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Earl Norem, Painted Cover, Mars Attacks (1994/2012)

Artist: Earl Norem (All)

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Earl Norem, Painted Cover, Mars Attacks (1994/2012) Comic Art

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Title:	Earl Norem, Painted Cover, Mars Attacks (1994/2012)
Artist:	Earl Norem (All)
Media Type:	Paint - Oil
Art Type:	Cover
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	1,322
Likes on CAF:	25 26
Comments:	9
Added to Site:	4/28/2023
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Description

In 1994, to celebrate and promote the return of Topps Mars Attacks with its first series of comic books, and a brand-new series of Trading cards, we commissioned the legendary Earl Norem to create a “Classic” movie style painting of Mars Attacks as if it were a 50s SF poster painted by Reynold Brown or Joe Smith.

We immediately used the image on the back of a Topps convention staff t-shirt at SDCC, and other marketing materials as well. It was designated to appear on one of our comic books, but kept slipping through the cracks, until ultimately it remained unused through the series run. (It may have appeared on a bonus card or promo card though.)

As the owner of the original painting, I hadn’t forgotten about it, and when IDW acquired the Mars Attacks rights, it finally made its way as a cover for the “Classics Obliterated” one shot. It was only 18 years. Better late than never indeed.

https://greggoldsteincomicartgallery.com/earl-norem-mars-attacks-a-true-classic/

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My NAME IS LEGION
Member Since 2004

Posted on 4/28/2023

well that's awesome!

Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005

2 - Posted on 4/28/2023

Norem's painting lends a touch of class and nostalgia for original card set while being a fresh spectacular work in itself. He makes the old look, look brand new as this piece is done like a compelling 50's B movie poster.

matthew reed
Member Since 2006

Posted on 4/28/2023

wonderful image! amazing cover!

Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013

Posted on 4/29/2023

Amazing composition .theara attack aliens are just way too fun! Love it!!

Olivier D
Member Since 2006

Posted on 4/29/2023

I love this cover, congrats!

Toni S
Member Since 2019

Posted on 4/29/2023

Insane Cover!!!

West Stephan
Member Since 2007

Posted on 4/30/2023

Wow! Epic piece!

George Hagenauer
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 4/30/2023

Just about a perfect painting capturing the essence of the cards

Chaykin Dude
Member Since 2008

Posted on 5/2/2023

That's just awesome!

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