Midwest Book Review

Modern Masters Volume 27: Ron Garney
Jorge Khoury & Eric Nolen-Weathington
TwoMorrows Publishing
10407 Bedfordtown Drive
Raleigh, NC 27614
9781605490403 $15.95 www.twomorrows.com

Modern Masters Volume 27: Ron Garney continues publisher TwoMorrows' impressive series spotlighting the work and legacy of popular modern comic book artists. A wealth of Garney's black-and-white illustrations on almost every page and a sampling of color pages enhance this book- length interview with a talented and dedicated man about his work, including his well-known runs on such widely loved titles as "Captain America", "Hulk", "Wolverine", and "Weapon X". Garney's talent for portraying both action and emotion stands out in this engaging tribute enthusiastically recommended for any superhero comic fan who has ever loved his work.

Continue reading...

Midwest Book Review

Modern Masters Volume 21: Chris Sprouse
Todd Dezago & Eric Nolen-Weathington
TwoMorrows Publishing
10407 Bedfordtown Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614
160549013X, $14.95, www.twomorrows.com

Modern Masters Volume 21: Chris Sprouse pairs the modern artwork of Chris Sprouse with interviews by Todd Dezago and the author, who explore Sprouse's background and what made him such an influential artist in the comics community. Fine insights reveal his projects, reflections and contributions to the industry.

Continue reading...

Midwest Book Review

Modern Masters Volume 22: Mark Buckingham
Eric Nolen-Weathington
TwoMorrows Publishing
10407 Bedfordtown Drive, Raleigh, NC 27614
1605490148, $15.95, www.twomorrows.com

Modern Masters Volume 22: Mark Buckingham provides a fine catalog of the works of one of the most prolific comic book illustrators in the industry. Readers may know his works from Sandman, Spider-Man and other series: he's won multiple Eisner Awards and his black and white illustrations here accompany insights from interviews relating how he finds inspiration and draws his scenes. A fine pick for any definitive collection on comic artists!

Continue reading...

Midwest Book Review

Modern Masters V. 24: Guy Davis
Eric Nolen-Weathington
TwoMorrows Publishing
10407 Bedfordtown Dr., Raleigh, NC 27614
1605490237, $15.95 www.twomorrows.com

Any graphic novel or cartoon collection will recognize the fame and name of Guy Davis, whose artwork specializes in the mysterious and macabre. His hit was Baker Street but his current Hellboy series is also notable in the world of comics and art, and this survey pairs black and white panels and comics with Guy Davis' own insights and reflections on his art, making this a pick for any graphic novel or comics collection.

Continue reading...