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DescriptionHaven’t posted any new Black Panther art in a few months so I had to remedy that. This one from Kim Jacinto, one of the newer killer ar-teests in Justin “Jiggy” Cruz’s staple at Next Comic Art! I loved the stylization and energy I was seeing in Kim’s stuff, and when I saw that there was going to be an art drop with these bust shots, including one of my main man T’Challa, I was ON it.And see what I mean here regarding stylization?! Not sure I’ve seen a BP like this. It’s easy to think that BP’s look, costume, etc., are simpler, being mainly a black silhouette. But you’d be surprised to see how artists can really take some unique spins with the “simpler” look, like here. Love the bigger eyes, and how the brow is furled. And with the jawline coming to more of a point it all adds up to really up the feline factor, and strong animated look. And don’t you love that hand?! Cool how he has the necklace bordering the bust, and…zipatone, baby! Love seeing this stuff. You don’t get the effect as much in the scan vs in person, but I tell you, it’s dope. Old school nuance with new school art. Lastly, I thought it was cool Kim did a space background. The last BP run/volume before the current one was set in space – not sure if Kim was thinking about that when doing this piece, but it definitely came to mind for me! Hope y’all like, and thanks, Kim and Jiggy! Social/Sharing |
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Ruben DaCollector 
Member Since 2008
2 - Posted on 5/11/2022
Honestly, I love the stylization, I love the background inks and I absolutely adore the zip-a-tone! Don't ever listen to people who tell you that nothing new can be done with a simple costume like Black Panther's. It just takes some skill and creativity on the artists' part!
John C
Member Since 2014
3 - Posted on 5/11/2022
Ah yes, the Craw.
By the way, it's James birthday today as well. He emailed me earlier telling me he was in his birthday sui... Heyyy!! Ewww,!!!
Steve N. Comic/Fantasy Art
Member Since 2017
2 - Posted on 5/11/2022
Jacinto monotones look glorious on royalty. Long live the KING !
N M
Member Since 2020
2 - Posted on 5/11/2022
Damn, that's really cool. I love the scrunching on the nose. Gives the face more attitude.
Troy C. Punswick
Member Since 2008
2 - Posted on 5/11/2022
Just a great rendition of Black Panther!!!
JN 80
Member Since 2016
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
On a commission tear!!!!! Literally. Loving the variety
Michael McIsaac
Member Since 2020
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
I love the level of facial expression given that artists have historically relied on the character's body language to convey mood given the mask. An outstanding piece!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Michael McIsaac wrote:
I love the level of facial expression given that artists have historically relied on the character's body language to convey mood given the mask. An outstanding piece!
I hear you, Michael. Many a BP image I can picture where the gestural kind of drawing helped to convey what the character's thinking, feeling, etc. Always appreciate that. Thought we do get the facial expressions coming through the mask at times, like here. Makes more sense I think for a thinner mask like this vs an Iron Man or Doctor Doom. Isn't it funny though, and kinda cool, that we've seen expressions on those 2 characters "faces" over the years?! Comics, baby :) Thanks man, and all, for the comments!
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
You may think that I'm singin’ foolish
You've heard that I rhyme and flow free
You may wonder how I can comment right now
This love that I feel for your artwork when seen
But you’re Justin time art drop’s callin’
I pick up because of those eyes
As Shuri as I live, money that I give
Is gonna be saved all for the Next Level guy
Nakia, I'm gonna love my Black Panther
T’Challa Forever amen
As long as good men sit with heart shaped herb flower
As long as Jacinto zips up in Jiggy’s bullpen
If vibranium is strong, I'll be faithful
I'll be happy M’Baku again
I'm gonna love you forever T’Challa
Wakanda forever, amen
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Marcus Wai wrote:
You may think that I'm singin’ foolish
You've heard that I rhyme and flow free
You may wonder how I can comment right now
This love that I feel for your artwork when seen
But you’re Justin time art drop’s callin’
I pick up because of those eyes
As Shuri as I live, money that I give
Is gonna be saved all for the Next Level guy
Nakia, I'm gonna love my Black Panther
T’Challa Forever amen
As long as good men sit with heart shaped herb flower
As long as Jacinto zips up in Jiggy’s bullpen
If vibranium is strong, I'll be faithful
I'll be happy M’Baku again
I'm gonna love you forever T’Challa
Wakanda forever, amen
You've outdone yourself again! Wasn't expecting country music to be pulled in, but I love it, especially this particular time! Was one of my late grandmother's absolute favorite songs. So mixing it with BP goodness...I can dig it, baby, I can dig it :) Thanks, Marcus!
Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Another brilliant Black Panther acquisition! I think that outer space background is really cool too. And that shadow under BP's nose, though not his actual mouth, sure makes him look sinister, especially when combined with those glowing eyes, the furrowed brow and the curled claws. Love how those diamond-shaped pieces extend into the white background. It all works so well !!
Matt Todd
Member Since 2014
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
I love this!! Great pairing of artist and character.
Ian Saint
Member Since 2021
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Really nice BP piece. Loved the gnarled look of the fingers. I just picked up my first BP piece and am so excited to own one. Congrats!!!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Ian Saint wrote:
Really nice BP piece. Loved the gnarled look of the fingers. I just picked up my first BP piece and am so excited to own one. Congrats!!!
Awesome, man - I'll go check it out! You know what they say. Once you go Black Panther... :)
And thanks for the comments on my new BP add here - much appreciated!
Fisch Benz
Member Since 2019
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
Roarrr. Love it! Love the space in the background too!
J H
Member Since 2019
2 - Posted on 5/12/2022
ZIPATONE! You know I get a little weird for zipatone. And that's a pattern I haven't seen before. It looks excellent as the black panther suit. And the brush work for that Sky is very neat, as well as the drop shadow mouth effect. What a cool commision. Great BP score (finally ;)). Congrats!
Bill J
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 5/14/2022
Stunning! Love Kim Jacinto's style. Simple, clean and yet, unexpected. Great pick-up!
Jason Hussa
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 5/19/2022
"Style" is indeed the operative word here, friend - Pfoof! It oozes out of every corner of this this thing - Great piece! Terrific and dramatic composition, using the Wakandan necklace and glove borders to define the areas of the figure in the piece. Lovely brushwork on the stars behind T'Challa, and that zipatone?!? Oh, dear me, YES. (It looks like there may be two patterns in the zip, with more of a cross-hatching at the bottom and more of a straightforward texture up top...? Am I seeing that correctly?). EXCELLENT point about combining the old and new into something unique and exciting. Love the claw/hand here, too. Awesome stuff. Great grab, K!
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 5/20/2022
Jason Hussa wrote:
"Style" is indeed the operative word here, friend - Pfoof! It oozes out of every corner of this this thing - Great piece! Terrific and dramatic composition, using the Wakandan necklace and glove borders to define the areas of the figure in the piece. Lovely brushwork on the stars behind T'Challa, and that zipatone?!? Oh, dear me, YES. (It looks like there may be two patterns in the zip, with more of a cross-hatching at the bottom and more of a straightforward texture up top...? Am I seeing that correctly?). EXCELLENT point about combining the old and new into something unique and exciting. Love the claw/hand here, too. Awesome stuff. Great grab, K!
Glad you dig it, man! As far as the zipatone goes, just looked again in person. It's actually the same throughout. Might be the scan? Or maybe just an optical effect, cuz I do see clearly what you're talking about...then I don't, lol. In any case all that zipatone definitely makes for some nice viewing, here or in person! Thanks!
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