The Kirby Project

To Be Continued...

2009-07-19T09:58:00.006+01:00

The Kirby Project has a new home and a new name...

Hosted by The Jack Kirby Museum, all existing posts have been transferred and new posts will start from today. Please update you book-marks, feeds etc. and join us for more of the same at KIRBY-VISION.

Great Scott & Big Bad Barda

2009-07-14T08:48:00.007+01:00

Scott 'Mister Miracle' Free and Big Barda by American Artist

Bob Strang.

SuperKhalil

2009-07-13T08:45:00.000+01:00

Argentinian Artist Ignacio Yunis created this illustration as a gift to celebrate the birth of a friend's child.

Guns Don't Argue

2009-07-11T08:00:00.000+01:00

'Bullets for Big Al', taken from issue #1 of 'In the Days of the Mob'.

Art by Jack Kirby & Vince Colletta. Read the original version here.

Sersi, caught by the Deviants

2009-07-10T10:15:00.000+01:00

UK based professional illustrator Warwick Johnson Cadwell provides this portrait of Sersi, 4th generation Eternal.

Thing Fang Foom

2009-07-09T08:00:00.000+01:00

Convention sketches courtesy of New Zealand born/UK resident Roger Langridge. Harvey, Eisner, Ignatz and Reuben Award-nominated Roger is most associated with his webcomic creation, Fred the Clown. He is currently the Writer/Artist of 'The Muppet Show' for Boom Studios. You can find a host of Roger's comics and illustrations at his website and blog.

X-men

2009-07-08T11:05:00.001+01:00

Lively X-men sketches from the anti-sketchbook of Chicago based Artist Jeff Jarka. Jeff is the author of Love That Puppy!, a children's picture book about 'a boy who wanted to be a dog'. For more info be sure to visit Jeff's blog here.

Galactus

2009-07-07T08:00:00.000+01:00

Galactus, Devourer of Worlds. Dynamic marker illustration by Chris Stevens.

Annihilus

2009-07-06T09:00:00.000+01:00

Annihilus by Spanish Artist Ertito Montana.

Spongebob Superteam!

2009-07-02T08:00:00.002+01:00

Our 100th post is from Nashville based Illustrator and Designer Paul Conrad. This re-imaging of the cover to Fantastic Four #49, featuring the denizens of Bikini Bottom, will soon see print in a special Spongebob 10th anniversary edition of Nickelodeon Magazine. Paul, who has worked for Pixar, Disney, Big Idea and Scholastic, writes about the evolution of this piece at his blog 'Super Robot Monster'. The original cover, by Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott, can be found here.

The Thing

2009-07-01T08:15:00.001+01:00

Behold Benjamin Jacob Grimm from the pen of Scott Godlewski. Scott, who resides in Arizona, is the co-creator of the independently published 'Mysterious Adventure Magazine'. More of Scott's work can be found at his blog and DeviantArt.

Goodbye Jack!

2009-06-30T08:31:00.000+01:00

Galactus and herald by Barcelona based Artist Jorge Fornés. For more of Jorge's expressive style be sure to visit his blog and flickr page.

The Demon

2009-06-29T08:31:00.000+01:00

Jack Black as 'The Demon' by Tyler Crook.

Kings

2009-06-28T10:30:00.000+01:00

The 'Kings' of Pop and Rock'n'Roll in the style of the King of Comics. Playing card designs by Mexican Illustrator, Writer and Designer Uriel A. Durán. Uriel's comics work includes: 'Fatalysia' and 'Anomalía!' plus the web-comics 'Big Iron', 'Goats' and 'Nor Prodigies Nor Dreams'. For more of Uriel's work be sure to visit his website here.

Forever People

2009-06-27T08:10:00.001+01:00

Forever People - inked from original Kirby pencils by Michael Cho.

O.M.A.C.

2009-06-26T08:00:00.002+01:00

O.M.A.C. by Filipino comic book Writer, Artist and Publisher Gerry Alanguilan. Gerry is the creator of Wasted, Timawa, Humanis Rex! and Elmer. He has adapted and illustrated various short stories for Graphic Classics and inked numerous projects for Marvel, DC and Image. He has a online journal here and portfolio here.

Gerry is also the custodian of the Philippine Comics Art Museum Online. Dedicated to the artwork of Filipino comic Illustrators by the likes of Nestor Redondo, Alex Niño, Alfredo Alcala and many others, it is essential viewing for anyone interested in the history of comic art.

Ikarus

2009-06-25T08:19:00.003+01:00

Ikarus sketch by Robb Waters.

Superman

2009-06-24T08:18:00.004+01:00

Superman, inked and coloured from an original Kirby sketch,

by Scott Reed.

Ymir's Cup

2009-06-23T08:18:00.001+01:00

Asgard antics courtesy of Chris Chuckry.

Fantastic Four #69

2009-06-22T11:07:00.004+01:00

This re-creation of the cover to 'Fantastic Four' #69 is by Californian Writer/Artist Norris Burroughs. Norris is the author of the graphic novel 'Voodoo Macbeth', which details his Father's involvement with the black theater movement of the 1930's. A lifelong fan of Jack Kirby, Norris celebrates his art in a series of fine articles at his blog, Kirby Kinetics. Original cover art by Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott here.

A-Z of Awesomeness

2009-06-21T23:40:00.003+01:00

A couple of Kirby related entries from Neill Cameron's 'A-Z of Awesomeness', a daily project of imaginative alliterated illustrations. Hosted at Neill's blog, the 'A-Z' is driven by reader's suggestions via Facebook, Twitter and blog comments to elicit exuberant excitement everyday. Join in the fun here.

Mr Fantastic vs Doctor Doom

2009-06-21T09:00:00.002+01:00

New York Writer/Artist J.A.Fludd contributes this portrait of Reed and Victor dukeing it out. J.A. was a contributor to Gay Comics in the early 90's and currently sells his art online and by commission. A lifelong fan of Jack Kirby and The Fantastic Four, J.A. has written several articles about both at his Quantum Blog. More of J.A.'s artwork can be found at his art blog and Comicspace.

Astonishing Adventure

2009-06-20T11:46:00.000+01:00

The 'Kirby Crackle' returns in this piece from American Writer/Illustrator Mark Elton. Jack Kirby has been a major influence for Mark since he first picked up a comic book and became the subject of Mark's senior year art history thesis. Take a look at Mark's DevaintArt page for more comics work.

Darkseid

2009-06-19T14:35:00.001+01:00

Darkseid - collaged, inked and coloured from Jack Kirby pencils by Steven Brower. Steven is a Graphic Designer and Writer from New York. He is the author of 'Satchmo: The Wonderful World and Art of Louis Armstrong' and is currently working on a book about Mort Meskin for Fantagraphics. Steven's design work can be found at his website and blog.

hulkthing

2009-06-18T08:30:00.000+01:00

These lovely cuddlies were made by British designer Louise Evans AKA Felt Mistress, as birthday presents for Darryl Cunningham and Jonathan Edwards. Louise is a bespoke dressmaker by trade with a sideline in felt creations. For more of her delightful toys be sure to visit the Felt Mistress blog and Flickr page.

Thor Scooter sketch

2009-06-17T10:30:00.000+01:00

Groovy Thor sketch courtesy of Robb Waters.

Orion of New Genesis

2009-06-16T12:08:00.006+01:00

Orion of New Genesis - inked and coloured, from an original Kirby sketch, by Florida based Illustrator and Designer Scott Reed. Scott began his comics career inking various projects for Dark Horse, Malibu and Marvel, before moving on to provide artwork for 'G.I.M.P' and 'Redneck Red'. He is the Writer of Image Comics 'The Overman' and the Creator of the graphic novels, 'The Last Odyssey' and 'High Strangeness'. More of Scott's work can be found at his Website.

The Thing

2009-06-15T11:50:00.004+01:00

Spanish Artist/Writer/Graphic Designer Pepo Perez provides this graphic depiction of the ever-lovin' blue eyed Thing. Pepo's comics work includes 'Orígenes Jaque Mate: Sangre' and 'El Vecino' and he has also contributed illustrations and articles for the magazines 'Volumen' and 'Rock de Lux'. Pepo has written several articles about Jack Kirby at his blog, 'Es Muy de Cómic' (English translation required) and more of his art can be found at his website.

Nick Fury - Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D.

2009-06-09T11:02:00.003+01:00

Make Mine Marvel

2009-06-08T10:45:00.001+01:00

Colourful Kirby characters from the pen of Dan McDaid.

Forager the Bug

2009-06-08T10:35:00.008+01:00

A Fourth World Favourite from Michael Cho.

The Fantastic Four No.9 Project

2009-06-07T14:40:00.008+01:00

Independent Cartoonists Chester Brown, James Kochalka and Jeffrey

Brown are just some of the artists contributing to the recreation of a

classic Lee/Kirby FF issue at The Fantastic Four No.9 Project.

The artwork has been commissioned by Jason Young for his own

personal collection and it's fascinating to see these unique artists take

on the Kirby style. Many thanks to Eric Shonborn, whose artwork for

page 16 is featured above, for the details to this wonderful project.

Yellow & Pink

2009-06-06T08:00:00.000+01:00

Two more from Yorkshires finest Darryl Cunningham.

Captain America Inks

2009-06-05T13:00:00.002+01:00

Many thanks to Joe Jusko for submitting this piece, inked for a

charity auction at the San Jose Supercon. Joe's thirty year career

as a commercial artist is celebrated in the new book from Desperado Publishing, 'The Art of Joe Jusko'. Extensive galleries of Joe's

work are available to view at joejusko.com and DeviantArt.

Not So Tough

2009-06-04T08:00:00.004+01:00

Captain America by Eddie Valiant. Take a look at Eddie's

Flickr page for more of his idiosyncratic artwork.

The Hulk x 2

2009-06-03T08:00:00.001+01:00

Here are a couple of Hulk portraits by Andy Kuhn. Andy has drawn comics for Marvel, DC and Dark Horse. He is currently the artist/co-creator of Firebreather, published by Image comics. More of Andy's art can be found at his blog.

Silver Surfer

2009-06-02T08:05:00.007+01:00

This piece, by New Jersey Artist mrsensitive, is reminiscent of the collage work Kirby experimented with in Silver Age issues of Thor

and the Fantastic Four.

Kirby T-shirts 2

2009-06-01T08:13:00.001+01:00

With designs that differ to the post made on 6th May, Giorgio Cantù's

Kirby inspired T-shirts will soon be available to buy at the Tshirt Store.

Dr Zipe: The Driver

2009-06-01T08:10:00.004+01:00

Just one of a series of Kirby inspired ads by Giorgio Cantù, for Swedish Snowboard apparel brand Dr. Zipe. To view the rest of Giorgio's campaign work please visit his website.

Image © Dr. Zipe.

Steaming Mad

2009-05-31T08:05:00.000+01:00

Digital Painting by Boston based Artist Robb Waters. Robb is an award winning character designer in the gaming industry. His credits include Thief, Bioshock and the Jack Kirby influenced Freedom Force. More of Robb's art can be found at flickr.

Kirby Inked

2009-05-30T09:15:00.001+01:00

Michael Cho inks and colours in his own inimitable style over a page of Kirby pencils. For more info about this piece visit Michael's blog and take a look at the original pencils.

OMAC

2009-05-29T08:03:00.002+01:00

Thomas Perkins has spent the last ten years as Character Designer on a variety of animated projects that include: The Batman, Spectacular Spider-Man and Ben 10. As well as his work as a Freelance Props Artist, Thomas has recently provided artwork for the Komikwerks anthology 'Thrills & Chills'. More artwork can be found at DeviantArt and Thomas's portfolio blogs here & here.

Fantastic Four #66

2009-05-28T08:02:00.003+01:00

Fantastic Four #66 by Californian artist Tyler Crook. Tyler's career spans the video game and comic book industries. He is currently working on a project for Oni Press. Be sure to visit Tyler's website and blog for more lovely illustration. Original cover by Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott here.

Orange, White & Blue

2009-05-27T08:05:00.002+01:00

British Artist Darryl Cunningham is the creator of the web-comics, 'Super-Sam and John-of-the-Night' and 'The Streets of San Diablo'. A prolific Cartoonist, sculptor and photographer, Darryl's work can also be found at his blog and flickr page.

Superhero Team-Up!

2009-05-26T08:10:00.001+01:00

This imaginary cover is by Chicago Artist Darryl Young.

For more of Darry's work take a look at his website & blog.

The Thing

2009-05-25T08:10:00.001+01:00

Aunt Petunia's favorite nephew by American Artist Brian Lindahl.

Hulk vs Captain America

2009-05-24T08:10:00.001+01:00

Action packed art from American Artist Chris Stevens. Chris's art has appeared extensively in the RPG market and more recently in Image Comics' anthology 'Popgun'. For more of Chris' work be sure to visit his DeviantArt page.

Hulk Storm

2009-05-23T08:10:00.002+01:00

More paintings from the Silver Age by J R Williams.

Orion Fights for Earth!

2009-05-22T08:20:00.001+01:00

More from Michael Cho with this version of 'New Gods #1'. Check out Michael's original pencils here and original Kirby cover here.

OMAC

2009-05-22T08:15:00.006+01:00

Michael Cho unleashes his "inner Kirby" with this portrait of

OMAC: One Man Army Corps. Original pencils here.

Journey Into Mystery #112

2009-05-21T08:20:00.000+01:00

This re-creation of the cover to 'Journey into Mystery' #112 is by Brad Green, who resides in Ohio, U.S.A. For more of Brad's artwork be sure to visit his deviantART page. Original cover by Jack Kirby here .

Captain America #100

2009-05-20T08:05:00.001+01:00

Oil painting by Cleveland based Artist Charles Hall. Charles has a large selection of comic, TV and movie inspired paintings at his website and deviantART page. Original Jack Kirby cover here.

Super-Villain Rehab

2009-05-19T08:15:00.004+01:00

Aww, puppies! This is the first in a series of pictures entitled 'Super-Villian Rehab' by American Artist Panda Face, whose webcomic 'Bear & Tiger' can be found here.

Tinman

2009-05-18T08:15:00.003+01:00

Splendid use of the 'Kirby Crackle' on this t-shirt design by

Andrew Bargeron. Check out his website and flickr page

for more of his energetic artwork.

Original Silver Mode

2009-05-18T08:00:00.001+01:00

Mixtape cover by German Illustrator and Graphic Designer

Max Fielder.

Jack Kirby

2009-05-17T09:15:00.001+01:00

This lovely portrait of Jack Kirby is by Toronto based Illustrator/Cartoonist Micheal Cho. Micheal is a 'huuuge' Kirby fan and there will several posts of his artwork appearing here over the next few weeks. Meanwhile, you can sample more of Micheal's work at his Sketchbook blog and his webcomic Papercut.

Darkseid!

2009-05-17T09:00:00.004+01:00

Dan McDaid is perhaps best known for his work as an Artist/Writer in

Doctor Who Magazine. His story 'Hotel Historia' was the first time

that a single creator had written, drawn and coloured a comic strip in

the magazine's 30 year history.

Dan's current project is illustrating Jersey Gods for Image Comics.

You can find more of Dan's art at his website & blog.

Galactus

2009-05-16T08:20:00.002+01:00

British Artist Philip Bond came to prominence in the late 80's with his strip 'Wired World' in the U.K. anthology Deadline. He has worked extensively for DC's Vertigo imprint on such titles as: The Invisibles, Kill Your Boyfriend, Vertigo Pop: London and Vimanarama. His forthcoming project is for Wildstorm is entitled 'Red Herring'. More of Philip's art can be found at flickr and philipbond.net.

Devil Dinosaur

2009-05-16T08:00:00.003+01:00

This tender portrait of a boy and his dog comes courtesy of Nick Derington. Nick's credits as an Artist/Writer include Popgun, Project: Telstar, X-Statix, and Madman. He was also Lead Animator on Richard Linklater's 'A Scanner Darkly'. For more of Nick's work be sure to visit his website and flickr pages.

Dark Arts

2009-05-15T08:15:00.001+01:00

BobbyDash conjures up a wicked Dr. Doom portrait. More at DeviantArt.

Fantastic Gorillaz

2009-05-15T08:00:00.000+01:00

Kirby meets Hewlett in this crossover by ArtNerdEm. More fun to be had over at DeviantArt.

The Avengers #4

2009-05-14T08:00:00.003+01:00

Daniel Mead, from Wisconsin U.S.A, has styled this take on 'The Avengers' #4 cover with his creation - Wedgies. For more Kirby inspired Wedgies take a look at Daniel's DeviantArt page here. For the original cover by Jack Kirby view here.

Red Skull

2009-05-13T08:00:00.002+01:00

Chris Chuckry is a comic book colorist & commercial artist from Winnipeg, Canada. More of Chris's work at his blog - Frogrocket Illustration and also at DeviantArt.

Captain America

2009-05-12T08:00:00.002+01:00

Jeff Lonnett resides in Washington DC, where he paints, sculps and teaches. This 'Ultimates' version of Captian America can be seen alongside many other of Jeff's comic inspired paintings here & here.

Silver Age Tribute

2009-05-11T08:30:00.002+01:00

Many thanks to Bruno Orbit (just one of many pseudonym's) for his contributions to 'The Project' this past week. Here is a colourful tribute to Silver Age comics that is available as a print here.

Galactus

2009-05-11T08:00:00.003+01:00

An imposing view of Galactus by Nelson Dániel who hails from Santiago, Chile. You can find more of Nelson's artwork at his blog & on DeviantArt.

Fantastic Four #176

2009-05-10T08:00:00.003+01:00

Pasadena artist Malachi Ward's version of Fantastic Four #176. Original version here. For more of Malachi's artwork take a look at his blog and flickr page.

The Atomics Backcover

2009-05-09T08:30:00.003+01:00

Backcover illustration by Bruno Orbit for Mike Allred's Kirby-tastic 'The Atomics'. More of Bruno's lovely stuff here & here.

Captain America

2009-05-09T08:00:00.002+01:00

Fantastic digital art by Ohio based artist/musician Neil Smith. For more of Neil's Captain America re-design take a look at his DeviantArt page here.

Crystal Thing

2009-05-08T08:00:00.002+01:00

Two fabulous paintings by JR Williams, a painter, illustrator, animator & sculptor from Oregon, U.S.A. Take a look a his flickr page for lots more colourful comic inspired art, which are also available to buy here.

Donald & Simon

2009-05-07T08:30:00.001+01:00

Black & white 'Kirby Crackle' from Bruno Orbit's Donald & Simon comic. More here.

Galactus & Silver Surfer

2009-05-07T08:00:00.003+01:00

Edward Pun is an artist based in Washington, U.S.A. Take a look at his art blog here, website here and more over at DeviantArt.

Kirby Themed T-Shirts

2009-05-06T08:45:00.000+01:00

Kirby inspired T-shirt designs by Italian born Stockholm based illustrator/designer Giorgio Cantù. Flickr page here and website here.

Galactus

2009-05-06T08:30:00.005+01:00

Galactus by London artist F. K. Alam. You can find more of his comic & film inspired artwork here.

Kirby Mr. Men

2009-05-05T15:55:00.010+01:00

Steven Anderson is an illustrator/designer from Glasgow, Scotland.

You can find more of his super-hero themed Mr. Men parodies on flickr.

Pseudo Scientist!

2009-05-05T13:51:00.003+01:00

Kirby influenced artwork from Les Lunatics, a new project by German artist Bruno Orbit.

Fight Club - Rawhide Kid #21

2009-05-03T23:49:00.002+01:00

Thor Bead Sprite

2009-05-02T09:23:00.002+01:00

Welcome to the amazing bead art of Doctor Octoroc.

More of the good doctor's work can be found here & here.

Little Etrigan

2009-04-30T21:40:00.003+01:00

Just what every child needs at bedtime - a cuddly Demon.

More of Kittyzilla's creations at flickr and Handmade Stuffs blog.

The Thing

2009-04-29T20:22:00.003+01:00

The Thing by Brazilian artist Bruno Marcello.

Etrigan the Demon!

2009-04-28T20:32:00.002+01:00

Jesse Balmer is an illustrator from San Francisco, California, USA. More of Jesse's work at his website and flickr.

Hulk Smash!

2009-04-27T14:25:00.005+01:00

Mark Hammermeister is an illustrator and designer who resides in Michigan, USA. You can find more of his work at his website and Flickr.

The Thing

2009-04-27T14:24:00.003+01:00

The Thing by Mark Hammermeister.

Free desktop wallpaper available here.

Orion

2009-04-26T22:28:00.002+01:00

Capital America

2009-04-26T22:27:00.002+01:00

Franco Stagni hails from Argentina, more artwork available here.

Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #1116

2009-04-25T16:11:00.005+01:00

A Kirby inspired panel from Adam Koford's cartoon series

"Laugh-Out- Loud Cats". For more chuckles be sure to visit

the strip archive here, or why not treat yourself to some of

Adam's merchandise here.

Armin Zola

2009-04-25T16:10:00.003+01:00

For more Marvel characters by Adam Kofrod take a look at his

Flickr page here.

The Demon Etrigan

2009-04-25T16:09:00.002+01:00

Adam Koford is a prolific cartoonist from Utah, USA. For more of his comics and Kirby inspired work you can visit his Flickr page here.

Tiki Flyer Illo

2009-04-24T12:07:00.004+01:00

More from Travis Pitts with a Kirby inspired illustration. Excellent use of the "Kirby Crackle". You can find the finished flyer with text here.

Loose Surfer

2009-04-24T12:07:00.003+01:00

Another new contributor, welcome to Hans a UK/Belgium based artist with a dynamic comic inspired style. Check out his flickr page for more.

Cap'n Girly Hoodie

2009-04-24T12:06:00.004+01:00

Superhero fashion for girls.

Welcome to our first contributer Travis Pitts who is a freelance illustrator and sculptor from Savannah, Georgia, USA. Be sure to checkout his wonderful illustrations at his website and flickr page.

Coming Soon to a Theatre Near You

2009-04-21T22:19:00.004+01:00

Originally presented in Tales to Astonish #18

Young Love paperback

2009-04-19T20:39:00.005+01:00

"In Love With A Memory" appeared in Young Love #4.

You can read the original version here.

Fantastic Four 25 - Covered

2009-04-16T14:59:00.004+01:00

Original cover here

Inspired by this

2001: A Space Odyssey - Issue Seven

2009-04-13T11:53:00.004+01:00

All images were taken from the seventh issue of "2001: A Space Odyssey"

published by Marvel, June 1977.

Fight Club: Tales to Astonish 82

2009-04-10T20:45:00.004+01:00

Riffing on Fairey

2009-04-09T20:29:00.003+01:00

Fight Club: Tales of Suspence 85

2009-04-08T20:26:00.004+01:00

Paper Galactus

2009-04-05T23:58:00.004+01:00

Moon Boy Goes POP!

2009-04-04T10:42:00.003+01:00