George Perez is known as the comic book artist who can draw anything and fit more stuff on a page than ever thought possible. He is the 'King of Clutter'.
His talent for innovative page layouts, realistic figures and settings and his unlimited imagination are well known.
As a young man George started working primarily for Marvel Comics. As his work progressed he gained more confidence and as a result he took more chances with his art and soon became famous for his ‘cluttered’ pages.
In my opinion George’s work began to define itself while he worked on The Fantastic Four during the late 1970s.
An example that really showcases his maturing style is Fantastic Four # 184. The cover alone exemplifies George’s style and imagination.
Take a look at the character design of that issue’s protagonist: The Eliminator. Take about detail!
The entire cover screams craftsmanship and talent. The interior is no less impressive.
Issue #187 ratchets up the details with the cover starring Klaw as he attacks the FF. The unusual cover layout spotlights the FF and Klaw as seen through the legs of another foe.
An example of George’s cluttered look can been seen by the equipment and wreckage the FF and Klaw play against. The interior art is just as impressive as the cover.
Both issues in raw, mint condition can be purchased for around $10 each.
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