Today we make due with a man called Frank Quitely. He is, quite frankly, one of the most innovative artists today in the field of comics. Perhaps best known for his work on the Wildstorm property, The Authority, his work can be currently seen in Marvel's comic, New X-Men. His style is distinctively brutal and unkind, emphasizing the awe of super powers while never ignoring the ugliness of the violence it can cause. His run on The Authority was riddled with slap-in-the-face references to many major comic book icons, maintaining a different look, but recognizeable enough to maintain its satirical nature. My favorite aspect is the nonchalant manner in which his figures interact with each other. He does maintain a staunch dynamism in his portrayals, but their day-to-day mannerisms stink of reality. Look him up, you may be surprised at what you find.
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