Corto Maltese in Havana by John Paul Leon
Artist: John Paul Leon (All)
37 Comments - 5,423 Views - 22 Likes
Additional Images:
Digital pic showing inking a bit better
Artwork Details
|
DescriptionA spectacular commission by John Paul. My scan does not do the inking justice which is a shame. The inks are thick, layered, shiny and sit on the paper with a rich decadence. The paper seems to have a slight bit more gloss to it than normal comic board but not like magazine paper either. I don't know what combination of factors came through for these inks but they are gorgeous in person. The image and mood that Jean Paul captured is also amazing. The atmosphere is perfect and shows a deeper understanding of the character which I think is important when it comes to Corto. Anyone can draw Corto, not everyone understands him and only those that can both draw and understand him can convey him in the image. This piece is 14 x 17 inches and I hope to get on my wall too.Social/Sharing |
About the Owner
|
 |
Contact the OwnerUse can use a contact form to send an email to this gallery owner,
|
Comments on this Artwork
You must be logged in to make comments.
Joseph Melchior 
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 2/29/2016
What a fantastically atmospheric piece. Really stunning. Congratulations on the subject matter and end result, Jeff.
Marvel Two-in-One Guy
Member Since 2003
2 - Posted on 2/29/2016
A wonderful matching of artist and subject matter!
Will K
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 2/29/2016
Back in the day, this would be called "illustration". Awesome pairing of artist and subject.
Rubén DaCollector's Paperback Art
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 2/29/2016
Absolutely spectacular! The only thing I'm shocked about is that it never occurred to me to suggest him for a commission. As today's youth would say, Jean Paul Leon "is the shit!".
Shannon El Guapo Slayton
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 2/29/2016
I don't have the words to describe how incredible this is! JPL is amazing! Many congratulations!
Suat Tong Ng
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 2/29/2016
Another beautiful Corto commission - congrats Jeff!
Simon M.
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 2/29/2016
John Paul can do no wrong. I've not seen him do a sub-standard commission piece yet, and this is nothing but a great example of that. So is my Hellboy piece by him! ;-)
Filmore W. Bedwick
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 2/29/2016
Stunning work by a true master. Mr. Leon captures the essence of the character and realism of the setting. It does not get much better than this!
Dean Abraham
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 3/1/2016
A beautiful piece, conveying atmosphere and mood.
Chris K.
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 3/1/2016
A beautifully executed piece, Jeff. Jean Paul is the perfect artist to capture Corto Maltese - and he provides all the evidence you need with this gorgeous piece of work.
Alex Kline
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 3/1/2016
What a stunning take, just love the mood and setting. Rarely does a commission make me go wow, but this is one of those!
Tony K
Member Since 2012
1 - Posted on 3/1/2016
Spectacular! This one will look great framed and on a wall!
Vincent VP
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 3/2/2016
This is one of the best pieces I've seen here in a long time!
David K
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 3/18/2016
Wow! This is a grand slam!! I could study this for hours.
Matt Dicke
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 4/1/2016
JP is a beast with ink and and a great person as well. I KNEW this commission was your and he totally knocked it out of the park.
Nick Postic
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 4/18/2016
I really dig this one. Congrats on another great commission, Jeff
artless artmore
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 11/14/2018
Gorgeous commission! The composition draws my eye right to CM, and I agree with your comments on how the artist captured the character, but I just love the textures throughout the drawing.
ilia georgiev
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 6/26/2023
This does draw the eye to CM, but the remainder of the art is your eye and mind to great. Like the layers of inks everything else is a layered part of the drawing including the lighting source.
Andy Robbins
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 9/15/2023
Truly one of your Corto's Greatest Hits - it gets better and better every year
Andy Robbins
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 11/27/2023
I come back to visit this piece whenever I go to your gallery for any reason
Bill J
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 1/19/2024
Stunning commission by John Paul Leon. I love the level of detail John Paul put into this piece. The art is so intricatelly detailed that I feel like I've been to this room, this place. You don't see that much art these days that takes this kind of effort to bring a place to life. Background seems to be a lost art. Which makes pieces like this that much more special. Wonderful pick-up, congrats!
M L
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 12/26/2024
Astounding piece. His eye for detail while still allowing the image to read clearly is truly genius. What a treasure.
Latest Updates
All |
|
 |
|
|
|
|
|
 |
|
 |
|
 |
|
|
 |
 |
Auctions ADVERTISEMENT
 |
Auctions
| Sal Buscema Thor #368 Story Page 15 Original Art ( |
Auctions
 |
FRANK FRAZETTA DEATH DEALER IV OIL PAINTING |
Auctions
 |
George Perez - New Teen Titans #4, Page 1 |
Hakes Auctions
 |
STAR WARS WEEKLY #8 COMIC BOOK COVER ORIGINAL ART BY GIL KANE. |
Subscribe to the YouTube Channel.. FREE!
Modern Mythology Comic Art
1 Accepting Commissions
Commission an Artist
For Sale Updates
Classified Updates |
|
Monty B9/5/2025 3:53:00 PM |
|
Saxa Luna Galianan9/5/2025 1:01:00 PM |
|
Will Gabri-El9/5/2025 12:25:00 PM |
|
Michele M9/5/2025 12:05:00 PM |
|
Tim J9/5/2025 12:04:00 PM |
|
Keith Veronese9/5/2025 11:09:00 AM |
|
Dealer Updates |
|
Anthony's Comicbook Art9/5/2025 4:32:00 PM |
|
Will's Comic Art Page9/5/2025 12:25:00 PM |
|
Essential Sequential9/5/2025 12:15:00 PM |
|
Achetez de l'Art9/5/2025 12:15:00 PM |
|
Galerie Daniel Maghen9/5/2025 12:15:00 PM |
|
ComicLink Art Exchange9/5/2025 12:15:00 PM |
|
|
Become a Premium CAF Gallery Owner & you'll be supporting CAF and also gain access to many services and features not available to standard members.
|