Instructional Books
Our instructional books are premium collections that offer insights into how top artists in the comics and illustration genres work. All the artists with whom we work allow access to their studios to provide an intimate look into their creative processes.
Lupente: Flesk Artist Showcase
-Features Julia Blattman, Stephanie Law, Karla Ortiz, Virginie Ropars, and Erica Williams
-Edited by John Fleskes
-Paperback edition
-ISBN: 978-1-64041-059-6
-9 x 12”
-176 pages
-Over 130 works featured
-Artist interviews and essays included
-The first volume in our ongoing Flesk Artist Showcase series
-Artist captions reveal insights into their creative processes
-Cover by Erica Williams
Lupente showcases five outstanding contemporary artists in an elegant and absorbing package. This volume—the first in our ongoing Flesk Artist Showcase series—features Julia Blattman, a premier visual-development artist working in the animation industry; Stephanie Law, a fine artist who pulls from dreams and reality to illuminate the boundary between those two worlds; Karla Ortiz, a concept and fine artist who is renowned for her personal works and her designs for film; Virginie Ropars, one of the most-revered dollmakers today and an inspiration to sculptors around the world; and Erica Williams, also known as “HookieDuke,” who has gained acclaim by mastering a unique, highly intricate style of lines and designs that centers on Nature as its inspiration.
Examples of the most highly regarded works by the five are accompanied by biographical essays, interviews, quotes and captions that reveal insights into their creative processes. In addition, Flesk’s personal access to each artist has resulted in an insightful and engaging introduction to these talented creators, among the best working today.
Lupente: Flesk Artist Showcase
-Features Julia Blattman, Stephanie Law, Karla Ortiz, Virginie Ropars, and Erica Williams
-Edited by John Fleskes
-Hardcover edition
-ISBN: 978-1-64041-060-2
-Cloth quarter-binding
-Gold foil title stamp on front cover and spine
-Limited to 1000 copies
-9 x 12”
-176 pages
-Over 130 works featured
-Artist interviews and essays included
-The first volume in our ongoing Flesk Artist Showcase series
-Artist captions reveal insights into their creative processes
-Cover by Erica Williams
Lupente showcases five outstanding contemporary artists in an elegant and absorbing package. This volume—the first in our ongoing Flesk Artist Showcase series—features Julia Blattman, a premier visual-development artist working in the animation industry; Stephanie Law, a fine artist who pulls from dreams and reality to illuminate the boundary between those two worlds; Karla Ortiz, a concept and fine artist who is renowned for her personal works and her designs for film; Virginie Ropars, one of the most-revered dollmakers today and an inspiration to sculptors around the world; and Erica Williams, also known as “HookieDuke,” who has gained acclaim by mastering a unique, highly intricate style of lines and designs that centers on Nature as its inspiration.
Examples of the most highly regarded works by the five are accompanied by biographical essays, interviews, quotes and captions that reveal insights into their creative processes. In addition, Flesk’s personal access to each artist has resulted in an insightful and engaging introduction to these talented creators, among the best working today.
The Art of Rachel and Terry Dodson
Signed and Limited Variant Cover Hardcover
This copy comes with a profile head sketch by Terry Dodson on the first page of the book. Please see the sample shown in the preview picture area. No character requests please.
-Limited to 500 copies
-Signed by Rachel and Terry on a bonus page
-Alternate cover featuring the pen and ink art
-ISBN: 978-1-64041-066-4
-9 x 12”
-180 pages
-Introduction by John Fleskes
-Nearly 200 drawings
-Gatefold of the cover inks and colors
-The pencils, inks, and colors are shown for 38 covers
-Features a 27-step process of how the cover was made
-A 2-page Red One story is shown in its pencil, ink, and colors stages
-Sketchbook thumbnails for two dozen pieces are included
-Running commentary by Rachel and Terry accompany the art
-Includes the pencil, ink, and color stages for eight personal pieces
The Art of Rachel and Terry Dodson features many highlights from this exceptional team’s 25-year career and shows how their art was created, including almost forty of their favorite comic-book covers. The pair also share insights into how eight personal pieces were executed, and they break down the making of a two-page Red One sequential comic story.
The Dodsons reveal the stages of their creative process—including Terry’s pencils, Rachel’s inks and Terry’s colors for each piece. Supporting commentary offers further insight, and two dozen covers are supplemented by Terry’s initial sketches. The Dodsons also offer details about the tools they use and other tips for the aspiring artist. This is a unique way to see the steps that went into pieces the pair completed over the years for major publishers, as well as creator-owned and personal projects.
One highlight is a section about the artwork on the cover of this book, broken down in great detail in twenty-seven stages that show its creation from concept to finish. All of the art in this collection was scanned or photographed from the originals, and there also are photos of the Dodsons at work in their studio. An introduction offers insight into how the pair became professionals and spans their full career to date. This book is a must for fans of Terry and Rachel Dodson as well as those interested in the creative process.
About Rachel and Terry
Oregon-based Terry (penciller and colorist) and Rachel (inker) Dodson has worked on such comic books and characters as Harley Quinn, Spider-Man, Star Wars, Superman, Wonder Woman, the X-Men, and the Avengers. They have worked for Disney Studios, Marvel Animation Studio, Lucasfilm, Riot Games, Hasbro, Mattel, DC Entertainment, Warner Brothers, ESPN, Electronic Arts, Hanna-Barbara, Marvel Entertainment, Sideshow Collectibles and many other clients.
Terry completed a stint as a Character Concept Artist on DC Heroes United video game from Genvid Entertainment. He has co-created Adventureman, with writer Matt Fraction that is available from Image Comics. Terry and Rachel are regular cover artists at DC, Marvel, and for various other comic publishers.
The Art of Rachel and Terry Dodson
-Limited to 1500 copies
-Signed by Rachel and Terry on a bonus page
-Cloth quarter-binding with gold foil title
-ISBN: 978-1-64041-066-4
-9 x 12”
-180 pages
-Introduction by John Fleskes
-Nearly 200 drawings
-Gatefold of the cover inks and colors
-The pencils, inks, and colors are shown for 38 covers
-Features a 27-step process of how the cover was made
-A 2-page Red One story is shown in its pencil, ink, and colors stages
-Sketchbook thumbnails for two dozen pieces are included
-Running commentary by Rachel and Terry accompany the art
-Includes the pencil, ink, and color stages for eight personal pieces
The Art of Rachel and Terry Dodson features many highlights from this exceptional team’s 25-year career and shows how their art was created, including almost forty of their favorite comic-book covers. The pair also share insights into how eight personal pieces were executed, and they break down the making of a two-page Red One sequential comic story.
The Dodsons reveal the stages of their creative process—including Terry’s pencils, Rachel’s inks and Terry’s colors for each piece. Supporting commentary offers further insight, and two dozen covers are supplemented by Terry’s initial sketches. The Dodsons also offer details about the tools they use and other tips for the aspiring artist. This is a unique way to see the steps that went into pieces the pair completed over the years for major publishers, as well as creator-owned and personal projects.
One highlight is a section about the artwork on the cover of this book, broken down in great detail in twenty-seven stages that show its creation from concept to finish. All of the art in this collection was scanned or photographed from the originals, and there also are photos of the Dodsons at work in their studio. An introduction offers insight into how the pair became professionals and spans their full career to date. This book is a must for fans of Terry and Rachel Dodson as well as those interested in the creative process.
About Rachel and Terry
Oregon-based Terry (penciller and colorist) and Rachel (inker) Dodson has worked on such comic books and characters as Harley Quinn, Spider-Man, Star Wars, Superman, Wonder Woman, the X-Men, and the Avengers. They have worked for Disney Studios, Marvel Animation Studio, Lucasfilm, Riot Games, Hasbro, Mattel, DC Entertainment, Warner Brothers, ESPN, Electronic Arts, Hanna-Barbara, Marvel Entertainment, Sideshow Collectibles and many other clients.
Terry completed a stint as a Character Concept Artist on DC Heroes United video game from Genvid Entertainment. He has co-created Adventureman, with writer Matt Fraction that is available from Image Comics. Terry and Rachel are regular cover artists at DC, Marvel, and for various other comic publishers.
The Art of Rachel and Terry Dodson
-Hardcover edition
-ISBN: 978-1-64041-065-7
-9 x 12”
-180 pages
-Introduction by John Fleskes
-Nearly 200 drawings
-Gatefold of the cover inks and colors
-The pencils, inks, and colors are shown for 38 covers
-Features a 27-step process of how the cover was made
-A 2-page Red One story is shown in its pencil, ink, and colors stages
-Sketchbook thumbnails for two dozen pieces are included
-Running commentary by Rachel and Terry accompany the art
-Includes the pencil, ink, and color stages for eight personal pieces
The Art of Rachel and Terry Dodson features many highlights from this exceptional team’s 25-year career and shows how their art was created, including almost forty of their favorite comic-book covers. The pair also share insights into how eight personal pieces were executed, and they break down the making of a two-page Red One sequential comic story.
The Dodsons reveal the stages of their creative process—including Terry’s pencils, Rachel’s inks and Terry’s colors for each piece. Supporting commentary offers further insight, and two dozen covers are supplemented by Terry’s initial sketches. The Dodsons also offer details about the tools they use and other tips for the aspiring artist. This is a unique way to see the steps that went into pieces the pair completed over the years for major publishers, as well as creator-owned and personal projects.
One highlight is a section about the artwork on the cover of this book, broken down in great detail in twenty-seven stages that show its creation from concept to finish. All of the art in this collection was scanned or photographed from the originals, and there also are photos of the Dodsons at work in their studio. An introduction offers insight into how the pair became professionals and spans their full career to date. This book is a must for fans of Terry and Rachel Dodson as well as those interested in the creative process.
About Rachel and Terry
Oregon-based Terry (penciller and colorist) and Rachel (inker) Dodson has worked on such comic books and characters as Harley Quinn, Spider-Man, Star Wars, Superman, Wonder Woman, the X-Men, and the Avengers. They have worked for Disney Studios, Marvel Animation Studio, Lucasfilm, Riot Games, Hasbro, Mattel, DC Entertainment, Warner Brothers, ESPN, Electronic Arts, Hanna-Barbara, Marvel Entertainment, Sideshow Collectibles and many other clients.
Terry completed a stint as a Character Concept Artist on DC Heroes United video game from Genvid Entertainment. He has co-created Adventureman, with writer Matt Fraction that is available from Image Comics. Terry and Rachel are regular cover artists at DC, Marvel, and for various other comic publishers.
The Art of Rachel and Terry Dodson
-Paperback edition
-ISBN: 978-1-64041-064-0
-9 x 12”
-180 pages
-Introduction by John Fleskes
-Nearly 200 drawings
-Gatefold of the cover inks and colors
-The pencils, inks, and colors are shown for 38 covers
-Features a 27-step process of how the cover was made
-A 2-page Red One story is shown in its pencil, ink, and colors stages
-Sketchbook thumbnails for two dozen pieces are included
-Running commentary by Rachel and Terry accompany the art
-Includes the pencil, ink, and color stages for eight personal pieces
The Art of Rachel and Terry Dodson features many highlights from this exceptional team’s 25-year career and shows how their art was created, including almost forty of their favorite comic-book covers. The pair also share insights into how eight personal pieces were executed, and they break down the making of a two-page Red One sequential comic story.
The Dodsons reveal the stages of their creative process—including Terry’s pencils, Rachel’s inks and Terry’s colors for each piece. Supporting commentary offers further insight, and two dozen covers are supplemented by Terry’s initial sketches. The Dodsons also offer details about the tools they use and other tips for the aspiring artist. This is a unique way to see the steps that went into pieces the pair completed over the years for major publishers, as well as creator-owned and personal projects.
One highlight is a section about the artwork on the cover of this book, broken down in great detail in twenty-seven stages that show its creation from concept to finish. All of the art in this collection was scanned or photographed from the originals, and there also are photos of the Dodsons at work in their studio. An introduction offers insight into how the pair became professionals and spans their full career to date. This book is a must for fans of Terry and Rachel Dodson as well as those interested in the creative process.
About Rachel and Terry
Oregon-based Terry (penciller and colorist) and Rachel (inker) Dodson has worked on such comic books and characters as Harley Quinn, Spider-Man, Star Wars, Superman, Wonder Woman, the X-Men, and the Avengers. They have worked for Disney Studios, Marvel Animation Studio, Lucasfilm, Riot Games, Hasbro, Mattel, DC Entertainment, Warner Brothers, ESPN, Electronic Arts, Hanna-Barbara, Marvel Entertainment, Sideshow Collectibles and many other clients.
Terry completed a stint as a Character Concept Artist on DC Heroes United video game from Genvid Entertainment. He has co-created Adventureman, with writer Matt Fraction that is available from Image Comics. Terry and Rachel are regular cover artists at DC, Marvel, and for various other comic publishers.
ISBN: 978-1-933865-04-1
112 pages
9 x 12 inches
Hardcover with jacket
Introduction by Robert Wagner
Foreword by Mike Mignola
The Prince Valiant Page is the first book collection featuring Gary Gianni’s work on Prince Valiant. This book gives a well-rounded informative look at both Gianni’s rendition of the Prince Valiant Sunday strip and his own working procedures. After 25 years as a professional illustrator, Gianni describes his new role as an assistant to John Cullen Murphy (who assisted Hal Foster--Prince Valiant's creator). Upon Murphy's retirement, Gianni became the third artist in the 70-year history of the feature. It continues with in-depth knowledge of the strip’s creative process (i.e., receiving the script, photographing models, making preliminary drawings and pencil roughs, then concluding with the finished illustrations). Supporting artwork includes collaborations between Murphy and Gianni, with Murphy’s hand written notes and instructions. Examples of Gianni’s work over the previous thirty years as a professional illustrator are included as well.
Gianni’s entertaining, insightful text reveals his methods and working relationships with Murphy and current Prince Valiant writer, Mark Schultz. Further, he explains the usage of his tools and provides many tips learned during the course of his career. Prince Valiant aficionado’s, those interested in the creation process, and enthusiasts of Gianni’s artwork will all find this book appealing.
Most reproductions are direct from the original artwork, rendered with archival quality, and displayed in museum catalog format. Gianni’s originals are delineated using brush and pen. He utilizes these tools to create tones and variations often lost in the pure black and white reproduction methods characteristically employed in newspapers and comics. Gianni’s work has never been reproduced in this manner before. His full tonal range will be revealed for the first time.
This book includes three gatefolds of Prince Valiant strips in color to showcase the finished works.
About Gary Gianni
Influenced by golden age pen and ink illustrators such as Joseph Clement Coll and Franklin Booth, Gianni's illustrations provide us with striking imagery, reminiscent of the past, yet very modern and contemporary in style. Gianni skillfully handles both pen and ink and oil painting, rewarding the most scrutinizing collectors and critics.
Gianni graduated from The Chicago Academy of Fine Art in 1976. His illustrations and paintings have appeared in newspapers, books, and comics. Books illustrated by Gianni include Moby Dick, Kidnapped, John Henry, Tarzan: The Lost Adventure, Solomon Kane, Bran Mak Morn, and The Complete Conan of Cimmeria: Volume Two. In the comic’s arena, he wrote and drew Indiana Jones and The Shrine of the Sea Devil, and his own creation The MonsterMen Mysteries, which have appeared as back-up features to Mike Mignola’s Hellboy series. Furthermore, he drew issues of Classics Illustrated and The Shadow. Gianni received an Eisner award in 1997 for his art on “Heroes,” a Batman story for the Batman: Black and White anthology. Gianni is the recipient of the Spectrum Fantasy Award. He is the current illustrator of the Prince Valiant Sunday strip.
The Art of Rachel and Terry Dodson
Signed and Limited Variant Cover Hardcover
-Limited to 500 copies
-Signed by Rachel and Terry on a bonus page
-Alternate cover featuring the pen and ink art
-ISBN: 978-1-64041-066-4
-9 x 12”
-180 pages
-Introduction by John Fleskes
-Nearly 200 drawings
-Gatefold of the cover inks and colors
-The pencils, inks, and colors are shown for 38 covers
-Features a 27-step process of how the cover was made
-A 2-page Red One story is shown in its pencil, ink, and colors stages
-Sketchbook thumbnails for two dozen pieces are included
-Running commentary by Rachel and Terry accompany the art
-Includes the pencil, ink, and color stages for eight personal pieces
The Art of Rachel and Terry Dodson features many highlights from this exceptional team’s 25-year career and shows how their art was created, including almost forty of their favorite comic-book covers. The pair also share insights into how eight personal pieces were executed, and they break down the making of a two-page Red One sequential comic story.
The Dodsons reveal the stages of their creative process—including Terry’s pencils, Rachel’s inks and Terry’s colors for each piece. Supporting commentary offers further insight, and two dozen covers are supplemented by Terry’s initial sketches. The Dodsons also offer details about the tools they use and other tips for the aspiring artist. This is a unique way to see the steps that went into pieces the pair completed over the years for major publishers, as well as creator-owned and personal projects.
One highlight is a section about the artwork on the cover of this book, broken down in great detail in twenty-seven stages that show its creation from concept to finish. All of the art in this collection was scanned or photographed from the originals, and there also are photos of the Dodsons at work in their studio. An introduction offers insight into how the pair became professionals and spans their full career to date. This book is a must for fans of Terry and Rachel Dodson as well as those interested in the creative process.
About Rachel and Terry
Oregon-based Terry (penciller and colorist) and Rachel (inker) Dodson has worked on such comic books and characters as Harley Quinn, Spider-Man, Star Wars, Superman, Wonder Woman, the X-Men, and the Avengers. They have worked for Disney Studios, Marvel Animation Studio, Lucasfilm, Riot Games, Hasbro, Mattel, DC Entertainment, Warner Brothers, ESPN, Electronic Arts, Hanna-Barbara, Marvel Entertainment, Sideshow Collectibles and many other clients.
Terry completed a stint as a Character Concept Artist on DC Heroes United video game from Genvid Entertainment. He has co-created Adventureman, with writer Matt Fraction that is available from Image Comics. Terry and Rachel are regular cover artists at DC, Marvel, and for various other comic publishers.