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Flash 226 half splash page 5 by Steve Lightle

Artist: Steve Lightle (Penciller)

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Flash 226 half splash page 5 by Steve Lightle Comic Art

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Title:	Flash 226 half splash page 5 by Steve Lightle
Artist:	Steve Lightle (Penciller)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Interior Page
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	269
Likes on CAF:	5 6
Comments:	7
Added to Site:	7/9/2022
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Page 5 of my full Flash 226 story by Steve Lightle.

Here we have great use of verticality in terms of layout to enhance the presence of the Mountain.

The first, half-splash panel is plain gorgeous and fantastic in conveying the sense of surroundings. Note how Steve used the shape of the rocks AND the placement of the word balloons to lead the reader's eye. Great use of stark black & white as well as depth with the misty mountain far away.

Then the next panels are placed in such a way that they really give you the impression that you are following a roped line of mountaineers, a feeling which is, again, enhanced by the balloon placement.

Consistent with the work of any thoughtful storyteller, Steve used various angles and shots to make those panel interesting to the reader's eye.

Lastly, pay attention to the position of the mountaineers in panel 1, as they veer to the left whereas in panel 4, they walk to the right, giving a nice symmetrical sense to the whole page.

No big fight or explosions on this one, just great, masterful and quiet storytelling at work.

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James S
Member Since 2017

1 - Posted on 7/9/2022

I like how the Flash embroiders his own accessories! Hey, it's all about the marketing.

Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005

2 - Posted on 7/9/2022

Quite the irony that they all look like Captain Cold.

Comic Art Channel
Member Since 2018

1 - Posted on 7/9/2022

Indeed a beautiful layout. Love the mountain scenery in the 1st panel. Beautifully rendered but not overly. Congrats!

Jason Hussa
Member Since 2017

1 - Posted on 7/9/2022

You nailed it in your write up, Fred; beautiful storytelling, the foundation of which was built with the big vertical splash of the mountain (and then just plain showing off, using the people and word balloons alike to expertly usher the reader's eye where they need to go). Fantastic use of black and white throughout (love that panel 3's "hollow" panel border is filled while panel 5's is not... and the way the people weave through panel 4... Masterfully done). It must be fun to look through a complete issue of original art, especially one as lovely as (and executed as well as) this one. Congrats, F M!

Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 7/9/2022

Lightle was indeed a very strong storyteller, a skill that isn't given enough attention by fans. Like James mentioned, I love that Flash decided it was a good idea to embroider his lightning bolt insignia onto his backpack!

Michael McIsaac
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 7/14/2022

A great demonstration of how Lightle's artistic skills went beyond just drawing traditional superhero action.

Wolvie Fan
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 7/14/2022

Huuuuge congrats! To be able to have a complete book , is no small task. And Steve Lightle art to boot, friggin awesome!

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