Available exclusively at the alex ross store, comic book resources got the chance to get their hands on a new variant cover for star wars. Posted on tuesday, december 9th, 2014 by germain lussier. Alex ross, comic book artists, comic artist, comic books art, comic villains, marvel characters, fictional characters, marvel comics art, marvel heroes. Big fudge archival comic book bags and boards pack of 50 comic bags and. It is written by kieron gillen and salvador larroca. Universal monsters variant fine art lithograph set by alex. W brian wood a carlos danda ca gabe eltaeb, alex ross this is star wars as you remember it. He first became known with the 1994 miniseries marvels, on which he collaborated with writer kurt busiek for marvel comics. This allnew star wars series is set in the time period of the original trilogy, specifically directly following the events of episode iv. For other people named alex ross, see alex ross disambiguation. The comic takes place between the events of star wars. Were taking you back to those heady, adventurefilled days following the destruction of the death star when the empire ruled, the rebels were on the run, and the galaxy was a dangerous place where anything might happen.
Star wars has returned to marvel, and a galaxy of comic book stars have joined the celebration. In this bold artwork, the dark lord of the sith stabs his lightsaber downward take that, floor. The series issue is written by kieron gillen, and has interior art by salvador larocca, and goes on sale in early 2015. A new hope, and features the franchises bestloved characters, as told by brian wood xmen, dmz, conan the barbarian. Apr 25, 2017 alex ross and doug braithwaite did an amazing job with this graphic novel. Star wars books star wars art star trek comic book characters comic books art book art. Luke skywalker and the ragtag band of rebels fighting against the galactic empire are fresh off their biggest victory yetthe destruction of the massive battle station known as the death star. Were taking you back to those heady, adventurefilled days following the destruction of the death starwhen the empire ruled, the rebels were on the run, and the galaxy was a dangerous place where anything might happen. This variant cover depicts luke skywalker, lightsaber in hand, striking a regal and authoritative pose. Princess leias first issue just around the corner, marvel has unveiled a special alex ross variant cover, which for all intents and purposes is lovely, but also has. Jan 29, 2015 available exclusively at the alex ross store, comic book resources got the chance to get their hands on a new variant cover for star wars.
The comic book art of alex ross nrm exhibition video. Star wars 1 is the first issue of the marvel comic book series star wars and the first of six issues in the series first story arc, skywalker strikes. Sensational artist alex ross scores with this striking variant cover for marvels star wars. Episode v the empire strikes back and centers on the character darth vader. Signed by alex ross, it includes an official certificate of authenticity. Nov 12, 2014 sensational artist alex ross scores with this striking variant cover for marvels star wars. If he drew a picture of the back of my hand and showed it to me, even if it looked noooothing like my hand, i would just accept that as. Anything alex ross illustrates immediately becomes the definitive version of that thing in my mind.
Star wars is getting a new line of comic books at marvel comics starting in january 2015. The comic takes place in and during the events of star wars. Episode v the empire strikes back and features all of the major characters from the original film. Sep 14, 2016 comic book galaxy explores marvels star wars comic book releases and provides a discussion point on the culture and climate of the star wars comic book universe its another blissful hump day, and that means comic book galaxy is ready to celebrate midweek by looking at star wars comics. Its hard to tell if that will actually be the case, but i guess it could happen. I was really looking forward to this first issue of star wars. Before he joined the rebellion, before he ran cloud city, lando made his way in the galaxy getting. Ross, a popular comic book artist known for his distinct. Alex ross and doug braithwaite did an amazing job with this graphic novel.
Star wars art comic book artists comic books star wars princess leia star wars. Scott campbell, salvador larroca, terry dodson and plenty more. Coming in 2015 from writer kieron gillen and artist salvador larroca, the series will take place after the events of star wars. See more ideas about alex ross, comic books art and comic art. Nelson alexander ross born january 22, 1970 is an american comic book writerartist known primarily. Skywalker strikes by stmichalofwilson on january 15, 2015. Alex ross, batgirl, comic book characters, comic character, comic books art, comic villains. Darth vader 1 is the first issue of the marvel comic book series star wars.
Limited edition variant cover by alex maleev and charles soule. Welcome back luke, leia, han, chewie, artoo, threepio, darth vader and the rest as youve never seen them before in this astonishing collection of covers from the likes of john cassaday, joe quesada, alex ross, skottie young, j. Alex ross born january 22, 1970 is an american comic book artist who has. Alex ross is an american comic book artist who is best know for his realistic. To celebrate, the first issue will look a lot like another. These special variant comics will feature artist alex ross s original cover sketches. Dark horse has given comic book resources an exclusive first look at special variant covers for brian wood star wars, featuring alex ross pencils for the first four issues painted covers. The comic book art of alex ross nrm exhibition video duration. One of the reasons for the massive amount of sales is the number of variant covers set to be printed. Alex ross is an american comic book artist most well known for gouache paintings and his work on the kingdom come and justice series, as well as numerous covers. His big break came in 1993 with marvels, a limited series that took a realistic look at marvel super heroes by presenting them from the point of view of an ordinary man. Leia 4 is the fourth of five issues of the marvel comic book series star wars.
Comic book galaxy explores marvels star wars comic book releases and provides a discussion point on the culture and climate of the star wars comic book universe its another blissful hump day, and that means comic book galaxy is ready to celebrate midweek by looking at star wars comics. Alex ross is one of the worlds most preeminent and wellrespected comic book artists. Nelson alexander ross born january 22, 1970 is an american comic book writerartist known primarily for his painted interiors, covers, and design work. Alex ross star wars books star wars art comic book artists comic books star wars princess leia star wars christmas star wars comics star wars poster. From secret empires aftermath to more generations to legacy and a whole lotta star wars, everything from marvel in september 2017. Batman 47 alex ross harleys little black book colour variant. Star wars has returned to marvel, and a galaxy of comicbook stars have joined the celebration. Episode iv a new hope, and star the sagas most iconic villain. In this comic book, darth vader is sent by darth sidious on a mission to negotiate with jabba the hutt. Star wars princess leia alex ross exclusive variantstar wars.
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