Clover Press has released a whole host of deluxe hardcovers recently focusing on artwork from individual creators, from the late, great Michael Turner to Vinne and beyond. What all of these collections all have in common is one thing: quality. It’s clear that Clover Press puts a great deal of care and craftsmanship into whatever project its staff tackles.
Its latest endeavor is focusing on the talent of legendary artist Mike Zeck, the iconic comic titan known for his gorgeous, detailed rendering of Marvel Comics properties, including his seminal work on Kraven’s Last Hunt, Punisher: Circle of Blood, Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars, and so many more. And coming soon to Kickstarter, Clover Press and Marvel are bringing The Marvel Art of Mike Zeck to fans old and new alike!
That’s why we’re so excited to give you an exclusive first look at the puzzle art available in the campaign! It’s a puzzle of the first issue of Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars! How freaking cool is THAT?! Take a look at the gorgeous graphics below, the covers to the compulation, the full press release, AND give the Kickstarter a gander!
From the official press release for the Kickstarter:
Clover Press and Marvel are collaborating for The Marvel Art Of… books, a series of high-end, boutique artbooks that showcase legendary Marvel Comics artists, featuring iconic images alongside rare and never-before-seen artwork. The tenth book in the stunning series will be THE MARVEL ART OF MIKE ZECK, a high-end coffee table book featuring a portfolio, prints, and more that celebrate the career of the well-loved artist. Breaking out at Marvel in 1977 as the penciler for Shang-Chi, Master of Kung-Fu, Mike Zeck grew to fame illustrating the twelve-issue Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars in which he designed the new iconic black costume for Spider-Man. Zeck’s mile-long list of contributions to Marvel include Kraven’s Last Hunt, Punisher: Circle of Blood, Captain America, Spectacular Spider-Man, and more, though he is remembered the most for work on the first Punisher mini-series in 1986, which has influenced every artist who has since illustrated the character. Head to Kickstarter to support the campaign.
The Marvel Art Of… books are a series of high-end, boutique artbooks that showcase legendary Marvel Comics’ artists, featuring iconic images alongside rare and never-before-seen artwork. The Marvel Art of Mike Zeck collects Zeck’s most stunning, most action-packed, and most well-loved Marvel illustrations from Marvel titles like Captain America, Spider-Man, Punisher and more in a 200+ page 9″ x 12″ high end coffee table book. The campaign will also feature 11″ x 17″ prints, stickers, a puzzle, signed books, and more. The Marvel Art Of… series debuted in 2023 with The Marvel Art of David Mack and The Marvel Art of Alex Maleev, followed by stunning art books for Michael Allred, Russell Dauterman, Mike Del Mundo, Dan dos Santos, Tyler Kirkham, David Nakayama, and Michael Turner.
“I first met Mike at the Chicago Comicon in 1986 right after his Punisher was released, and he left such a positive impression on this very impressionable kid,” said Clover Press Publisher Hank Kanalz. “I had the privilege of working with him on a couple of projects over the years, and I am thrilled that in retirement, he’s agreed to be a part of our prestigious The Marvel Art Of… line of art books.
To visit the campaign for The Marvel Art of Mike Zeck, head to Kickstarter or BackerKit.
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