Dracula Lives #3 - Neal Adams art & cover

Neal Adams

Dracula Lives v1 #3, 1973 - Dracula stands poised atop an old castle, holding his victim securely and possessively. Lightning dramatically crackles in the darkening skies, illuminating not only the vampire, but the torch-bearing mob behind him. Neal Adams adds painterly washes to a conventionally drawn foundation, increasing depth and dimension. The beautifully painted storm clouds in the background elevate the mood to dramatic heights. This is Adams' only Dracula Lives cover, arguably the best of the entire run. Though uncredited, the artist is also one of several contributing inkers in a Solomon Kane story. The Crusty Bunkers were a loose-knit group of artists (including Adams) that combined their efforts during the bronze age. While difficult to pinpoint who did what, it is evident that Adams did most of the figures and faces. Combined with Al Weiss' formidable pencils, the final black and white illustrations are exemplary. This story was later reprinted in Dracula Lives annual #1. Other artists in this magazine include John Buscema, Alfonso Font, Syd Shores and C.A. Winter.

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Dracula Lives v1 = 3 Adams issues
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Adams painted cover = ***
"Castle of the Undead" Adams partial story inks (Al Weiss pencils) 12 pages (black and white) = ***

Neal Adams

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