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Flesk Publications to exhibit at Book Expo America!

We will be exhibiting at Book Expo America, along with our distributor SCB Distributors. The show runs from May 29-June 1, 2008 at the Los Angeles Convention Center. We will be at booth #’s 2601-2614. Stop by and see our latest books and galleys, and to pick up our free catalog and exclusive show posters.

Mark Schultz Xenozoic Tales Print Coming This Summer!

Announcing the first new Xenozoic Tales product in 10 years! Mark Schultz has executed an all-new dynamic image for this upcoming print. Two editions will be available. A limited signed edition on specialty paper, and an unsigned edition. Full details and pricing will be available on our website in June, 2008. This print will first be available at our booth at the San Diego Comic-Con International in July.

Ray Harryhausen Writes Introduction to William Stout: Prehistoric Life Murals!

Ray Harryhausen is the legendary visual effects creator whose career spans over half a century. His film credits include Mighty Joe Young (1949), The Beast from 20,000 Fathoms (1953), It Came From Beneath the Sea (1955), Earth vs. the Flying Saucers (1956), 20 Million Miles to Earth (1957), The Seventh Voyage of Sinbad (1958) and Jason and the Argonauts (1963). In 1992, Harryhausen received a Lifetime Achievement Oscar, and in 2003 he was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

See Our Latest Flesk Ad in the Latest Issue of Illustration Magzine #22!

Pick up Illustration Magazine #22 and see our latest ad promoting our upcoming books William Stout: Prehistoric Life Murals and Gary Gianni’s The Prince Valiant Page! This issue also features a review of our book Steve Rude: Artist in Motion. Illustration Magazine is a first class periodical featuring fine reproduction and interesting articles on classic illustrators.

Sergio Aragonés Writes the Introduction to Al Williamson’s Flash Gordon: A Lifelong Vision of the Heroic!

Sergio Aragonés awards include the National Cartoonists Society's Reuben Award, and the Will Eisner Hall of Fame Award. He has appeared in Mad magazine since the mid-’60s. He also produced 16 best-selling original Mad paperback books. His animation has been featured on numerous TV shows, including The Shirley MacLaine Special, The Cher Special, The Half-Hour Comedy Hour and Dick Clark's TV Bloopers and Practical Jokes.

Free Comic Book Day issue of The Moth from Rude Dude Productions Coming Soon!

Rude Dude Productions present a complimentary copy of The Moth by Steve Rude and Gary Martin for Free Comic Book Day! Rude and Martin deliver an action packed adventure that reminds us of what comics are all about! Check out our ad for Steve Rude: Artist in Motion on the back cover! FCBD runs on Saturday, May 3, 2008. FCBD is a day when participating comic book shops give away comic books absolutely free. Visit Rude Dude Productions for more information.

Flesk Publications and Mark Schultz Exhibiting at WonderCon, Booth #1122, Feb. 22-24!

We will be exhibiting at WonderCon running from February 22-24. Mark Schultz will be at our table all three days. Mark will have original art for sale. Stop by early for the best selection as most pieces sell within the first few hours of the first day. Our lead designer Randy Dahlk will be present as well offering WonderCon exclusive Schultz items. In addition, we will have our new Steve Rude book, and previews of upcoming titles. Visit us at booth #1122.

Gary Gianni and Mark Schultz Posters Exclusive to WonderCon, Book Expo, and San Diego Comic-Con Patrons!

Flesk has produced special posters for Mark Schultz's Storms at Sea and Gary Gianni's The Prince Valiant Page. Theses exclusive items are only available from our booth. You can purchase them at WonderCon or Comic-Con in San Diego for $10.00 each, or both for $15.00, or get one free poster with any retail book purchase. Anyone who buys our new Steve Rude book from us at WonderCon gets one free poster, your pick!

Nexus #100 Features Steve Rude: Artist in Motion Back Cover Ad!

Steve Rude's Nexus #100 is now available. See the first fully painted comic story by Rude in this issue. Featured on the back cover is an advertisement for Steve Rude: Artist in Motion. For more information about Nexus and Steve Rude’s Rude Dude Productions, visit their website here. For more information on our new Rude art book Artist in Motion, click here.

New Al Williamson Book Under Development! Al Williamson’s Flash Gordon: A Lifelong Vision of the Heroic!

Announcing a new book under development from Flesk! Al Williamson’s Flash Gordon: A Lifelong Vision of the Heroic will feature all of Williamson's known work associated with Flash Gordon. This collection will also feature many unpublished Flash Gordon sketches and finished pieces direct from Williamson. After two years of research, we are now in the process of designing the book. Mark Schultz writes the history of Al's working on the character. This 256 pages, 9" X 12" hardbound collection will be a must have!

William Stout: Prehistoric Life Murals; New Book Slated For Summer 2008!

We are pleased to announce this monumental collection featuring all of William Stout's mural work. This includes his recently completed works for The San Diego Natural History Museum. This hardbound collection, written by Stout will be 176 pages in full color at 10" X 12" in size.

Announcing Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea adapted by Gary Gianni!

Flesk is proud to announce Jules Verne's Twenty Thousand Leagues under the Sea adapted by Gary Gianni will be available in summer 2008. This full color hardbound book will also feature ten story illustrations to accompany The Sea Raiders by H.G. Wells, also included. Fully colored and designed by Jim Keegan.

See our Steve Rude: Artist in Motion ad in Illustration Magazine #20!

Pick up the latest issue of Dan Zimmer's Illustration Magazine #20 and see our full page ad on Steve Rude: Artist in Motion. One of Rude's major influences, Andrew Loomis, is featured in this issue. To order the magazine click here.

Steve Rude: Artist in Motion Now Available!

Four years in the making, Steve Rude: Artist in Motion is now available! Both hardbound and deluxe signed hardbound in slipcase is available. For full details on the book and to view sample images, click here. Please visit our ordering page on purchasing options by clicking here.

Gary Gianni Interviewed About Illustrating Gentlemen of the Road!

Gary Gianni talks with John Fleskes about his recent art duties illustrating Michael Chabon’s Gentlemen of the Road. Gianni explains how he picked up the assignment and the challenges along the way. Read it here.

Mark Schultz Original Drawing in Various Drawing up on Ebay!

Check out our special Ebay auction featuring the new deluxe edition of Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Volume Three. This copy contains an amazing piece of original art on the title page by Schultz. Go straight to the Ebay auction by clicking here.

Pre-Order our Upcoming Book, Steve Rude: Artist in Motion!

Flesk Publications announces the availability to pre-order our upcoming book, Steve Rude: Artist in Motion. The book will be available late fall 2007. For full details on the book and to view sample images, click here. Please visit our ordering page on purchasing options by clicking here.

Mark Schultz Original Art Raffle Winner Announced!

Congratulations to David Crider on winning the raffle for an original Mark Schultz piece of art! Thanks to everyone who entered the raffle by pre-ordering the Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Volume Three, or purchased it at the Comic Con International in San Diego! See our August 2007 newsletter for more information.

Win Mark Schultz Original Art!

One lucky person is going to win a Mark Schultz original drawing from Flesk Publications! The way to enter the drawing is by either pre-ordering the new Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Volume Three book by August 1, or by purchasing a copy of the book at our booth #5118 at the San Diego Comic-Con. The winner will be randomly selected from this pool of people on August 5. All pre-orders ship on August 1. Details on pre-ordering the book can be found on our order page.

See our Steve Rude: Artist in Motion ad in Nexus #99!

After a ten-year hiatus, Steve Rude is bringing Nexus back. See the comic that won him numerous industry awards and solidified his reputation as one of the premier comic artists of our time. Nexus: Space Opera Act 1 of 4 hits stores this July. Featured on the back cover is an advertisement for our upcoming book Steve Rude: Artist in Motion. For more information about Nexus and Steve Rude’s Rude Dude Productions, visit their website here. For more information on our new Rude art book Artist in Motion, click here.

Now taking pre-orders for Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen!

We are now accepting pre-orders for our latest printing of Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen. We are please to offer this book again as we have had numerous requests to reprint the book. For more information on the book click here. Details on pre-ordering the book can be found on our order page.

Mark Schultz Interview in Illo #1!

The inaugural issue of Dan Zimmer’s new magazine, Illo, features a 22 page Mark Schultz article and gallery. John Fleskes interviews Schultz on his career starting with his Conan work up to recent projects. Illo, which focuses on contemporary illustrators, has the same high standards as Zimmer’s Illustration Magazine. Visit your local book store to pick up a copy, or order direct from Zimmer here.

Flesk Publications to exhibit at Comic-Con International San Diego, Booth #5118!

Flesk Publications will be exhibiting at Comic-Con International in San Diego from July 26-29, 2007! We are exited to have two booths this year to showcase our expanding line of books. We will have the new Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen reprint and Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Volume Three available. Stop by and see our promotional material for our upcoming titles on Steve Rude, Gary Gianni, Mark Schultz, and William Stout! Booth #5118. For more information on the show, click here.

Flesk Publications to exhibit at Book Expo America, Booth #3774!

Flesk Publications will be exhibiting at Book Expo America from May 31 to June 3. The BEA is the premier book trade show in the US. It is held at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in NYC. We will be set up with our distributor to the book trade, SCB Distributors, at booth #3774. Stop by and see galleys on our latest titles. For more information about the show, click here.

The Prince Valiant Page by Gary Gianni. New Book Under Development!

We have just begun development of The Prince Valiant Page by Gary Gianni, which will be published by Flesk Publications in spring 2008! This book gives a well-rounded informative look at both Gianni’s rendition of the Prince Valiant Sunday strip and his own working procedures. More information and sample artwork from the book will be featured on our website soon!

Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Volume Three Coming Soon!

The latest collection of Mark Schultz’s art, Various Drawings Volume Three, will be available on August 1, 2007. We will have the book available for the San Diego Comic-Con International starting on July 26. For full details and sample images click here.

Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen reprint coming July 2007-New Cover!

Flesk Publications is reprinting our inaugural title, Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen! The re-release date is set for July 2007. The book has been out of stock for over six months, and we are pleased to have had numerous requests to order the book, prompting Flesk Publications to bring Painter with a Pen back in print. New to this edition is a revised cover, still reminiscent of the original cover. The interior contents are identical to the original edition.

Flesk Publications to exhibit at Wonder Con 2007 - Booth #219

Wonder Con has moved to March 2-4 for 2007. This is one of our favorite shows. It features high profile guests and is always enjoyable. Mark Schultz will be joining us again this year. He will be selling his original artwork and signing during the entire three days at our booth. We will have our entire line of books available, including the new Bama book! We only have a small number of Bama deluxe and signed copies allocated for the show, so stop by early if you want one. More info about the show can be found here.

Flesk Publications signs with SCB Distributors!

Flesk Publications books are now distributed to the book trade by SCB Distributors. This move by Flesk will allow for the availability of our titles in chain bookstores, specialty gift shops, museums, as well as on popular online outlets. We are pleased to offer greater accessibility to view and purchase our books through SCB. Retailers and wholesalers interested in offering our books can find SCB Distributors contact information here.

More James Bama Reviews and Features!

We have had a great start for the New Year. January 2007 has marked the arrival of the new Heavy Metal Magazine, Illustration Magazine, and CBG (Comics Buyer’s Guide), which all contain reviews on the new James Bama: American Realist book. S.C. Ringgenberg has a full page Bama feature in Heavy Metal, and CBG contains two reviews! These are all great magazines worth supporting.

Mark Schultz Book Review Featured in Heavy Metal Magazine!

The latest issue of Heavy Metal Magazine, January 2007, features a book review on Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Volume Two. S.C. Ringgenberg writes in his Dossier column, "The book itself is amazing; with some of the best reproduction of black and white artwork I have ever seen." You can pick up a copy at any book store. Visit their website here.

Brian Kane interviewed about James Bama by the Columbus Dispatch!

Bill Eichenberger interviews Brian M. Kane about James Bama: American Realist for the Columbus Dispatch. The interview can be found online here.

James Bama Book Featured Article in Booklist’s November Art Issue!

The November 1, 2006 issue of Booklist includes a featured article on James Bama: American Realist by Donna Seaman! This magazine, which is published by The American Library Association, can be found in your local library. Be sure to let your librarian know you would like to see the James Bama book on their shelves! An online version can be found here: http://www.booklistonline.com/default.aspx?page=show_product&pid=1790576.

New Spectrum 13 Book Mentions Mark Schultz Various Drawings!

A personal favorite book of mine each year is Spectrum, edited by Cathy and Arnie Fenner. Volume 13 is now available. The 2005 year in review provides a positive mention of Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Volume One as the book “beautifully displayed Mark’s powerful compositions and enviable skills with pencil and brush.” This year’s volume contains an amazing array of the best artists in the field and is highly recommended! You can purchase a copy at budplant.com.

John Fleskes interview by Bill Baker

Bill Baker interviews John Fleskes on the future of Flesk Publications. Read it here.

August 2006 newsletter

Read our August newsletter with the latest Flesk Publications updates here.

Latest issue of Starlog features a three page article on James Bama!

Starlog’s 30th anniversary issue came out in July. It features an article on James Bama by Will Murray. The feature explores Bama’s career, showcases artwork, and includes interview quotes from Brian M. Kane about the book. The issue is dated August #348. Pick up your copy at your local bookstore, or visit the Starlog website here.

July 2006 newsletter

Read our July newsletter with the latest Flesk Publications updates here.

Comic-Con San Diego, 2006, Booth #5116

Flesk Publications will be exhibiting at the San Diego Comic-Con International from July 19-23. Our booth number is 5116. We will have all of our titles available and promotional items and previews to upcoming books. Mark Schultz will be signing from 2:00 to 4:00 PM each day and selling his original artwork. Brian Kane, author and designer of our upcoming title James Bama: American Realist, will also be at the table. Publisher, John Fleskes, will be on hand to answer questions. Please stop by our James Bama panel on Saturday, where Paul Jilbert will feature his Bama documentary. We look forward to seeing you. For more information about the show, click here.

Summer 2006 newsletter

Read our summer newsletter with the latest Flesk Publications updates here.

Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Volume Two Now Shipping!

 

The latest collection of Mark Schultz's Various Drawings series is now available for immediate shipping! For full details and samples images from the book, click here. To read Mark's latest interview, in which he talks about Various Drawings Volume Two, click here. Or, if you want to purchase the book, click here for ordering information.

 

 

Spring 2006 newsletter

(21 May 2006 11:58:22 pm)

Read our spring newsletter with the latest Flesk Publications updates here.

Illustration Magazine #16 features preview of James Bama: American Realist

(6 May 2006 5:22:45 pm)

 

The latest issue of Illustration Magazine features an article on the making of James Bama: American Realist by Brian M. Kane. Included within are sample images from the book and other great pieces. Purchase your copy at here.

 

 

 

 

New Mark Schultz book—Various Drawings Vol. 2!

(1 May 2006 9:18:34 am)

 

We are now accepting pre-orders of the upcoming Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Vol. 2 book. Reserve your copy now!

 

 

 

 

Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Vol. 1 Book Reviews

(30 March 2006 2:09:17 pm)

Book reviews on Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Vol. 1 are featured in the prestigious magazines Illustration '05 #2 and the January 2006 issue of Heavy Metal! Copies can be found at your local book store. Online book review by Bill Baker is available here.

Flesk Publications and Mark Schultz to exhibit at WonderCon in San Francisco!

(Thursday 1 December 2005 9:51:23 pm)

Flesk Publications will be exhibiting at WonderCon in San Francisco this February 10-12. Mark Schultz will be available all three days to answer questions, sell his original artwork, and help promote his forthcoming book from Flesk Publications, Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Volume Two. Sample pages of the new collection will be available to view. We will also have a preview copy of the upcoming James Bama: American Realist book on display. Publisher, John Fleskes, will be available to discuss the future of Flesk Publications, or to just talk art. We look forward to your visit!

New Book—James Bama: American Realist!

(Saturday 29 October 2005 10:47:49 pm)

Flesk Publications is proud to announce the summer 2006 release date of the stunning new retrospective on renowned artist James Bama. Examples from magazine illustrations, paperback book covers, advertising, and pop culture, horror, sci-fi, and western genres will be represented. Written and designed by Brian M. Kane in cooperation with Mr. Bama. Introduction by Harlan Ellison®. 160 pages in color.

Hardbound and limited hardbound signed editions available soon! For more information click here.

 

New Mark Schultz Interview!

(Friday 8 July 2005 11:04:42 pm)

Mark Schultz responds to questions about his new book, Xenozoic Tales, and his artistic style. Read it here.

Meet Mark Schultz and Steve Rude at the Flesk Booth #5104 - San Diego Comic-Con International!

(Sunday 19 June 2005 6:25:04 pm)

Flesk Publications will be exhibiting at Comic-Con International in San Diego, July 13-17. Mark Schultz and Steve Rude will be available for signing. We will premiere “Mark Schultz: Various Drawings Volume 1” at the show. Stop by our Booth #5104 in the “Illustrators” section to pick up a copy of Mark's wonderful new book. Previews of the upcoming Steve Rude and James Bama books will be available to view. Or, stop by to say hello.

Signing times at the Flesk Publications booth #5104 are as follows:

• Steve Rude, Thurs, 1 to 3 PM
• Mark Schultz, Fri, 12 to 2 PM
• Mark Schultz, Sat, 2 to 4 PM
• Mark Schultz, Sun, 12 to 2 PM

Meet Mark Schultz at Lee’s Comics!

(Sunday 19 June 2005 10:12:08 am)

If you can’t make it to San Diego, you have a second chance to meet Mark Schultz. Mark will be at an exclusive Bay Area signing on Saturday, August 6th, 2005, from 2 to 4 PM at Lee’s Comics, Mountain View, CA location. This is an early opportunity to be among the first to pick up “Mark Schultz: Various Drawings.” Get your copy signed, and enter to win a free original sketch from Schultz at Lee’s Comics! Don’t miss this rare chance to meet one of the greatest comics creators of all time! For more information visit Lee’s website at http://lcomics.com/.

Steve Rude Gallery Added

(Friday 6 May 2005 6:15:29 pm)

Check out the new Steve Rude gallery here!

Steve Rude has captivated his audiences for over twenty years. His "no compromise" approach and determination to excel, separates him as a true master. "The Dude's" combination of talent, observation, and strong work ethic have culminated into a staggering amount of beautiful works of art. Plus, he's a great guy. It is with great pleasure, with Rude's permission, that a collection of his work has just been posted in our gallery section. Enjoy!

Flesk Publications makes it into Bud Plant’s bestseller list for 2004!

(Saturday 16 April 2005 9:54:35 pm)

Bud Plant, the biggest and best art bookseller, has just released his “Bestsellers 2004” list. In 2002, Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen was #1. In 2003, Joseph Clement Coll: The Art of Adventure was #1. This year, for 2004, Franklin Booth and both Joseph Clement Coll books made the list! Joseph Clement Coll: A Legacy in Line came in second behind Lance Laspina’s incredible Frazetta: Painting with Fire documentary. I’m not complaining. Lance did an incredible job. Coming in second behind Frazetta isn’t bad to me. For more details click here.

Comic-Con San Diego, 2005

(Wednesday 6 April 2005 7:14:13 pm)

to go. I hope to see you at the Flesk Publications booth #5104!

Franklin Booth Book Review by Bill Baker

(Tuesday 5 April 2005 11:26:45 pm)

New book review of Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen is featured in Bill Baker's online review column here.

New Mark Schultz Book!

(Friday 1 April 2005 9:43:20 pm)

For the first time ever, a new book on Mark Schultz! Randy Dahlk, who designed the exquisite Scenes from the Xenozoic Age portfolio, is working closely with Mark to package a handsome volume to house Schultz’s elegant illustrations. Great care is being taken to reproduce the originals as faithfully as possible, with Mark’s discerning eye approving every aspect of the book.

The book will be available in July, 2005. Click here for more information.

 

Booth and Coll Book Reviews by Mike Baron

(Tuesday 1 March 2005 10:08:45 am)

Mike Baron was kind enough to write reviews on two of our books. Read it at Nostomania!

Mark Schultz Gallery Added

(Monday 21 February 2005 3:23:20 pm)

Check out the new Mark Schultz gallery here!

New in 2005!

(Thursday 13 January 2005 6:21:57 pm)

This year will be a big one for Flesk Publications. Three new books on three amazing illustrators are in development. Two in full color. It’s still a little early to announce who they are, but check back in spring when I provide full details on the books. -- John

A Special Thank You and Happy New Year!

(Sunday 1 January 2005 10:08:34 am)

I want to take this opportunity to thank all of those who supported me through 2004 by purchasing one of my books. You have helped make last year a great success! I am still motivated and committed to bringing you the finest collections on the best illustrators and I have many plans for the future of Flesk Publications. Thanks to you all and I wish everyone and their family a very Happy New Year. -- John

Now available!
Joseph Clement Coll: A Legacy in Line (Volume II) and
Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen (Reprint)

(Saturday 17 July 2004 11:28:09 pm)

The second volume of the Coll-ection and the much anticipated reprint of the Booth book are available. Place your order now!!

Exhibiting at the San Diego Comic-Con

(Sunday 23 May 2004 9:10:09 pm)

I will be exhibiting at the San Diego Comic-Con July 21-25, 2004. I will have the new Joseph Clement Coll book and the reprinted Franklin Booth book for sale. Come visit me at the Wandering Star booth #1503. Gary Gianni, who wrote the introduction for the new Coll book, will be at the same table promoting his new illustrated book, the second Conan volume published by Wandering Star.

Coming soon in July 2004
Joseph Clement Coll: A Legacy in Line (Volume II) in July 2004

(Tuesday 21 May 2004 10:55:09 am)

The second volume of the Coll-ection is on the way!!

Coming soon in July 2004
Reprint of Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen

(Tuesday 18 May 2004 12:55:21 pm)

Reprinting the sold out Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen book.

Release of Joseph Clement Coll: The Art of Adventure (Volume I)

(Thursday 29 April 2004 10:52:01 am)

June 2003 - Release of the first Joseph Clement Coll: The Art of Adventure book.

Coll Volume I

(Thursday 29 April 2004 10:52:01 am)

October 2002 - Begin work on Coll book. Only one book was planned, but with over 700 Coll illustrations found in two months research, Flesk decided to split the book into two volumes.

Franklin Booth: Painter with a Pen Released!

(Thursday 4 April 2002 08:35:01 pm)

April 2002 - Release of Franklin Booth book

First Book

(Friday 12 October 2001 10:52:01 am)

October 2001 - Start work on Franklin Booth book