I couldnt even read all of it
I read the first letter and I can’t go on, it’s way too sad.
RIP Michael Turner
RIP Turner. One of my favorite artists of all time…seriously, first George Carlin, now Michael Turner… 2008 is really begging to pick up steam. What’s next?
I’d heard his cancer had come back last year, which was a real shame for someone so young.
I wasn’t a fan of his art by any stretch of the imagination, but he was a very nice guy at Conventions, and didn’t ever seem like the sort who believed his own hype. Very humble, and very personable. He will be missed.
Bingo.
I know MULTIPLE people that loved his work. Oi. RIP.
The latest entry of Cup O’ Joe started by honoring Michael Turner. :sad:
http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=92159514&blogID=411606972
honestly i loved fathom more than witchblade. and i like how the series will continue even after his death…i think the best thing that can happen to an artist/creator is his creations outlasting him and continue to entertain people.
plus he had a protege in talent caldwell…dude got his style but mixed in with his own…like anime meets michael turner.
rip turner, you will be greatly missed
I’m on Jay Company Comics’ mailing list and they sent me this E-mail today -
*Hey Everyone-
This week the Comic Con International kicks off in San Diego. And this show is unlike any other in history. It?s not because it?s the largest of its kind. Or that the attendance will shatter all previous records. Or that just about every film star and media darling will make their latest announcements here?
For us, the real difference is what is going to be missing from the convention- MICHAEL TURNER. Surely you?ve heard the tragic news as reported on sites such as Newsarama.com or Comicbookresources.com, or the various message boards. For us, it?s really hit hard. JayCompanyComics started doing the convention circuit right when Witchblade launched. We made sure we represented our then fledgling business to just about EVERY show Mike attended- from Los Angeles to Charlotte, Phoenix to Orlando, Pittsburgh to Seattle, San Francisco to Philadelphia, Chicago to San Diego?
JayCompanyComics.com cannot express anything new what hasn?t been said about the greatness of Mike Turner. Seeing his friendly smile, and his constant enthusiasm made it feel great to be in business with this Giant of the Comics industry. We will always be thankful for the time, care, and compassion of Mike?
If you guys are coming out to the San Diego show, there will be a special MICHAEL TURNER panel presented by ASPEN on Sunday July 27. Bill and Jimmy S. Jay will most probably be locked into our booths on the show floor, but our hearts will be with Frank and the entire ASPEN CREW.*
R.I.P. Michael Turner
i’m speechless.
i loved his style. I know a lot of people said he was starting to churn out the same kind of drawings, but even if you agreed, you were still impressed with his ability. I used to always give deference to the titles on which he worked just because he was on it.
the comic community has lost a great artist.
Wow, R.I.P Michael. Very sad news, One of my favorite artist. Loved his sense of style in Witchblade.
I just wanted to add something
Do you guys notice something for MT variants coming up for Hulk
That is just plain foul imo
Nah, it looks like he was originally contracted to do it, fell too ill to finish it, and they cobbled something together at the last minute.
I’m almost 100% sure that’s what happened.
I can check next week, though, to get the actual word.
where are you going next week?
Comic store as always.
They run Aspen Store dot com.
well I managed to find and grab his wolvie 66 variant. My comic guy sold me it for 30 bones which was nice. And I told him to cgc it. It will be a great memory for an awesome artist.
actual store or online?
Lucky for me I have a number of BP books that had the art of Michael Turner.
Actual store. I thought about getting it before and I thought it got sold. But guess not. Pretty excited for it. I’m hoping at least a 9.6
So obviously I hadn’t made it to the comic shop yet, but here’s something I found online that will shed some light on the 2 Hulk covers being recolored.
Lying in the Gutters shows the originals and the new versions.