Showcase 72 Top Gun Commission by Russ Heath

Artist: Russ Heath (All)

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Showcase 72 Top Gun Commission by Russ Heath Comic Art

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Title:	Showcase 72 Top Gun Commission by Russ Heath
Artist:	Russ Heath (All)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Interior Page
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	1,981
Likes on CAF:	4 5
Comments:	3
Added to Site:	8/25/2018
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The news of Russ Heath's passing prompted me to post a commission I have failed to put up previously.

Russ did an incredible job on this Silver Age cover that introduced many of us Baby Boomers to the adventures of Johnny Thunder which speaking for myself I missed by a year or two.

When Russ did this recreation as was his case he wanted to improve on his original composition so he made it a bit more realistic/ violent to showcase the actuality of a gunfight.

I had the opportunity to commission Russ and also meet him a couple of times. I don't think anyone would be surprised to learn he seriously flirted with my adorable wife.

RIP Russ, you gave us wonderful memories throughout the years with your incredible work throughout the years ranging from your back cover toy ads to the many treads of the Haunted Tank to the meadows, valleys and hills that Easy Company patroled.

08-25-18

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	michael dunne
Joined:	January 2004
Last Login:	September 2025
Country:	UNITED STATES
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Michael One Minute Later
Member Since 2005

Posted on 8/25/2018

Russ may have taken the last train out but his work remains and this is a beauty

Aidan (Re-Legion ) Lacy
Member Since 2005

Posted on 8/25/2018

Another great artist rides into the sunset

Ben Samuels
Member Since 2006

Posted on 8/29/2018

A great piece from a great artist and a great man.

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