Adam Hughes--Catwoman #61 Cover (2007)
Artist: Adam Hughes (All)
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DescriptionHere's a totally badass Catwoman cover by Adam Hughes. I love this dynamic image of Selina Kyle on a sleek motorcycle blasting her way through the streets of Gotham City. This is the Selina Kyle readers have come to love—Fierce, determined and independent. Adam Hughes has always understood this side of Catwoman. Which is why his run of covers on Catwoman was one of the best depictions of femme noir ever. When I look over his covers, from Catwoman #44 in August 2005 to Catwoman #82 in October 2008, I have a hard time choosing my favorite. But this cover would certainly be one of the top contenders. Hughes really shows his artistic chops here. Check out the tightly detailed motorcycle. Using thick blacks, lush grays, and elaborate crosshatching, he gives the bike real dimension and heft. But Hughes never forgets to keep the focus on Selina. The expression on her face gives away her sheer joy at riding as well as her ferocity. Throughout his run of covers, Hughes imbued Catwoman with a real personality and made her much more than just a cat burglar or Batman’s love interest. He recognized that she was her own person--a bright, ambitious, daring young woman. Hughes has said he modeled the look of the character after Audrey Hepburn but I think for this cover he added a little Steve McQueen.Social/Sharing |
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Davide G.
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Here's an AH! quite different from his usual... But equally gorgeous!
Paul P Spiderversity 
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Your vintage art is amazing, but I love it when you toss a modern day gem into your posts. Plus, I'm a sucker for "heroes on motorcycles" images. This is just beautiful, congrats!
James S
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
I was hoping you would sneak in another banger before the end of the year!
Jason G
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Gorgeous crosshatching! Amazing Hughes example, the motorcycle looks almost like a photo. Nice one!
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
That crosshatching on the bike is awesome to define the shape of molded translucent fiberglass without any right angles in it at all.
Chris K.
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Love this one, Bill - really nice way to end the year!
Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Stylish as only Adam can do! Huge congrats!
Steve N. Comic/Fantasy Art
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Catwoman and visceral feral carnal delight, the way only AH can!
M L
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Congrats Bill! It's wonderful to see Adam experimenting and results here are spot on! A fantastic example!
John C
Member Since 2014
2 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Looks like someone just received a 50 percent off coupon on catnip at Petsmart.
Andy Wurst
Member Since 2004
2 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Oh wow, she is not wearing a helmet ! But it sure is a cool cover.
E DLS
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
The combination of techniques, especially as used to separate the subject from the background, is terrific. All that cross hatch would be really fun to examine in person. No one does a year end party popper like you buddy.
Troy C. Punswick
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Being a Harley owner myself I love seeing heroes and villains on motorcycles. I agree with the other posters that the crosshatching is quite excellent. Congrats on an awesome pick up!!!
Eric B
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Very cool Bill. And I agree, badass is an apt word to describ this cover. Congrats!
Johnny M
Member Since 2014
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
I really love the way Adam shows off his many artistic methods on the cover!
Will K
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
So cool to see Adam experimenting with various effects. Even if the crosshatching isn't immediately obvious in the published cover, I'm sure Adam knows. And that's enough.
Mike Rice
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
I have always wanted an AH! Catwoman cover, and this one is a beauty. Check out all that crosshatching!!
Kelsey S
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Damn man this is a beauty! Love the machine work!
Bob Goerder
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
INCREDIBLE!!---Congratulations On Nabbing This Beauty!!!
Mark V
Member Since 2021
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
You definitely wouldn't want to see Selina in your rear view mirror like this...or would you? Hughes delivers the goods as per usual with his. Catwoman covers. One of the best of the run.
Anthony T
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Great Adam Hughes cover! Really love the crosshatching throughout the piece. Congrats on picking this up.
Al Simpleton
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Well, if this is Audrey Hepburn, this has to be the motorbike she rode in Roman Holiday! But then, whatever happened to Gregory Peck? Aw, never mind... And I think AH is right about the connection between Audrey and Selina!
Sean Clarke
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Top-notch design and rendering by a modern master... congrats!
Jared Simmons
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 12/27/2023
Just a gorgeous piece! The artistry in the cross hatching is wonderful and painstaking in how precise it is. The use of light and shadow to accentuate the speed and action of the piece is wonderful. A frame worthy piece...but let's be honest your entire collection is frame worthy. Love it.
John Bamber
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
Gorgeous. As you would expect from AH and also from your taste Bill. Fantastic addition.
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
I've always loved sports bikes, so you already sold me on this cover with that! But add to that the fantastic crosshatching on the bike, a technique not commonly used by Hughes, and it puts this cover over the top! May you ride with this one like your hair is on fire, Bill!
Michael Kirton
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
You couldn’t have gone wrong with any of his Catwoman covers but this is definitely a standout of the run. Congrats!
REDEMAGNI CLAUDIO
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
Another pearl in a Big collection, great congratulations Bill
Kin Wong
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
Can't go wrong with an Adam Hughes Catwoman cover. The mix of styles/media on this is a delight, but that cross-hatching is next level. Congrats!
Ken Martin
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
Love how ferocious Catwoman looks on this cover.
Joe Murray
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
Whoa, that is just stunning, Adam Hughes might just be too good, congrats!!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
The mix of techniques and media adds a contrast that really is a sight to behold! Copic marker background, straight block blacks and negative space, then hatch-y goodness! Killer Catwoman all around, Bill, congrats!
Imran A
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
Great piece, congratulations, always a fan of Adam's work
JN 80
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
Beautiful depiction of Selina Kyle. Exceptional Hughes
A N H
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
Flawless cover by the great AH. I like the Hepburn/McQueen reference you have in your write up - spot on. Awesome pickup!
John Espinoza
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 12/28/2023
What I love about this hobby is seeing all that was lost in the cover. Hughes spent so much time on that frenetic crosshatching and you can barely tell on the published cover. That crosshatching really reminds me of Art Adams that now I'm inspired to create a super android artist named Art Adams Hughes.
H P
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 12/30/2023
Purr-fect composition by an AH! mazing artist! Congrats, Bill!
Justin Topages
Member Since 2015
2 - Posted on 12/30/2023
Catwoman on a crotch rocket, even the Bat would find that a challenge but you got it! The subject matches the vehicle, that matches the kinetic energy and adrenalin of this piece. I love how it's nearly spilling outside of the paper, ready to burst free and scream down the street.
Some Collector
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 12/30/2023
This is stunning. Realistic and comic art at the same time.
Andrew G
Member Since 2022
1 - Posted on 12/31/2023
Man, Hughes did not phone this one in. The crosshatching on the bike is insane and gives so much depth to the piece. The contrast with the untouched sections for the washed out highlights is really stunning. Great pickup as usual, Bill!
Jason Hussa
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 1/1/2024
Gorgeous cover, Bill! Like all great ones, it tells a story (while simultaneously making you want to pick up the book to learn more). For me here, the story is the test drive of this bike by Selina. How do you think -that- went, factoring in the "Gotham's greatest cat burglar" angle...? :) We could actually be mid-test drive right here! "Gotta stop by the bank and... pick up something...". Beautiful rendering of the bike here, too: while Selina hatches a plan, Adam's hatching on the bike (and Selina's right side) is just as tight, and I love the bold black streak of the front tire. The reflections in Selina's goggles add to the story, too: speeding past some folks, probably in -very- close quarters (or in an alleyway leading to a street...?). Hughes cover mega-score to close out 2023, as 2024 races towards us! Zoom! Congrats, Bill!!
J. Sid
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 1/16/2024
So great! The attitude he infused into those teeth is amazing!
Peter Sullivan
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 1/18/2024
Reading your description, " I think for this cover he added a little Steve McQueen. " I think she ran him over. I can't see him. Not even his corpse. He must be really flat, as well as very, very small.
NEBUR ADLAN
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 1/19/2024
Well , im not a big fan of Adam but...otherwise this cover is impressive like a punch in your face ! 🥊
A K
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 1/19/2024
The cross hatching on this piece is just amazing. Hughes is more than just a "good girl" artist. He is an artist, full stop. This is a great cover!
Phill R
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 2/19/2024
Man, this piece just screams comic art, I love it!!! Great use of lighting.
CJ Design
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 8/5/2024
Fantastic grab of light and Motion in this super illustration
Neon Dragon
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 8/5/2024
Whoah! Missed this when you added it!! My phone almost ran out of memory to get to the end of the comments. I don't know how long it took to ink this but judging from the cross-hatching, WEEKS!!! It's INCREDIBLE! And none of it shows in the published piece which is why these originals are so impressive!
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