Black Panther #1 COVER by Brian Stelfreeze
Artists: Brian Stelfreeze (Penciller) , Brian Stelfreeze (Inker)
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DescriptionBeen a couple months since I posted. Lots going on (all good, just busy!), so coming back I wanted to post a big’n, and for me, can’t get much bigger – the cover to the launch of the Coates Black Panther series by the incomparable Brian Stelfreeze! Too much goodness here, and also literally BIG on a 13x19 board!I mean, what can I say?! This image was EVERYWHERE when the book was previewed and released – posters, banners, online for ads, YouTube video previews…you name it. I personally have it on a t-shirt (which I just happened to have on when I found out I had the opportunity to pick up the art!) and a comic book storage box. Just saw it on some party napkins :) Maybe the definitive modern BP image. Helluva way to start a series off, which of course coincided with BP’s arrival in the MCU in Cap Civil War :) First off, thanks to Brian and Jason Schachter for allowing me to pick this up; in a great home – trust! Was so cool talking with Brian about BP in general, his work over the years, the whole nine, when I picked this up. Definitely honored to be caretaker. And all of my fellow collector buds who knew I got it? Thanks for all the congrats, folks, much appreciated! Y’all know this was an unreal get for me. Literally jumping off the walls when secured :) This along with the ASM Frenz page I picked up earlier this year (you could say childhood grail and adulthood grail) AND some other outstanding gets…2022 very tough be beat on the art front. No doubt. Second – the art! Did I already say “what can I say?!” I’ll try a bit here. I love my worm’s eye hero shots and it works to outstanding effect here. Strong, imposing, regal, sleek…it’s all here in this central shot. The blacks on BP are stark, as they should be, with a strong angular vibe that flat out works. And you got some meticulous work on that background – some CLEAN lines. Also a harbinger of what comes in the story…Wakanda in turmoil, let’s just say. Brian did only 3 pieces traditionally from his run, in terms of interiors and all the covers, and this was one. Too fortunate I am, to provide a little Yoda-ism. Also goes along well with my commission from Brian - https://www.comicartfans.com/gallerypiece.asp?piece=1388152 Got the BP 2 flick coming up soon and I’m looking forward to it. I’m sure the team kept the late great Chadwick Boseman in mind and heart, RIP. Lots of Brian’s work, from costume elements like the suit appearing on and off and absorbing kinetic energy, to the overall look of Wakanda, was used for the first film. Was awesome seeing things from the comics, from Brian and others over the years, in the movie. And again this book was released at the same time as Cap Civil War – so I love it as a standalone piece of art no doubt but I also like how it ties to seeing BP on film, at least for me. I mean…BP?! In a movie? Then headlining his own?! Whoulda thunk. Happy Halloween and happier collecting, all! #WakandaForever Social/Sharing |
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Ruben DaCollector 
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
The King is here! The King is here! Yes, the upshot always makes for a more imposing and dramatic scene, especially for a scary looking mofo as T'Challa is here! Great acquisition, dude, this one's a realy beauty!
Kevin C
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
This cover always comes to mind when I think about BP and comics! An iconic cover that found the perfect home!
Daryl R
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
Oh S***!!! There it is!!! HUGE congrats brother!!!
I'll never forget seeing your reaction to getting this art at Heroes this past summer. One of the greatest conquest stories in our hobby. Even your celebration dance 🕺🏾 is stuck in my mind. So glad this cover ended up with you where it rightfully belongs.
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
Daryl R wrote:
Oh S***!!! There it is!!! HUGE congrats brother!!!
I'll never forget seeing your reaction to getting this art at Heroes this past summer. One of the greatest conquest stories in our hobby. Even your celebration dance 🕺🏾 is stuck in my mind. So glad this cover ended up with you where it rightfully belongs.
Thanks, my man! Honestly a big part of picking it up was having a lot of my fellow collector buds at Heroes, being part of my ride! And oh yeah you know I HAD to break it down for a minute after securing :)
Thanks, Daryl, and ALL for the congrats! MUCH appreciated!
Rob R
Member Since 2019
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
So happy for you, K! This piece made Heroes that much better.
Paul Brzegowy
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
This cover always catches my eye. It is a womderful and historic cover to be treasured in the years to come.
George H
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
Congrats again my friend on being able to acquire a truly iconic image and definitely one of the most (if not the most) recognizable image of BP in the modern era. I've loved seeing this image pop up on shirts, posters, multiple covers, ads and even comic boxes.
EDOUARD N
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
At last ! You've been hunting that one for so long ! I'm really happy for you my friend. It is as it was meant to be. The circle is now complete.
Matt Todd
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
Dude!! I am truly left speechless. Congratulations on a truly special addition to the your already amazing collection. It doesnt get better than this.
Fuzzy Dunlop
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
Just in time for the release of the omnibus! My favorite BP run, and this is one of the most memorable images. Huge congrats K!
Simon . K
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
Nicely done, my man! I know this was a big deal for you!
JN 80
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
Welcome back. Dropping HEAT like D. Wade. Beautiful piece K
Fisch Benz
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
Wow, wow, wow Khalil!!
As luck would have it, I, too, recently saw this image on some party napkins!
What a defnitive image and great piece of art.
I really can't imagine a better home for it to land in.
Congrats, my friend!
Steve N. Comic/Fantasy Art
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
Well hello there, boss grail !!
Jason Hussa
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
YESSSSS!!!!!! I am so excited for you - and to formally see this incredible piece in your gallery - that I'm having a bit of difficulty scraping together the sentences... First off, CONGRATULATIONS on the incredible pick up, my good man. This is, without question, THE definitive image of the Panther in a generation. Talk about MAJESTY. From the worm's eye POV, to the fine-line skyline behind, to the mountain of the man front and center... With his mask shaded in such a way that you cannot make out a single person's features, it is obvious that this is the KING OF THE NATION on display here. And with the flags smouldering in the background? Pure power. A perfect image of the Panther and all he represents, and it is now home where it belongs. Fitting that you're posting this on Halloween, so we can insert a righteous "BOO" into the inevitable "BOO-YAH"! Boo-yah, Khalil... BOO-YAH! Congrats of the highest order, sir, and welcome back; we missed you. :)
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
Jason Hussa wrote:
YESSSSS!!!!!! I am so excited for you - and to formally see this incredible piece in your gallery - that I'm having a bit of difficulty scraping together the sentences... First off, CONGRATULATIONS on the incredible pick up, my good man. This is, without question, THE definitive image of the Panther in a generation. Talk about MAJESTY. From the worm's eye POV, to the fine-line skyline behind, to the mountain of the man front and center... With his mask shaded in such a way that you cannot make out a single person's features, it is obvious that this is the KING OF THE NATION on display here. And with the flags smouldering in the background? Pure power. A perfect image of the Panther and all he represents, and it is now home where it belongs. Fitting that you're posting this on Halloween, so we can insert a righteous "BOO" into the inevitable "BOO-YAH"! Boo-yah, Khalil... BOO-YAH! Congrats of the highest order, sir, and welcome back; we missed you. :)
I''ll take "BOO-YAH!" Mic drop Halloween post! At least fo rme :) Thanks for all the great comments, as always! And yes, glad to be back. Was too long :)
Troy C. Punswick
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
A gem of a cover for sure! Big Congrats on this one!!!
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
Ooh Yeah, ooh, woo
Black Panther
This Black Panther’s fire
Clean as line of Brian Stelfreeze
Hey, it’s Wakanda Forever
Shown by line as Legacy
The cover measurements
Are perfect in the larger dimension
T’Challa’s figure
That's sure enough getting attention
He’s poetry in motion
A beautiful sight to see
I get so excited
Viewing this Brian Stelfreeze
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
Marcus Wai wrote:
Ooh Yeah, ooh, woo
Black Panther
This Black Panther’s fire
Clean as line of Brian Stelfreeze
Hey, it’s Wakanda Forever
Shown by line as Legacy
The cover measurements
Are perfect in the larger dimension
T’Challa’s figure
That's sure enough getting attention
He’s poetry in motion
A beautiful sight to see
I get so excited
Viewing this Brian Stelfreeze
Ha ha, yes! Never fail to nail it, Marcus. Perfect pairing, starting with just the name of the song! Thanks, man!
Travis Ellisor
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
Oh dang, so happy you got this! Stelfreeze of course does a great job of depicting Panther here (love those shadows), but I really love the burning flags which hint at the story within the comic itself.
E DLS
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
When someone you know gets a piece of art that they love, it's easy to get jealous. Not so much for the actual art. But more so for the emotional aspect of it. It's such a great feeling and you want to feel that too. That's what it's all about I think. So congrats man, I know what this means to you. Hope I can experience those same emotions with a future acquisition.
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
Posted on 11/1/2022
E DLS wrote:
When someone you know gets a piece of art that they love, it's easy to get jealous. Not so much for the actual art. But more so for the emotional aspect of it. It's such a great feeling and you want to feel that too. That's what it's all about I think. So congrats man, I know what this means to you. Hope I can experience those same emotions with a future acquisition.
Thanks, Eric! It definitely feels good to hit a big target, and I know what you mean about the jealous feeling. But a good jealous :)
Tyler T
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
Epic. A sincere congrats to you on a legendary image and a piece of Marvel comic history.
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
I am so so SO very happy for you, K!! This is such a perfect piece for your collection, and I know how thrilled you are to acquire it. It's such a beautiful, regal, powerful, imposing, (add your own positive adjective here) image of Black Panther, and those backgrounds are super cool as well. Major congrats, and Happy Halloween, my friend!!
Lee Harmon
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
A piece of modern Marvel history right here.
So glad it found the best collection possible to become a part of.
Congratulations! This is a major addition indeed!
Eranga Devasurendra
Member Since 2020
2 - Posted on 10/31/2022
And in one fell (brush?)stroke, K G became THE BP collector.
Wolvie Fan
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 10/31/2022
A striking pose by the King! Congrats on such a tremendous aquisition, Kahlil.
Ian Saint
Member Since 2021
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
Amazing!!!. I love the unique balance of contast in this piece. It is most definetly something to write home about.
Chris Snorek
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
I a weird way, this piece made Heroes for me. Seeing someone score something clearly so important to them was so motivational and moving. Congrats on a stunner, KG!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
Posted on 11/1/2022
Chris Snorek wrote:
I a weird way, this piece made Heroes for me. Seeing someone score something clearly so important to them was so motivational and moving. Congrats on a stunner, KG!
So nice of you to say, man! It definitely was a pleasure to meet you and others at the show, to kick it, and to also have y'all be part of my celebrating with this add :) Thanks, brother!
C Bailey
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
BRAVO !👏👏🙌 Very well-known modern image!
Congratulations K!
Johnny M
Member Since 2014
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
You did it!!!! I am so glad you were able to make this one happen! A big congrats to you, KG! I know this one meant a lot to you.
Patrick R
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
Iconic image. Take the rest of the year off Khalil!
Jason Versaggi
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
Very impressive KG. Memorable cover image to a #1 issue. Bravo buddy!
Yo Kuri
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
Wow! Truly iconic. The composition is wonderful; I like how the smoke and his arms form an X, directing the viewer's eyes directly toward his head. Very happy for you! Enjoy!
Corey G
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
THERE IT IS!!! Congrats Kahlil on the holiest of all grails... and glad we were able to meet at Heroes when all this magic was going down :)
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 11/2/2022
Corey G wrote:
THERE IT IS!!! Congrats Kahlil on the holiest of all grails... and glad we were able to meet at Heroes when all this magic was going down :)
Word, man, was great meeting up! We've e-mailed enough :) And thanks on the congrats - glad I was able to share this one with you and others that weekend :)
Ben H
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 11/1/2022
I remember meeting you at Heroes this year, and your excitement at having bought this cover was understandably palpable. Hearty congratulations!
Felix Lu
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 11/2/2022
No question, a definitive, if not THE definitive, depiction of BP. Congrats!
Justin Topages
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 11/2/2022
Yup, pretty much THE definitive image for any modern BP fan. Gorgeous, def a bit jealous lol, but only cuz I'm super stoked for you!
Brian Lake
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 11/2/2022
Fantastic Addition! Perfection from Stelfreeze and also such a memorable cover from when the title was laucnhed, I had not realized the image had been used so many place and times but it doesnt suprise me
Anthony Bryan
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 11/2/2022
So awesome! And so glad you got this! I can't think of anyone to be a better caretaker of it!
Dave W
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 11/2/2022
I can still see the huge smile on your face in my mind's eye when you were describing the story explaining how you were able to make this yours. Your smile and this cover will forever be linked contextually. Thanks for sharing this story and including me in the round of drinks to celebrate the acquisition. This is the best story and I am thrilled that you were able to add this to your collection! The heartiest of congratulations to you!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
Posted on 11/2/2022
Dave W wrote:
I can still see the huge smile on your face in my mind's eye when you were describing the story explaining how you were able to make this yours. Your smile and this cover will forever be linked contextually. Thanks for sharing this story and including me in the round of drinks to celebrate the acquisition. This is the best story and I am thrilled that you were able to add this to your collection! The heartiest of congratulations to you!
That smile was ear to ear, wasn't it?! :) Ha ha, thanks, man! The combo of hanging with y'all (with some cocktails NO doubt) AND picking this up?! Unbeatable con experience fo sho!
James Dornoff
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 11/3/2022
Extremely powerful BP cover for issue #1, very nice. Huge congrats!
Ken Martin
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 11/3/2022
You posted it! Man what a beautiful cover and it ended up in the perfect caretakers hands. Big congrats my friend!
Bill J
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 11/4/2022
Wow! Incredible Black Panther cover by Brian Stelfreeze! As you say, this image was everywhere, and deservedly so--Steelfreeze really captured the power and the majesty of the King! Congrats on picking up this beauty!
Jeremy Radisich
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 11/4/2022
Iconic piece of Black Panther artwork--and I too own a t-shirt with it!
Joshua Matthews-Sims
Member Since 2022
1 - Posted on 11/6/2022
This is a grail piece for a certainty. It doesn't get much better as far as original art goes.
What a striking image.
Tim D
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 11/11/2022
Congrats on such a big get! An iconic modern cover.
J H
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 11/15/2022
Large and in charge! T'Challa is here. Wow, man, it's gorgeous. I know it's a grail to you, and it found it's way into the perfect collection! I bet you just walk over and stare at it part of every day. It's beautiful work, Kahlil. Wakanda Forever!
Magnus X
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 11/20/2022
Congratulations on another beautiful Black Phanter Cover, everytime that I see a nice Black phanter Image that I like I know I be competing with you, so I stay away. Congratulations friend...
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
Posted on 11/21/2022
Magnus X wrote:
Congratulations on another beautiful Black Phanter Cover, everytime that I see a nice Black phanter Image that I like I know I be competing with you, so I stay away. Congratulations friend...
Thanks, Magnus, appreciate it! As far as BP art, do what you gotta do, man. I don't officially have a monoploy. Kind of ;) But seriously I do dig seeing nice BP pieces in other galleries. The more fans the merrier. Happy hunting, bud!
David Bixler
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 12/19/2022
I got to experience some of this with you in the early stages, and I am so thrilled you were able to add this to your collection, Such a killer piece!
Carlo O
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 12/28/2022
This is a big one indeed! Stelfreeze captures BP's majesty despite it's simplicity!
Ellis M
Member Since 2012
1 - Posted on 1/3/2023
Even though it's too young to be a Classic, it absolutely and without a doubt is an Iconic image! Super-great score!!!
VZA Victor
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 8/16/2023
How did I not know you had this? I mean... I assumed you must but I never confirmed it until now. It pretty much goes without saying... this will go down as one of those classic BP images and I'm glad that it's in your collection. You deserve it. Congrats!
Some Collector
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 10/30/2023
Power and grace in one cover. Exceptional!
Jason Ladwig
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 3/21/2024
When done so simply by a master, it conveys such power. The weight of the inks really is beautiful on this piece. Congrats!
Timothy Finney
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 2/24/2025
For me, the most impactful Black Panther cover is the first Gil Kane Black Panther vs the KKK cover, but that was an image for the Bronze Age. Ta-Nehisi Coates taking over the character built upon what Kirby, McGreggor, Buckler, Graham, et al. had done with BP in the past, and gave him a new mission statement for the twenty-first century, but it was Stelfreeze who manifested that into the modern consciousness. Yes, this one is special.
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