Michael turner, a popular comicbook artist who came to fame in the mid1990s and was best known for creating two sexy female lead characters, witchblade and. Ramel, nice with a stunning, sweeping view of the montecarlo seaside in the background, turner presents one of his better grand prix designs. Td art gallery original comic art by michael turner. Were also searching on the following alternative names and common misspellings to come up with the results on this page. Experience the final fathom story of legendary creator michael turner s brilliant career in this thrilling new format. Michael layne turner april 21, 1971 june 27, 2008 was an american comics artist known for his work on witchblade, fathom, supermanbatman, soulfire, and various covers for dc comics and marvel comics. See more ideas about michael turner, comic books art and comic art. Michael turner comic artist the most popular comic art. Photo courtesy of aspen mlt michael turner was an american comic book artist known for. For dc, he penciled the power of the atom limited series in 1988. He was also the president of the entertainment company aspen mlt. The art of michael turner at long beach comic con may 12 2012 duration. The last crusade superstar colorist peter steigerwald, limited to 3,000 copies, with a special blackandwhite sketch cover edition limited to 1,500 copies.
Tribute to michael turner sc 2008 aspen comic books. He is the first african american to portray a major comic book superhero in a major motion picture, having starred as al simmons, the protagonist in the 1997 film spawn. Turner is perhaps the bestloved english romantic artist. The magical world of creator michael turners soulfire universe comes to life with this all new black and white penciled edition collecting soulfire beginnings, the zero issue and issue one volume. Michael turner art, other artists and everything comic related, houston, texas. Brit comics art original comic art by michael turner. Michael turner, a leading comic book artist who was known for the highly stylized covers he created for major titles and for drawing shapely female characters with curves as commanding as their. His works include water colours, oils and engravings.
Comicbook artist michael turner has died at the age of 37 in a santa monica, calif. Comic book artist michael turner passed away this past friday, june 27, in santa monica, ca, after a long battle with chondrosarcoma. August 9 in brooklyn, new york is an american comic book artist and illustrator in the film and video game industry turner began his professional career in the late 1980s while still in college at the school of visual arts he got his start at marvel comics on such titles as avengers spotlight and transformers. Home new images advanced search home new images advanced search michael turner.
His earliest works form part of the 18thcentury topographical tradition. Soulfire sat unfinished as everyone mourned turners passing. Comic book artist michael turner has died at the age of 37 in a santa monica, calif. Ten years later it mysteriously returned, heavy one passenger. Apr 04, 2016 michael turner was one of the most talented artists of his generation and it has been almost 8 years since he left us. Comics artist michael turner dead at 37 writers write. Top comic book artist michael turner has died after a long battle with cancer. Michael turner, comic book creator, is dead at 37 the new york. The incredible artwork of michael turner in its purest form. He became known as the painter of light, because of his increasing interest in brilliant colours as the main constituent in his landscapes and seascapes. Featuring the final fathom story illustrated by turner as.
Turner from an early age drew airplanes before turning his attention to cars primarily of the racing variety. Did you scroll all this way to get facts about comic book art. See more ideas about michael turner, comic art and comic book artists. Michael turner, a popular comic book artist who came to fame in the mid1990s and was best known for creating two sexy female lead characters, witchblade and fathom, died on june 27 in santa. Michael turner tomb raider tour book art comic art. Soulfire volume 1 definitive edition michael turner soulfire. While still in school his parents gave him a couple of drawing books by frank wootton, including how to draw cars and by 1955 he was contributing artwork to the motor. Recently numerous exclusive variants featuring his coverart sold out within hours. Michael turner stainless steel sculptor and artist. A valet in the household, peter quint, has recently died, and the previous governess, a miss jessel, left the job and died soon after quint. Aspen is thrilled to bring you the most complete collection of michael turners firstever aspen series, soulfire, with this amazing definitive edition tradepaperback. Still one of todays most popular independent comic book titles, this longawaited volume 1 collection.
While many artists illustrate comic book women in a more stereotypical pinup. Michael turner, a comic book artist who drew covers for major titles such as supermanbatman, the flash and. Nearly a decade after his death, his groundbreaking artwork is still in high demand. His passion for sculpture is shown through his extraordinarily detailed and unique artwork. The young up and coming comic book artists work had graced the covers of dc comics supermanbatman and the flash. We will use the information you provide on this form to be in touch with you and to provide updates and marketing via email. Learn about the artist and find an indepth biography, exhibitions, original artworks, the latest news, and sold auction prices. Ramel, nice with a sweeping view of the montecarlo seaside in the background, turner presents one of his better grand prix designs. Michael creates unique handcrafted garden sculptures which are sold worldwide. You can change your mind at any time by clicking the unsubscribe link in the footer of any email you receive from us, or by contacting us. Turner departed top cow in late 2002 to found his own comic book publishing company, aspen mlt inc. Capturing turners original line work showcasing only his breathtaking pencils, this special artist edition oversized issue is a musthave for any art fan. Michael turner set the world ablaze when his soulfire series made its debut in the spring of 2003. Turner was born near covent garden in london and entered the royal academy schools in 1789.
Michael turner comic art community gallery of comic art. Population statistics grade universal signature series restored qualified. Jul 05, 2008 michael turner, a leading comic book artist who was known for the highly stylized covers he created for major titles and for drawing shapely female characters with curves as commanding as their. He went on to work in advertising before becoming a freelance artist in 1957. This was the first year in which threelitre engines were used, as well as the debut season for the mclaren team. May 31, 2016 preorders for this special variant will begin on aspenstore on june 1st, featuring a cover by late aspen founder and legendary artist, michael turner with colors by the dark knight returns. Join aspen comics and a host of the industrys finest comic book writers, artists and creators as they pay special tribute to acclaimed artist, creator, colleague, friend, and aspen comics president and founder, michael turner.
Michael turner art edition aspen extended ed discount. Turner spent a year at art college before embarking on national service with the royal electrical and mechanical engineers. May 08, 2012 each page had notes to explain what was going on, because turner was an artist and dialogue boxes distract from his characters glaring stares and dynamic poses. Michael turner, a leading comicbook artist who was known for the highly stylized covers he created for major titles and for drawing shapely. Stainless steel garden sculptor and artist michael turner has come a long way since graduating in design in 1997. Michael turner, a popular comicbook artist who came to fame in the mid1990s and was best known for creating two sexy female lead. A tribute to michael turner, the modern day comic book art master who tragically died too young of a terrible disease. August 9 in brooklyn, new york is an american comic book artist and illustrator in the film and video game industry turner began his professional career in the late 1980s while still in college at the school of visual arts. A flip through the issue that sent michael turner into stardom. Buy the motorsport art of michael turner 2nd revised edition by turner, michael, turner, michael isbn. A new governess comes to teach miles and flora, and the presence of a mystery becomes evident.
His passing in 2008 after an eight year battle with bone cancer was a major blow, not just to his family and friends, but his fans and the comic book industry as a whole as well. Born in harrow, middlesex, in 1934 he got his start at the age of 14. The comic book greats with rob liefeld part 2 duration. Michael turner was one of the industrys premier artists, and for good reason toohe was one of the very best. Wizard michael turner millennium edition limited deluxe hardcover wizard. April 21, 1971 june 27, 2008 today marks the 8th anniversary of the passing of the late legendary superstar comic book artist michael turner. Mystique by michael turner print peter steigerwald michael turner penciller please inquire.
Michael turner, comic book creator, is dead at 37 the new. Michael turner was born in harrow, middlesex, in 1934 raised in the suburbs of london during the second world war, he was inspired by the exploits of the r. Jul 03, 2008 michael turner was a whiz with his pen. Witchblade michael turner was one of the best comic book artists ever. Michael was in high demand for his outstanding work. Michael turner was an artist and writer best known for his work on witchblade, fathom and supergirl. That extra passenger was a young girl named aspen matthews.
Following a visit to the isle of man in 1947, when he saw the british empire trophy race, a similar passion for motor racing emerged. Preorders for this special variant will begin on aspenstore on june 1st, featuring a cover by late aspen founder and legendary artist, michael turner with colors by the dark knight returns. His art, though, lives on and is still well beloved by everyone out there. Michael turner art, other artists and everything comic related. He also cocreated the popular series witchblade which put top cow productions on the map. Jul 01, 2005 michael turner was one of the industrys premier artists, and for good reason toohe was one of the very best. Jul 06, 2008 michael turner, a popular comic book artist who came to fame in the mid1990s and was best known for creating two sexy female lead characters, witchblade and fathom, died on june 27 in santa.
Michael turner, comic book creator, is dead at 37 the. This is a michael turner fan page which features his art as well as other artists throughout the comics. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Over two decades ago, the ocean liner paradise disappeared on the open sea. Michael turner comic artist the most popular comic art by. Rated 5 out of 5 by haywire42 from well worth the money.
Soulfire volume 1 definitive edition michael turner. Experience the final fathom story of legendary creator michael turners brilliant career in this thrilling new format. The young up and coming comic book artist s work had graced the covers of dc comics supermanbatman and the flash. Michael turner, a leading comicbook artist who was known for the highly stylized covers he created for major titles and for drawing shapely female. Michael layne turner april 21, 1971 june 27, 2008 was an american comics artist known. Capturing turner s original line work showcasing only his breathtaking pencils, this special artist edition oversized issue is a musthave for any art fan. Though seemingly wellbehaved, miles has been expelled from school for being a corrupting influence. Michael turner art edition aspen extended ed discount comic.
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