Collector's Shangri-La by KRK Ryden

Collector's Shangri-La by KRK Ryden

We're proud to present KRK Ryden's addition to our gallery of artists' visions of Collector's Shangri-La! KRK Ryden, the older brother of visual artist Mark Ryden, is best known for his work with DEVO and his colorful surreal style.

Others artists who've contributed their visions of Collector's Shangri-La include Mike Allred, Amanda Visell, Ryan Heshka, Richard Sala, Peter Bagge, Ragnar, Jim Woodring, Molly Crabapple, and Tony Millionaire.

Farewell Comics Legend Dick Ayers - Collector's Treasure of the Day

Avengers #1 Re-Creation Original Art Signed by Dick Ayers

Farewell to comic artist Dick Ayers (1924-2014), who passed away on Sunday at his home in NY less than a week after his 90th birthday. Our Collector's Treasure of the Day is this wonderful recreation by Ayers of the cover art for Avengers #1. Ayers was the original inker for the classic cover, so this is just about as close as a collector is likely to get to the fantasy of hanging this grail on their wall. Thor, Iron Man, the Hulk, Ant-Man, and the Wasp came together as the "Earth's Mightiest Super-Heroes" in battle against the power of Loki for the very first time in this historic image and it is among the most recognizable images of Marvel's Silver Age. Ayers was one of the most prolific artists at Marvel during the explosion of the early 1960s, not only acting as one of the primary inkers on Jack Kirby's pencils, but also producing his own art on runs like the Human Torch series in Strange Tales. This art is signed by Ayers in the lower margin and has an image area of approximately 12 x 18 inches. Excellent condition. COA.

Spotlight on the Father of Lowbrow Art Robert Williams - SDCC 2013 Exclusives

Robert Williams at the Gentle Giant Booth San Diego Comic-Con 2013

I had the pleasure of chatting with Robert Williams last weekend at San Diego Comic-Con. We had worked together some years back when I had created a line of condoms with packaging featuring the designs of artists like Williams, Coop, Peter Bagge, Ron English, Johnny Ryan, Peter Kuper, Trevor Brown, and Winston Smith. In the late 1960s Robert joined the ranks at Zap Comix where he created the seminal Underground Comix anti-hero, Coochy Cooty. In 1994 he co-founded Juxtapoz magazine which celebrates alternative and underground contemporary art.

Mr. Bitchin' Limited Edition Bust Hand-Signed by Robert Williams

This 5 inch mini bust depicts "Mr. Bitchin'" himself. Robert’s likeness is captured with incredible accuracy in this hand-cast mini bust, created by Gentle Giant Studios as a San Diego Comic-Con 2013 Exclusive. Produced in an unsigned limited edition of 150, Robert has specially autographed the ones available through us on the bottom of the bust. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Creation Trumps Creator Limited Edition Print Signed by Robert Williams

This beautiful giclée print of “Creation Trumps Creator" by Robert Williams was a San Diego Comic-Con 2013 exclusive. Produced in a numbered limited edition of 150, the print is hand-signed by Robert Williams. 14.75x 18 inches. Very Fine condition. Authenticity guaranteed for life by Collector's Shangri-La.

Conceptual Realism Book Autographed by Robert Williams

Coochy Cooty Limited Edition Figure by Robert Williams

Hysteria in Remission Limited Edition Book Signed by Robert Williams

Coochy Cooty Limited Edition Print Autographed by Robert Williams

Rods-A-Poppin Limited Edition Print Signed by Robert Williams

Window on the Unspeakable Limited Edition Uncut Card Sheet Signed by Robert Williams

The Portfolio of Underground Art Signed by 13 including Robert Crumb, Rick Griffin, Robert Williams

Peter Bagge Imagines "Collector's Shangri-La" - Share YOUR Vision for a Chance to Win!

Collector's Shangri-La by Peter Bagge

We're thrilled to share with you this idyllic illustration of "Collector's Shangri-La" by cartoonist Peter Bagge, whose best known works include Hate, Neat Stuff, and his contributions to Reason Magazine, MAD Magazine, and the Weekly World News, with the strip "Adventures of Batboy".

What does your "Shangri-La" for collectors look like? Share your vision with us by sending your artwork to collectorsshangrila "at" gmail.com or to Collector's Shangri-La, PO Box 491661, Los Angeles, CA 90049, USA. We'll post the best ones for everyone to enjoy!

Plus, the talented creator of our favorite submission will receive a Collector's Shangri-La $200 Gift Certificate! "Runner up" submissions will win other surprise goodies!

Submission deadline June 1, 2013.

The artwork may be any size, any medium. If you're sending it digitally, please keep it under 5 MB. Thanks!

Check out past "visions of Collector's Shangri-La" by Molly Crabapple, Tony Millionaire, and Ragnar.

Peter Bagge's Other Stuff Cover Original Art Signed by Peter Bagge

Ragnar Imagines "Collector's Shangri-La" - Share YOUR Vision for a Chance to Win!

We're thrilled to share with you a dynamic and sleek illustration of "Collector's Shangri-La" by contemporary artist Ragnar!

Click here for last week's artwork by comic artist Tony Millionaire (Sock Monkey, Drinky Crow).

What does your "Shangri-La" for collectors look like? Share your vision with us by sending your artwork to collectorsshangrila "at" gmail.com or to Collector's Shangri-La, PO Box 491661, Los Angeles, CA 90049, USA. We'll post the best ones for everyone to enjoy!

Plus, the talented creator of our favorite submission will receive a $200 Collector's Shangri-La Gift Certificate! "Runner up" submissions will win other surprise goodies!

Submission deadline June 1, 2013.

The artwork may be any size, any medium. If you're sending it digitally, please keep it under 5 MB. Thanks!

Tony Millionaire Imagines "Collector's Shangri-La" - Share YOUR Vision for a Chance to Win!

Cartoonist Tony Millionaire's Vision of "Collector's Shangri-La"

We're thrilled to share with you a gorgeous pen and ink illustration of "Collector's Shangri-La" by cartoonist Tony Millionaire, the beloved and award-winning creator of Drinky Crow’s Maakies, Sock Monkey, and Billy Hazelnuts.

What does your "Shangri-La" for collectors look like? Share your vision with us by sending your artwork to collectorsshangrila "at" gmail.com or to Collector's Shangri-La, PO Box 491661, Los Angeles, CA 90049, USA. We'll post the best ones for everyone to enjoy!

Plus, the talented creator of our favorite submission will receive a $200 Collector's Shangri-La Gift Certificate! "Runner up" submissions will win other surprise goodies!

Submission deadline June 1, 2013.

The artwork may be any size, any medium. If you're sending it digitally, please keep it under 5 MB. Thanks!