Sabretooth #3 pg 8 SPLASH by Bart Sears
Artists: Bart Sears (Penciller) , Mark Pennington (Inker)
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DescriptionI hear a certain canucklehead is turning 50 next year so thought I’d post a few pieces to close out ’23 featuring said canucklehead. Or, to start, a piece featuring his main baddie :)My 22nd new artist in the collection in ’23 in Bart Sears! When I think Bart Sears I think Wizard magazine first, as he had lotsa cover and interior work on that mag which I religiously read. Then I think some of his late ‘90s Blade covers and the mid 2000s Sabretooth limited series this splash is from. It’s a quick solid read, nothing earth shattering, but if there’s a character that would be at the top of my list to be featured as my Sears example, it’d be Victor Creed right there with Eric Brooks. OK! Got Creed in full pursuit here, enjoying the fun and sport of the hunt in this snowy setting. And this guy can be a tad sadistic at times. Super muscled as per Sears style here, highlighted by them shoulders. We know we can get some overly muscled dudes with Sears but I like that he had that unique stamp on his work, and that whenever I saw a Sears image there was no question it was him. These inks look great in person, too, with common collaborator of the time Mark Pennington providing that gradient of line weight to delineate the muscles. Good stuff! Social/Sharing |
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Tyler T 
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 12/4/2023
He's coming right at you! A wonderful example of Sears work. Great character design, and the pine needles above are an especially nice touch.
Kelsey S
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 12/4/2023
Intense action! Living up to his name here, congrats!
Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 12/4/2023
Even though its in black and white, Sears' rendering always makes me think his subject is made of/covered in chrome. Congrats on a great pick up!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
Posted on 12/5/2023
Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan wrote:
Even though its in black and white, Sears' rendering always makes me think his subject is made of/covered in chrome. Congrats on a great pick up!
The Silver Sabretooth :) Never thought of that before but I see what you're saying! Glad you like! Thanks, man, and all, for the comments!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 12/5/2023
André . wrote:
Dig the different inking styles here.
I was remiss in no noting in my description but you and a couple others have mentioned...those different inking techniques used definitely add to the image! Got Creed hinself, the furry parts of his costume, the trees up top and snow spatter on 'em...all provides a nice contrast. Thanks for the add, man!
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
2 - Posted on 12/4/2023
Oh, but Sabertooth cause me grief
Close friends of mine love Victor Creed
As they can see in disbelief
Fluttering lashes, blood lips and gnarly white teeth
I don't Wizard but I quiver whenever you come near
And I cannot buy covers because the thrill and the fear
I wanna stop it but like it too much, must buy it Bart Sears
It's wrong but Sabertooth in line
I’ve got my own Pennington, but inks fall in deep
I cannot resist him, I've been advised to keep
I trot to Red Wolf, not a daunting read
It's wrong but I want Tooth tonight
Sears and delight
Bart the way through the line
With a mutant hot pursuit
Oh, I'll fall in love with you
Sears and delight
Mark the inks through the line
With a Marvel Sabertooth
Oh, I'll fall in love with you
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 12/5/2023
Marcus Wai wrote:
Oh, but Sabertooth cause me grief
Close friends of mine love Victor Creed
As they can see in disbelief
Fluttering lashes, blood lips and gnarly white teeth
I don't Wizard but I quiver whenever you come near
And I cannot buy covers because the thrill and the fear
I wanna stop it but like it too much, must buy it Bart Sears
It's wrong but Sabertooth in line
I’ve got my own Pennington, but inks fall in deep
I cannot resist him, I've been advised to keep
I trot to Red Wolf, not a daunting read
It's wrong but I want Tooth tonight
Sears and delight
Bart the way through the line
With a mutant hot pursuit
Oh, I'll fall in love with you
Sears and delight
Mark the inks through the line
With a Marvel Sabertooth
Oh, I'll fall in love with you
"And I cannot buy covers because the thrill and the fear" - ha! And you got Red Wolf in there, man - digging the carryover from last post. Always with the new new, MW, thanks!
Michael Benham
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 12/4/2023
Very nice! Sears is one of my favorite sabretooth artists.
John C
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 12/4/2023
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Actually 50 was a few years ago but thanks for thinking of me. You do mean me right?
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
Posted on 12/5/2023
John C wrote:
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Actually 50 was a few years ago but thanks for thinking of me. You do mean me right?
Oh yeah, for sure. Heightened senses, right? Sense of humor, anyway. And you do like to partake of a cigar now and then, correct? But, you might be a little taller.
John C
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 12/5/2023
K Gearon wrote:
Oh yeah, for sure. Heightened senses, right? Sense of humor, anyway. And you do like to partake of a cigar now and then, correct? But, you might be a little taller.
Yes. I am taller and much much less hairier. With each passing year I'm turning into Xavier.
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 12/4/2023
Bart sears was the king of overly musclebound characters for a while there, wasn't he? So wild! Props to a great character splash, but I also want to mention that I love the texture he created up at the top as well!
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 12/4/2023
That is a FANTASTIC portrayal of Sabretooth. And I'm with Ruben in regard to those beautiful tree textures at the top & right side of the page.
Steve N. Comic/Fantasy Art
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 12/4/2023
Sabretooth confirmed for the upcoming flick btw! Ferocity embodied...
JN 80
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 12/5/2023
As a villians collector this one's a beauty. Ferocious Sabretooth
F M
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 12/5/2023
Loved the art on that mini. Sears did the character's ferocity justice.
James Dornoff
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 12/5/2023
Great Splashy Sabretooth!!! Congrats on the long list of new artist adds!
Paul Brzegowy
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 12/5/2023
Bart has a style all his own and some how manages to make everything look polished and vibrant. Congrats on another new piece.
Anthony T
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 12/5/2023
Bart's art style fits the character of Sabretooth perfectly
Ken Martin
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 12/5/2023
I would hate to be the one that Sabretooth is chasing. Love this splash.
Eranga Devasurendra
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 12/5/2023
Badass, man! That smirk-snarl is classic Victor Creed!
Benedict Judas Hel
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 12/6/2023
This comic page just screams: "Beserker Claw!"
Daryl R
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 12/19/2023
Impressive splash with muscles rippling in distinctive Sears fashion. Reminds me of Brute and Babe and also Sears' How to Draw column in Wizard magazine. As others have mentioned, the contrast in styles and techniques between the tree branches and the central figure is also quite nice. Congrats!
Anthony Bryan
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 12/19/2023
Wow, this is awesome! Sears is underrated. This looks so fluid and organic. I think Wizard, but also X-O Manowar, which he did some great work on.
Kevin A
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 12/20/2023
He's mean, he's feral, and his idea of fun will not be fun for you. This is an amazing piece and as on point of a representation of Sabretooth as there ever has been.
Dave W
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 12/21/2023
What a beastly Sabretooth by Sears - this is epic. Congrats KG!!
Hulk 213
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 3/5/2024
I love how Bart draws the Wendigo. This is good on so many levels!
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