Psst! Hey you! Wanna see some Daredevil pages?

[Michael Lark]

You saw 'em here first.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v234/MichaelLark/DD082.jpg

[Pat Loika]

Oh my God, my jaw just dropped.

P.

[JABSEN]

*splooge*

[PeterSparker]

Awesome!!!

[THWIP!]

Amazing. That's my new wallpaper.

[Brandon191]

Man, that looks awesome. Great job!

[amy racecar]

Wow...looks great! Can't wait for you and Bru to take over the book.

[SteveZegers]

Whoa!

[Victor Cabanelas]

That´s really cool!

[Pat Loika]

We need a B & W edition like Wolverine # 32...

P.

[Your Pal, Carl]

Oh Hell Yeah!!!!

[joeyart]

Awesome....so awesome....

[PoWerSurge]

Very Sweet!!

[SHinze]

amazing.

[TenStoryMother]

It's bought!

[PhilipClark]

That looks really great.

[Hot Pink]

lark you motherfucker that is so amazing.

seriously.
youa re totally kicking that pages ass with your art.
FUCK WAY TO BE AWESOME DUDE!

[LenNWallace]

Aww SHIT! IT'S WAYNE BRADY, SON!

[marco]

WOW!!!
such wonderful composition and texture!!!

thanks for sharing. :D

[HeroForHire]

I can't see it!!

NOOOOO!!!!!!!!!

[Shannon Chenoweth]

WTF? It's just a white box. Lark, stop being such a tease! :p

[Lab-Rat]

yeah...that's pretty smooth. I dig it.

[SolidGoldBomb]

Wow thats awesome, i'm definitely not droppin Daredevil when Bendis & Maleev leave.

[anthony the ghost]

just....holy christ.

[Jew Mafia]

Daredevil B&W make it happen. That is pretty awesome by the way, nice job Lark. *pats you on the head*

[Corey A.]

tits

[Jew Mafia]

BTW, when you're done with that page Michael, can I have it?

[KristofSpaey]

Hail to the king, baby.

[Shepherd]

Wow, that looks incredible.

R

[MentalPatient]

It's comforting that my favorite hero is in such good (and talented!) hands. Looking forward to seeing you leave your very distinguished mark on the book.





How the fuck do you draw rain like that?!

[Mike Haseloff]

Oh, hmph... so it's actually Daredevil...




... I thought that was just to throw the mods off the scent...
(Michael Lark art turns me on)

[xanderharris]

Holy Crap That Blew My Socks Off!

[DrMachine]

:angry:

there's no armor!

[Johnny C. TheLastHorseman]

That is one beautiful page man, your stuff is perfect for this title. Two questions Mike:

1- Who will be doing your colors on this book? PLEASE tell me Pantazis.

2- Will you be doing the covers as well, or wil there be a new cover atist? Personally, I would love to see doing your own covers, and then BEG Marvel to let Isonove color them. That would be TITS.

[Shannon Chenoweth]

Now I can see it. Freakin beautiful! :)

[Michael Lark]

That is one beautiful page man, your stuff is perfect for this title. Two questions Mike:

1- Who will be doing your colors on this book? PLEASE tell me Pantazis.

2- Will you be doing the covers as well, or wil there be a new cover atist? Personally, I would love to see doing your own covers, and then BEG Marvel to let Isonove color them. That would be TITS.

Sorry, you lose on all counts.

The amazing Frank D'Armata is coloring the book. He amazed me with the work he did on Cap, and I begged for him. We're going to be discussing the pallette and stuff soon, but I plan on pushing him in a moody, atmospheric direction.

The covers I'm still not sure about. I think Marvel wants to get someone who can paint. I know of the one name that's been tossed around, and I don't think he'll disappoint - he's one of my favorite artists. The question is whether or not he'll have time. More than that I can't say, yet.

Sorry to disappoint you.

[Johnny C. TheLastHorseman]

Oh no, you didn't disappoint me at all man, D'Armatta's stuff is gorgeous, that guy could never disappoint. I just thought of Pete because I think his stuff with your stuff sets a good mood, and a fitting one of this book, but Frank is a great fit as well. I'm sure Marvel will put the right guy on covers (although, I will say that I kinda think that the fully-painted cover is starting to get a tad overused) it's just that when I saw that page (in this thread) I automaticlly picured it with Isonove's coloring and I sprouted wood.

Believe me man, NOTHING about this book is going to disappoint. Back when I first heard that Bendis and Alex's run was wrapping up, I was like "well I guess that'll be a good point to stop reading this title." Then I heard that you and Ed were taking over, and that damn well changed my mind right 'round.

[Jew Mafia]

Dave Johnson would do kick ass DD covers I bet.

[TheManWithoutFear]

That's just beautiful. Maybe I won't miss Maleev so much afterall.... *looks guilty*

So... I guess this means when Bendis' arc's over... Matt will still be getting away with wearing the costume.... ?

[Michael Lark]

That's just beautiful. Maybe I won't miss Maleev so much afterall.... *looks guilty*

Good lord, why would you miss HIM? :)

(I'm gonna miss him. A bunch.)


So... I guess this means when Bendis' arc's over... Matt will still be getting away with wearing the costume.... ?

If I answered that question truthfully, I'd ruin the surprises. Just...trust me. It's all going to be a fun ride, and you wouldn't want me to spoil it for you.

[TheManWithoutFear]

If I answered that question truthfully, I'd ruin the surprises. Just...trust me. It's all going to be a fun ride, and you wouldn't want me to spoil it for you.

I actually would like you to spoil it for me. Who needs a story with art like this?


I'll wait for it like everyone else. I'm pretty new to comics so I've never seen any of your work before but I heard good things. Nothing like that though. Good to have you.

[Jew Mafia]

Good lord, why would you miss HIM? :)

(I'm gonna miss him. A bunch.)




If I answered that question truthfully, I'd ruin the surprises. Just...trust me. It's all going to be a fun ride, and you wouldn't want me to spoil it for you.

Just spoil it for me so I can go *nyah nyah* to TheManWithoutFear :)

[Angel]

that is gorgeous. :drool:

i'm so glad daredevil is in such great hands. i won't be dropping this title anytime soon.

[dimeshop]

Not only beautiful, but incredibly ambitious if you think you can out-rain Maleev.

[Thomas Mauer]

Sweet! Any naysayers (are there even any?) can now rest easily knowing that you're doing a kick-ass job, Michael! I had no doubt of that to begin with.

[AvidFan]

now that's lookin' pretty effin' cool

so, 'scuse my ignorance, I take it you'll be doing the chores when the King of Ass leaves???

cos you just saved me from some serious misery and heart failure!!!
will definitely be keeping my full collection of the MK version of DD going strong if this is what I can expect to be reading!
count me in!


AF.

[Michael Lark]

I'm pretty new to comics so I've never seen any of your work before but I heard good things.

*sigh* Kids these days. *shakes head*

Go out and buy Gotham Central - the first year is out in trades. Now. Go.

[TheManWithoutFear]

*sigh* Kids these days. *shakes head*

Go out and buy Gotham Central - the first year is out in trades. Now. Go.
Yeah, get me a job and maybe I will. Funds are too low right now.

I've heard good things about that also... I'm more of a Marvel exclusive though. But I'll make a deal with you. If the first comic is as good as that preview picture there, I'll get Gotham Central.

[Zack]

:ecstatic:

i think that i just shit my pants

[Kody]

A M A Z I N G !

Sorry if this was already discussed somewhere (since I don't read every post), but what's your first issue on the book?

[Kody]

Yeah, get me a job and maybe I will. Funds are too low right now.

I've heard good things about that also... I'm more of a Marvel exclusive though. But I'll make a deal with you. If the first comic is as good as that preview picture there, I'll get Gotham Central.

You're a Marvel exclusive? I didn't know they had contracts for fans now. That's nuts. :D

But seriously, you're missing some fantastic comics if all you're buying are Marvel books. Gotham Central being only one example, but there's a whole world of books outside the big two worth checking out. If you're not into indy books, at the very least, pick up some Vertigo books now and then.

If you can't afford the GC trades, take a couple hours off and give them a read in the comic shop or Barnes & Noble for free.

[Michael Lark]

A M A Z I N G !

Sorry if this was already discussed somewhere (since I don't read every post), but what's your first issue on the book?

Thanks, pal. 82.

PS - your avatar makes me dizzy.

[Michael Lark]

You're a Marvel exclusive? I didn't know they had contracts for fans now. That's nuts. :D

But seriously, you're missing some fantastic comics if all you're buying are Marvel books. Gotham Central being only one example, but there's a whole world of books outside the big two worth checking out. If you're not into indy books, at the very least, pick up some Vertigo books now and then.



He's right, you know. Buying only Marvel books is like saying you only buy music from Sony recording artists or something, or you only see movies from Universal Studios, or you only buy books published by Penguin. Doesn't make a whole lot of sense.

[Kody]

your avatar makes me dizzy.

Fresh new avatar, just for you. :D

[Ed Crane]

That rules, Michael. Ya know, initially, I was kinda disappointed to hear that you and Bru were gonna be the new DD team. Not because I wasn't a fan of your work or anything. It's just that, well, after Bendis and Maleev's outstanding, lengthy run on the book, I wanted something that would offer a significant stylistic departure from what they did ('cause I like a lot of variety in my books) and I didn't think that you and Brubaker would provide that. I'm not saying that you and Brubaker don't have your own styles, but there are some stylistic similarities between what you guys do and what Maleev and Bendis do. I expected a smooth transition into more gritty, street level DD stories but no real change in the direction of the stories or the look of the comic. However, your preview art and the stuff I've read in interviews has me thinking that we will see some significant changes in the book. As much as I enjoyed the Bendis/Maleev run, I want a new creative team that will shake things up a bit and leave their mark on this book and it appears that you guys want to do that. Can't wait to check out your stuff.

[Niko Zlatintsis]

It looks awesome. You did an amazing job with Gotham Central, and I couldn't be any happier having you on board of DD. Can't wait for February.

[Olivier E.]

sweet like a lollypop

[dEnny!]

Dibs!

Gorgeous Michael.

[Ed Brubaker]

Do not show any more pages from this issue!

Marvel has a publicity dept. for a reason... You bastard. :)

[Michael Lark]

Do not show any more pages from this issue!

Marvel has a publicity dept. for a reason... You bastard. :)

Shut up you fucker. I didn't give away that Matt is now Matilda!

Did I say that out loud? Oops.

[Thomas Mauer]

Shut up you fucker. I didn't give away that Matt is now Matilda!

Did I say that out loud? Oops.
If that's so, then "My city has gone to hell" has taken on a whole new meaning. http://forums.ronin-studios.com/images/smilies/generic-eek.gif

[nancyraygun]

Mike, you and Bru are the cats ass. I'm so f'n psyched for your run. I'm going out to check out your work on Gotham Central now.


Kick some ass and save some artwork for me (can't blame me for trying right?)


NR

[Howlett]

:shock: Great googly moogly.

I can not WAIT for this :ecstatic:

[Brandon191]

In colour!

http://www.comicscontinuum.com/stories/0511/06/daredevil.jpg

[Thomas Mauer]

In colour!
I need this in 1024x768. :D

(and don't steal Comics Continuum's bandwidth, Brandon. :no: Make it a link, at least, ;))

[GelfXIII]

Jeez Lark Your actually pretty good at this... you should seriously consider going pro...

[GelfXIII]

So, just because I felt like playing... Here's my colored version. definately not as subtle as the posted one from Comics Continuum... mine seems more 4 color to me. But I like it. Hope you do too.

(Coments are welcome!)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v651/gelf13/DD082-color-by-AG.jpg

[GelfXIII]

Nobody has anything to say? That bad, huh? :(

*starts packing up his stuff to go home*

[Angel]

So, just because I felt like playing... Here's my colored version. definately not as subtle as the posted one from Comics Continuum... mine seems more 4 color to me. But I like it. Hope you do too.

(Coments are welcome!)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v651/gelf13/DD082-color-by-AG.jpg
that looks great. i liked the colors you used.

[Michael Lark]

So, just because I felt like playing... Here's my colored version. definately not as subtle as the posted one from Comics Continuum... mine seems more 4 color to me. But I like it. Hope you do too.

(Coments are welcome!)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v651/gelf13/DD082-color-by-AG.jpg


For me, personally, the colors are a bit harsh. One of the reasons we colored the page the way we did is because the rendering is all done in the black and white work - the colors needed to be more subtle so they didn't overpower the inks. Also, Frank didn't have to do much rendering in the color since it was all done in the black and white. The fx are kept to a bare minimum. Give it another go, and try scaling those colors back in their inensity and see if it doesn't come out a little stronger.

[Michael Lark]

I need this in 1024x768. :D

(and don't steal Comics Continuum's bandwidth, Brandon. :no: Make it a link, at least, ;))

I've got mine set as my wallpaper at 1024x768. If someone will host it, I'll make it available.

[GelfXIII]

For me, personally, the colors are a bit harsh. One of the reasons we colored the page the way we did is because the rendering is all done in the black and white work - the colors needed to be more subtle so they didn't overpower the inks. Also, Frank didn't have to do much rendering in the color since it was all done in the black and white. The fx are kept to a bare minimum. Give it another go, and try scaling those colors back in their inensity and see if it doesn't come out a little stronger.

First, I gotta say it is SO COOL of you to even respond to this flagrant intrusion on your work. I really enjoyed playing in your sandbox, and I hope it's cool with you. I of course concede completely that you and Frank's version is about 7 million times better than mine and [Wayne's World] I'm not worthy! I'm not Worthy![/Wayne's World] :D This is only the second time I've ever tried to do any coloring so any and all suggestions are completely welcome.

So I revisited my version with your comments in mind and toned down the colors (Set the color fill layers to 55% transparency, and decreased the Saturation by 30%) It looked really dark, so I decreased the transparency of the shadows that I added by about 30%. Here's the result:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v651/gelf13/DD082-color-by-AG2.jpg

Not too bad. Definately an improvement, but it's still not there. Something about the skin tone bothers me, but it seems to have more menace in the DD dropping out of the rain. I thought of artificially brightening up the letters on his chest, to make them stand out more, but I figured that would be too heavy handed. Thoughts?

[Michael Lark]

First, I gotta say it is SO COOL of you to even respond to this flagrant intrusion on your work. I really enjoyed playing in your sandbox, and I hope it's cool with you. I of course concede completely that you and Frank's version is about 7 million times better than mine and [Wayne's World] I'm not worthy! I'm not Worthy![/Wayne's World] :D This is only the second time I've ever tried to do any coloring so any and all suggestions are completely welcome.

So I revisited my version with your comments in mind and toned down the colors (Set the color fill layers to 55% transparency, and decreased the Saturation by 30%) It looked really dark, so I decreased the transparency of the shadows that I added by about 30%. Here's the result:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v651/gelf13/DD082-color-by-AG2.jpg

Not too bad. Definately an improvement, but it's still not there. Something about the skin tone bothers me, but it seems to have more menace in the DD dropping out of the rain. I thought of artificially brightening up the letters on his chest, to make them stand out more, but I figured that would be too heavy handed. Thoughts?

I agree - that's a definite improvement! I also agree about the skin tones. Hmmm. You know, you might want to do some searching on-line - I know that there are a bunch of places where you can find swatches of colors and pallettes to use for things like this. Skin tones are the hardest, and I know there're bunches of them out there.

Something else to consider is that you don't HAVE to color the skin tones realistically. Setting a mood sometimes requires taking artistic liscense. Check out my cover to Gotham Central #9 (I think). We used all blue tones for everthing except the orange prison uniform. Including blue skin. (If you do something like that well, it won't look like a Smurf.)

Glad you had fun!

[THWIP!]

I've got mine set as my wallpaper at 1024x768. If someone will host it, I'll make it available.
I'll host it on photobucket if you want.

[DeleriumTremens]

Let's get this done. I already have the Hulk-Spidey page as the background on my PSP, I'd love to be able to use DD for my comp background.

[Michael Lark]

I'll host it on photobucket if you want.

Gimme your info, and I'll post it.

[Michael Lark]

OK, here's the problem. the image is 1006 kb at 1024x768. Photobucket will resize anything over 512 kb. What do I do?

EDIT:

OK, now I'm getting annoyed. I resized it in Photoshop, and my computer shows the size to be 472 kb. Fine. But when i upload it into Photobucket, they still resize it to half size. GRRRRR!!!!!!!!!!!

EDIT AGAIN:

OK. They don't tell you that, by default, they have the max pic size set at 256 kb instead of the allowed 512 kb. But I finally got it figured out.

So now, there are some brand spanking new wallpapers available to you, at 800x600, 1024x768, and 1152x864.

http://photobucket.com/albums/v234/MichaelLark/DD%20Wallpaper/

Password: ddwallpaper

Enjoy!

[Dannñ B]

www.imageshack.us (www.imageshack.us) Takes up to 1020 kilobytes.

[dookula]

michael,

big fan since gotham central. that page looks as good as anything you've ever done. keep up the good work!

[V-Man]

Amazing! I can't waiT!

[NCKfury27]

you tease me more than my wife...

[Onin356]

Holy crap! That's good. Better than good. :)

Any chance I could see a drawing of Bullseye?

[Aaron Bir]

Fricking fantastic stuff.

[JABSEN]

Nice!

new wallpaper

[Michael Lark]

New wallpaper? Huh?

[JABSEN]

New wallpaper? Huh?Sorry.I meant it's my new wallpaper on my desktop

[Darediva]

So, now that we've seen a couple of covers, who is the artist? I can't quite make out the sig.

And you guys have me cryin' in my beer over here with where it looks like the story is going.:sad:

[Michael Lark]

So, now that we've seen a couple of covers, who is the artist? I can't quite make out the sig.

And you guys have me cryin' in my beer over here with where it looks like the story is going.:sad:

Tommy Lee Edwards is doing covers. And if you're crying in your beer now.....heh. Just you wait.

[Darediva]

Thanks for the info about the cover artist.

Awwww, man...I just saw the pages you did and the alternate 82 cover. You and Bru are breakin' my heart. But damn, am I ever looking forward to the story!

Sure hope I can get hold of the alternate cover.

[KAK]

Looks awesome Mike, can't wait for your run to start!

[KYUSS]

Awesome....the dream team on DD