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X-men 1 Cover Recreation

Artist: Geoff Shaw (All)

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Title:	X-men 1 Cover Recreation
Artist:	Geoff Shaw (All)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Commission
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	661
Likes on CAF:	12 13
Comments:	14
Added to Site:	8/30/2021
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Description

This commission was a crazy idea that I thought of (although apparently not very original!) and remains one of the largest pieces in my collection (so far), spanning 4 art boards. I will never be able to own the cover to X-men 1 (dare to dream) but having this stellar recreation done by the amazing Geoff Shaw of course makes that hurt less. When I proposed this idea to Felix, I wasn't sure if Geoff would go for it, but of course, he was all for it! The end product is amazing to behold - the amount of ink wash and the subtle color tints added really give the piece some texture. I opted for the full logo of course to complete that nostalgia wave from picking up that copy of X-men 1 as a kid. Thanks to Felix and Geoff for undertaking this crazy commission!

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Rob R
Member Since 2019
Forum Moderator

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

One of Geoff's best pieces! His Jim Lee influences are palpable in this masterpiece. Massive congrats!

David Askani’Son
Member Since 2012
Forum Moderator

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

Straight up Insane!!!

Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

This out of the box commission is unpacked with joy by Shaw to be done with razor sharp etchings by way of the brush! It envelops the senses with the original excitement of unwrapping the original gatefold cover that inspired this piece. Shaw reviews the tale of the tape to buffer for every zone of the piece to absorb and repell any mistakes. This piece is so powerful that it can knock out any stream of consciousness to command your attention.

Felix Lu
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

There have been a few since, but at the time you commissioned this, it was the first recreation of this classic cover that I can recall. It's an obvious choice but the sheer scale of it is what probably prevented it from being done before. Luckily, we embrace a challenge;)

F M
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

Insane!

Yo Kuri
Member Since 2019

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

BLING BLING!

Chris Snorek
Member Since 2009

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

I was blown away when this was revealed. I'm glad to see it in your gallery, Pat!

Eranga Devasurendra
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

Incredible piece and an inspired choice!

Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

It turned out pretty great and at least in your case the Iceman figure is still Iceman and not Silver Surfer.

Sorry, Ron, I couldn't resist!🤪⁠

Pat L
Member Since 2017

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

Ruben DaCollector wrote:

It turned out pretty great and at least in your case the Iceman figure is still Iceman and not Silver Surfer.

Sorry, Ron, I couldn't resist!🤪⁠

oh man the shade being thrown! guess will have to delete this controversial comment =)

Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

Pat L wrote:

oh man the shade being thrown! guess will have to delete this controversial comment =)

Nah, no shade at all. Ron's an honest cat and he's well aware the artist mixed it up. In fact, he pointed it out himself! Besides, Ron knows I'm just goofing on him. Censor me at your own peril, Pat!

Tyler T
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 8/30/2021

Iconic X-Men image executed to absolute perfection. Great idea for commission. Wow

K Gearon
Member Since 2011

1 - Posted on 9/12/2021

Great homage and a great piece of art in its own right! Love the Beast here, and Psylocke's face...gorgeous.Congrats!

Pat L
Member Since 2017

1 - Posted on 9/12/2021

K Gearon wrote:

Great homage and a great piece of art in its own right! Love the Beast here, and Psylocke's face...gorgeous.Congrats!

Thanks buddy! appreciate the comment drop!

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