Gallery Comments by Robert Porterfield

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Hello Maicol,

     I agree. 

     There is something about the posture of this soaring Thor figure that is captured only by the Kirby/Everett duo.

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Michael,

     I happened upon your page because of a piece of art from a book we both share - ASM#8. I just wanted to thank you for reminding me why we collect comics and comic art - to Participate/share. My collection has been examinded many times with my only surviving brother. He just had a scare (heart attack) and was close to death. Being over 70, our conviction of immortality has been lost, unlike that of our favorite characters, but our friendship is based on common history. This medium is another chance for us to reminisce, and it is as precious to me as it was with your brother. 

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No.

I still own and love this cover. 

He is one of my favorite artist.

Thanks for the comments.

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Thanks Marcus.

 I have a sweet spot for many of the characters in this movie. Tragedy and sympathy is her game and she adorns them in a way reminiscent of the viper before striking.

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Wowzer!!!

Your dad knew that this series was in direct contrast to The Cronicles Of Narnia. Yes, it was similar, but none of the religious providence was implicit. 

My son also loved this series, and as a matter of fact, I took him to see LLoyd Alexander at our local Elementary school over 30 years ago. We have of picture from that meeting.

My son just had his first child, and is reading The Book of Three to him currently.

Are you also interested in Hayao Miyazaki? - Totoro, Kiki's Delivery Service ect...

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Hello Marcus,

     Thanks for you comments. I have really been out of the market for quite a bit of time as resources were scarce. I have always wanted a Simon - Kirby piece, especially any kind of cover (used or unused). I couldn't resist. In two years this piece will be 70 years old!

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That is soooo awesome.

But one big question: Why in the world would you sell this priceless gem by an important artist and an iconic pose (stolen from the famous 'kiss' in the rain Spidey and MaryJane) and representation?!

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When this piece was offered for sale originally, I missed it; fell asleep. He was my son's favorte movie character and one of my favorite artists. So when it was offered on Ebay I made an offer.

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Always a spot on interpretation of the intent of the artist. You are an old sole in a young facade.

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I loved this piece the moment I saw it. Yes, Kirby like, but more importantly, a Kirby collaborator - Sinnott.

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Thanks.

I'm a Kirby collector who can no longer afford his art, so 'want-to-be-Kirby' is the next best thing. But actually, Sinnott made me want this piece.

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Yep. I agree.

This was my only 'Atractive Women' purchase; except for the Timm's Vamperella. To be honest, what struck me was the colors: red, green and yellow.

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Yep, I love the quirky style of this master.

Would love to get my hands on the cover...

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Ha ha.

Thanks. I love the way Starlin draws Hulk.

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I like this character for the same reason I like Marvel Movies - the 'suspend disbelief' comedy narrative; Frankie's missing sausage links. 

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Sorry, this was the quote used before bidding started. I just pinched it from Heritage.

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Ha ha ha ha.

I'm sure you're correct.

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Ha ha ha ha ha ...

Probably not.

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Thanks, Jason.

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I bought this piece of art for 2 reasons: One, I wanted a Kirby/Ditko Spider-man; Two, I always wanted a 65 Corvette, but never had the money. Now I can buy one in exchange for this piece. 

Ha Ha.

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Ha ha ha ha

Do you have a #121 page?

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Thanks for the welcome, Ruben.

I am not sure why I havn't found this site earlier. Perhaps because I collect for fun (and my sons), and not for profit.

I have been tickled by ComicLink and Heritage, but I'd rather trade than sell.

Bob

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Yep. It does.

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Thank you for the information. I found the publication. It was cool to see the pencils in color. I will read these publications with renewed interest. I did not know that they existed. Thanks again,

Bob

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While I am not sure what the 'GameStop variant' is, I know it is a variant. When I archived this page I did notice the list of variants and Keown was one of them. I simply liked the detail that this man puts into his work, and who could ever forget the 'kiss in the rain' between Spidey and Mary Jane.

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Ha ha.

After posting a lot of my art, I did not understand that most would consider me bragging. I am not. I just havn't ever sold a piece of art. I traded some pieces, but never sold. I mostly buy and sell comics. Since I am old, Kirby was the only artist I was interested in, so I have some pieces that I bought before the market went nuts.

Thanks for your comments,

Bob

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Wow! I was unaware of this. Could you elaborate? What is Twomorrows? Is that a comic series or a tribute to Kirby?

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Check out the Spiderman/Deadpool #1 I have posted on my page. That is the best Keown I own; that is, in my opinion. I love the mockery of the early Spiderman kiss with Mary Jane.

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Ha ha. I missed that. You can study this piece for an hour and something new will pop out.

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Adding to the nuances of this piece, besides combining both DC and Marvel characters, it was painted in some areas with 'Glow in the Dark' paint.

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Yep, the smaller the package the more the need to show that size doesn't matter.

Ha ha 

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So true.

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I'm quite sure you were, or are, an English Major.

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I still fight like this with my oldest brother.

Sadly, we lost our middle brother last year. 

It's never too late to reunite if you can...

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Really?

I hated Loki.

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Again, quite an astute comment about the Abbey Road reference that I missed. I really think I should be evaluated for Dimentia. 

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It's funny. I'm an old man and my son (36) asked me to watch My Neighbor Totoro. He was floored with Miyazaki's ability to create whimsy with message. I agreed. His movies can be viewed on so many levels. I loved this scene and was willing to spend too much money to acquire it; but I am happy someone else shares my love of 'feel good about life' kinds of movies. I am also glad he has agreed to come out of retirement for another go. I have some other cells I will post since maybe there are more Miyazaki fans than You, my son and me.

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Funny, I had the same thought and wrote to Josh Nathanson about it. Thankfully, he talked me into buying the 'pure pencil' nature of this piece. I, reluctantly, came up with money; but when I finally received the piece, I was blown away.

Thanks for your comments and welcoming me to this new site.

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Just visited your page. Wow! What a story. You absolutely have gone full circle in this industry. Most do not have stories like this, simply because they are not that old. (That was my attempt at humor.) I do not have that illustrious a story concerning my background in collecting, but my older brother did. I remember when he forced me to go to Passiac, New Jersey to buy comics. He bought Fantastic Four #1 for $300. I bought Daredevil #1 for $7. I hated spending $7 for this book! I remember taking ALL my old Spider-men comics to Fat Jack's (20th street Philadelphia) and exchanged them for AF #15. Chuck (A worker at the desk) saved this book for me because he knew I couldn't afford a better example. This book was restored, but back then we had no idea what that meant. I traded over 25 old, old Spider-men. Do you know how much I hated getting rid of those old, well-loved and read examples of my childhood? As I got older, I submitted this book to CGC. Of course it came back restored 6.5, but that book IS my story. Spider-man occupied my every day thoughts, and why not; he was ME - or US all!. You probably fit into that catagory. 

Well, thanks for sharing your story; and 'Hell yeah' what a great collection you have - but I like your story just as much. -Nuff said.

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You know, I missed that. 

This piece is large art and looks incredible in person.

I wish I owned more 'Large Art' pieces, but I am happy with the few pieces I do have.

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Dam...I missed that.

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Ha ha ha ha.

I laughed for 10 minutes when I read this.

At times, I have had the same type of internal response to situations; however, my age and body capabilities restrain the impulse to cause a calamity of 'comic proportions' (pun intended) given my inability to formulate any agressive response.

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Interesting...

In what way is he causing havoc, or did I just miss the subtle nature of your comment?

Either way, thanks for the comment.

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Yep. Old men (and women) with antiquated ideas about honor and principals are in full focus with these old "God of Thunder' ideals. Perhaps that is what is needed in today's fractured society. 

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Ha ha. When you get to my age, you accumulate a lot of stuff. Some are good, but most are trash.

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I remember when I bought this story. I wasn't sure I should pay for pages that I didn't want; happily, I did.

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Sam Keith...so unique. 

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His art is the reason why I collect; and I detect that you feel the same way.