• 2010 Sketchbook
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  • 2010 Sketchbook
  • 2010 Sketchbook
  • 2010 Sketchbook
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2010 Sketchbook - Signed

2010 Sketchbook - Signed

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We've put a different twist on this book. It's still 64 pages, but we have decided to do completely black and white this time and added roughs to several of the sketches along with their original request.


SIGNED OR PERSONALIZED ON REQUEST - NOT RETURNABLE IF PERSONALIZED

Note from Steve:

"I wanted these books, more than anything else, to be fun." You probably assume you're reading the latest quote from the Dude on why he devoted his last 3 decades as an artist in the comic-book field. No.Sorry. Stan Lee, reflecting on his days as Marvel's head writer during the 1960's, beat me to it. 


Stan's philosophy may also explain why I've spent most of my time these days on Gallery work instead of the "so serious our faces crack" world of today's comics. Maybe when things lighten up and people get their perspective back I'll think about returning.

Inside this book, we've tried a different approach than previous sketchbooks. Instead of knocking myself out with paragraph after paragraph, explaining my thinking behind each and every drawing contained in these 64 pages, I'll try and sneak out of it by simply inserting the original "fan request" that accompanied these commissions. That way, you'll get to see what I was up against before I began drawing them, and, perhaps even more enlightening, how I interpreted their request.

 

Why do I still do these commissions if I'm not working in comics anymore? Because I like doing them, mostly. Also, to keep my skills unblunted, to keep my hand in the industry I'll always be known for.


Hope these drawings can bring some fun to your day!

In pause for the cause,

Steve Rude

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Mike Loving
Inspiring!

My name is Adam and this order ended up being my Christmas gift. After watching some interviews of Steve doing sketches or art studies made me want to start drawing in my sketchbook on a daily basis again. Now also having one of Steve’s sketchbooks is a helpful reminder that even the pros still like to practice.

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Michael Earls
Beautiful & Informative Sketchbooks & a Surprise Signature on the "Clobbered" Print!

I had to order the "B" cover of the Sketchbook, since the Dude is known as the expert on Space Ghost and all other H-B heroes! Love it! Inside the Sketchbooks are lots of beautiful artwork of course, but also a master class of how it's done! Just amazing to explore the Dude's process and see how all of his experience continues to grow and evolve.

The "Clobbered" Thing print is gorgeous! I had to treat myself to a print of my favorite hero and Dave always makes him seem both believable and fun. Plus, Jaynelle upgraded my purchase to include a signature - thanks for this great bonus.

Even though I ordered this a while back - and it came super fast in the mail - I didn't receive it till Christmas morning. My wife squirreled it all away before I had a chance to see it! But it sure was worth the wait! Can't thank you enough!

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Michael Earls
Beautiful & Informative Sketchbooks & a Surprise Signature on the "Clobbered" Print!

It's always such a treat to pour through artwork by Steve Rude, but it's a learning experience to read through his process while going through his Sketchbooks!

The mail quickly brought 2 Sketchbooks and a Beautiful "Clobbered" Thing print, but I had to wait till Christmas morning to open them up and enjoy. Definitely worth the wait! And then to discover that Jaynelle had upgraded the print to include a Dude signature made it even better! Thanks so much! I've got days of Sketchbook studying ahead!

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Scott Bruns
2023 Dude Sketchbook!

I'm never disappointed with Steve's art and sketch books! Always have interesting notes and suggestions for himself in drawing various subjects! Love seeing the art from his actual sketchbooks that he does himself and not just commissions. Nice to see the expanded pages thanks to Kickstarter too! Appreciate the quick delivery as well! Thank you!

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José Ramón Burillo

Great.

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