Mark Schultz Various Drawings SC (2005) comic books 2004-2006

Volume 1 - 1st printing. Mark Schultz has garnered the respect of his peers for his near-perfect approach to the dry brush technique. Xenozoic Tales solidified him as a master of the form. Now great care has been taken to reproduce Mark's originals as faithfully as possible, with the artist's discerning eye approving every aspect of production. Contents include private commissions, a previously unpublished cover for SubHuman, and more. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.

Volume 2 - 1st printing. In this second volume of the ongoing Various Drawing series, Mark Schultz gives us a dynamic new collection of illustrations. Examples feature Schultz's work for illustration, comics, private commissions, and stunning new works created especially for this book. Schultz takes you through the stages of the drawing process, from concept to finish. Pencil, brush and ink, and Wolff pencil are employed to delineate his subjects. Showcased with over 50 drawings, the majority of the book features his most recent works. Schultz's world of Xenozoic Tales is represented with specialty drawings. New concepts for future Xenozoic Tales covers and stories are included as well. A gatefold features an incredible private commission of a thirties-style Sunday newspaper strip. Each piece of artwork has been selected by Schultz for inclusion in this book. In addition, all stages of production have been overseen and approved by Schultz. The hardbound edition is limited to 1,000 copies. Exclusive to this edition is a bound-in plate reproducing an unpublished piece done in Wolff pencil. Each copy is numbered and signed. Introduction by Gary Gianni. Softcover, 8-in. x 11-in., 48 pages, B&W. Cover price $19.95.