One such film: Logan’s Run, starred Michael York and Peter Ustinov.
York plays Logan an age enforcer for a society that kills off anyone over 30. When Logan turns 30 he rebels and he, along with a young woman, attempt to escape one of several cities where the ‘over 30’ laws are enforced.
The movie is about the flight to freedom and what they discover.
Marvel Comics acquired the comic book rights to the film.
Here’s where it gets interesting.
Back in that period many now famous comic book artists got their start: John Byrne, Bernie Wrightson, Craig Russell and a plethora of up and coming talent.
One such artist, a young man named George Perez, got his start at Marvel Comics at that time-he was barely out of his teens.
Obviously his style was developing and yet there were indications of the artist he would become. While not yet polished George's art did display much of the detail he is known for along with some unusual page layouts.
His figures were somewhat bulky and clunky but as the series progressed so did George's style and proficiency at drawing humans.
Relative newcomer inker Klaus Jansen aided George. His inks really helped polish George’s pencils.
I recommend any young artist who is hoping to become a comic book artist (or illustrator for that matter) to do some research.
Find a favorite artist’s earlier work and study how their style, technique and expertise grew over the years.
No one starts out as a polished artist. It takes hard work, perseverance and patience. Be open to criticism, suggestions and any opportunity to display your work.
It takes a lot of determination, blood, sweat and tears to make it in any art profession. Stick with it, take chances, being willing to change and never take things personally.
Comic book art requires professionalism. It is a job like any other and needs to be treated like the business it is.
Competition breeds determination, growth and improvement. Don’t be a afraid to make mistakes (learn from them) or to try something different. It won’t be easy, but anything worthwhile takes the effort.
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