Al Williamson Weird Science #22 splash (1953) "A New Beginning"
Artists: Frank Frazetta (Inker) , Al Williamson (All) , Roy Krenkel (Assistant)
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DescriptionOne of the most beautiful splashes Al did for EC. It's got it all! Plus some gorgeous Frazetta inks to boot... and some Krenkel assist on the machinery for good measure. sigh. Lot of cool EC lore and legend right here with this one, so what can I possibly add?Social/Sharing |
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Chris K. 
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 9/29/2014
I'm delighted to have had the benefit of seeing this piece in person - it's how I know the first panel is an absolutely magnificent illustration that literally glows given it's energy. The whole page is just powerful - this is a stunning piece of art, Tom. What a great addition to an already stellar collection.
Alex Johnson
Member Since 2006
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 9/30/2014
Lovely. Now I want to read the entire story!
Sean Clarke
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 9/30/2014
This is some gorgeous comic art. "The woman" appears to be 1953 era Elizabeth Taylor!
Eelco V
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 9/30/2014
Beautiful! The woman looks like model after Liz Taylor.
frank x townsondecker
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 9/30/2014
WOW!!! an incredible classic page, congratulations!!!
Rob Pistella
Member Since 2005
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 9/30/2014
A spectacular piece of art Tom, I think it's one of the most beautiful splashes I've ever seen in my life... they don't make them like this anymore, that's for sure... I don't know how you continue to find such stellar examples... this is the best of the best...well done!
John Stuart
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 9/30/2014
Stellar! Damn incredible - Al was so talented.
Roger K.
Member Since 2005
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 9/30/2014
That's spectacular, Tom! Congratulations!
philippe queveau
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 9/30/2014
An astonishing splash which I owned for almost 25 years ! I am glad it found a new great home !
steve staszower
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 10/2/2014
Wow. A dream EC sci-fi splash by W&F. Maybe a little Krenkel in there too?!
Tom Coker
Member Since 2005
Posted on 10/2/2014
steve staszower wrote:
Wow. A dream EC sci-fi splash by W&F. Maybe a little Krenkel in there too?!Yep, gotta be a little Krenkel in that machinery right
Terry Doyle
Member Since 2004
Posted on 10/2/2014
Stunning splash (yep, I see Krenkel's hand in the machinery). The whole story is a bit of a mixed bag due to Williamson balking at Krigstein being assigned as the original inker. If memory serves me right, some of Krigstein's work remains throughout the story.
Tom Coker
Member Since 2005
Posted on 10/2/2014
Terry Doyle wrote:
Stunning splash (yep, I see Krenkel's hand in the machinery). The whole story is a bit of a mixed bag due to Williamson balking at Krigstein being assigned as the original inker. If memory serves me right, some of Krigstein's work remains throughout the story.Correct, except for this splash (and the last page as well) which was completely redrawn. Legend has it all being done in one night - repencilled by Al and inked by Frazetta. It's clearly just the two of them on close study of the final product. Obviously, Al re-drew the machine from Roy's original design.
Terry Doyle
Member Since 2004
Posted on 10/2/2014
Tom Coker wrote:
Correct, except for this splash (and the last page as well) which was completely redrawn. Legend has it all being done in one night - repencilled by Al and inked by Frazetta. It's clearly just the two of them on close study of the final product. Obviously, Al re-drew the machine from Roy's original design.Makes sense as the splash is certainly minus Krigstein. As I said, stunning example with Al and Fritz firing on all cylinders. Will look wonderful matted and framed - to complement all the other outstanding artworks you own!
Y M
Member Since 2003
Posted on 10/2/2014
Oh.My.God! Absolutely brilliant splash showcasing some of Al's finest EC work. I realize I'm in the minority, but Al's pencils speak to me far more than Frazetta's, however, the combination of Williamson pencils and Frazetta inks is the crème de la crème in my book.
Brian Peck
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 10/15/2014
WOW! Great combo of Williamson and Frazetta. Love their EC work. Congrats!
J L
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 10/23/2014
Amazing is all I can think of to say. Thanks for sharing a wonderful acquisition. Congrats Tom!!!!
Suat Tong Ng
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 9/23/2015
Mouth watering brushwork throughout. A top of the line interior from this title.
Bill J
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 6/26/2019
Every time I revisit your gallery, I seem to find something new I love. This page, for instance. I love the overall compostion, the sharp, crisp inks, the balance between lights and darks. It's just stunning.
Mark Levy
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 12/9/2021
Must have missed this one earlier - damn, the Female and the Foliage - can't pick my favorite!
Eric B
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 10/1/2022
Holy...! This page is otherworldly in its beauty. Plus, it looks like Buster Crabbe and Liz Taylor were in a comic together 😀.
Tom Coker
Member Since 2005
Posted on 7/12/2023
Jimmy Palmiotti wrote:
I got a page from this story too!
Love your page, Jimmy!
Steven Dilworth
Member Since 2012
Posted on 7/15/2024
Three simple panels and not a drop of nudity, and I need a cigarette. From her figure in panel one (which makes almost any Bettie Page illo look plain) to, "...the whole thing will blow to high Heaven.", ending with "The man touched her..." in panel three, I'm spent. What page.
Steven Dilworth
Member Since 2012
Posted on 7/15/2024
Steven Dilworth wrote:
Three simple panels and not a drop of nudity, and I need a cigarette. From her figure in panel one (which makes almost any Bettie Page illo look plain) to, "...the whole thing will blow to high Heaven.", ending with "The man touched her..." in panel three, I'm spent. What page.
Oh, I forgot the "...pulsating needles..." Whew.
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