Artist Spotlight: The Art Of . . . Skottie Young

Showcasing art from some of my favourite artists, and those that have attracted my attention, in the field of visual arts, including vintage; pulp; pop culture; books and comics; concert posters; fantastical and imaginative realism; classical; contemporary; new contemporary; pop surrealism; conceptual and illustration.

The art of Skottie Young.

Cool Art: Cover Art For Marvel's Return To The 'Star Wars' Universe

Marvel Comics returned to the 'Star Wars' universe last week with the first issue of an ongoing series written by Jason Aaron, illustrated by John Cassady, coloured by Laura Martin, and lettered by Chris Eliopolous.

There was also a glut of variant cover art, including solicited variants produced by Marvel as well as retailer exclusives, to celebrate 'Star Wars' #1.

Check out the cover art below, I've not included some of the black & white sketch variants, just the full colour editions.

by John Cassaday (1st Printing)

Cool Art: 'Baby' variants for Star Wars #1, Darth Vader #1, and Princess Leia #1 by Skottie Young

'Baby' variant cover art by Skottie Young for Marvel Comics' new 'Star Wars' comics series, Star Wars #1, Darth Vader #1, and Princess Leia #1.

'Princess Leia #1' - a five-issue miniseries in March, 2015 written by Mark Waid and art by Terry Dodson.

'Star Wars #1' - a new ongoing series launching in January, 2015 written by Jason Aaron and art by John Cassaday.

'Darth Vader #1' begins in February, 2015 written by Kieron Gillen and art by Salvador Larroca

Comic Book Art: Dorothy And The Wizard In Oz

Continuing my look at my favourite comic books and their cover art, with Dorothy And The Wizard In Oz.

The fourth in the series of adaptations of L Frank Baum's classic Oz series. Written by Eric Shanower and illustrated by Skottie Young, the series debuted in September 2011 on Marvel Comics.

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Comic Book Art: Ozma Of Oz

Continuing my look at my favourite comic books and their cover art, with Ozma Of Oz.

The third in the series of adaptations of L Frank Baum's classic Oz series. Written by Eric Shanower and illustrated by Skottie Young, the series debuted in January 2011 on Marvel Comics.

Hit the jump to see the cover art.

Comic Book Art: The Marvelous Land Of Oz

Continuing my look at my favourite comic books and their cover art, with The Marvelous Land Of Oz.

The second in the series of adaptations of L Frank Baum's classic Oz series. Written by Eric Shanower and illustrated by Skottie Young, the series debuted in January 2010 on Marvel Comics.

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Comic Book Art: The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz

Continuing my look at my favourite comic books and their cover art, with The Wonderful Wizard Of Oz.

The first in the series of adaptations of L Frank Baum's classic Oz series. Written by Eric Shanower and illustrated by Skottie Young, the series debuted in February 2009 on Marvel Comics.

Hit the jump to see the cover art.

The Art Of Pop Culture: Skottie Young

Continuing to showcase artwork by some of my favourite pop culture artists. This time it's the work of Skottie Young.

For more information and art, check out his website, his Deviant Art page, and follow him on Twitter @skottieyoung.

More examples of Skottie's art after the jump, as always, click to embiggen.

The Art Of Barsoom: Marvel Comics (2012 Covers)

Continuing my look at the various artists inspired by Edgar Rice Burroughs' Barsoom / John Carter series.

This time, it's a look at the cover art of the recent Marvel Comics adaptations and the 'World Of Mars' prequel to the Disney John Carter Movie.

A Princess Of Mars #1 by Skottie Young