The legendary Steve Ditko passed away late last month (found unresponsive in his Midtown apartment on June 29, 2018) but reports of his death reached the world only yesterday (July 6, 2018). He was ninety years old.
Rest in Peace Dear Sir. Thank you for your amazing work!
The Final Chapter – Art by Steve Ditko (1927-2018)
A jury of professional peers including illustrators and art directors have chosen the most outstanding works created by college level illustration and animation students throughout the year. Pieces are accepted based on the quality of technique, concept and skill of medium used. After reviewing 8.082 submissions, only 220 were selected for this year’s exhibition and 25 have received financial awards.
The works were on view between May & June 2017; these images are but a fraction, just enough to get an idea. Individual styles, different types of media, several Art Schools, all sharing a common quality: it was hard to believe these works were created by students, not professionals.
Carina Chong, F is for Fox
Gouache and pencil, Pratt Institute, Instructor: Pat Cummings
Mei Kanamoto, Insignificant Others
Silkscreen on paper, Parsons School of Design, Instructors: Jordin Isip and Steven Guarnaccia
Amanda Chung, The Fool
Mixed media, Parsons School of Design, Instructors: Jordin Isip
Kyoosang Choi, Illusion
Acrylic and oil on panel, School of Visual Arts, Instructors: Thomas Woodruff and TM Davy
Oh, look! Steadman was here! 
Varvara Nedilska, The Collector
Watercolour and gouache, OCAD University, Instructor: Jon Todd
Clarissa Liu, Felt Tattoo
Felt, Rhode Island School of Design, Instructor: Melissa Ferreira
Acrylic, California College of the Arts, Instructor: Bob Ciano
Mack Muller, Sax man
Monoprint, Syracuse University, Instructor: James Ransome
June 3rd, 2017
Only the wrapping, none of the contents. Although, with 8,7% alcohol in a bottle of beer, I would most probably find The Truth. In the brilliant illustrations by Mr. Ralph Steadman.
March 27th, 2017
Illustration for the story by Florence Jane Soman
Caption: ”There was something in their eyes that made her say swiftly, ‘it’s going to happen to you too. You wait and see.”’
The Ladies’ Home Journal, 1953
Society of Illustrators
February 11th, 2017
Literally.
Light reflects on the glass adding – or hiding – details. I tried to filter them out somewhat and the result was this mellow, pastel effect. Still, rather pleasing.
Illustration for the story by Katherine Greer.
Caption: ”Here, in this very window, might be her ring!”
Redbook magazine, January 1950
Caption: ”It was restful to be near Sara, thought Vilas. You didn’t have to explain things to her. She understood.”
Cosmopolitan magazine, 1949
Illustration from ”The Clever Sister” by Margaret Culkin Banning
Caption: ”Beneath the strangely different melodies of their lives ran hidden themes that others never heard; yet one refrain they had in common: ‘Whom does Barney love – my sister or me?”’
Woman’s Home Companion, January 1947
Illustration for the book by George Barr McCutcheon
Caption: ”They, too, were seen together very often of late.”
This work also appeared in ”A Garden of Girls”, published by Dodd, Mead & Co., 1910
Title illustration for the story by Ann Pinchot
Caption: ”This way, darling” she said… He followed her, as he would follow her anywhere.
The American Magazine, ca. 1945
Illustration for a story by Philip Wylie
Caption: ”Every night I dream I’m being chased by a green locomotive. Does that mean I should give up Creme de Menthe?”
Redbook magazine, April 1938
<<The Permanent Collection of the Museum of Illustration at the Society of Illustrators is one of the most comprehensive collections of this genre in the world. Comprised of over 3,000 works by many of the greatest names in illustration and comic and cartoon art, this celebrated collection is ever expanding thanks to purchase and donation from our membership, art patrons and estates. These works are fully catalogued with portions of the collection constantly on rotating display.>>
February 11th, 2017
Society of Illustrators
February 11th, 2017
”The Society of Illustrators Annual Exhibition features over 400 pieces of the most outstanding works created throughout the year. Open to artists worldwide, thousands of entries are considered by a jury of professionals, which include renowned illustrators, art directors, and designers.
Gold and silver medals are presented to the illustrators and art directors whose works are judged the best in each category.”
February 11th, 2017
If his mouth worked in the same way as his pen, Mr. Harris would undoubtedly be a helluva gifted artist with tons of devoted fans swearing by his brilliant drawings. As it is, he is a helluva gifted artist with an outspoken controversial character wreaking havoc among fans and embarrassing fellow artists; which is just as well because, yeah, devil is in the details. Today, let us focus on the pen which – as we know – is mightier than the sword. Here are some incredible examples of Mr. Harris’ original artwork that were on view at The Society of Illustrators through March 2017.
February 11th, 2017
The ultimate mid-August afternoon fun!
August 15, 2017 @ The Society of Illustrators
The first ever exhibition of original Spider-Man with artwork mainly by John Romita but also my two favourites, Steve Ditko and Gil Kane; including Todd McFarlane, John Buscema, Ross Andru, Gil Kane, Ron Frenz, Keith Pollard, John Romita Jr. and others.
The exhibit runs through August 26th, 2017.
You’re welcome!
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