Title: The Art of Star Trek & Defiant (HC)
Publishing: IDW Publishing
Cover Artist: Angel Unzueta
Collection Editors: Heather Antos, Cassandra Jones, Michele Abounader
Collection Designer: Travis Excarfullary
Star Trek Created by: Gene Roddenberry:
Price: $ 53.99 US
Rating: 3 out of 5 stars
Website: www.idwpublishing.com
Comments: The artwork captures the likenesses of the Star Trek characters, making it easy to recognize who is who. Many talented artists who have worked on Star Trek comics are featured here. The artwork brings out the alien nature of the various extraterrestrial races, while the spaceships and space stations appear as welcoming ports in the darkness of space, offering travelers a safe haven. The facial expressions of the characters convey a wide range of emotions.
This book showcases not only the pencilers but also the inkers and colorists. Each artist brings a unique interpretation of the familiar characters and settings. Many pages feature artwork in various stages of completion, from the original pencils to the finished inks and full-color versions. Interviews with the artists provide additional insight into their creative processes.
Characters from numerous Star Trek television series appear throughout the book. Captain Sisko receives particular attention because of his connection to the USS Defiant and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine. The Klingons also receive plenty of attention, with Worf appearing in numerous illustrations.
There are some wonderfully dynamic action scenes that capture the excitement and adventure associated with Star Trek. The artwork demonstrates how the artists bring the characters, alien worlds, and spacecraft to life.
This book collects artwork from throughout the Star Trek: Defiant comic book series. It is packed with cover illustrations, concept art, preliminary sketches, and finished interior pages. Seeing the artwork progress from pencils to inks and colors gives readers a greater appreciation for the talent and effort involved in producing these comics.
If you are a Star Trek fan, especially one who appreciates comic book artwork, you are sure to enjoy this collection. It is a wonderful opportunity to appreciate the artists who have helped bring the Star Trek universe to life on the printed page.
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