and john beatty, helped craft a masterpiece that helped change the face of comic books. Mike zeck has also worked on covers for several dc comic books like batman. His straightforward superhero artwork follows in the tradition of the legends that have come before and sets a new standard to challenge those that will come after. An interview with comic book artist mike zeck asiapop comic con manila apcc manila kicks off later today with its second edition. See more ideas about comic book artists, comic art and comic books art. Zeck, renowned comic book illustrator and storyteller. Spiderman by mike zeck stan lee spiderman, spiderman black suit, comic book.

No conventions this goround, so im planning a store appearance instead. Jul, 2015 a focused look at his marvel career, mike zecks classic marvel stories artists edition hits the highlights and is sure to please fans. In the meantime, he sent out his sample comic portfolio to publishers and was invited to do some illustration assignments for charlton comics in 1974. Jim lee is one of the greatest comic book artists of this era. John buscema heroes, in scott williamss odds n endsstuff i inked comic art gallery room scott williams w. Zeck born september 6, 1949, known professionally as mike zeck, is an american comics artist. Boston comic con is a 3 day event fri sun where fans can meet comic artist, writers and comic book related celebrities. Mike zecks classic marvel stories artists edition hc.

This unique artists edition showcases some of zeck s finest worksthe first two issues of the initial punisher miniseries, the first issue of secret wars, a classic twopart captain america story featuring deathlok, nick fury and spiderman, and the. Mike zeck comic artist north texas comic book show. Mike zeck on launching the original secret wars, joining. Click on a thumbnail to view an expanded lightbox image. See more ideas about gi joe, comics and comic covers. He was a legendary comic book artist of the highest caliber and one of. Anthonys comic book art original comic art mike zeck. He is best known for his work for marvel comics on such series as captain america, master of kungfu, and the punisher, as well as the kravens last hunt storyline from the spiderman titles.

Difference between remark and sketch cgc comic book. For more information on this appearance and michael j. Mike zeck rare silver surfer black 1 art print signed variant cover last one. See more ideas about comic books art, marvel comics, comics. Timelapse of mike zeck drawing captain america live at new jersey comic expo 2016. Mike zeck rare punisher hardcover art print signed 1980s. The last time i vacationed in the philippines, i timed it so that i could make a guest appearance at the 2016 asia pop comic con in manila before returning to the states. Click a thumbnail for an expanded lightbox view and mouse over the image for credits info. Master of kung fu june 1981 cover by mike zeck speaking of comic art mike zecks run on mokf class act plus the stories are pure kung fu bliss.

Mike zeck was born in pennsylvania, united states on tuesday, september 6, 1949 baby boomers generation. The teacher, who had art training, taught mike how to draw heads. Later, he worked for charlton comics on many titles. They went right from their run on captain america to drawing marvels blockbuster crossover event, secret wars.

A heavyhitter in the comics industry, and influencing generations of artists, one would have to argue which of mikes series has been the most influential, or which is embossed most deeply in our pop culture. Original comic art mike zeck anthonys comic book art. Nov 19, 2016 timelapse of mike zeck drawing captain america live at new jersey comic expo 2016. In 1962 when spiderman was introduced, mike zeck became addicted to marvel comics, even. Ive just paid for a signature for the first time comic. The 3day convention will see fans in manila mingling with celebrities, comic book guests, cosplayers, and have fun participating in other activities, like panels, meet and greets and. Unfortunately we werent able to just browse through my eighties work and cherrypick our favorite issues and story runs. Why is the full dematteiszeckbeatty captain america run. Like many other superstars of the late 20th century john byrne, joe staton, jim aparo, and don newton, to name a few, some of mighty mikes earliest professional color comics work rolled off the. The book, which presents selected artwork in an unaltered fashion true to the original penciled pages, includes a sample of some of zeck s most memorable work. Remembering john buscema, he passed away 10 years ago last january.

Mike tells a more detailed version of the story in the book. He was gracious, and took the time to prepare highresolution versions for me. Jon and i have gone to it in years past and have always had a good time. Mike zecks classic marvel stories artists edition artist. A selection of sketches, recreations, and original sketches in my variant sketchbook. See more ideas about comic books art, marvel comics and comic. Zeck born september 6, 1949, is an american comics artist. The shocking thing is that, while i think dematteis did an excellent job on the series, the artwork is also by one of the marvels top artists of the 1980s, the art team of mike zeck and john beatty. Mike zeck born september 6, 1949 is an artist who has worked for charlton, marvel, dc and devils due among others. Zecks epic six part story kravens last hunt, with j. A heavyhitter in the comics industry, and influencing generations of artists, one would have to argue which of mike s series has been the most influential, or which is embossed most deeply in our pop culture. Of course there will be a large cover gallery as well, including some foldouts. This unique artists edition showcases some of zecks finest worksthe first two issues of the initial punisher miniseries, the first issue of secret wars, a classic twopart captain america story.