Flash Gordon v4 #1 - Al Williamson art & cover + 1st issue

Al Williamson

Flash Gordon v4 #1, 1966 - One of the great sci-fi artists of the 1950s, Al Williamson was tapped to illustrate the fourth series of this iconic space hero. During this time period, the artist's style transitions from gestural to more precise. The cover to this first issue demonstrates this through its sharpness and clarity. Williamson's inside stories are even better, showcasing dynamically drawn figures against imaginative backdrops. His special attention to lighting establishes mood and setting to great effect. This new, contemporary Flash Gordon is more active, adventurous and masculine. The inside front and back covers feature black and white pin-ups, possibly reprinted from earlier Alex Raymond newspaper strips(?). As an added bonus, a map of the planet Mongo appears on the back cover. This issue also includes artwork by Don Heck on Mandrake the Magician. This is 1 of 4 Flash Gordon issues by Williamson. /// key 1st issue
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Williamson cover pencils and inks = ***
"Flash Gordon" Williamson story pencils and inks 15 pages = ****
"Flash Gordon and the Mole Machine" Williamson story pencils and inks 12 pages = ****

Al Williamson

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