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Sketchcards are one-of-a-kind original pieces of art. They are drawn or painted directly on the trading card surface and then inserted into random packs. If you get lucky you might pull a miniature masterpiece.
Sketchcards allow astonishing artistic freedom to manipulate the modern myths of Marvel Comics. We find funky eye-frying versions of our favorite characters that would have never existed without these unique interpretations.
Sketchcards are a marriage made in Heaven for those of us who happen to get massive pleasure from Superheroes and Art. As an unrepentant fanboy it doesn't get any better than this.
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Monthly Archives: January 2011
Clawing The Eyes Out Of Your Head with Artfan’s Tigra Collection.
Ahhh. It is a brand new week in the Sketchcard Saloon and we are starting things off with a growl. Welcome to the most glorious collection of original Tigra art in existence. The man calls himself artfan, and the girl … Continue reading
A Friday Full of Nar!
That is a pretty accurate portrait of the feeling I get whenever I gaze upon the insanely creative interpretations of classic Marvel Comics characters by the brilliant madman named Nar. He is, without a doubt, one of the most highly … Continue reading
Squirrel Girl’s Lone Appearance in New Avengers #8.
That’s all she got this month, but it is more than enough for me. A full mugshot? Yes please.
Fantastic Four Overload.
Yesterday the Marvel Universe shook. One of the Fantastic Four was killed. Katie Cook blamed Paste Pot Pete, but that was just a joke. Today she starts the party with the classic pose shown above. Then we roll out the … Continue reading
Who Really Killed Human Torch.
Claude St. Aubin did that melancholy tribute to the dear departed Human Torch. With today’s tragic turn of events, we scoured the sketchcard world to find the true culprit. Katie Cook had the answer. Turns out it was Paste Pot … Continue reading
99 points for Mike Miller.
No, not that guy. Even though we had the pleasure to witness the NBA version of Mike Miller pouring in 22 points in the 2nd quarter Saturday night here in Miami, today we are celebrating the artist named Mike Miller. 99 … Continue reading
The Glory of Carlo Soriano.
Carlo Soriano’s magnificent miniature Marvel Masterpieces sing like a symphony, leaving me speechless.
More Phoenix, More Better.
That is an actual screenshot of Jean Grey getting Pheeney with it, in Marvel vs. Capcom 3. We love the heat, we love the fire, we cannot get enough. Today we have a fresh batch of the best Phoenix ever seen, courtesy … Continue reading
Aquaman: Respect the Fish.
Aquaman gets no respect. Even though he can hold his breath longer than anyone you know while having a long conversation with the local plankton, he is often seen as a joke. Andy Price answered the critics in the sketch … Continue reading
Mystery Spoiler for Moon Knight by Alex Maleev.
That is a drawing that was just released by Alex Maleev. It seems to show some sort of morphing Moon Knight. Wolverine’s claws, Spider-Man’s web shooters, Captain America’s shield, and a disappearing leg. Could it be a secret spoiler for … Continue reading
Iron Man 2 Showdown: Dan Panosian vs. Elaine Perna vs. Mike Maihack.
Those are four little beauties from Dan Panosian’s Iron Man 2 original art sketch cards. His style is thick and chewy and dense. In the name of contrast, we are showcasing the pure crystal clarity of Elaine Perna and the whimsical merry … Continue reading
It’s true, Skottie Young did sketch cards.
That happens to be one of my favorite Marvel Comic covers of all time. I love me some X-Babies, and when they got such a big name to make them immortal I did flips inside my head. Skottie Young. The name gets … Continue reading
Squirrel Girl Coming Into Focus.
That is the before and after cover illustration for the GLA Missasembled by Paul Pelletier. That’s her in the corner. Squirrel Girl has come a long way baby. Brian Michael Bendis is now in charge of the myth of Doreen … Continue reading
Sommariva Rocks!
Jon Sommariva. His work speaks for itself, and it is LOUD.
The Amazing Daniel Campos.
Those are the personal favorites of Daniel Campos, from his own Fantastic Four Archives sketch cards. He has a permanent place in our hearts, and on the banner of the Sketchcard Saloon with his Skrull Elektra. The man is truly … Continue reading
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