Todd mcfarlane hit it big with a comic book character named al simmons, an intelligence officer and. Todd mcfarlane is a canadian comic book creator and entrepreneur, best known for his work as the artist on the amazing. Features art from original comic art boards, rare, neverbeforeseen sketches, as well as art from mcfarlane. Todd mcfarlane todd mcfarlane is one of the busiest people in comic books hes writing and sometimes drawing spawn, hes president of image comics, hes head of mcfarlane toys, and hes. Todd mcfarlane reveals first look at new spawn figure that. Features art from original comic art boards, rare, neverbeforeseen sketches, as well as art from mcfarlane s work on batman. Dec 04, 2012 the art of todd mcfarlane is a visual autobiography of the comic artist, master himself. May 19, 2017 aside from his impact on the comic book scene todd mcfarlane productions still publishes spawn monthly and he remains president of image comics, todd also has major successes in other endeavours. Todd mcfarlane sues exemployee claiming to be inspiration of spawn character exclusive. Though youngblood was technically the first image comics book, todd mcfarlanes spawn is the series that put the creatorowned publisher on the map. Comic link the online vintage comic book and comic art.
He brought to the industry eyepopping detailed art and dark storytelling, as well as having produced one of the bestselling single issues ever with multiple covers and touted as highly collectible, assuredly and spearheaded a creatorowned publishing company. This is an essential todd mcfarlane comic for true fans. Todd mcfarlane comic artist the most popular comic art. Its been two weeks since comic book writer, editor and publisher stan lee passed away at the age of 95. Best comic books comic books art comic art comic book artists comic book characters spawn comics diamond comics todd mcfarlane image comics what others are saying spawn reaches his anniversary and image celebrates in spawn check it out as we cover all the excitement. This collection showcases todd mcfarlane s unique art style, which burst onto the comic book scene in the late 1980s and forever changed the landscape of comic book art. This site is dedicated to all those who would like to get started with drawing comics and would like to become comic artists. Todds ability to compel readers to buy books for his art alone, as well as form rock star mobs at his public appearances this applies to jim and rob too, had never been seen before or since. Todd mcfarlane books list of books by author todd mcfarlane. Todd mcfarlane born march 16, 1961 in calgary, alberta, canada is a canadian cartoonist, comic book writer, artist, toy manufacturerdesigner, and media. Then he left to pursue his dreams of more creator controlled comics and cofounded image, a company which he still runs. Top comic creators mcfarlane and liefeld remember stan lee.
Jul 12, 2011 todd mcfarlane is a canadian comic book artist, writer, toy manufacturerdesigner, and media entrepreneur who is best known as the creator of the epic occult fantasy series spawn. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Todd mcfarlane has shared the first official piece of artwork featuring spawn and spiderman, which will cover the overstreet comic book. Comic book greats todd mcfarlane full episode youtube.
Mcfarlane was a superstar and marvel decided to release the story with mcfarlane s unpublished art. Art by todd mcfarlane, greg capullo, jason shawn alexander, clayton crain and jerome opena. Art of todd mcfarlane graphic novels t graphic novels. Oct 10, 2012 the evolution of the art of todd mcfarlane part 1. Todd mcfarlane, one of the most recognizable comic book names outside the industry, hasnt been doing a lot of comic books lately.
So then if we allow you personally to tell us what are good comic books, then in a weird kind of way youve now manipulated us, the general public, because youre only giving us what you think is good. The comic book greats with todd mcfarlane part 1 youtube. Showcasing todd mcfarlane s unique art style, which burst onto the comic book scene in the late 1980s and forever changed the landscape of comic book art. Comiclink is the online vintage comic book and comic art auction destination featuring comic book auctions spotlighting the most desirable cgc graded examples of key comics, as well as comic art auctions featuring the biggest names in comic book illustration from the. Full details for the original spawn action figure and. Spawn original fan art poster, al simmons, todd mcfarlane comic book inspired. Todd mcfarlane began drawing comic book heroes in high school. Whilce portacio inker todd mcfarlane inker jim lee all. In 1987, mcfarlane joined writer david michelinie on marvels the amazing spiderman. Mcfarlane was born in calgary, alberta, canada on march 16, 1961, but spent most of his childhood in southern california. For the first time, lgendary comic books artist todd mcfarlane has brought together the two characters he is most wellknown for drawing. The comic book greats with todd mcfarlane part 3 youtube.
Todd mcfarlane born march 16, 1961 is a canadian cartoonist, writer, toy designer and entrepreneur, best known for his work in comic books, such as the fantasy series spawn. Created by todd mcfarlane and robert kirkman, the series debuted in october 2009 and ended in december 2012 after 28 issues. A few years later in 1995, the first spawn action figure was released to critical acclaim and helped usher in a whole new way of giving you detail and art to your action figures. Todd mcfarlane, legendary artist, spawn creator and venom cocreator, mcfarlane toys creative force and ceo, and founding partner and president of image comics, joins. Resurrected from the ashes of his own grave in a flawed agreement with the powers of darkness, simmons is reborn as a creature from the depths of hell. This is a momentous occasion in comic book history. Todd mcfarlane is my favorite comic book artist because he didnt limited himself into making comics as a penciler, but turned it into a successful business. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Returning to calgary at age 14, todd first discovered the world of comic books in high school. Free shipping on many items browse your favorite brands affordable prices.
Although he spent a lot of time drawing comic book heroes, playing. The first todd mcfarlane comic books infinity inc years. Todd mcfarlane opens up about his career as a comic book artist that includes making spiderman cooler and creating the spawn character. A behemoth when it first debuted, spawn was one of the highestselling books of the 1990s.
We personally assess every books quality and offer rare, outofprint treasures. Mcfarlane went on to provide art for some of the most popular comic series, including detective comics, amazing spiderman, incredible hulk, daredevil and many more. Creative comic art is your online stop for everything you need to know about drawing comic art as well as creating and publishing your own comic. Weve been selling comics since 1961 our first sale. Spawn was ranked 60th on wizard magazines list of the top 200 comic book characters of all time, 50th on empire magazines list of the 50 greatest comic book. Todd mcfarlane talks spawn ahead of the comics milestone issue. War devil was written by doug moench, chuck dixon, and alan grant, drawn by klaus janson. Todd mcfarlane comic book essentials the first todd mcfarlane comic books coyote. Todd mcfarlane, image comics, comic book cover art.
Image todd mcfarlane productions 1997 newsstand edition. The comic was originally written by kirkman with pencils by ryan ottley, layouts by greg capullo, and inks by mcfarlane. He soon began working for both marvel he illustrated several issues of marvels incredible hulk. In the first of a twopart interview, todd mcfarlane discusses his career from infinity inc. Aside from his impact on the comic book scene todd mcfarlane productions still publishes spawn monthly and he remains president of image comics. Todd mcfarlane has worked in the comic book industry for several decades now with his first published artwork appearing in the coyote comic series by steve englehart and marshall rogers. Thriftbooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. Todd mcfarlane signatures cgc comic book collectors chat. Todd mcfarlane brings spawn and spiderman together in new art. So now gary groth has become the dictator of whats to be in comic books at that point. Under image mcfarlane introduced spawn, his demonic antihero who quickly became one of the most popular independent comic book characters in history. Mcfarlane wrote and inked the seriess first 70 issues and he penciled the first 24. Spawn action comics variant art by todd mcfarlane reddit.
Comic book pages comic book artists comic artist comic books art marvel comics art old comics vintage comics assassins creed art todd mcfarlane todd mcfarlane amazing spiderman page 16 original art marvel, everyone wants a strong panel of spidey available at 20 august 1 3 comics. Todd accepted a job offer from marvelepic comics penciling scorpio rose, an elevenpage backup story in the comic book coyote. He bought all the comics he could afford, especially the works of his favorite artists. On facebook, mcfarlane shared an image he drew fearing spawn overlooking the city while the webslinger clings to the underside of a gargoyle. People went out and bought this book primarily because it was a todd mcfarlane comic and greeting those readers on the front cover is a visual of spawn that would go on to be one the more. Spawn by todd mcfarlane spawn celebrity savior, part spawn costume origin, part 1 issue image is a comics and graphic novels publisher formed in 1992 by 7 of the comics industrys bestselling artists, and is the largest comics publisher in the united states. This is a 11 x 17 piece of original art inspired by spawn comics. Oct 25, 2014 part 3 of the oldschool vhs series the comic book greats with todd mcfarlane hosted by stan lee. The art of todd mcfarlane is a visual autobiography of the comic artist, master himself. The comic book greats with todd mcfarlane part 4 duration. Haunt is a fictional comic book superhero who appeared in a selftitled ongoing series published by image comics. The evolution of the art of todd mcfarlane part 1 cbr. A shaken jason wynn tells his security forces about a terrorist threat on his life and they reinforce the area. Spawn is a fictional superhero appearing in a monthly comic book of the same name published by american company image comics.
Welcome to the official fan page of todd mcfarlane. I wouldnt say todd mcfarlane doesnt sign often, he attends a few cons every year and there are also plenty of private signings with him. Cant wait for you folks to see the awesome interior art for the new arc. Feb 28, 2018 heres an awesome old time show where stan lee interviews todd mcfarlane, they talk about creating comics, storytelling and todd does some drawing and explains his thought process. In the late 1980s and early 1990s, mcfarlane became a comic book superstar due to his work on marvel comics spiderman franchise. Loved this, the story and art both drew me in quickly and im able to follow the story much better than in the hellspawn series so this may help me a lot when i go back to it.
Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The devils in the details is a visual biography celebrating 30 years of artwork from one of the comic industrys most popular and iconic artist personalities. In 1994 mcfarlane and dc comics collaborated on an intercompany crossover, each producing a book featuring batman and spawn. When the comic book writer and artist todd mcfarlane introduced readers to spawn in 1992, he had little idea that he and the character would still be at it 27 years later. Original comic book with new cover art by todd mcfarlane. Original comic art for sale by artist todd mcfarlane at. Mcfarlane s first published work was a 1984 backup story in epic comics coyote. Nov, 2012 critiquing the art of todd mcfarlane augie has his hands on an early copy of the art of todd mcfarlane, an awesome retrospective of the last 25 years of mcfarlanes career, even with some narrative difficulties. Spiderman to spawn, how todd mcfarlane became the biggest. Todd mcfarlane comic book essentials comics back issues. Mcfarlane toys revolutionized the action figure industry by introducing extraordinary levels of sculpt detail and colouring to the toy world. Marvel comic books marvel art comic books art comic book artists comic artist comics spiderman marvel comics comic book drawing todd mcfarlane what others are saying search more than pieces of original comic art for sale from over 45 comic art dealers, auction houses. Features art from original comic art boards, rare,neverbeforeseen sketches, as well as art from mcfarlane s work.
Top 20 most valuable todd mcfarlane key issues youtube. Spawn original fan art poster, al simmons, todd mcfarlane. When the comic book writer and artist todd mcfarlane introduced readers to spawn in 1992, he had little idea that he and the character would. Todd mcfarlane breaks down his art style and how it developed. Now spawn must choose between his life on earth and his place on a throne in hell.
Last week there has been mention that warners might be looking at todd mcfarlane s twisted land of oz line of action figures as the inspiration for the movie. The art of todd mcfarlane by todd mcfarlane, hardcover. Todd mcfarlane, the creator of spawn, is a multifaceted artist and businessman with a. It follows mcfarlanes journey from a young comic book fan mimicking his favorite artists, to his subsequent rise to comic book stardom. Hes the responsible for a huge change on the comics industry with the creation of image comics, making independent comics a rentable business. Signed and dated 98 by todd mcfarlane on cover in silver ink.
Todd mcfarlane comic art community gallery of comic art. Todd mcfarlane teaches kids to draw batman, batgirl and more. Get the best deals on todd mcfarlane signed when you shop the largest online selection at. Youll learn about the effort he put into drawing from his schooling days, to the getting his first job and then creating companies like image comics and mcfarlane toys. For many, todd mcfarlane epitomizes the evolution of the comic book industry in the 90s. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app. Todd mcfarlane sues exemployee claiming to be inspiration of. Part 1 of the oldschool vhs series the comic book greats with todd mcfarlane hosted by stan lee. He then worked for dc for a while, pencilling titles like allstar squadron and. He is the shapeshifting hero known as the coyote and he has a bone to pick with the criminal organization called the shadow cabinet, an international conclave dedicated to toppling the north american government. Todd mcfarlane comic book essentials comic book back issues. We create action figures of notable comic character from our own company and various other creators.
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