This is my favorite Ethan Van Sciver GL cover of all time. In it, Van Sciver evinces not only Brian Bolland, to whom he is often compared, but also apparently channels legendary GL creator Gil Kane. It is a compelling combination that works well in this highly detailed, yet powerful piece.
The "Wanted" TBP for which this is the cover, starts with the often used comic (and movie) mechanism of GL being framed for a multiple murder he didn't commit. It ends up being somewhat more as well as a foundation block for the Blackest Night saga. As with any Geoff Johns / Ivan Reis collaboration, it is a fun ride and a worthwhile read.
Tremendous thanks to Nelson, of Animated Ink fame, and Alkis Vlachos for this piece. If you are lucky in this hobby, you may meet a great collector or you may make a great friend. To me, Nelson is both of these. Remarkably, a short while after I told Nelson how this was my all time favorite EVS GL cover, Alkis kindly sold this piece to Nelson, and Nelson surprised me and offered it to me, deriving no benefit for himself in doing so. Nelson (and Alkis), thank you so very much for everything.
