Black Widow - Steampunk style

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Artwork Details

Title:	Black Widow - Steampunk style
Artist:	Chris Stevens (All)
Media Type:	Mixed Media
Art Type:	Sketch Cover
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Views:	339
Likes on CAF:	5 6
Favorited on CAF:	1
Comments:	6
Added to Site:	12/31/2022
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Description

CGC SS 9.6 on a limited edition Lady Mechanika sketch cover (circa 2014).

I gravitate to collecting works from artists that have a distinctive style. Chris' work is so distinct, he doesn't even have any imitators. Back then, Chris only worked in greyscale Copics. As much as I loved his art, his greyscale work on white paper always looked faded to me. Luckily, Joe Benitez had just released some tonal sketch covers that I felt would work well with the 'faded' look. To align with the theme of the comic, yet still involve a 'mainstream' character, I asked for a steampunk-style Black Widow. Other than asking him to throw in a splash of Scarlett Johansson and Black Queen, I let Chris have free reign to work his magic.

The end result is a combination of creativity, attention to detail (see if you can spot the subtle spider design in her outfit), and use of lighting and shadows. Not everyday you get to see beautiful kick ass and haute couture in a sketch. Some have commented that they thought it was an actual printed comic cover.

Happy 2023 everyone!

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Last Login:	September 2025
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Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013

1 - Posted on 12/31/2022

Love it!

M M
Member Since 2013

1 - Posted on 1/1/2023

Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan wrote:

Love it!

Your collection is amazing. Given your good taste and discerning eye, your comment means a lot. Much appreciated and respect.

Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 1/1/2023

Steampunk style and redesign done by Stevens is amazing! He uses the textures so well like a b&w sepia photograph here.

M M
Member Since 2013

1 - Posted on 1/1/2023

Marcus Wai wrote:

Steampunk style and redesign done by Stevens is amazing! He uses the textures so well like a b&w sepia photograph here.

Thanks for taking the time and the kind words. Your comments always hit the bullseye.

T Shen
Member Since 2009

1 - Posted on 1/1/2023

Gorgeous work as always from Chris Stevens! I'm getting a strong Olivia Munn vibe too - congrats and happy new year!

M M
Member Since 2013

1 - Posted on 1/1/2023

T Shen wrote:

Gorgeous work as always from Chris Stevens! I'm getting a strong Olivia Munn vibe too - congrats and happy new year!

What a nice and interesting comment. I love the Munn-ster! It makes me happy that you see the beauty of Olivia in it. Thanks!

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