Fantastic Four Thing Sketch Cover (Alex Maleev)
Artist: Alex Maleev (All)
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DescriptionAlthough this is a sketch cover, the original art on it caught my eye immediately. Alex Maleev has done a splendid job in capturing the texture as well as character of The Thing. Color sketches are not always successful, but the artist in this instance, in my view at least, knocked it out of the ball park.Social/Sharing |
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Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010
Posted on 7/27/2024
Paul P Spiderversity wrote:
Wow, that is so striking!!
Many thanks, Paul. It looks even more amazing in person.
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 7/27/2024
Hmm, one of those rare times where I'm actually surprised that something like this would be up your alley. But it IS lovely and you DO have great taste across the board, so I guess I shouldn't be surprised!
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 7/27/2024
Ruben DaCollector wrote:
Hmm, one of those rare times where I'm actually surprised that something like this would be up your alley. But it IS lovely and you DO have great taste across the board, so I guess I shouldn't be surprised!
Many thanks, Rubén. Yes, this is more an illustration of my diverse taste in original comic artwork. Many thanks once again for your very kind words.
Kavi H
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 7/27/2024
Thing has a real menacing look there!! Pretty cool illustration and very surprised to see it done on a sketch cover canvas, admittedly didnt realize Maleev even did those - but it's super cool. congrats!
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 7/28/2024
Kavi H wrote:
Thing has a real menacing look there!! Pretty cool illustration and very surprised to see it done on a sketch cover canvas, admittedly didnt realize Maleev even did those - but it's super cool. congrats!
Many thanks, Kavi. I do think that it would have been even more impressive if done on a larger board. It is very nice even in the present format though.
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 8/2/2024
Maleev's solo portraits really get down to the soul of the characters. While Silver Surfer or Daredevil are easier with Maleev's mastery of expressive body language, the Thing has a thick rocky exterior to get through and only a few traits that are still wholly Ben Grimm. His approach with the direct shot is where you can see his eyes and teeth with the craggy surface symbolic of his gruff personality. All you need is a cigar for him to fully resemble King Kirby.
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 8/2/2024
Marcus Wai wrote:
Maleev's solo portraits really get down to the soul of the characters. While Silver Surfer or Daredevil are easier with Maleev's mastery of expressive body language, the Thing has a thick rocky exterior to get through and only a few traits that are still wholly Ben Grimm. His approach with the direct shot is where you can see his eyes and teeth with the craggy surface symbolic of his gruff personality. All you need is a cigar for him to fully resemble King Kirby.
Many thanks, Marcus. Yes, this particular piece does - in your very apt words - capture the "soul" of The Thing. As mentioned, it caught my attention straightaway when I saw it.
CJ Design
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 8/6/2024
Fantastic Thing CAB....I'm a fan of the heavy brow, and realistic rock formations
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 8/6/2024
CJ Design wrote:
Fantastic Thing CAB....I'm a fan of the heavy brow, and realistic rock formations
Many thanks, CJ. The artwork is in fact quite stunning and realistic when viewed in person.
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