Maskerade #8 – Cover Layouts by Simon Bisley

A behind-the-scenes look at Simon Bisley’s creative process through three original penciled layout concepts for the cover of Maskerade #8, published by Dark Horse Comics. Each sketch bursts with energy, brutality, and signature Bisley attitude — from explosive gunplay to splattering heads. It’s fascinating to see how composition, flow, and chaos evolve between versions before settling into a final image. A raw and rare glimpse into the birth of a cover.