Al Williamson

One of my favorite comics artists, Al Williamson, has died. I first encountered his work, as you might expect, in the context of a Star Wars comic book. His work is exceptionally detailed, and he especially excels at suggesting texture. Here are a few examples I grabbed from around the Interweb.

From Byzantium's Shores: chronicling the misadventures of an overalls-clad hippie

From Byzantium's Shores: chronicling the misadventures of an overalls-clad hippie

From Byzantium's Shores: chronicling the misadventures of an overalls-clad hippie

From Byzantium's Shores: chronicling the misadventures of an overalls-clad hippie

From Byzantium's Shores: chronicling the misadventures of an overalls-clad hippie