MODERN MASTERS SC (2025)

"This book, profusely illustrated with a deluxe sketchbook and gallery of rare and previously unpublished artwork, includes a tutorial by Davis on the artists that influenced him, as well as his views on graphic storytelling. Also included are interviews with long-time collaborators Paul Neary (who provides the Foreword) and Mark Farmer (who contributes the Afterword). "

"As a producer, director and designer of the Emmy Award-winning Batman: The Animated Series, as well as The Superman Adventures, Batman Beyond, and Justice League, Bruce Timm made an enormous impact in the field of animation, creating work that both kids and adults can equally enjoy. This volume spotlights the artist's career, discussing his influences, how his style evolved, and what it takes to succeed in both comics and animation."

"(W) Todd Dezago, Eric Nolen-Weathington (A) Arthur Adams Take a look at the life and work of Arthur Adams, whose unique style has earned him both the Russ Manning Award and the Eisner Award. From super-heroes such as the X-Men, to pop culture icons like Godzilla, the Creature from the Black Lagoon, and Gumby, Adams' painstaking attention to fine detail amazes his fans and peers alike."

"From the death of Phoenix to the rebirth of Superman, John Byrne is one of the most influential comic book artists working in the business. On the X-Men, he penciled the greatest stories in the history of the title and helped propel the X-Men to their current household-name status. His work as writer and artist of Fantastic Four returned the group to prominence within the Marvel Universe. And his reboot of the Superman mythology brought national attention to the comic book industry."

"(W/A) Various Two modern masters of the comics artform have their extensive careers profiled in the pages of TwoMorrows' Modern Masters retrospective series. Walt Simonson, the artist behind Thor, the Fantastic Four, New Gods, and dozens of other acclaimed series, looks back at a career that stretches back thirty-five years. Then, Frank Cho emerges from the comic strip world with Liberty Meadows and takes Marvel Comics by storm with The Amazing Spider-Man and The Mighty Avengers. Both artists offer lengthy interviews and unpublished artwork, demonstrating their mastery of the artform!"

An in-depth look into Vess' career and creative process, this 120-page book features a career-spanning interview with tons of art, including many rare and unpublished pieces, a large gallery, and an 8-page color section on the Eisner Award-winning Charles Vess!

"Simply put, Michael Golden is one of the most respected and influential artists working in the comic book industry today. From Bucky O'Hare and Dr. Strange to his groundbreaking work for The 'Nam, he has shown the ability to adapt his unique style to any genre, with amazing results. Penciler, inker, colorist, writer, Michael Golden is the 'complete' artist, and during his career has served as Art Director for Marvel Comics and Editor for DC Comics. Now, this first-ever look at the artist's life and career presents a cornucopia of rare and unseen art from Golden's files, as well as a career-spanning interview, and a deluxe color gallery of some of his finest work. "

"Frank Cho made his name with the daily comic strip Liberty Meadows, and he since went on to become one of Marvel Comics' most popular artists thanks to The Mighty Avengers and Spider-Man. This book provides a career retrospective, unpublished artwork, and unparalleled access to one of comics' most innovative and popular creators."

"The mid-'80s were the age of Independent Comics. And it was also the Age of the Dinosaurs, thanks to Mark Schultz and Xenozoic Tales! Evocative of the master illustrators of the early 1900s, but with a decidedly modern flair, Schultz's artwork took off in Xenozoic Tales, and later spawned the Cadillacs & Dinosaurs cartoon and toy line. This book takes an exhaustive look into Schultz's creative process."

"A few short years into his blossoming career, Mike Allred struck just the right chord when he introduced his hip, pop-inspired creation Madman! The series won the Harvey Award for 'Best New Series,' and from there Allred was well on his way, going on to create The Atomics and the critically acclaimed Red Rocket 7, as well as illustrate the fan-favorite X-Force/X-Statix series for Marvel Comics. This 120-page book features a profusely-illustrated career-encompassing interview with Allred, and a full color section spotlighting the exquisite coloring of Mike's wife and partner, the award-winning Laura Allred!"

"John Romita, Jr.'s gritty visuals and powerful tenacity for illustrating action have graced the pages of Amazing Spider-Man, Daredevil, Avengers, and most of Marvel Comics' top-tier books over the course of his career. This book presents a career-spanning interview and discussion of JRJR's creative process, complete with both rare and unseen art, including an enormous gallery of commissioned work by one of the Modern Masters of comics!"

"In the 1970s, horror comics were huge - and no one drew werewolves, swamp creatures, and demonic motorcyclists better than Mike Ploog! Ploog endeared himself to comics fans with his creepy yet beautiful artwork on such titles as Werewolf by Night, Ghost Rider, and Man-Thing. This book features a career-spanning interview and discussion of the artist's creative process, complete with both rare and unseen art, including an enormous gallery of commissioned work, and an 8-page color section."

"Kyle Baker may well be the funniest man in comics. But he does 'serious' too - and you can't get much more serious than Nat Turner. His work has appeared in such diverse publications as The New York Times, Esquire, Rolling Stone, and MAD. This book presents a career-spanning interview and discussion of his creative process, plus plenty of rare and unseen art, including an 8-page color section, and a gallery of commissioned work."

"(W) Eric Nolen-Weathington (A) Chris Sprouse The artwork of Chris Sprouse is hard to categorize. It is fresh, yet familiar... modern, yet classic. One category this Eisner Award-winning artist easily falls into is that of Modern Master! Join Todd Dezago and Eric Nolen-Weathington as they explore what makes Chris Sprouse such an influential force in the comic book industry. This book presents a career-spanning interview and discussion of his creative process, plus plenty of rare and unseen art, including a large gallery of commissioned work!"

"From his early days drawing Miracleman, to his work on Death and Fables, Mark Buckingham entertained and amazed with a style that is both charming and sophisticated. Eric Nolen-Weathington explores the world of this master storyteller and designer. This book features a career-spanning interview with the artist, a discussion of his creative process, and reams of rare and unseen art!"

"(W) Eric Nolen-Weathington (A) Darwyn Cooke Years in the magazine industry as an art director and graphic designer - not to mention his work as storyboard artist for the award-winning Batman: The Animated Series, Superman: The Animated Series, and Batman Beyond cartoons - imbued Darwyn Cooke's art with a unique sense of design and energy. This book features a career-spanning interview with the artist, a discussion of his creative process, and reams of rare and unseen art, including a large gallery of commissioned work."

"Underlying the eerie quality of Guy Davis' artwork is a remarkable sense of storytelling. From his breakthrough hit Baker Street to the pulp noir Sandman Mystery Theater to his current work on B.P.R.D., Davis and shown time and again that he is one of the best at mastering the macabre. Examine Davis' body of work through a career-spanning interview, a discussion of the creative process, and rare and unseen artwork."

"TwoMorrows Publishing profiles two of the most acclaimed artists of the past twenty years, Jeff Smith and Ron Garney. Smith is best known for his magnificent graphic novel series Bone, and Garney is one of the pioneers of the 'widescreen' style of comics art. These career-spanning profiles feature artwork, reminiscences, and exclusive interviews that will give readers insight into the creative process."

"(W) Eric Nolen-Weathington (A) Frazer Irving From his earliest work in Britain's 2000AD to his contributions with Wildstorm, Dark Horse, and Marvel Comics, and finally to his recent Batman work for DC Comics, Frazer Irving has been one of comics' top artists of the moody and the macabre. When not performing with his London-based band, this true Modern Master is hard at work redefining and challenging the boundaries of comic art with his innovative digital techniques and style. Irving's career is profiled through an exhaustive interview with the artist, where he outlines his creative process, and presents reams of rare and unseen art, including a gallery of commissioned pieces, and a full-color gallery of his work."

"Ron Garney knows how to tell a story on the comics page. He can draw cinematic blockbuster action with the best of them, as his iconic runs on Captain America, Wolverine, and Weapon X will attest. But he also excels at depicting the quiet moments. There is emotional nuance in his work, which elevates every story he illustrates. Join authors George Khoury and Eric Nolen-Weathington as they present the art and career of Ron Garney, Modern Master!"

"Eric Powell is a sick, sick man. Sick, but brilliant. How else would he have been able to come up with a concept like The Goon - a smarter-than-he-looks brute raised by carnies, who runs the city's underworld while protecting it from being overrun by zombies? Through a career-spanning interview and heaps of fantastic artwork, this book documents his amazing career and details his creative process, it even includes a gallery of commissioned pieces in full-color."

"Cliff Chiang's star has never shone brighter. His bold, graphic style has a classic feel with a modern sensibility, and it's no wonder he's become one of the industry's top illustrators. Now learn how Chiang went from promising assistant editor to in-demand freelance artist. This volume features a career-spanning interview, and loads of both iconic and rarely seen artwork from Cliff's personal files."

"Eisner and Harvey Award-winner Paolo Rivera grew up in his parents' art store, so it's no wonder his life's path is that of an artist. And not just your run-of-the-mill comic book artist, but a painter, penciler, inker, colorist, and sculptor - Paolo does it all! From the pulp magazine feel of Mythos to the cinematic adventure of Spider-Man and the sleek stylings of Daredevil, Paolo brings a fresh storytelling approach to each project he illustrates."