Most of you will not be aware of the astounding comic book artist Alex Ross who's mission is to make the amazing and fantastic appear realistic. I got a book of his art for DC comics for Christmas and was delighted to find out that his favourite band is Queen. In the book 'Mythology' I got a shock when confronted with the Queen II album sleeve. The text reads: "The iconic album cover for Queen II (Elektra Records, 1974, photographed by Mick Rock) has been an inspiration to Ross since he first saw it as a child. "My favorite band, and my favorite album cover ever. I stole the lighting technique and the figure placement to make what is probably the most popular group shot of the Justice League [Super Hero Group]) I've done yet." With Roger and Brian's fascination all-things space and fantasy perhaps Alex should be brought in to provide some art-work for the box-set? For the uninitiated, go and have a look at some of his stuff here: www.alexrossart.com/archives.html
The guy is fucking amazing and would surely jump at the chance to help out with a major Queen project.....?!
Adam Baboolal · Member since
I remember hearing about Alex Ross a lot from a friend. He said that Alex's pictures were some of the best in the comics and he wasn't wrong.
Nice idea about letting Bri and Rog know. But I don't see anything but a nice connection. Not really something to include in the boxset. BUT, I do see the idea of asking Alex Ross to create some new artwork for the boxset.
Nice one! Btw, is this the shot he was referring to: -> http://www.alexrossart.com/gallery/publishers/warnerbros/img/theseven.html
I can definitely picture a book (like in FM box) with artwork showing off iconic Queen images with this guys style. I think it's a great idea.
Peace,
Adam.
Soul Brother · Member since
Yeah, that's the one. In the Mythology book it becomes apparent that one of Alex's passions is re-creating old comic covers (eg from the 1940's and 50's) in his realistic style. I can imagine the NOTW cover being given the Ross treatment and can only imagine what the results would be like........!
Daburcor? · Member since
You REALLY should send this idea to Brian through his soapbox! I'd LOVE to see something like that! I am ALWAYS amazed by his artwork and a little jealous I might add! LOL!
