CGC Signature Series Creator Spotlight: Stanley "Artgerm" Lau
Posted on 3/2/2026
Artist: Stanley “Artgerm” Lau
Next CGC Signature Series deadline: March 13, 2026, is the deadline to submit your books for the next Artgerm Private Signing, along with Derrick Chew, Kunkka and Ejikure. Go here to learn more about how to submit!
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Creator origins: Born and raised in Hong Kong, China, Artgerm is a multifaceted artist whose work blends Eastern and Western influences into a distinctive, visually fluid style. A co-founder of Imaginary Friends Studios, he has built an international reputation through high-profile work across comics, entertainment and gaming, collaborating with some of the industry’s most recognizable brands. Widely followed for his dynamic compositions and polished digital techniques, his art has inspired a global fan base. His work spans iconic DC Comics characters including Wonder Woman, Harley Quinn, Joker, Catwoman, Supergirl, Batman and Batgirl, as well as Marvel favorites such as the Fantastic Four, She-Hulk, Scarlet Witch, Spider-Man, Black Cat and Thor.
Top picks: Some of Artgerm’s most popular works include:
- G.I. Joe: America’s Elite #5 (2005)
- Warhammer: Forge of War #5 (2007)
- Batman/Superman Annual #4 (2010)
- Batgirl #12 (2010)
- Dark Knight III: The Master Race #1 (2016)
- Amazing Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows #1 (2017)
- Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man #1 (2017)
- Supergirl #12 (2017)
- Vampirella #2 (2019)
- Catwoman #15 (2019)
CGC Comics Registry highlight: If you’re still looking for books to submit for this signing, CGC Comics Registry Member Tec-Tac-Toe has lots of gorgeous Artgerm comics for inspiration in their set: Stanley "Artgerm" Lau Style: Catwoman and Beyond.
Auction highlight: An X-Men #1 Sketch Cover graded CGC Signature Series 9.8, signed and sketched by Stanley Lau (Artgerm), sold for $6,600 in a Heritage Auctions sale in January 2024.
Did you know? Artgerm learned anatomy, lighting and composition by studying fine art, photography and digital painting on his own, which is why his covers often feel like high-end fashion illustration or cinematic key art.
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