Artistwriter michael golden is one of the most respected creators in the comicbook industry, and he is the influence behind generations of artists. He is best known for his work on marvels the micronauts in the 70s, and the nam in the 1980s. Strange, among much more, and is counted as one of the best cover designers and storytellers in the business. See more ideas about comic books art, comics and comic art. Michael golden left micronauts after it was integrated into the marvel universe.
Because of this he struggled to find the appropriate appreciation for his talent from the publishers or the. Michael golden is an american comic book artist and writer best known for his late1970s work on marvel comics the micronauts, as well as his cocreation of the characters rogue and bucky ohare. Michael golden is an american comic book artist, and writer best known for his late1970s work on marvel comics the micronauts, as well as his cocreation of. Over 40 years ago, marvel debuted the influential micronauts comic book series, licensed at the time from the mego corporation the micronauts brand has since been acquired by hasbro.
In 2004 and 2005 he selfpublished the golden plates, an actiongospelpacked. In 1978 he collaborated with bill mantlo on marvels micronauts which he illustrated for the. Michaels work has graced hundreds of covers and pages of both dc comics and marvel comics titles. Michael golden started working in the industry at a time when the industry as a whole was coming out of a depression and they were struggling to gain their footing as an industry. Idw publishing announces michael goldens micronauts artists. Golden is also the subject of a recent book about him, published by twomorrows. Penciler, inker, colorist, writer michael golden is the complete artist, and during his career has served as art director for marvel comics and editor for dc comics. Artistwriter michael golden is one of the most respected creators in the comic book industry, and he is the influence behind generations of artists. Golden entered the comics industry in late 1977, working on such dc comics titles as mister miracle and batman family. Michael golden didnt know the micronauts would be in the. Jun 15, 2011 michael barson celebrating the golden era of romance comics romance comics flourished in the 1940s and 50s, with titles like was i a wicked wife. Sep 15, 2007 however, since this is a book about michael golden, known primarily as a comic book artist, let me talk first about that aspect of the book. See more ideas about comic art, comic books art and marvel comics.
Michael golden is a commercial artist, writer and comic book creator. Michael golden comic artist the most popular comic art by. The cover and all 22 interior pages are all presented here on individual pages that mimic golden s gorgeous original art. Michael golden is a legendary comic book artist and writer best known for his late1970s work on marvel comics the micronauts, as well as. Cocreator of rogue, bucky ohare, micronauts and the nam, among much more, golden is known as one of the artists on such characters as batman. Geek hards own roving reporter, ken baumgartner, recently got the chance to sit down with legendary artist michael golden. Michael golden im unofficial handbook of marvel comics creators. The first title was published by marvel comics in 1979, with both original characters and characters based on the toys. Idw publishing announces michael goldens micronauts. Michael golden gi joe yearbook artists edition portfolio.
Simply put, michael golden is one of the most respected and influential artists working in the comic book industry today. Including titles like avengers, xmen, spiderman, wolverine and more. However, since this is a book about michael golden, known primarily as a comic book artist, let me talk first about that aspect of the book. Strange to his groundbreaking work for the nam, he has shown the ability to adapt his unique style to any genre, with amazing results.
Now, through special arrangement with marvel comics and hasbro, idw is proud to present goldens micronauts work in the multieisner awardwinning artists edition format. Best known for his stints on the micronauts and the nam, michael has also contributed to numerous single issues and assorted covers and pinups. He makes a decent living via advertising work, comic books are a sideline. Captain america comic book artist allen bellman dead new. Michael golden is an american comic book artist and writer best known for his work on marvel comics the micronauts, as well as his cocreation of bucky ohare and the xmens rogue. While many books were poorly put together, michael goldens work was a parexcellent example of comics. When the golden age of comic books was young, released in 2017 with editors michael j. The golden age of comic book movies march 18, 2016 andrew leave a comment today marks a very much anticipated date for me, and that is the release of daredevil season 2 on netflix, the street level epic series about the crime fighting man without fear from hells kitchen. Michael golden comic art community gallery of comic art. But creator is more often credited as and calls himself michael golden. One of the most surprisingly awesome comic book series of the late 1970searly 1980s was a toy tiein comic book, as bill mantlo and michael golden teamed up for a brilliant yearlong run on the toy tiein comic book series. Michael golden, auch mike golden um 1945 ist ein usamerikanischer comiczeichner. Goldenage comic book artist allen bellman is pictured early in his career.
Watch as they discuss the nam, bucky ohare, and future projects. Artistwriter michael golden is one of the most respected creators in the comic book industry. Michael goldens micronauts artists edition idw publishing. Michael golden comic guest north texas comic book show. First look at idw publishings michael goldens micronauts. Artistwriter michael golden is one of the most respected creators in the comicbook industry. May 18, 2011 geek hards own roving reporter, ken baumgartner, recently got the chance to sit down with legendary artist michael golden. Michael golden artistwritercreator michael golden, cocreator of the xmens rogue character, spartan x and bucky ohare is known worldwide for his groundbreaking work on star wars, the nam, micronauts, g. His work is known to have influenced the style of artist arthur adams. The micronauts are comic books featuring a group of characters based on the mego micronauts toy line. An artists edition showcases comic book original art in its. Since 1979 iconic comic shop located in hollywood, california on melrose ave.
Simply put, michael golden is one of the most respected and influential artists working in the comic book industry. Now, through special arrangement with marvel comics and hasbro, idw is proud to present goldens micronauts work in the multieisner awardwinning artists edition format an artists edition showcases comic book original. Michael goldens micronauts artists edition celebrates. Michael golden is regarded as one of the masters of comic art, and his longoutofprint micronauts is regarded as the holy grail among his many legions of fans. Marvel published two micronauts series, mostly written by bill mantlo, until 1986, well after the toy line was cancelled in 1980. So allred started adapting the book of mormon into a multipart graphic novel. Idw to release michael goldens micronauts artists edition. Goldens art features image of jimmy pierce as hitman, a skullthemed vigilante who took over after the punisher was presumed dead. Michael s work has graced hundreds of covers and pages of both dc comics and marvel comics titles.
One of the most surprisingly awesome comic book series of the late 1970searly 1980s was a toy tiein comic book, as bill mantlo and michael golden teamed up for a brilliant yearlong run on the toy tiein comic book series, micronauts. Golden s unique, innovative work has been seen in micronauts, the nam, and doctor strange, as well as almost every major character in comics. Golden also penciled parts of the marvel noprize book. Now, through special arrangement with marvel comics and hasbro, idw is proud to present golden s micronauts work in the multieisner awardwinning artists edition format.
He later selfpublished a book on his career called timely confidential. Feb 22, 2012 the collection includes 44 of the overstreet comic book price guides list of top 100 issues from the golden age of comic books. From the people who bring you the eisner awardwinning artists edition series, comes the next artists edition portfolio. Michael goldens micronauts artists edition celebrates the. By creating an account, you verify that you are at least years of age, and have read and agree to the terms of service and. Idwm will release the latest addition to its multiple eisner awardwinning ae line with michael goldens micronauts artists edition. However when all is said and done michael golden is one of the masters of the comic book industry, talent to burn and indeed talent oozes from his artistic pores. Issue checklist via credit search for name michael golden issue checklist via linked credit records story credits in the gcd via search for michael golden whos who of american comic books. Michael barson celebrating the golden era of romance comics romance comics flourished in the 1940s and 50s, with titles like was i a wicked. Michael golden comic art member gallery results page 5.
Michael golden is an american comics artist and writer best known for his late1970s work on marvel comics the micronauts, as well as his cocreation of the characters rogue and bucky ohare. Michael golden comic artist the most popular comic art. Golden apple comics has a large selection of vintage, modern and variant marvel comics. Michael golden is a comic book writer and illustrator who worked on a few. All comic art shown is owned or created by our gallery owners at. Goldens unique, innovative work has been seen in micronauts, the nam, and doctor strange, as well as almost every major character in comics. Michael golden is an american comics artist and writer best known for his late 1970s.
San diego, ca february 27, 2020 in june, idw publishing otcqx. Michael golden is considered a truly visionary artist among his peers. The collection includes 44 of the overstreet comic book price guides list of top 100 issues from the golden age of comic books. He visualizes the finished page completely in his head before he beginsas if those images had been there always, waiting to be freed. One of the storytellers in the industry, influencing generations of comics fans and professionals, michael golden boasts creations that are some of the most licensed and enduring in the industry.
He wanted to know if it was true that the amazing comic book artist, michael golden, never signs his name on his published artwork. However, whats amusing is that golden didnt really know what he was getting into with the micronauts. The golden age of comic book movies can you believe that. In the early 1990s, golden was an editor for dc comics and. Happy 60th birthday michael golden the great comic book. Weve detected that you are using adblock plus or some other adblocking software which is preventing the page from fully loading. We buy your collectibles and offer consignment services. After starting his illustration career in commercial art, golden entered the. The cover and all 22 interior pages are all presented here on individual pages that mimic goldens gorgeous original art. His realistically detailed illustrations have graced comics since the1970s. Read their bio, check out their credits, and discuss their work.