When I was young John Romita Jr. (or JRJr) was one of my favorite artists. Sure I loved Carl Barks, Sergio Aragones, and John Byrne, but JRJr was different. He had a style that had a lot of lines in it, there was a lot of detail to his work. For me it was new,... Continue Reading →
Awesome Covers: All-Star Squadron #60
I have been a fan of the All-Star Squadron for almost as long as I have liked comics. The Justice Society and the All-Star Squadron characters are some of the greatest ever created. This cover features some of my favorites, Dr. Midnight, Starman, Hawkman, and Wonder Woman all drawn by the amazing Jerry Ordway. The... Continue Reading →
Groo in the Marvel Age
I’ve mentioned before on this blog that I am working on putting together a collection of Groo comics. That collection includes more than just issues of Groo the Wanderer though, I also buy comics and magazines with Groo on the cover. Sergio Aragones is a master of one-page gags and Groo is a perfect character... Continue Reading →
Awesome Covers
Creatures on the Loose #26 I was born the same year this comic came out but if I was of comic reading age when it was released there would be no way I could resist buying this from the newsstand. The cover is amazing. Please allow me to elaborate. First up is the corner box... Continue Reading →