A FABLES HALLOWEEN by Mark Buckingham (Endless Trick 'r Treat)
Artists: Mark Buckingham (Penciller) , Bill Willingham (Writer)
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DescriptionA Fables HalloweenBy Mark Buckingham Pencil & ink on 11 x 17 in. comic board Not for Sale A while back, Malcolm Bourne posted to his CAF gallery a gorgeous Miracleman & Miraclewoman commission by Mark Buckingham. I left a comment of praise and Malcolm quite graciously reached out and advised how I could get in touch with Mark's representation if I was interested in booking an illustration of my own. I took about a day to think of what I wanted and sent a message to Joseph Melchior (Mark's rep) asking if it would be possible to get a cover-quality image of Snow White and Bigby Wolf (from FABLES) taking all of their kids Trick 'r Treating —dressed as the Endless from SANDMAN. I assigned a specific character to each, with Snow White specifically dressed as Death and Bigby as John Constantine. Each of the seven Wolf Cubs was selected to be Dream, Delirium, Destiny, Desire, Despair, and Destruction, as well as Golden Age Sandman, Wesley Dodds, based on their individual personalities and likenesses. All of the candy baskets are Jack'o Lanterns in tribute to Merv Pumpkinhead (and my own childhood candy receptacle), and the POV is from the front porch on Halloween night. Mark Buckingham's commission schedule allowed for him to complete the drawing just ahead of last year's San Diego Comicon and I arranged to have Mikail Lotia receive it from Joseph, and for Jeff Wedding to get it from Mikail so that I can pick it up from Jeff after the show ended. I had not seen a sketch nor a progress shot nor any image whatsoever, so I was absolutely blown away when Jeff sent me a shot of it from the convention floor. The level of completion on this is that of an omnibus or Vertigo Jam cover. Mark intuitively understood what I wanted and exceeded what I had imagined. His familiarity with these characters as co-creator elevates this to a true once-in-a-lifetime acquisition. You can tell that it's Snow White dressed as Death, and not Death herself. Most notably, Mark is the only person to have drawn both in an official capacity at DC/Vertigo. Many thanks to all the CAF friends involved but especially to Mark Buckingham whose work I've exhibited several times in my capacity as Gallery Director (first at La Luz de Jesus and then at Gallery 30 South), beginning with the first Pop Sequentialism show and published catalog back in 2011. This stunning piece will be treasured and continue to give me joy for a long, long time. Social/Sharing |
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Marcus Wai 
Member Since 2005
2 - Posted on 8/13/2025
Buckingham's artwork showcases a fine vision of creativity and artistry! It also set off a chain of friends and events where each did their job well to get it to you!
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
2 - Posted on 8/13/2025
I think what makes this piece especially compelling is how it balances an incredible sense of individuality together with group cohesion. Each character is rendered with distinct personality and costume detail. Whether it’s the textured folds of the trench coat, the weight of the hooded robe, or the playful, confident smirks of the children, they all feel part of the same shared moment. I think it's fair to say Bucky came through!
Newell T aka Stingray
Member Since 2017
2 - Posted on 8/13/2025
I love Fables. I love Sandman. And I love Buckingham! This is a truly great commission!!!
Duke Fleed
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 8/13/2025
Pumpkin Pails for the win! Fun image.. Kevin Maguire would be proud!
Kavi H
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 8/14/2025
Buckingham is awesome! Fables was such a great series, and the idea to have a hybrid/crossover/tribute with their main characters dressed as Sandman/Endless characters for Halloween is very fun, unique, and executed amazingly by Mark. Snow White as Death and Bigby as Constantine alone would've been a cool commission idea but this takes it to the next level. congrats!
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 8/18/2025
The ideas for the commission were innovative and the artistic execution of the highest standard. It is quite evident that Mark Buckingham put in his very best for this piece. I hadn't realized (although I ought to have) that Joseph was his official art rep (Joseph is a real standup guy too). Many congrats, Matt!
Matt Kennedy
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 8/18/2025
Comicart Boston wrote:
The ideas for the commission were innovative and the artistic execution of the highest standard. It is quite evident that Mark Buckingham put in his very best for this piece. I hadn't realized (although I ought to have) that Joseph was his official art rep (Joseph is a real standup guy too). Many congrats, Matt!
I didn't expect such a fast turnaround so I think Mark must have really enjoyed the concept and prioritized this over other pending commissions.
But it was not without complication.
I was never notified that my commission idea was accepted, and so there was no downpayment nor due date. That put me on the spot to get it paid-in-full within three days — with no prior notice —when I got a text on Wednesday advising that the piece was complete and ready for pick-up at SDCC that weekend. I was able to convince Joseph to accept a paypal payment since I wasn't in San Diego, and thereafter arrange the complicated hand-off process described above.
Stressful but worth it.
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 8/18/2025
Matt Kennedy wrote:
I didn't expect such a fast turnaround so I think Mark must have really enjoyed the concept and prioritized this over other pending commissions.
But it was not without complication.
I was never notified that my commission idea was accepted, and so there was no downpayment nor due date. That put me on the spot to get it paid-in-full within three days — with no prior notice —when I got a text on Wednesday advising that the piece was complete and ready for pick-up at SDCC that weekend. I was able to convince Joseph to accept a paypal payment since I wasn't in San Diego, and thereafter arrange the complicated hand-off process described above.
Stressful but worth it.
Dear Matt, and that is why when an art rep (like Joseph) is solid and reliable, it is much less risky. It bears mentioning again that is so well done!
Kin Wong
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 9/13/2025
Thought I saw this posted a couple months ago, but this is a pretty awesome commission. Mark's commissions always turn out great, and this is a really fun, creative idea that really leverages his experience with the characters. Congrats!
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