*~LANE & KENT~* Clark/Superman & Lois relationship...

[adrikito]

By Juan Ferreyra:




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THANKS, WOW.. There are more pages in the link..

Perry is using glasses here..

[Celgress]

Absolutely. No matter who you are or where you are, the people around you, whether they’re blood relatives or close relationships, they become your family. They become the relationships that shape who you are. That’s always been what we wanted to do with Superman, with Jon, specifically, and Hamilton and Kathy. We didn’t just want to give Jon a town to grow up in and then have him always running off to Metropolis. We wanted Hamilton to be his Smallville.



We went through a few changes with Kathy. Interestingly, she was originally going to be a villain, and we ended up liking her so much that I told Pete, “I don’t think I can do it. I don’t think I can make her a villain. I like her. She’s almost like a Lana Lang, but different too.”

Bringing her into this story was very intentional because we’ve always had plans to grow her beyond what she is. I’m always interested in creating new characters and playing with characters that are new because there isn’t a preconceived notion of where they’re going. I like there to be a variety and a freshness where you’re not sure who they are or how they’ll relate. I think it’s been great to see Kathy and Jon grow together and Superman and Boyzarro, too!

From what I've seen of Kathy (both character and design) I do like her and feel she holds plenty of promise to be interesting in the future.

[The Learner]

By Juan Ferreyra:

Are these images part of an upcoming issue? They look good.

[Miles To Go]

Marvel's past has come to destroy Clark's future

[Soubhagya]

[Miles To Go]

Schedule for C2E2

Saturday, April 7th | 11:00AM – 12:00PM
Brian Michael Bendis & Mark Millar One-on-One: Industry Giants in Conversation
The C2E2 Main Stage presents a once-in-a-lifetime dream panel. Join two of the most iconic names in the comic book universe, on stage together! Be there for a candid one-on-one conversation with these two creative titans as they discuss their monumental careers and incredible creations.

Saturday, April 7th | 12:15PM – 1:15PM
DC Celebrates Action Comics 1000
Comic books reach an incredible milestone on April 18 as Action Comics, the book that created the superhero genre and introduced the world to Superman, reaches an unheard of 1000 issues! With a must-have comic book and commemorative hardcover on the horizon, meet some of comics’ greatest creative minds and hear about their contributions to the book spotlighting one of the most iconic characters in pop culture.

https://www.newsarama.com/39002-dc-c...undefined.uxfs

[Jon11]

DAN JURGENS TALKS SAYING GOODBYE TO SUPERMAN WITH ACTION COMICS #999 (EXCLUSIVE)

For over 30 years, Dan Jurgens has helped mold the world of Clark Kent and his cosmic alter-ego. From his first brush with the Son of Krypton as a penciler on 1987’s The Adventures of Superman Annual #1 to his iconic stint as a writer and artist for on Superman in the ’90s, which spawned the best-selling graphic novel Death of Superman, Jurgens has made his mark on the Man of Tomorrow.

Now, as Action Comics heads towards its thousandth issue, Jurgens is moving on from the Big Blue Boy Scout yet again. We got an exclusive look at Jurgens’ last issue, and caught up with him to talk about three decades of creating Superman comics, his last issue of Action Comics, and the morality of the Man of Steel.

Jurgens’ time on Superman makes him one of the iconic character’s longest tenured creators, a fact that’s not lost on the storyteller. “Knowing that I was able to make that kind of contribution to one of, if not the most notable character in comics, is really quite special,” Jurgens told Nerdist. “One of the reasons for that is it means I was able to find different things to say about the character, while at the same time finding some consistency in approach. It can be a delicate line to walk and I think I found the right path.”

Collaborating with Jurgens on Action Comics #999 is artist Will Conrad, who brings a unique take to his visualization of Supes. “Will has a particular approach to Superman that captures him quite well,” Jurgens said. “I’ve always said that Superman needs to have a certain sense of presence on the page that comes across all the time. Will gives Superman that sense of presence and stature that really feels like Superman. At the same time, Jon and Lois have the necessary level of humanity that works for them. It’s a great approach.”

Issue #999 is a juxtaposition between epic Superman space action and the interior home life of Lois and Clark, but it also explores the idea of restorative justice, something often ignored in cape comics. “We talk all the time about what a horrible place the Phantom Zone is—being stuck there is a particular form of cruel and unusual punishment,” Jurgens said. “So that takes us down the road of wondering if Superman would really use that as a prison? In our understanding of Superman, would he really act as judge, jury, and ‘executioner’ in terms of sentencing someone—even as evil as Cyborg Superman—to the Phantom Zone? Or would he try to actually help him?”

These kinds of questions are what appear to make Superman a fascinating character to Jurgens. “I’ve always said that one of the unique things about Superman is that he deals with the victims of a crime in a way that most superheroes don’t,” he said. “Yes, he’s there to stop the criminal, but he’s also there to help the victim. And, given his origin, Cyborg Superman is also a victim.”

Jurgens began his current Superman arc with the Rebirth relaunch, which saw Action Comics return to its original numbering. “This really acts as an epilogue to our previous story, which was all about family,” Jurgens said. “We’re continuing that here. It also serves as a bridge to my story in Action 1000. Both deal with the concept of, ‘Who is Superman?’ Sure, we see the obvious, which is his ability to move a mountain, but does he ever go beyond that?”

He continued, “Anytime a writer is exploring a character, they have to find the proper parameters. As I step aside, I decided to do a little of that with Superman rather than just tell ‘the next big adventure.'”

The thing Jurgens is most excited about in his last issue is the fact that it’s a story that matters. “We aren’t marking time here—not just filling in the gaps,” he said. “We advanced the ball on the family’s overall relationship. We also addressed the overall question of how Superman relates to his rogues gallery. It made for a very nice way to bid a fond farewell to Superman.”

Action Comics #999 hits your local comic shop on Wednesday, March 14.

[Jon11]

Source: Nerdist.

No Booth art, FORTUNATELY. (Although I wonder what happened to that WIP panel that had Kara in it...)

[adrikito]

Source: Nerdist.

No Booth art, FORTUNATELY. (Although I wonder what happened to that WIP panel that had Kara in it...)

Is only 1 issue but... After see the preview and that cover.. I think that Lois problems with her dad are going to get worse..

[Miles To Go]

Digging the skirt Lois is wearing. Rare to see her in housewife mode too,

[Soubhagya]

DAN JURGENS TALKS SAYING GOODBYE TO SUPERMAN WITH ACTION COMICS #999 (EXCLUSIVE)

For over 30 years, Dan Jurgens has helped mold the world of Clark Kent and his cosmic alter-ego. From his first brush with the Son of Krypton as a penciler on 1987’s The Adventures of Superman Annual #1 to his iconic stint as a writer and artist for on Superman in the ’90s, which spawned the best-selling graphic novel Death of Superman, Jurgens has made his mark on the Man of Tomorrow.

Now, as Action Comics heads towards its thousandth issue, Jurgens is moving on from the Big Blue Boy Scout yet again. We got an exclusive look at Jurgens’ last issue, and caught up with him to talk about three decades of creating Superman comics, his last issue of Action Comics, and the morality of the Man of Steel.

Jurgens’ time on Superman makes him one of the iconic character’s longest tenured creators, a fact that’s not lost on the storyteller. “Knowing that I was able to make that kind of contribution to one of, if not the most notable character in comics, is really quite special,” Jurgens told Nerdist. “One of the reasons for that is it means I was able to find different things to say about the character, while at the same time finding some consistency in approach. It can be a delicate line to walk and I think I found the right path.”

Collaborating with Jurgens on Action Comics #999 is artist Will Conrad, who brings a unique take to his visualization of Supes. “Will has a particular approach to Superman that captures him quite well,” Jurgens said. “I’ve always said that Superman needs to have a certain sense of presence on the page that comes across all the time. Will gives Superman that sense of presence and stature that really feels like Superman. At the same time, Jon and Lois have the necessary level of humanity that works for them. It’s a great approach.”

Issue #999 is a juxtaposition between epic Superman space action and the interior home life of Lois and Clark, but it also explores the idea of restorative justice, something often ignored in cape comics. “We talk all the time about what a horrible place the Phantom Zone is—being stuck there is a particular form of cruel and unusual punishment,” Jurgens said. “So that takes us down the road of wondering if Superman would really use that as a prison? In our understanding of Superman, would he really act as judge, jury, and ‘executioner’ in terms of sentencing someone—even as evil as Cyborg Superman—to the Phantom Zone? Or would he try to actually help him?”

These kinds of questions are what appear to make Superman a fascinating character to Jurgens. “I’ve always said that one of the unique things about Superman is that he deals with the victims of a crime in a way that most superheroes don’t,” he said. “Yes, he’s there to stop the criminal, but he’s also there to help the victim. And, given his origin, Cyborg Superman is also a victim.”

Jurgens began his current Superman arc with the Rebirth relaunch, which saw Action Comics return to its original numbering. “This really acts as an epilogue to our previous story, which was all about family,” Jurgens said. “We’re continuing that here. It also serves as a bridge to my story in Action 1000. Both deal with the concept of, ‘Who is Superman?’ Sure, we see the obvious, which is his ability to move a mountain, but does he ever go beyond that?”

He continued, “Anytime a writer is exploring a character, they have to find the proper parameters. As I step aside, I decided to do a little of that with Superman rather than just tell ‘the next big adventure.'”

The thing Jurgens is most excited about in his last issue is the fact that it’s a story that matters. “We aren’t marking time here—not just filling in the gaps,” he said. “We advanced the ball on the family’s overall relationship. We also addressed the overall question of how Superman relates to his rogues gallery. It made for a very nice way to bid a fond farewell to Superman.”

Action Comics #999 hits your local comic shop on Wednesday, March 14.

I am going to miss Dan Jurgens. He along with Tomasi and Gleason managed to make me love and care for Superman and his family. Thanks for sharing this Jon.

[Soubhagya]

Source: Nerdist.

No Booth art, FORTUNATELY. (Although I wonder what happened to that WIP panel that had Kara in it...)

I am digging the preview. Superman cutting asteroid with precision. And Sam and her daughter going to have a real talk. It looks like this is going to be a real good issue. However, i won't be surprised that it could wrap up things a bit too quickly. Jurgens was going to write after #1000. So, he might not wish to leave dangling threads for Bendis.

[Soubhagya]

Digging the skirt Lois is wearing. Rare to see her in housewife mode too,

I love the dress. While there are some fans who don't like to see her in housewife mode, i dig it. It makes her more multi-faceted in my opinion. She is just as awesome chasing stories as she is at home taking care of her son. I don't know about earlier stories as i began reading comics in Rebirth, but on one hand you have that first issue of Deathstroke, (the second one kind of sucked imho), on the other you have this. You feel absolutely happy for Supes. She is the most perfect woman in his life. He is lucky to have her.

[adrikito]

AC 1000 is almost here...

[rosawater]

Eh, I'll just ignore it, like I've done with other takes recently. Although I do find it funny how DC managed to pair on Superman just the two creators that are at the bottom of my list, LOL.

Right? I couldn't be more underwhelmed if I tried. But yeah, ignoring is the best policy. I just hope I they release something Superman related that I like under the Black Label because the idea is right up my alley.

By @Dee_Stroyer:



Art by Al Rio, colored by Angel Rd:



By robseraf:

All three of these are cute. Thank you for posting them.

Are these images part of an upcoming issue? They look good.

Looking at his twitter, from what I understand this is just something he was working on his own and decided to share for his Birthday. It appears that he hasn't worked on a book since the work he did for Green Arrow five weeks ago. That's sad and I do hope he gets an offer to work on another book soon. I like his style.