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Another gift from Jon M

Artist: Dave Stevens (All)

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Title:	Another gift from Jon M
Artist:	Dave Stevens (All)
Media Type:	Photograph
Art Type:	Other
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	1,504
Likes on CAF:	1 2
Comments:	8
Added to Site:	10/16/2010
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A belated birthday gift from my bud and bro Jonathan Mueller. Heard the buzz about these books before San Diego this past summer and wanted to see what all the fuss was about, but at a hundred bucks a pop, I figured I’d just wait to see if any of my friends picked one up and would unseal it at the show. Never did get to look at one there, but now I guess I don’t have to worry about it because I have one of my very own. And let me tell you folks, this is one GORGEOUS volume of masterful artistry. I couldn’t think of a more perfect presentation format for this particular body of work. I’ve read the Rocketeer saga in every incarnation that it’s been reproduced, but I’ve never enjoyed it as much as I did with this massive showcase!

This full size format also renewed (and exponentially increased) my jealousy of the amazing pages in the private ownership of fellow CAF members Chris Caira, Ray Cuthbert, and Lance Suarez. I’ve drooled over these pieces in their respective galleries, but seeing them in their original size was almost more than I could stand. I’m still hoping for my own Stevens example some day. It took me over 15 years to get my Barry Smith cover and over 20 years to get my Michael Golden cover, so hopefully it’s just a matter of time for me to realize my Stevens dream. Well, time and MONEY of course! LOL!

It just breaks my heart when I think how sad it is that Dave never got to see this done. And I’m equally saddened by the fact that I will never have the opportunity to get my copy signed and to shake his hand and gush about the breathtakingly beautiful artwork he produced. Hopefully he’s up there smiling, because it certainly puts a smile on MY face whenever I flip through this amazing legacy he’s left us!

So THANKS Jon, and THANKS Dave! This is a gift I will enjoy and treasure always!

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Michael Bair
Member Since 2005

Posted on 10/16/2010

It is indeed a Beautiful volume. Dave Stevens created a masterpiece that will last the ages.

Andrew Van Embden
Member Since 2006

Posted on 10/16/2010

Hi Eric, I saw this book, shrink-wrapped, in my local bookshop, but thought I had better not ask them to open it. Now thanks to you and Jonathan, I am going to grab myself a copy as soon as I can. And thank you to Dave Stevens for creating such a fantastic character, I have the Sideshow Premium Format Statue proudly displayed in my living room.

E DLS
Member Since 2005

Posted on 10/16/2010

By all means go and grab yourself a copy. I promise you won't be sorry. If anything, you might be sorry you didn't pick one up sooner! Truly a visual treat.

Ray Cuthbert
Member Since 2003

Posted on 10/17/2010

My original page is framed up in my comic library room. My page also has a nice dedication from Dave which was removed editorially from the book, in order to keep the flow of the narrative abut the story and NOT about those of us fortunate enough to have obtained pages from Dave.

- Artemaria
Member Since 2007

Posted on 10/21/2010

I nearly fell out of my chair thinking that you had purchased the original art to this cover. The actual story is equally heartwarming and a testament to your friendship (and leaves me wanting to know how I can become Jonathan M's friend too). Congratulations and great story my friend!

E DLS
Member Since 2005

Posted on 10/21/2010

Ha! If I had gotten the original art instead of the book, I'd probably be lying in a hospital bed somewhere recovering from my stroke! LOL! And yes, I definitely count myself among the fortunate to be friends with Jonathan (as well as yourself good sir)!

Jonathan Mueller
Member Since 2005

Posted on 10/28/2010

I was happy indeed that you loved your B-day gift as much as you did Eric! Maybe someday you'll be fortunate enough to add an actual original page from this book to your collection; but until then, you have the next best thing! ~:)

Ben Bressel
Member Since 2003

Posted on 11/23/2010

nothing like good friends and great art!

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