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On Saturday June 28th of 2008 Carly and I got the sad news that Michael Turner had passed away. At the time we were up at Wizard World Chicago, and I told Carly I was going to do a tribute piece to Michael Turner. As most of you know, or at least if you have eyes to see with you can tell he was a huge inspiration in my work. So I felt that this was something I had to do. I didn't know him as well as some people, but I at least had the honor of knowing him. 2 days after we got home from Wizard World Chicago, I finished drawing this piece. Unfortunately shortly into July, Carly was in a bad car accident, and she was unable to color it for a while. So I do apologize for the delay in getting this to you all, but fortunately Carly is alive and well, and she is back to coloring. So for the first time ever I would like to submit this piece colored by some one other than myself on my Deviant Art gallery. Thank you for the amazing colors sweety I love you.colors by...
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Oh no, I can't believe I never heard about this.
His work was so often criticized, it frustrated me. I hoped I might meet him someday to tell him that they're all wrong. The man knew beauty. I've never seen an artist who could draw more powerful, more deep, more shining eyes. I could stare for ages at the eyes of his characters. I'll miss his work.
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Glad to hear that Carly's fine. This is a great image and homage to Turner. I love the light from the sky in the upper left corner.
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The first time I saw this picture, it brought a tear to my eye..
He left us far too soon.
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Joli dessin, je suis toujours aussi attristΓ© d'avoir appris sa sa mort, Michael Turner m'a fait renouΓ© avec les comics et le dessin...
RIP Michael...
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Funny how I thought this image would suit so well the recent and so big loss of one of comics' legends. I mean this guy had it all: talents, humanity and heart combined... proof that the best do go first.
Very beautiful piece of work, marvelous colors by Superchica, who once again out-performs herself
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@ namekianpikkoro7: If I recall it right it was a Wizard Magazine Cover you think of!!
This piece would have been perfect for the Fan-tribute we are working on at the aspenboards, unfortunately the deadline was weeks ago and we all haven't posted our pieces yet, but I doubt that they will come close to this quality!
This piece is awesome!!
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well I certainly appreciate it. If you want to share it up on those boards you're welcome to do so. Thank you very much for the compliment, and Im glad you enjoy the work we put into it.
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Very similar to the page in one of Michael Turner's book where Wonder Woman, Batman, Superman and so forth are standing over a grave. Too bad my ex has almost everything of mine! I don't remember all of the characters, the title of the book or the page number...
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oh acctually I intended it to be that way. I believe it was a JLA cover where Batman Wonder Woman Superman and other leaguers were around the grave.so this piece is more of a nod to one of his more well known pieces, but it had his characters surrounding the grave instead of the DC characters. normally I dont do art work based on his compositions but I felt that this one was appropriate.
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Hey, I just got back from WizardWorld Texas (Arlington). Swung by your table, you have excellent art. This is a great piece.
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Hey thank you very much! was the show fun for you?
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Yeah, I only spent 3hrs there though. Couldn't get my friends to go with me on a Fri. and had to work Sat. Short and sweet, but it was kewl seeing all the talent in one place. I can't remember the last con I went to, it's been so long, so it's like my first time all over again.
Was it a good time for you guys?
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This is amazing. I made it my wallpaper, not only because it's a great piece, but also because Michael Turner was also a great influence for me.
What I'm basically asking here, is, as I mentioned, I made it my wallpaper and so was wondering if you'd mind if it appeared on my deviantart page (under desktop).
Of course, in the post, a link to this page will be given.
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Oh I dont mind at all. If you would like to put it up there, please do so, Id be honored.
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Thank you. It has been done.
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A powerful homage to a great artist. He will be missed.
I think this does him justice. Both the Line Art and the colors are amazing. You two did an incredible job.
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Thank you, and I just hope he would have liked it. I will pass your compliments on to CArly as well.
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ItΒ΄s so sad that he is dead 
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he died? O.O I didn't know... great pic and may he rest in peace
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i cried when i first heard....he was my ispiration to start drawing.....i cant belive i will never see his artwork again......he will be truly missed.....you did a great job in this tribute...i belive you are good enough to take over for him...i would surely invest in your art...
R.I.P Michael Turner
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he was an amzing artist man i wish i only had the chance to meet him and see more of his work
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seeing this made me remember the tribute at comic con. i couldn't help but cry. you and your gf did a wonderful job
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I got to say a few words at the Micheal Turner Tribute panel at ComicCon 08 in San Diego. I got really choked up because I lost my grandad 18 days before he died, so the idea of people losing someone close to them was very fresh in my mind.
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It is very lovely. Thank you. Michael was a very nice person and his art was beyond measure.
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This is a nice gesture man. and it looks incredible
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Thanks man I appreciate that.
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I was going through my comic crate and i found the butcher of balis again. made me wanna read more so i'm gonna order stuff from your store i think next month. How is it all going, doin alot of conventions?
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Oh Ive been doing a few here and there haha That's cool man. Memories ay?
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Cool man, keep it up. i know you will
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I loved his art, Fathom being my favorite. Wonderful job!
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OMG, i didn't know! He was my favorite artist, I still have the entire Fathom collection. I like idolized his work for a long time now. I even followed your work as well as beretta92 because your work resembled so much of Michael Turner's. He will be missed.
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MT was of huge inspiration to a great many aspiring pencil-artists, myself included. I'm deeply moved by this sentiment... and the work itself, so reminiscent of Turner's earlier style, is in and of itself quite moving.
Beautiful tribute, to a beautiful talent.
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This is amazing.
A fine tribute to a fine, fine man.
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Nice work. I am working on a tribute piece also. I will not have a fine colorist as yourself thought.
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Very Fitting tribute to very influencail artist. He and his great work will be greatly missed. Thanks for sharing this.
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Hey This is really cool man it really does Michael Turner Justice. I went to his Eulogy at Comicon this year and at the end everyone seriously felt like they lost their best friend. So its really cool to see someone deliver such a nice piece in his honor.
On another note I was wondering if you could give me some pointers on a scene that I finished coloring and posted and let me know whats missing?
Thanks and once again great work!
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That is an absolute beautiful peice. You really have done an exceptional job at capturing the different phases of emotion.
Well Done. Michael would be proud.
Good to hear your wifes ok
RIP Michael Turner
You will be greatly missed
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Sad event but this piece is great man. β Michael Turner
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Excellent work.
He will be missed but his legacy will live on.
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i think it came out awesome and well worth the wait
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Michael Turner was a huge inspiration to a lot of artists including myself. Now his stories, characters, and artwork will live on forever in comic legend. This is a fitting tribute to him, a great artist who left quite a mark on the world.
Thank you both for taking the time to make this and share it with us. Good job.
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