Design of a Hero

Analyzing the form, function, and symbolism of superhero design—across comics, film, and TV.

[Andy Park @andyparkart]

AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY - the final full film I had the honor of leading as Director of Visual Development at Marvel Studios.

This illustration commemorates that journey & reveals the characters & their looks for the first time.

#AvengersDoomsday

[Wesley Burt @wesburt]

Really enjoyed the time I was able to work on Wakanda Forever, mostly was involved in early rough idea stages for Shuri, Namor, and the Talokanil people, with the amazing team led by Ryan Meinerding.

[lucas meyer @lukmeyer30]

Some old stuff from Bloodpact, my very first concepts for Superboy, and the final results on the pages! My first work for DC!

[Luciano Vecchio @LucianoVecchio]

My Design Variant for Web of Venom #1
In April from Marvel Comics

[Dan Mora @Danmora_c]

DC’S K.O. spin off, #Batman KNIGHTFIGHT, Character design

[Joshua Williamson @Williamson_Josh]

Meet the Batmen that could be.

See @Danmora_c's designs in action within the pages of DC K.O.: KNIGHTFIGHT #1! Make sure to pre-order before FOC MONDAY.

[Nikolas Draper-Ivey @NikDraperIvey]

CHARACTER DESIGN FIRST LOOK FOR BATMAN/STATIC:BEYOND
(Slide for designs and read below for descriptions)

STATIC BEYOND “SHUTDOWN SUIT-
After an encounter with a mysterious new antagonist (SHUTDOWN) that has the ability drain immense power, Virgil must find a way to store his energy in a new suit that functions as a sort of a kinetic generator for his electricity. The design calls back to his classic 90s suit but more streamlined for the “Beyond” setting.

BATMAN BEYOND “SHUTDOWN SUIT”

Up until now, Terry has had it easy, taking many of his gadgets and technology for granted- Not anymore. When Terry encounters our new antagonist; he is struck powerless (Literally) and now must learn how to find a more old-school analog approach to being Batman, meaning he must learn how navigate Gotham as Bruce once did decades ago and truly earn his place as “The world’s greatest detective” without the new age technology to aid him.

BEACON- Son of Rocket and the god son to Virgil Hawkins. A young aspiring hero who looks up to the Milestone Heroes of Dakota of old. Bold, Confident- almost too confident to the point of arrogance- I can’t say too much about him here just yet.

MELVIN KIM/ SHUTDOWN
A highly intelligent and gifted young man who his somewhat of an outcast in his era. Most of his peers rely on technology and AI to do most of their work, Melvin prides himself on “Pure Human Ingenuity”. Outside of being an outcast socially- his family is also wrapped up in technology and hardly connect with him- in fact no one really connects with anyone.

After an freak accident causes him to gain the ability to drain power, Melvin sees this an opportunity wake up humanity and in his folly he causes a massive blackout around the world thinking it will force people to connect with one another. This obviously brings on a lot of problems that our heroes must rectify before it’s too late!

BATMAN/STATIC BEYOND RELEASES NOVEMBER 12th!

#staticshock #batmanbeyond #batman #dccomics #milestonemedia

[Paolo Rivera @PaoloMRivera]

It was so much fun being on this show 😊

[Jorge Jiménez @JorgeJimenezArt]

So Batman and logo original concept art for the new Batman #01 🦇BlueBats is back! Both with the suit and with the bat symbol,I wanted to stay true to the structure of the Batman design as always, but with new subtle details that give it a slight touch of fresh air.. :) #batman

[Taurin Clarke @Muaadib]

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[Taurin Clarke @Muaadib]

INCREDIBLY proud to announce the return of JOSIAH X in the pages of SAM WILSON: CAPTAIN AMERICA # 3, featuring a new design by yours truly.

Thanks to @EvNarc, @gregpak , @ArtistEder and our phenomenal editorial team for trusting me with the vision.

I hope you guys dig it.

[Wesley Burt @wesburt]

Early ideas for an updated Blade in the void for Deadpool & Wolverine, more in the upcoming artbook!

[Cody Conyers / COMMISSIONS OPEN @StellarAvenger]

One of my Storm redesigns

[Crimsontt @thecrimsontt]

Shiny happy mutants. #xmen

[SUNMIN INN @sunmininn]

I painted this up just for our @netflix @ILMVFX Ultra-teams, but had no idea it would become official merch! 😱😳. Do NOT check for typos plz 😭

#ultramanrising #ウルトラマンライジング #울트라맨라이징
https://t.co/d7CQDqQza3

[AcostArt @Acostart_99]

I am being completely serious when I say how do I get onto this blue beetle animated series project if true? I love the character, and I am artist/ character designer. The movie meant everything and would be so awesome to help continue that story in anyway possible. @DCOfficial

[Polluxery @Polluxery]

Supergirl redesign

[Angelo! (COMMS OPEN!) @Angelo_Studioz]

Earlier this year I started a little Project that I called "The Mighty Avengers" I also kicked around the idea of it being called "Avengers: World Tour". Some of you might remember.
I wanted to do a sort of ongoing story but didn't have the time. So here's a 🧵of what I made!

[Polluxery @Polluxery]

Bumblebee redesign.