Last week, we announced that Frazer Irving was going to be handling the art duties on the next arc of BATMAN AND ROBIN. Along with that news we showcased Frazer’s lovely RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE #2 variant cover. But what of #1, you ask?
Well, here you go. Courtesy of superstar artist Chris Sprouse and inker Karl Story, the art team on #1:
This past Saturday, the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation took a moment to honor writer Greg Rucka and artists J.H. Williams III and Cully Hamner's work on DETECTIVE COMICS' Batwoman by naming the book the year's "Outstanding Comic Book" at their 21st Media Awards, held in New York City.
A description of the awards, from the GLAAD site: "The GLAAD Media Awards elevate and promote fair, accurate and inclusive stories of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) issues, people and allies that have increased awareness, understanding and respect for the lives of LGBT people. The GLAAD Media Awards also fund GLAAD's work to amplify stories of LGBT people and issues that build support for equality."
Congratulations to Greg, J.H. and the entire team behind Batwoman's adventures for this much-deserved honor.
Not a lot I need to add here, beyond -- wow.
We talked to the man responsible for this great piece of Bat-art. Take it away, David:
"Batman is such an iconic character and I've been a huge fan for so long that it was a surreal and amazing experience to draw him officially for the first time. I really have to thank Mike Marts for letting me be a part of such an important mile stone in the history of this book."
Thanks, David! And because it's Friday -- here are the pencils to that jaw-dropping cover.
A series doesn't get to #700 every day, so this is a moment to be celebrate -- and watched. BATMAN #700 hits in June, the same month as SUPERMAN #700 and WONDER WOMAN #600.
Writer Bryan Q. Miller and artist Talent Caldwell kick off a crossover with RED ROBIN, as Tim Drake returns to Gotham Cit. But who does he find in the Batcave? None other than Stephanie Brown, the new Batgirl. And when Ra's al Ghul attacks one of Batman's closest allies, Red Robin and Batgirl will have to put the past aside to save Leslie Thompkins's life. Continued in Red Robin #10.
BATGIRL #8 hits 3/10.
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We had a great time showcasing Andy Kubert's amazing pencils to the six BATMAN: RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE covers. And some of you figured out that when put together, the covers form one over-arching image. So, it's a no-brainer to want to showcase the covers together in all their glory. And because it's Friday, we're unveiling Andy's handiwork all at once. So click on the thumbnail below to see BATMAN: RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE #1-6 as one magnificent piece of art.
But there's more. For a gallery of the covers as standalone shots along with comments from writer Grant Morrison and Andy, swing over to IGN.
Writer Grant Morrison and artist Cameron Stewart conclude their epic tale, and with only months under his belt as Batman, will Dick Grayson faces perhaps the biggest threat of his life? In hopes of attaining his heart's desire, has Dick instead unleashed a terror the likes of which the world has never seen?
BATMAN AND ROBIN #9 hits 2/24.
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Courtesy of new artist Andy Clark. Enjoy.
James Robinson and artist Mark Bagley present a team reeling from the events of JUSTICE LEAGUE: CRY FOR JUSTICE, as a member is tended to after the horrific events of the mini-series. And, will the new Batman join the ranks of the team? Or does he have more pressing issues in Gotham?
JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA #42 hits 2/17.
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Well, we weren't going to leave you hanging there, especially considering the reaction to the first four covers we debuted here on The Source.
So here, to help get you through the week, are the final two covers of writer Grant Morrison's BATMAN: THE RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE, courtesy of legendary artist Andy Kubert. Including my personal favorite -- noir detective Batman:
Writer Mike Benson and artist Dustin Nguyen close out their sterling two-parter next week. BATMAN: STREETS OF GOTHAM #9 hits 2/17.
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