The silver age of comic book art revised edition

Includes all comic books published during the period of 1956 to 1970. Silver age of comic books hey kids comics wiki fandom. Arlen schumer carmine infantino, steve ditko, jack kirby, gil kane, joe kubert, gene colan, jim steranko, and neal adams are some of the greatest comic book artists of their generation, who created some of their. Jun 16, 2014 the silver age of comics lecture at special edition nyc.

The silver age of comic book art public group facebook. Editions in a comic book series that feature the introduction of a new character, or a significant event in comic book history, are particularly sought after by collectors. The silver age of comic book art by arlen schumer home. The bronze age of comic books is an informal name for a period in the history of american superhero comic books usually said to run from 1970 to 1984. Arlen schumer is a member of the society of illustrators, creating comic bookstyle illustrations for advertising and editorial usage, and a foremost comic book historiancomic book artist magazine called him one of the more articulate and enthusiastic advocates of comic book art in america, and his book the silver age of comic book art won the independent publishers award for. A number of important comics writers and artists contributed to the early part of. The silver age of comic book art revised edition by. When you are browsing the racks at your local comic book store and happen upon silver age comic books for sale, you may wonder just what it is that makes them silver. Arlens the silver age of comic book art is revised and back in print, a lustrously illustrated hardcover, coffeetable book. An interview with arlen schumer comics alternative. Some of the greatest comic book artists of their generation, who created some of their greatest work during the silver age of comics circa 19561970. Silver age comics is one of nycs oldest comic shops.

Arlen schumer, author of the silver age of comic book art, singles out carmine infantinos flash as the embodiment of the design of the era. Silver age comic book supplies acid free bags, boards. The silver age circa 19561970 was one of the most popular and influential eras in comic book history among creators and readers alike. Paul levitz turns his archivist eye to the silver age of dc, beginning in the mid 1950s to 1970. Note that this is the period that spawned the adam west batman series and the superman broadway musical, and no, this is not a coincidence. On this interview episode, andy and derek are pleased to have as their guest arlen schumer. Your comic is neatly displayed centered in a mat border.

The silver age of comics lecture at special edition nyc youtube. May 30, 2015 the silver age of comic book art revised edition is a 196page, 9x fullcolor hardcover book and ebook about comic book art in the 1960s, and how the events of that turbulent decade were mirrored in the works of 8 hall of fame comic book artists. The silver age of comic books was a period of artistic advancement and widespread. Second, this was before there were comics shops, before there were the yellowcolored ads offering back issues for sale. A occurred in april of 1970 when the green lantern w. In short, if you have any interest in comic book art and the artists that drew them, this is the book for you. Taking comic book art to an astonishing new level and paving the way for future artists, the artists of the silver age of comics 19561970 and their work are celebrated in. Make your own comics with this comic book drawing paper multi panels blank comic books the silver age of comic book art revised edition stack silver, buy gold, for beginners. The silver age is the informal term applied to a specific period of comic book publishing history.

Issues shown here are generally ones that i owned, or still have. Existing comicbook publishers began creating superhero titles, as did new. Apr 01, 2004 the silver age circa 19561970 was one of the most popular and influential eras in comic book history among creators and readers alike. Any posts about jack kirbys or neal adams silver age work should post. Jan, 2019 if you are a fan of the silver age of comics, and you probably are if you belong to this group, and you have not had the opportunity to read arlen schumers book, the silver age of comic book art, drop everything, go to arlens site and place your order. The silver age of comic book art revised edition by arlen schumer. We have such a wide selection that the comics are broken out by letters. The silver age of comic book art archway publishing. Here is your chance to pick up those very hard to find issue comic books at a big discount. Get the best deals on silver age superhero comics 1956 1969.

The silver age of comic book art, revised edition hc by arlen schumer. Although the hobby of collecting comic books is not quite as old, it has spawned an industry of providing collectors. May 24, 2016 the silver age of comic book art, revised edition hc by arlen schumer. The beginning of the silver age of comics cosmic comics. It follows the silver age of comic books, and is followed by the modern age of comic books. The silver age of comic book art highlights the careers of eight acknowledged hall of fame artists who drew definitive versions of the industrys greatest characters, while often setting trends in the look of comic book art itself. Hence each comic is considered to be silver age if it is dated from october 1956 to december 1969. Get the best deals on silver age war comic books when you shop the largest online selection at. They not only drew definitive versions of the mediums greatest characters including. Be sure to browse our site and see what else we have to offer.

The silver age of comic book art gotham in the rain. Schumer constructed the book to look like the worlds biggest, most. You will only receive sale and show announcements if you sign up for our email list here. Arlen schumer is an awardwinning comic book style illustrator for the advertising and editorial markets, and a member of the society of illustrators. Nov 28, 2014 if you are a fan of the silver age of comics, and you probably are if you belong to this group, and you have not had the opportunity to read arlen schumers book, the silver age of comic book art, drop everything, go to arlens site and place your order. The silver age of comic books was a period of artistic advancement and commercial success in mainstream american comic books, predominantly in the superhero genre, that lasted roughly from 1956 to the late 1960searly 1970s. Arlen schumer is a member of the society of illustrators, creating comic bookstyle illustrations for advertising and editorial usage, and a foremost comic book historiancomic book artist magazine called him one of the more articulate and enthusiastic advocates of comic book art in america, and his book the silver age of comic book art won the independent publishers award for best. Hierarchy of the top silver age marvel comics silver age. Many editors, writers, pencillers and inkers participated in this revival. This black comic book frame turns your timeless comics into a piece of art. How and why to invest in physical precious metals and, protect your wealth, when the, money bubble pops silver. Welcome to the silver age of comic book art facebook group, a forum for discussing all things silver agecirca 19561970. Similar to the digital comic museum, which we wrote about last week, comic book plus contains a near inexhaustible quantity of golden and silver age comic books. The silver age of comic book art revised edition by arlen.

Browse and buy a vast selection of silver age comic books collections. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Silver age superhero comics 19561969 for sale ebay. Based on my interest and age, theres an emphasis on the early years of this period. Comic book heroes from silver age to the present sc. Carmine infantino, steve ditko, jack kirby, gil kane, joe kubert, jim steranko, neal adamsand others. The silver age was special for a few reasons, but first and foremost, the silver age was special because it rekindled the superhero comic book genre after its collapse at the end of the golden age.

A lovingly crafted tribute to the superhero comic of the 1960s, the silver age of comic book art recaptures the fourcolor visionary surge of the era, its jetage psychedelic rush of imagination and the titanic, luminous. Check out the current edition available this july for jamies comprehensive marketplace report representing todays comic book retailing and collecting markets. That all changed in 1954 with the publication of frederic werthams seduction of the innocent, a book that accused comics of creating juvenile delinquency and sexual deviancy. The silver age of comic book art revised edition is a 196page, 9x full color hardcover book and ebook about comic book art in the 1960s, and how the. Established in february 1991, in queens, ny, weve got a fantastic collection of vintage books, as well as the latest new releases. Dec 07, 20 hey guys, what are peoples thoughts on foreign versions of comic books and their value relative to the u. First, i estimate that there were about 960 comics featuring supermansuperboy or his friends, so its almost 60% of the total. Silver age comics shop our large selection superworld. Standard silver age comic books are 7 wide x 1012 tall. So much so that he lectures around the country talking about them, especially the silver age comic books and artists. Iron man comic book price guide another of the marvel age of comic book characters, iron man played in the superhero movies by robert downey jr. The art and writing of arlen schumer arlen schumer. The silver age lasted from 1954 or 1956 to about 1970 though some people count everything up until 1985 as part of it, folding in the the bronze age of comic books.

If you are a fan of the silver age of comics, and you probably are if you belong to this group, and you have not had the opportunity to read arlen schumers book, the silver age of comic book art, drop everything, go to arlens site and place your order. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. Having recently had my interest renewed in marvels silver age of comics, i have become curious as to what the current hierarchy is in respects to the top key issues. Comic books have been a popular storytelling medium since the mid1930s. They not only drew definitive versions of the medium s greatest characters, but set trends in the art of comic book storytelling. This comic price guide tells you the current values. The silver age of comics lecture at special edition nyc. This is a volume that is, as they say, in our wheelhouse, filled with gorgeous illutrations, commentary and historical tidbits. The silver age lasted from 1956 note to about 1972 although some people count everything up until 1985 as part of it, folding in the the bronze age of comic books.

The silver age of comic book art signed and sketchedin. Free the silver age of comic book art revised edition. The silver age of comic book art is a coffeetable comic and art history book written and designed by comic book historian and illustrator arlen schumer. Welcome to superworld comics silver age comics browsing page.

We offer silver age poly bags, mylars, backer boards, showcases, screwdowns, album pages, and just about anything else a comic book collector would need to store and display silver age comics. These books cover a wide range of genres, from superhero adventure tales to horror stories, allowing you to select the. His book, the silver age of comic book art, has recently been released in a beautiful, new revised edition from archway publishing. These books cover a wide range of genres, from superhero adventure tales to horror stories, allowing you to select the type of comic that fits your particular interests. The silver age coincided with the rise of pop art, an artistic movement that used popular cultural artifacts, such as advertising and packaging, as source material for fine, or galleryexhibited, art. Vincent bernard the silver age of comic book art is a beautiful, brilliant work of love and true passion. The silver age of comic book art revised edition is a 196page, 9x fullcolor hardcover book and ebook about comic book art in the 1960s, and how the events of that turbulent decade were mirrored in the works of 8 hall of fame comic book artists. Archway publishing, 2014 comic books have undergone cyclical surges of creativity, but none quite like the one experienced during whats now known as the silver age of comics. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The silver age of comic book art kindle edition by arlen schumer. While the overstreet comic book price guide is the foundation of our company, our coverage of popculture collectibles is much more expansive. Im sure that ward had to scrounge everywhere to find that many comics featuring the man of steel. Browse original art comic books and pop culture items at silver age comics. It originally came out in 2003 as a softcover, with a hardbound companion that included an extra section, but in this.

The flash considered to be the founding comic of the silver age. Silver age comics 19561969 silver age comics provide you with a look into the past, taking you to an era of books that spanned from 1956 to 1969. The silver age 19561970 was one of the most popular and influential eras in comic book history for creators and readers alike. Jan 12, 2020 here are comic book covers, and art, from the silver age considered to cover the period from 1956 to circa 1970. Silver age comic book supplies for comics from the mid 1950s to early 1970s. Silver age of comic book art hc 2014 bookmasters revised. Mar 29, 2019 how to size your comic books for proper storage. Depending on who you ask, either a magical time when comic books were wonderful and everyone read them, or a historical relic where everything was childish, pointless, andor ludicrous. Roy lichtenstein, one of the bestknown pop art painters, specifically chose individual panels from comic books and repainted the images.

The history of silver age comic books cosmic comics. Centering mostly on reproductions of covers, interior art, merchandising, pop culture, and of course thr batman tv show, this book is a wonderful trip down memory lane. The silver age of comic books also saw a massive diversification in the type of comic, with new genres like humor, mystery, juvenile, horror, and. He has given multimedia presentations for the new york art directors club and designed exhibits for the words and pictures museum in northampton. The silver age of comic book art by arlen schumer posts. May 01, 20 paul levitz turns his archivist eye to the silver age of dc, beginning in the mid 1950s to 1970. See more ideas about silver age comics, comic book covers and comic books. The collections timespan ranges from the late 1930s through to the early 1960s, and includes many thousands of comic books in the superhero, scifi, and horror genres.

Other notable artists of the era include curt swan, gene colan, steve ditko, gil. The silver age of comic books useful notes tv tropes. The silver age of comic book art revised edition artistwriterdesigner arlen schumer loves old comic books. May 24, 2018 arlens the silver age of comic book art is revised and back in print, a lustrously illustrated hardcover, coffeetable book. The silver age of comic books all the tropes wiki fandom. It will be complete and readable, but will show significant wear. A bona fide comic art book the reprinted and revised edition of arlen schumers work, first published over a decade ago, is not just any old. The silver age of comic book art by arlen schumer, hardcover. Arlen schumer is an awardwinning comic bookstyle illustrator for the advertising and editorial markets, and a member of the society of illustrators. The beginning of the silver age of comics welcome to the first installment of jolly jims jibber jabber. Share your favorite comic book covers or art from the silver age era or just feast your eyes. Some of the greatest comic book artists of their generation, who created some of their greatest work during the silver age of comics.