Lois Lane #6 p.22 - Lois Mourns Her Dad
Artist: Mike Perkins (All)
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Lois Lane #6 p.22 - Color
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DescriptionA lot of you are aware of my love of Tom Grummett's artwork, but some may not be aware that Mike Perkins is my favourite comic book artist from the last 25 years or so. As his art rep however, I purposely temper myself from publicly "banging the drum hard" about how much I love his work, because I know that to many people, it would come off as insincere and as an effort from me to promote his art sales. Nothing could be further from the truth though, as I became a fan and began buying art from him when almost nobody knew who he was, and only later asked to represent him because I saw the potential in him to become great and wanted to help play a role, no matter how small, in showing that to other comic art collectors.But my earliest exposure to any sort of illustration that I took notice of was when I'd go get my hair cut at the barber shop in the mid to late 70's and I'd pick up the 15 to 20 year old magazines to flip through while I waited for my turn. That was when I first noticed how the magazine illustrations attached to stories or drawn for advertising purposes really caught my eye. I loved the paintings, but I was especially drawn to the illustrations done in black and white, especially any illustration that appeared to be done with a brush, as it looked realistic, but gave me the sense that it was simple to do and made me want to try it myself. So that's why, when I became a comic book fan, Neal Adams was the artist whose work became my favourite, as his realism reminded me of the magazine illustration from the 50's and 60's that I was already familiar with and loved. This is why I also immediately fell for Sienkiewicz's work and in the past quarter century have really appreciated the work of the small group of artists who still illustrate comics in this strong, chiaroscuro driven style, such as Butch Guice, Michael Lark, Steve Epting, Sean Phillips and yes, Mike Perkins, my favourite of them all. I just absolutely adore comic books drawn in this realistic, shadow heavy style which harkens back to the mid 20th century illustrators. This is the final page of the story, which focused on the death of General Sam Lane, Lois Lane's father. The entire issue had a fantastic, somber tone to it, and focused on how even her own father's death couldn't seem to crack Lois' tough, steely exterior. That is, until she attended the wake in his honour and just when you thought she'd allow her stubbornness to keep her from showing any emotion, you turned the page to reveal this final moment in the story, where the bottled up emotions become too much to contain and she finally breaks down and finds the emotional release she so desperately needed. The page design and storytelling are crystal clear and no word balloons are needed here. In fact, they would only mar the page in this instance. The way in which Perkins captures the stoic look on Lois' face and body language in the first two panels, then leads you into the third panel where we first see tears welling up in Lois' eyes, is truly brilliant. I love the manner in which the 3rd panel then leads us diagonally down to the 4th, where Lois' tears begin to flow, then leads us diagonally down to the right, all culminating in the final release of emotion in that 5th and final panel as she finally lets go and allows Clark to console her. Pages like this one can also be far more appreciated by anyone who's lost a parent or any close family member. To me, even in its quietness, this page speaks volumes. I know covers and splashes are cool and exciting, but it's pages like this one which are my absolute favourites, because they contain so many more layers of depth beyond the surface, past the "cool!" factor, tell a story and actually make me feel something. Social/Sharing |
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F M 
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 5/4/2021
Because it's good to show (our) emotions (on the page-or not).
A great quiet moment.
Burke Daddy
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 5/4/2021
This is such an under appreciated series. Perkins is one of the best, and this is a solid example why. All the emotion and flow of the page is masterful.
Kavi H
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 5/4/2021
Great page, Ruben!!! Beautiful artwork. Really underrated read too, I read that maxi series as it was coming out and really enjoyed it
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 5/4/2021
The sullen look and the darkened baggy eyes elicit an emotional response from those who've had this type of experience in their lives.
Brandon Coffey
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 5/4/2021
Nice page Ruben! I too read this series as it was coming out, and distinctly remember thinking "man, I really need to own some Perkins artwork, it's amazing!"
Steve Lipsky
Member Since 2008
2 - Posted on 5/4/2021
This page shows the brilliance of Mike's storytelling as well as his skill in depicting subtle emotions. To build on your description, Ruben, even in panel 3, when the tears are welling up in her eyes, she is still turned away from Clark and, only in the last panel, does she allow herself to be weak in front of him, letting him be the strong one as she mourns her father. Wonderful page, congrats, sir!
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 5/4/2021
Steve Lipsky wrote:
This page shows the brilliance of Mike's storytelling as well as his skill in depicting subtle emotions. To build on your description, Ruben, even in panel 3, when the tears are welling up in her eyes, she is still turned away from Clark and, only in the last panel, does she allow herself to be weak in front of him, letting him be the strong one as she mourns her father. Wonderful page, congrats, sir!
Steve, that's a wonderful build on what I had already written. I actually had more to say about the page itself, but as my comment had already reached the length of an essay (as often happens with me 😀), I figured I'd leave it as is. But I LOVE that I did, because it allows other collectors who see in the art the same things that move me about a given piece, to speak up and share that from their own perspective, which is one of the best things about the CAF comments section, so thank you!
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 5/4/2021
I can totally see why you would want to make sure to nab this particular page. It's so beautifully drawn, and wow, the emotion ... Mike Perkins just gets better and better with his realism and his command of facial expressions. I also love how you often go back many years to explain why a particular piece or artist especially strikes your fancy. I'm waiting for the CAF post when you say, "I remember when i first came out of the womb and there was this poster on the hospital room wall ..." Haha! But seriously, thank you for sharing this one.
Nathan Hanley
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 5/4/2021
This is a gorgeous page. Mike's work is just top notch.
Chris Snorek
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 5/4/2021
That third panel is a heartbreaker. Stellar work by Perkins.
Rick W
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 5/4/2021
Strikingly well-drawn page! Impressive accuracy on the perspectives. Almost has a cinematic feel to it.
Jeff Singh
Member Since 2004
2 - Posted on 5/5/2021
Nice storytelling page. It works as a good break up story if you look at the panels in reverse!
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 5/5/2021
Jeff Singh wrote:
Nice storytelling page. It works as a good break up story if you look at the panels in reverse!
Hah ha ha! Leave it to you to be examining the storytelling of a page in reverse panel order! But the crazy thing is, you're RIGHT!
Clark drops the bombshell out of the blue, sending Lois into disbelief. "I want you to know, Lois, it's not you, it's me." As her tears begin to flow, she takes a seat and looks over her shoulder at Clark one final time, knowing this is real and it's forever. Now surprisingly composed, she turns away from Clark, at this point knowing that she's actually going to be okay without him, as Clark takes one final glance at Lois before turning to walk away from her for the final time.... 😩
Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013
2 - Posted on 5/5/2021
I am also a sucker for good brush work. Love the layouts and the expressions. Looks like he used photo reference? as the figures are super realistic looking. Feels a lot like John Paul Leon art, except that the art here is less blocky and more organic. The last panel especially has a great vintage feel to it -especially Clark and reminds me a bit of Alex Raymond or other vintage strip art. Comparing the art to the colored page - really makes you want to shake DC and tell them to publish this work in black and white as it is so strong and the colors only detract from it. Great pick up!
John C
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 5/5/2021
Don't feel bad Lois, you will see him again. Of course you will be pinned underneath a car.
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
2 - Posted on 5/5/2021
John C wrote:
Don't feel bad Lois, you will see him again. Of course you will be pinned underneath a car.
She has been trying for 80 years. Superman is preventing the reunion every time.
J H
Member Since 2019
2 - Posted on 5/5/2021
I especially like this, because it's such perfectly captured poignant moment. Perkins really went for stark reality, and nailed it. The sympathetic hand on the shoulder finally breaking that emotional dam is such a nice choice, and fits perfectly with her character. And, how cool must it be to rep your favorite artist! Rubén, you must be on cloud 9 with that. :) Thanks for sharing the great art, and the great story. Big congrats!
Jason Hussa
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 5/5/2021
My jaw dropped when I saw the first panel of this beauty, Ruben - it was just so well DRAWN, by a very complete artist - so many elements and they were all "right". The gorgeous tonal work and shadows were implemented to convey mood and intense emotion, not to "cover up" any type of artistic shortcoming. It's the type of page you can just crawl inside of and look around in - so well-realized in that "illustration" style you wrote so eloquently about.
I absolutely loved this series and agree with Duke Fleed - a black and white treatment of the art in this book would be very welcomed by me as well! Congrats on such a wonderful example of the all-around artistry of this artist (and this great mini-series)!
Neon Dragon
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 5/5/2021
No one can ever accuse Perkins of going light on the ink. His bold style is unmistakable and I love it! His art style makes for very mature, realistic imagery. Great page, Ruben!
Vik V
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 5/5/2021
Mike is a very nice and gentle guy. Hope to see him again in Contern. His art is great and precisely, even as an English guy. 😉 I think I need at least one piece of original art by Mike.
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 5/6/2021
Super emotive, and you don't need to know anything about the story or have any of the dialogue displayed to get that loud and clear. The sign of a skilled cartoonist. Love the tones, too. Congrats!
David Askani’Son
Member Since 2012
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 5/6/2021
So much realism and talent! I can feel the emotion from this piece! Congrats on this piece Ruben.
Jonathan H
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 5/7/2021
Mike is incredible. Great page from a great series.
Bill J
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 5/10/2021
Beautiful page. It's so rare to see a comic page where characters have real emotions. Mike Perkins does a marvelous job here of showing the impact of a death on a character. It's done with suitable restraint and, because of that, packs a wallop.
Johnny M
Member Since 2014
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 1/8/2022
The emotion and blacks on this page is incredible!! Great pickup.
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