Jack Davis LP art

Jack Davis is undoubtedly the most prolific of all the super talented artists whose spectacular work graced the pages of MAD magazine. Jack Davis's action packed panels with characters jumping, running or even standing still signified that they were alive and motion bound. Because of this great exaggerated motion and the ability to capture hilarious likenesses Jack Davis was much sought after to illustrate for many industries and genres. His record LP album artwork is particularly impressive with a continuous stream of covers done from his first in 1957 with The Jazztone Mystery Band, then exploding with movie posters and their subsequent LP covers after "It's a MAD, MAD, MAD, MAD World" in 1963, which virtually established the direction for comedy movie posters from then on. Jack Davis has continued his output, although he has slowed down considerably over the last few years.

The above records were all part of my collection and are just a small sampling of the over at least 75 that he did. For a great reference on the album artwork of Jack Davis check out the magazine FANFARE #5 from 1983 which shows 57 record covers.

JOElanta 2010 exclusive uniform and figure set

We are really pleased to announce this special year's show exclusive. Custom made astronaut /spaceman blue jumpsuit with shoulder holster, cast ray gun, hat and boots. Each figure set will come in a special box and will also include random additional accessories. Two lucky collector's will also find that their Joe is either a vintage painted head or a vintage Adventure Team fuzz head. So what are you waiting for? Check out www.joelanta.com to sign up for your Commander's package and figure set!

JOElanta Gi Joe, Action Figure and General Toy Show - March 27th & 28th in Atlanta Ga.

What type of horse is this?

So my latest foray in collecting is that of MARX Johnny West as I have mentioned before. I realise that a number of head sculpts and figures were actually originally supposed to resemble licensed characters. One such example is the Captain Maddox head sculpt that bears a striking resemblance to Robert Conrad's character James West in Wild Wild West. I came across this poster for the movie "Broken Arrow" starring Jimmy Stewart and also noticed that one of the characters was Geronimo. What struck me was how similar Johnny West lanky frame is and how much it is very similar to that of Jimmy Stewart. Coincidence? I wonder?

As I continue to pick up more and more Marx and Johnny West figures I am starting to find some items that baffle me. One such item is this horse that was obviously taken from the MARX Thunderbolt mold, although this one does not have any Marx stamps and has a hairy main and tail?

Jack Davis in 2003

A couple of pictures from a great exhibit of master cartoonist Jack Davis art at the Atlanta History Center back in '03. Check out earlier posts from last year for full details and more images.

JOElanta 2010 show logo

Check out this year's awesome show logo designed by artists Chris Walker and Greg "Dark One" Williams. This image will appear on the JOElanta poster and T-shirt. For more on the show visit www.joelanta.com

Friends of THWAK - Santiago "Corne" Cornejo

Argentinian artist Corne has been contributing his great cartoons to a variety of online publications and magazines such as German MAD, CRACKED and THWAK. The majority of his work is in pantomime style very reminiscent of the master cartoonist Sergio Aragones. The above pieces are from CRACKED, THWAK and other sources. Check him out at

http://www.corne.com.ar/final/

JOElanta 2010 right around the corner

Mark your calendars because the show is only 2months away. Saturday night March 27th for all you commanders (visit www.joelanta.com for more info) Joe Trivia hosted by Mr. Buddy Finethy, JOElanta Film festival, Dealers preview room, presentations, Lobby swap meet hosted by Mr. EJ White, parachute drop, show T-shirt/poster and more!

Sunday March 28th is the show 100+ tables jam packed with all types of vintage and newer toys and action figures! Diorama, Iron Joe Competition, Display of every Adventure Team boxed figure - 1st 100 kids get a free toy!

The Marriott Century Center, 2000 Century Center Blvd NE, Atlanta, Ga 30345

The images above are the front of the postcard (if you're on our mailing list look for one of these within the next month) and this years show logo which will be featured on this years T-shirt. See you at the show!