Randall Dowling Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 20 hours ago, The Lions Den said: If there is, I haven't seen their work... Completely agree. Frazetta took his various influences of Foster, Raymond, St. John, etc. and took things to a completely different level. I think a strong argument can be made that Frazetta is the greatest cover artist of all time, without exception. Many have imitated his work, some quite well (Ken Kelly, Boris) but none of them have the sense of action, power, composition, and dynamism that Frazetta created on his various paintings. I love many of the Spanish artists that worked on Warrens, as well. But they don't hold a candle to the master's work. I've spent a fair amount of time thinking about this very question and I can't think of any artist working today that comes even close to that accomplishment. Frankly, I can't even imagine what that would look like. This is Who We Are 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Lions Den Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 12 minutes ago, Randall Dowling said: Completely agree. Frazetta took his various influences of Foster, Raymond, St. John, etc. and took things to a completely different level. I think a strong argument can be made that Frazetta is the greatest cover artist of all time, without exception. Many have imitated his work, some quite well (Ken Kelly, Boris) but none of them have the sense of action, power, composition, and dynamism that Frazetta created on his various paintings. I love many of the Spanish artists that worked on Warrens, as well. But they don't hold a candle to the master's work. I've spent a fair amount of time thinking about this very question and I can't think of any artist working today that comes even close to that accomplishment. Frankly, I can't even imagine what that would look like. Well said, Douglas! The only other thing I could add to this statement is the amazing amount of detail he included in many of his paintings. It's like Frank was showing us a different world that only he could see... This is Who We Are, jimjum12 and Randall Dowling 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Dowling Posted August 31, 2020 Share Posted August 31, 2020 6 minutes ago, The Lions Den said: Well said, Douglas! The only other thing I could add to this statement is the amazing amount of detail he included in many of his paintings. It's like Frank was showing us a different world that only he could see... Amen, sir! The Lions Den 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat Posted September 1, 2020 Author Share Posted September 1, 2020 Pretty good video. A more down to earth telling. Unca Ben and Randall Dowling 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Lions Den Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 11 hours ago, wombat said: Pretty good video. A more down to earth telling. I liked the bit about the triangles... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
piper Posted September 14, 2020 Share Posted September 14, 2020 This arrived today. Yay! The Lions Den, Stevemmg, Randall Dowling and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oakman29 Posted September 15, 2020 Share Posted September 15, 2020 2 hours ago, piper said: This arrived today. Yay! I love this book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Dowling Posted September 15, 2020 Share Posted September 15, 2020 At last. OtherEric, oakman29, Jayman and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oakman29 Posted September 15, 2020 Share Posted September 15, 2020 6 minutes ago, Randall Dowling said: At last. Suweet! 😎 Randall Dowling 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat Posted September 15, 2020 Author Share Posted September 15, 2020 Awesome. Did it also have that stained glass with it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Dowling Posted September 15, 2020 Share Posted September 15, 2020 1 minute ago, wombat said: Awesome. Did it also have that stained glass with it? Yep. It was, like we discussed, as issued. Original box and everything. The seller even thoughtfully crafted a custom box to protect the original for shipping. Thanks again for pointing it out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat Posted September 15, 2020 Author Share Posted September 15, 2020 3 minutes ago, Randall Dowling said: Yep. It was, like we discussed, as issued. Original box and everything. The seller even thoughtfully crafted a custom box to protect the original for shipping. Thanks again for pointing it out! I just wanted to see a better pic of the glass then what you see in listings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Dowling Posted September 17, 2020 Share Posted September 17, 2020 On 9/15/2020 at 10:33 AM, wombat said: I just wanted to see a better pic of the glass then what you see in listings. Request granted! For the record, that's my beautiful left hand in the photo. chevalmeow 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat Posted September 17, 2020 Author Share Posted September 17, 2020 That looks amazing. Thanks. Randall Dowling 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Dowling Posted September 17, 2020 Share Posted September 17, 2020 11 minutes ago, wombat said: That looks amazing. Thanks. Thank you! I use moisturizer regularly and generally take good care of my hands. Readcomix 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat Posted September 21, 2020 Author Share Posted September 21, 2020 Got catalogs 2-4. I don't think I've ever seen 1 for sale. Randall Dowling 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srezvan Posted September 22, 2020 Share Posted September 22, 2020 Is this what you're looking for? jimjum12 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat Posted September 22, 2020 Author Share Posted September 22, 2020 No. Not the art books. These are catalogs Frazetta put out where you could order prints from them. Its definitely a bit confusing because they title these the same as the art books. You can see on the bottom is says "catalog #" as an easy way to spot the difference just from the cover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat Posted September 22, 2020 Author Share Posted September 22, 2020 Here is a picture of catalog #1 Randall Dowling 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wombat Posted September 23, 2020 Author Share Posted September 23, 2020 For many, the mere mention of Heavy Metal magazine brings to mind images of Frank Frazetta’s iconic cover paintings — and, thanks to a new partnership between Heavy Metal Entertainment and the Frazetta Art Museum, it’s a combination that will continue for some time. The new agreement will allow for Heavy Metal to feature Frazetta’s artwork in future issues, including special features and variant covers spotlighting the artist. Images curated by the museum and magazine will be selected for use on covers and merchandise starting next year, with Heavy Metal planning at least four Frazetta covers in 2021. “There are few brands in the world that demand the respect of my father's art. When Heavy Metal approached us, it was clear that these two great visionary brands sharing a combined goal makes for an exciting time,” Frank Frazetta, Jr., owner and operator of the Frazetta Art Museum, said in a statement. “When talking about fine art, genre art or comics, the name Frazetta will always come to mind. If you couple that with the brand Heavy Metal, then there is no name more synonymous with genre-bending art than Frank,” added Heavy Metal CEO Matthew Medney. “Bringing Frank Frazetta and his art back to Heavy Metal in a meaningful, thought-provoking way is not only a proud moment for the Heavy Metal team, but something our extraordinary community deserves.” The first fruits of the new partnership will be next year’s Heavy Metal No. 305, which will feature a special cover showcasing a self-portrait of the artist (debuted below), as well as an interview with Frazetta Jr. to talk about his father’s artwork, legacy and the museum. Also in the issue will be Matthew Medney’s Dark Wing, and the launch of Ron Marz’s Swamp God and Bart and Michelle Sears’ Maiden. The issue will be released February 2021. exitmusicblue, stippy52 and Yorick 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
