Aug 30, 2011 bill sienkiewicz is one of those artists that polarizes comic book fans you either love his art or you hate it. Bill sienkiewicz has 622 books on goodreads with 124271 ratings. But my hope is that a book like this, filled with bills art all in one place, will show people who think they know what bill can do, exactly how much more. Legion cocreator bill sienkiewicz on art, his new book and why he doesnt diss superhero movies. Bill sienkiewicz pronounced sinkevitch is an eisnerwinning, emmynominated artist best known for. The daily dead revolution is an exquisite book which comes close to capturing his essence on the page and apparently this is the first in a series of three books about sienkiewicz.
Stray toasters by bill sienkiewcz comic books art comic art book art the uncanny best artist american artists artist at work art reference fantasy art. Hes both mastered the visual storytelling of costumed heroics and hatched works of the most singularly. Bill sienkiewicz is known for revamping the comic industry from the 1980s onward. Hello, just a quick mail to let you know that tod 33 end page arrived safely today. Bill sienkiewicz cover and art gallery comic book critic. Ben davis, awardwinning senior writer for artnet news, considers sienkiewiczs process and places him within the context of art and popular culture. Featuring the eclectic work from one of the most prolific artists working today, the new art book bill sienkiewicz. I also features an interview in which the artist explains his influences and techniques and offers his view on the future of comic book art, and an essay by ben davis, awardwinning senior writer for artnet news, considering sienkiewiczs process and placing him within the context of art and popular culture. From his first illustrations of the demon bear badlands, sienkiewicz captured the unsettling energy and dark themes so vital to the. And seeing on facebook and short videos, i bet sienkiewicz would have had a lot to say for these great paintings. Nov 04, 2019 he is bill sienkiewicz, and hes up on the pedestals already.
Assassin and his acclaimed graphic novel stray toasters, earning him an international reputation and cult status across. Sienkiewicz often utilizes oil painting, collage, mimeograph and other forms generally uncommon in comic books. Boleslav felix robert bill sienkiewicz is an eisner awardwinning american artist best known for his comic book work, primarily for marvel comics the new mutants and elektra. See more ideas about comic books art, comic art and comic artist. The revolution trade edition is the first of a threevolume series of art books covering the 40year career of the legendary artist. Sienkiewiczs work tackles the wild, unruly forces of nature a perfect match for the world of the new mutants. Legion cocreator bill sienkiewicz on art, his new book. Comic strips, illustrations in fans galleries original comic art sales elektra, bill sienkiewicz see more. Bill sienkiewicz art is the official source for original artwork by bill sienkiewicz. Hes an artist that has done it all in the industry, from inking some of the alltime greats, to being one of the most evocative cover artists of all time, to pencilling a murderers row of comics, to writing a few himself. Sienkiewicz explains his influences and techniques and offers his view on the future of comic book art. This month sees the release of revolution, the first ever art book featuring the work of bill sienkiewicz. Most if not all art in this book is excellent and i have to disagree with those who criticize the art work as not being on a professional level.
See more ideas about comic art, comic books art and art. Legion cocreator bill sienkiewicz on art, his new book and. Bills work has served to revolutionize the comic book industry. I enjoy science fictionfantasy art and all three seasons of stranger things. To call him a comic book artist does not give him enough credit. Bill sienkiewicz pronounced sinkevitch is an eisnerwinning, emmynominated artist best known for revamping the style of comic and graphic novel illustration from 1980 onward, most notably with marvel comics elektra. The revolution trade edition is the first of a threevolume series of art books covering the 40year career of the legendary. Original batman artwork by bill sienkiewicz has been stolen. Bill sienkiewicz dune the official comic book paperback cover original art berkeley books, 1984. This demonstration was complete at the 2017 illustration academy by comic book artist, bill sienkiewicz. But he is a fine artist whose experimental techniques and unusual mixing of mediums deserve serious consideration by the larger art world, said charles kim, publisher of six foot press and former associate publisher of the museum of modern art in new york. Iconic artist bill sienkiewicz on the creative risks that.
Bill sienkiewicz demo at the illustration academy youtube. Assassin and his acclaimed graphic novel stray toasters, earning him an international reputation and cult status across media industries. Sienkiewicz began drawing when he was about four or five, and continued doing and learning about art throughout his childhood. The first book in a threevolume series of art books authorized by the legendary artist bill sienkiewicz, whose 40year career includes daredevil, legion, venom, and new mutants, the forthcoming blockbuster film from marvel20th century fox. I just wanted to push it even more, said sienkiewicz. The artist, whose groundbreaking art has been celebrated for 40 years, will have his work collected in three hardcover volumes, beginning with bill sienkiewicz. Bill sienkiewiczs new mutants is a wonderful collection showcasing an artist who pushed the boundaries of comic book art and hurt the page. The book is covered in luxurious 100% cloth fabric, with two embossed, tippedin images on the front and back cover. Nov 03, 2019 bills work has served to revolutionize the comic book industry. Art collectors by submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from. Moon knight by bill sienkiewicz bill is an artist artist. Revolution is the first time the artists work and career have been taken out of the limited context of comic books and evaluated as fine art.
View bill sienkiewiczs profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Nostalgic investments, po box 31, north marshfield, ma, 02059, u. Original comic art by bill sienkiewicz nostalgic investments. However, artist bill sienkiewicz helped change the perception of the book, the team, and even the comic medium itself when he joined claremont for the now famous demon bear saga. Much like frank miller, sienkiewiczs early artwork was influenced by neal adams, but eventually took on a style of its own his early moon knight issues, especially the cover to issue one, show how close his art style compared to adams. Mar 25, 2020 some fans, and even a few xmen characters, called them the xbabies. And there is a ton of images, which i have seen in bills facebook feed, that i would have loved to see here in quality presentation. Looking for any bill sienkiewicz sketches, remarks or any type of original art of elektra. Edited by sal abbinanti, sienkiewiczs representative and colleague for 12 years, bill sienkiewicz. Nov 01, 2019 legion cocreator bill sienkiewicz on art, his new book and why he doesnt diss superhero movies. His early comicbook influences include artist curt swan superman comics, and artist jack kirby s fantastic four.
All comics are signed and include a certificate of authenticity. Every original work is signed by the artist and includes a certificate of authenticity. I am very happy with my purchase of the visions from the upside down. Opinions expressed by forbes contributors are their own. This terrific creature is one of bill sienkiewiczs most iconic creations. Rendered in mixed media on board, the art has an image area of 9. And im not saying this with any kind of aggressive sense or destruction or inflicting pain on anything. The limited edition is a numbered edition of 1,000 copies, each signed by the artist. The books will be published in both standard trade edition and limited edition formats. Bill sienkiewicz original comic book art for sale at. And there is a ton of images, which i have seen in bill s facebook feed, that i would have loved to see here in quality presentation. 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.
Bill sienkiewicz gets stunning new art book from six foot. Bill sienkiewicz talks comics and his new art book revolution via the hollywood reporter read the full story. From his first illustrations of the demon bear badlands, sienkiewicz captured the unsettling energy and dark themes so vital to the series. Comic link the online vintage comic book and comic art. See the complete profile on linkedin and discover bills. Bill sienkiewicz is a great comic book artist and a great artist, period, davis said. I, the first of a planned threevolume series, represents the first time the artists work and career have been taken out of the context of comic books and evaluated as fine art. The unidentified thief reportedly tore open the package carrying the art, while it was being shipped to a client in france. From iconic covers to jawdropping interiors, bill sienkiewicz is a master of comic books.
Get the jump on new items at anthonys comic book art. Bill sienkiewicz revolution volume 1 buds art books. Much like frank miller, sienkiewiczs early artwork was influenced by neal adams, but eventually took on a style of its own. That is usually something, or often maybe even the best part, of many art books tha i love. He is bill sienkiewicz, and hes up on the pedestals already. Bill sienkiewicz dune the official comic book paperback. Bill sienkiewicz brings his highly unique and recognizable style to the cover of marvels comic adaptation of the david lynch film, dune. Hes both mastered the visual storytelling of costumed heroics and hatched works of the most. But my hope is that a book like this, filled with bills art all in one place, will show people who think they know what bill can do, exactly how much more he can do than any of them had ever dreamed. Jul 10, 2017 this demonstration was complete at the 2017 illustration academy by comic book artist, bill sienkiewicz. Bill sienkiewicz pronounced sinkevitch is an eisnerwinning. Some fans, and even a few xmen characters, called them the xbabies. Thanks once more for a smooth transaction, as always impeccable.