mikemurray01001
@mikem01001.bsky.social
Disabled. Veteran. Those periods are important. Husband, father, friend. I live vicariously through my comics.
created November 15, 2024
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mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
#September_RainOfComicArt Day 3 is Cover featuring bat family member. Nicola Scott has always been one of my favorite artists, and she knows it. I'm still feeling a high for Nightwing after reading the Tom Taylor run. So, I couldn't pass up Nightwing #118. #comicsky #nightwing #dccomics
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Now reading The Mask of Haliya...
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Agreed!
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That's why I avoid the news as much as possible.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I did. Yet I wouldn't have remembered them without seeing your post.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
This is AWESOME!
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You are worth it! I'm glad that you're getting better at it.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Raul, you killed it! That is the absolute BEST answer, and I'm ashamed that I didn't think of it.
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And for that, I am happy. Good for you.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
If you see this, QTP with a trio of awesomeness.
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Spider-Man: Death of Jean DeWolff. X-Men: Mutant Massacre Fall of the Mutants
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Woo Hoo!
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I wish I could go. Maybe I'll see you somewhere next year...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
I just backed DEEP SEA GRAPHIC NOVEL. on @Kickstarter www.kickstarter.com/projects/cre... Paperfilms always delivers!
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Day 2 of #September_RainOfComicArt is Hulk team-up. Marvel Team-Up Annual #2 was HUGE for me when I was younger. I even took a shot at drawing this cover...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Casey is an outstanding Transformers artist. This is a great opportunity for any fan...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
I couldn't ever be rich, because there's always something like this...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
That's awesome! Ron Frenz is such a great guy. I'm very happy that I met him and got a sketch when I had the opportunity.
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Sweet! I hope you're get together is a blast.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
And what was the best thing to happen today?
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Happy birthday! I hope today was an astounding day for you.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
@halleheichou.bsky.social You. Are. GREAT! I hope you are having a wonderful day today.
Zach Rust (@zach-rust.bsky.social) reposted
#comicskycoverartists Day 1: Chris Bachalo Doctor Strange vol. 4 #14 @comixx-addixx.bsky.social
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Spider hero in action is the first prompt of #September_RainOfComicArt. Spider-Man's my guy and there's so much imagery to choose from... New month, new art challenge, I went back to when it was all new. Let's kick September off right from the beginning. #comicsky
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
You definitely picked a good one, Zach!
Zach Rust (@zach-rust.bsky.social) reposted
#august_coverartchallenge25 Day 31: Best anniversary cover I’m going with Amazing Spider-Man #500, not just for the J. Scott Campbell cover but as the conclusion to one of my favorite Spider-Man stories as well, the “Happy Birthday” arc by J. Michael Straczynski. @goodcomixmemories.bsky.social
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Yes, it was.
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All of these could be a masterclass. These are the high water marks.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
This is the first time I have ever made it onto a skircle. I am super proud to be right up front in the middle.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Never too old...
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No judge. Yet, in this market, if I sell my house to own 1/12th of that painting...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Day 31: Best anniversary cover #august_coverartchallenge25 I'm going with the always classic and iconic Amazing Spider-Man #100. This one is a clear standout for me. And here I am, 31 days later, I made it. Thanks for letting me join you guys and share my thoughts. #comicsky #marvelcomics
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
The Muppets are getting their due via Marvel variants. There are more than are pictured...
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That's a great book! I had the hardcovers and upgraded to the omnibus...
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youtu.be/K3euAuAFW34?...
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I trust y'all, but on what wall would I hang it for my month?
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Go get 'em, Zach. Go get 'em.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
This should be obvious. You get to pour more of your soul into it...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I hope you enjoy it. The weather looks great.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Thanks.
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Saturday morning comics
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
An outstanding experience!
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mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
#august_coverartchallenge25 Day 30, Best set of grails... Amazing Fantasy #15 and a complete set of Amazing Spider-Man. Been there, done that (I've actually had two ASM #1s). That was a long time ago and they're gone now, but I've lived my best life. #comicsky
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
My wife's read them all, and we still have them. I read and collected the Battlestar Galactica novels.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Taschen! What a wonderful series of books...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Top Shelf Friday time What's a comic in your collection that you think deserves to be on that top shelf? Whether it's a key, rare, or just one you love ❤️ For me, it's Painkiller Jane and G.I. Zombie #1 signed by Jimmy Palmiotti, a physical reminder of what a great guy he is. #comicsky
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm so sorry for your loss, Josh. I hope peace comes quickly.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
This is beautiful! I have this series and the two specials bound into a custom hardcover with Spanner's Galaxy.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I've heard the ice cream is phenomenal. I wasn't impressed with their cheese.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Every one of those service men and women took an oath to protect from without AND within. I'm sure losing pride in this country and the fact that I'm a veteran...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
This is a very good choice. Solid in every way, but, for my day 29 #august_coverartchallenge25 I'm choosing Modern artist and going with Mark Brooks. I love his detail.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Everyone deserves to treat themselves once in a while...
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😔
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Great choice, good Sir!
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm very happy that you had this experience! Just the story has made my day.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
I'm not sure I want to contribute to #august_coverartchallenge25 today. Best realistic weapon. It's a gun, as illustrated by Jacob Phillips. I absolutely love this story. I know this couldn't have been planned, but I don't feel good celebrating a gun today.
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😬
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I'm always happy to support Paperfilms...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I still am.
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mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I wish I had known you back then.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
#august_coverartchallenge25 day 27 is the Best comic that brings back good memories. There is a much longer story to this that ends with Ed Hannigan gifting me the original cover for Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man #36. It involves my grandmother. Great memories! #comicsky
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I forget why I moved away from him when I made my choice this morning, yet you're not wrong.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Alex Toth was one of my first thoughts...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I noticed that later. It was the knees that gave it away.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Is the classic art supposed to be Bob Kane or Fred Hembeck?
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
That's what I get for letting you beat me to Dave Stevens. I've also got to remember that 'classic' means different things to different people... For day 26 of #august_coverartchallenge25 I pick Ross Andru. People weren't too bulky, but sleek. Classic. #comicsky #rossandru #spiderman
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I love this one! But, to be fair, I remember that I heard the Christopher Reeve voice in my head. That, and the Donner feel are enough for me.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
And soon, hopefully, a hardcover collection...
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Identity Crisis is one of my favorite stories. I brought my Absolute Identity Crisis out to a convention and commissioned Rags to do this on the inside front cover...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Mine was pre-ordered. Can't wait!
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
#august_coverartchallenge25 day 25... Best cape or monster. As an animation artist, #mikekunkel knows what he's doing. And it shows! Rarely have I experienced something so joyous and magical as his #herobearandthekid! This deserves to be looked at, if you haven't already. #comicsky
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Wait until you read Enfield Gang Massacre. I gush for that one.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Yeah, Pulp is incredible. It's on my shelf.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Well I'm glad you got it, as well. That's very exciting.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
You work at a comic store? Is it in the boxes at my LCS?
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Apparently, I'm missing something...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Best book you are glad to have is the day 24 prompt for the #august_coverartchallenge25. For me, it's a nothing book. NightCry was the Joe Monks creation when Cry For Dawn split up. Joe wanted one of my stories for his book. Vol 4 has my only published comic book work. #comicsky
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
That's a really nice book. It was extremely underprinted and very sought after when it came out.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Thank you for sharing @elfquest.bsky.social. I don't know who you are, but I love you!
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
My copy is on the way.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I've enjoyed Patch's Solomon Kane stories in the Savage Sword of Conan magazine so far.
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mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I've ordered the trade. Now I hear Titan is soliciting a hardcover.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Day 24 is Best set of artist covers. I'm happy for this one. I get to show off Amazing Spider-Man #268 and Web of Spider-Man #6, from 1985. John Byrne is the artist for both of these covers. It still amazes me how many people don't realize these are connecting covers. #august_coverartchallenge25
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
28 years ago, today, she said, "I do. "
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mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
That's awesome! I can't wait to see it.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Please take care of yourself. More than your family loves you.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
When do you sleep?
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Neither had I. It comes from England, if I remember correctly. I saw it on an international news story and reached out to him. He only had the two copies, and I convinced him to sell one to me. I'm very grateful and honored to have it.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Well, since we're all going with truly unique collectibles, I offer up my prototype (1 of 2) comic called Life. It is a braille comic designed for the blind by Philipp Meyer.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Very nice!
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Thank you.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Sitting quietly and reading.
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
I'm in!
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
Shoot...
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social)
#august_coverartchallenge25 day 22 - Best ghoul cover. There's nothing quite like a good Solomon Kane story. He's certainly met his share of cutthroats and ghouls over the years. #comicsky #solomonkane
mikemurray01001 (@mikem01001.bsky.social) reply parent
Aliens don't do anything for me, but Esad Ribic...