Marvel Art of Mike Deodato HC (2011) comic books 2009-2011

1st printing. Written by JOHN RHETT THOMAS. Cover by Mike Deodato. Mike Deodato made a big splash during the mid-'90s with a style combining a solid grasp of anatomy; layouts bristling with dynamic energy; and a brash, trendsetting dynamism that set him apart as a visionary Marvel could build around for the rest?of the decade and beyond. With his startling work on Warren Ellis' THOR setting the pace, Deodato's later triumphs on?INCREDIBLE HULK, AMAZING SPIDER-MAN and THUNDERBOLTS set the stage for his jaw-dropping visuals on DARK?AVENGERS - where the stark, moody character of his work was a perfect match for writer Brian Michael Bendis'?deconstruction of Norman Osborn's sanity. THE MARVEL ART OF MIKE DEODATO celebrates the vibrant and vital career of one of comics' elite artists with a bounty of interior and cover art, character sketches, and unpublished work. Featuring commentary from many of Mike's industry peers as well as the artist himself! Hardcover (Horizontal Format), 11 1/2-in. x 10-in., 240 pages, full color. Cover price $49.99.