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DescriptionIn 2024 been going 3 unpublished posts then 3 published posts and back so I’ll continue the pattern with this sublime Elektra Natchios by Jeff Dekal!Heroes Con was yet again another awesome time – seeing collector buds, talking with artists, getting art…one of the best shows out there for all of that. On Friday right before the hall closed, I checked out all the art going up for next night’s auction, and there were just a few I took pics of as targets and this was one. It’s like she was looking through me :) So I went for it. Went higher than I would have hoped, but I loved it, proceeds went to a worthy cause (Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s research in memory of Richard Thompson), was having a BLAST with buds, and…I may have had a little more oomph to bid due to some spiritual encouragement. And by spiritual here I mean spirits. I tend more towards the traditional comic book-y look with OA vs the more photo realistic one, but this was an easy exception. Gorgeous face, perfect expression. And stylistically, I love the contrast of the realistic lighter grey details of her face vs the blacker and more organic area surrounding. I wasn't in the market for a Dekal piece but this one literally just hit me right when I saw it. Happy it’s home. Thanks, Jeff, and Heroes! Social/Sharing |
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Kavi H 
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
Sultry & Sublime!!! hypnotizingly beautiful. Love Dekal's style, I'll need to scratch that itch eventually. Love this man!
Anthony T
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
This is nice! As you mentioned the light and dark contrast on this piece is very well executed. Congrats!
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
Personally I trend 50/50 on the traditional comic book-y look vs more realistic ones, so I go both ways. This one is absolutely spectacular, so I'm glad you landed yourself a bit of realism that you can live with!
Comic Art Channel
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
Fantastic realism with what seems like very few brush strokes. Dekal is pretty impressive!
Daryl R
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
Dekal's art is on another level as it crosses boundaries between different artistic styles and techniques, but it's almost always pretty awesome! Beautiful Elektra!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
Posted on 7/4/2024
Daryl R wrote:
Dekal's art is on another level as it crosses boundaries between different artistic styles and techniques, but it's almost always pretty awesome! Beautiful Elektra!
Good point, D. Since I've gotten it I've looked at more of Dekal's work here on CAF and he really does change things up stylistically and technically, as you note, depending on what he's doing. Dig that versatility for sure. Thanks, man, and all, for the comments!
E DLS
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
One could argue that this face is almost too "glam" for the character, but it's just so darn beautiful. Not sure who this was modeled after (I'm getting a Gal Gadot vibe) but if they were to cast this face for a new Elektra movie, I'd be standing in line for it.
Casey A
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
Dekal is immediately recognizable, and always gorgeous. Whatever spiritual assistance you had, they guided you well!
T Shen
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
Amazing piece and what a win - an absolute stunner in person! Sorry I missed you at the show!
André .
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
The spirit(s) were definitely with you that night! 😂
Steve N. Comic/Fantasy Art
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
Dekal, a true grassroots story of emerging stardom! Pure skill, baby.
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
2 - Posted on 7/3/2024
Awesome time away from daylight
We know art and covers, wait out for fun
Got an auction price in plain sight
Where proceeds are worthy, Jeff did this one
Every Jeff Dekal do all the great things, and I
Can own one of them
Eyes cold you spear me now, Elektra’s a different kind
He can do anything
We could be Heroes
We could meet Heroes, me and you
We could be Heroes
We could meet Heroes, me and you
We could bid
Ain’t nobody's got Elektra
They don't see it 'cause they aren’t artwork fans
Biddin' round by round for hours
You and me, we got artwork in our hands
KG, great Dekal do wash and grey inks, and I
Can bid one of them
I know you hear me now, we saw all the bids are bind
We can do anything
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
Such a beautiful portrayal of Elektra, and yes, the money definitely went to a great cause, so you can feel better about dipping into your pocket a bit deeper than you had planned. Sounds like you had a really great time at Heroes Con, which is always nice to hear.
Eranga Devasurendra
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
"Spiritual encouragement" indeed! It's a beautiful visual, man...so you made the right decision with or without the extra dose of liquid oomph :)
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
Posted on 7/4/2024
Eranga Devasurendra wrote:
"Spiritual encouragement" indeed! It's a beautiful visual, man...so you made the right decision with or without the extra dose of liquid oomph :)
I think so! I've pored over it lots since I got back :) She is indeed a beaut! Thanks, E, and as always, was awesome getting to hang at Heroes!
Josh F
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
I love Jeff's work and enjoyed meeting him at C2E2 this year. Got a great piece from him, an etching. But this is really wonderful, his style is so unique and this is a fine example of it. Entirely unique. Congrats!
Rob R
Member Since 2019
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 7/3/2024
I think I know who drank all my Blood Oath...
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 7/4/2024
Rob R wrote:
I think I know who drank all my Blood Oath...
Lol! Well, it woulnd't have been JUST me, Rob, but I did my part, I'd say :)
Appreciate your hospitality as always and was great to see you, brother. You da man!
Jeff Singh
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 7/4/2024
I saw this one at Heroes too and it was quite striking. Glad it ended up in a great collection.
Toni S
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 7/4/2024
That is an amazing PICTURE. I love how the artist has captured Elektra's magnetism... her expressions is as fierce as it has to be! A wild beauty. SUPERB.
Brian Lake
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 7/4/2024
Great image - great win - it's the ones you don't bid on that you regret not the great images when you win - congrats
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
Posted on 7/5/2024
Brian Lake wrote:
Great image - great win - it's the ones you don't bid on that you regret not the great images when you win - congrats
Great point, Bryan. When I look back over the years that's definitely been the case. Thanks for the add, man!
anim sketch
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 7/4/2024
Jeff has such a distinct appealing style, beautiful piece!
Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 7/5/2024
Has an amazing realism to it! Love it!
Matt Dicke
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 7/5/2024
Stunning. Those eyes make the whole piece. Congrats on such a beautiful painting.
Paul Brzegowy
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 7/5/2024
I saw this one get posted by Jeff on Instagram and thought it was stunning. Congrats on a great pick up.
Alex B
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 7/5/2024
Absolutely breathtaking ! Congrats for this stunningly beautiful piece, it's just perfect.
Eric B
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 7/7/2024
Jeff's work is incredible! And this piece is just another stunning example! Wow! Congrats.
John C
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 7/9/2024
I am glad you liked the end result. I didn't mind posing but by the end of it, the heels were killing my calves.
James Dornoff
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 7/9/2024
Some beautiful tonal work and white out design. Gorgeous face! Congrats!
M L
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 7/11/2024
Women with swords - that seems to be a VERY sweet spot for Jeff.
Gorgeous piece, congrats KG!
John Johnson
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 7/12/2024
Beautiful piece. Love the mixed techniques on it.
Would the face be considered illustrative or stencil art?
VZA Victor
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 7/29/2024
Jeff absolutely killed this. I'm going to add "bring friends to an auction" to my list of don'ts. lol I'm sure you guys had a great time but peer pressure can be a mofo. At least the consolation was a magnificent piece of art.
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
Posted on 7/30/2024
VZA Victor wrote:
Jeff absolutely killed this. I'm going to add "bring friends to an auction" to my list of don'ts. lol I'm sure you guys had a great time but peer pressure can be a mofo. At least the consolation was a magnificent piece of art.
Oh for sure, or mayhaps...they were trying to hold me back?! :) In any case, happy this made it home! Glad you like, man, and thanks for the add!
Jason Hussa
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 8/10/2024
Holy gadzooks! Your description is spot on: "sublime" is the first word that comes to mind when viewing this masterpiece. It feels infused with a wispy, dreamlike element that is as dangerous as a razor thin shard of poisoned plate glass. Make no mistake, this thing will shiv you in the heart, and all you can do about it is... sai? (Sorry) Congrats on picking up a phenomenal piece by Mr. Dekal, for a great cause, at a great event. Bullseye!
Bill J
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 10/1/2024
Ourstandng! I love this Elekta/Daredevil portrait by Jeff Dekal. I'm struck by the way her eyes bore into you. Just the sort of woman who might become Elektra. I can just imagine meeting her at a bar or someplace and her eyes taking you in, assessing you, I imagine it would feel pretty uncomfortable. Jeff's style is as striking as his subject. I love the shaded grey of her eyes contrasting with the rich blacks of her hair and bandana. I'm intrigued by the somewhat blurry parts of the art--on her bandanna, in her hair and on her cloak--they give the art a somewhat unfinished look. Overall, I'm very impressed by Jeff's work and I'd like to see more of it.
artless artmore
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 10/5/2024
Beautiful! Such great handling and so much variety in the brushstrokes and edges. Dekal went so soft and light with the eyes compared with all the bold blacks and hard edges everywhere in the image, but they still draw my attention immediately
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