Monday, February 20, 2012

Kirby Komics


Back in the 60's, there was a wonderful comic book artist named Jack Kirby. He co-created the Fantastic Four, the Avengers, and many, many, many characters with Stan Lee over at Marvel Comics.

Many fans call Kirby "the King of Comics"

What earned him this nickname? It wasn't just the fact that he created/co-created so many characters in his life time. No, Kirby was much more than that. He was an amazing artist.

Its hard to explain Kirby. You really have to SEE Kirby.

So here's some of Jack Kirby's artwork in all its glory, uncolored, but still great: http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/08/28/jack-kirbys-birthday-original-artwork-gallery/

and here's some of his work in color: https://www.google.com/search?q=jack+kirby+gallery&hl=en&sa=X&prmd=imvnso&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&ei=wy5DT4y-CoiSgQfK9rmFCA&ved=0CCwQsAQ&biw=1440&bih=731

When you see Kirby, let your mind wander and imagine epic storylines of good vs. evil in times long ago and yet to come. Jack Kirby was one of the best comic book artists and his legecy can be seen everywhere at Mavel & still in some corners of the DC Universe. Kirby Komics live on, even though the man has been gone for awhile now. I suppose that happens with all great art, no matter what the genre.

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