Illustration Magazine (2002 1st Series) comic books 2008

2008 reissue. Written by Bill Vann, Dan Zimmer, Piet Schreuders, Kent Steine, and Todd Hignite. Art by Haddon H. Sundblom, James Avati, and Jack Faragasso. Expanded and revised version of Illustration #1. 8 1/2-in. x 11-in., 64 pgs, full color. Cover price $15.00.

Gustaf Tenggren - the Swedish artist best known for his work on Walt Disney's features Snow White and Pinocchio - is the subject of an in-depth feature with over 80 full-color illustrations from every phase of his long career. Mary rare and little-seen book illustrations are featured, as well as many productions shot from the original artwork. Also featured in this issue of Illustration is the work of legendary magazine illustrator Al Parker, the father of contemporary illustration. Cover price $15.00.

The latest issue of Illustration features the most extensive article ever published concerning the pulp art of Frederick Blakeslee, best-known for his brilliant cover work in the aviation pulps of the 1930's and 40's. Noted pulp historian David Saunders explores Blakeslee's work in depth, with over 100 full-color reproductions from every phase of his long career. Also featured in this issue is the work of magazine illustrator Morton Roberts, a wonderful painter who died tragically long. Rounding out the issue is a feature on The Merrill Company Publishers and the discovery and salvation of their archives containing over 600 original paintings originally made for the covers of childrens books from the 1940's and 50's. Cover price $15.00.

Dave Stevens In Memoriam page. This issue features an extensive look at the magazine story illustration of Dean Cornwell, "The Dean of Illustrators." Scores of reproductions from his original paintings are included. Also featured in this issue is the work of Cooper Studio artist Murray Tinkelman, whose meticulous line drawings have been world famous for decades. Rounding out the issue is an article on Constantin Alajalov, artist for The New Yorker and The Saturday Evening Post, among others. Also included are the usual book reviews, plus a run down of the latest exhibitions and events related to illustration history. Cover price $15.00.

This special edition issue of Illustration features an extensive look at the life and work of Mort Kunstler, featuring highlights from every facet of his long career. From paperbacks, pulps and adventure magazines, to Aurora model kits, slicks, and his recent work illustrating events from the Civil War, Mort is one of the most prolific and important illustrators from the last fifty years. The issue also features a look at Mort Kunstler the collector, with a special tour of his personal art collection. Also included are book reviews, and a run down of the latest exhibitions and events related to illustration history. Cover price $15.00.