Chris Stevens (aka Snappahead) Stunning Shanna the She-Devil Commission!

[Royd]

I had to share with statueforum mates, the latest addition to my art collection in the shape of a stunning Shanna the She-Devil commission by statueforum's very own Chris Stevens (aka Snappahead)!

I was very late to get on Chris' commission list some time back but Chris kindly said that he would try to fit in my request with his work schedule. He was finally able to find some time to create this absolutely delightful Shanna the She-Devil commission piece for me -

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o281/Royd2007/Shannafinal.jpg

I was simply floored when I saw this piece (the detail and background look amazing) and I can't wait for it to arrive on my doorstep :)

I also arranged to purchase the following very cool Doc Strange piece from Chris' CAF Gallery For Sale section -

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o281/Royd2007/CSDrStrange.jpg

Chris' CAF Gallery can be seen here -
http://www.comicartfans.com/GalleryDetail.asp?GCat=10163 or http://tinyurl.com/2wjhkv

I believe that Chris isn't taking on commissions at present but you can always check with him :) Thanks Chris, you're a legend! Best,

Royd
http://www.comicartfans.com/GalleryDetail.asp?GCat=111

[IronFist]

Wow, nice stuff. I like the tonal difference between the leopard skin and everything else in the Shanna pic.

I had no idea Snappa was an artist. I'll have to store that nugget away for future reference...

[Sniper]

I had no idea Snappa was an artist. I'll have to store that nugget away for future reference...

his work is excellent, I have to post the batman vs solomon grundy he drew for me.:buttrock:

[IronFist]

his work is excellent, I have to post the batman vs solomon grundy he drew for me.:buttrock:

<taps watch> We're waiting... :)

[Sinatra VonDoom]

Wow, this piece is great, lots of detail. I love the lizard chilling in the rocks.

[Sniper]

:buttrock: <taps watch> We're waiting... :)

that would require a magic act considering I am at work and about 2 hours away from home, I'll post it when I get home.:buttrock:

[cblakey1]

That Shanna is stunning! :eek:

[rilynil]

Congratulations on a pair of fantastics pieces! That Shanna is especially awesome!

[Bullseye]

I really need to organise something with Chris. Unfortunately he does not accept PP. I might send some payment to a mate in the us and get him to post a cheque. His work is excellent.

[Sniper]

I really need to organise something with Chris. Unfortunately he does not accept PP. I might send some payment to a mate in the us and get him to post a cheque. His work is excellent.

let me know, I have dealt with chris on several pieces and he is a fair guy. I traded a couple of statues he was looking for and we were able to come to an agreement we both were happy with.
He works fast and follows ideas you have and takes it to another level. I'll post my pieces I have from him. Batman vs Soloman grundy , 2 capt profile pieces.

[Léon]

I really need to organise something with Chris. Unfortunately he does not accept PP. I might send some payment to a mate in the us and get him to post a cheque. His work is excellent.

I've tried to get a commission from him not to long ago, he said he was not taking anymore commissions at the time. But you can always give it a try, the man's a brilliant artist :thumbs2:

[snappahead]

Aw, shuckens, guys. I feel the love.. Thank you much.

This here's Sniper's Bats/Grundy piece.

http://www.comicartfans.com/GalleryPiece.asp?Page=1&Order=Date&Piece=275214&GSub=38261&GCat=0&UCat=0

[Alex655321]

Great works of Art :thumbs2:

Snappa you got a lot of talent :buttrock:

[snappahead]

I'm really glad you like them, Royd.

[Royd]

Thanks for all the compliments on the new and truly delightful addition to my comic art collection! I'm thrilled with the result and am looking forward to viewing it "in person" :)

By the way, here's a link to more detailed scans of the Shanna and Doc pieces -
http://tinyurl.com/2dw3sb (Shanna)
http://tinyurl.com/2hbcjs (Doc)

Best,

Royd

[JadeGiant]

I've tried to get a commission from him not to long ago, he said he was not taking anymore commissions at the time. But you can always give it a try, the man's a brilliant artist :thumbs2:

as did I ... get in the back of the line:stick: :laugh:

[bane]

Great pieces , very clean inks !! Congrats to the owner and teh artist

[Endless Wake]

Stunning, congrats Royd!

Snappa man, u :buttrock:

[Léon]

as did I ... get in the back of the line:stick: :laugh:

:laugh: hey, I didn't even make it to the end of the line :laugh:

[joefixit2]

um, Chris, if you ever feel like doing a Planet Hulk commission, just let me know. Great stuff, love the Grundy pic!!!!!

[SD RUM]

Congrats on such an amazing piece!! Damn snappa, I inquired on a piece a few months ago & now I regret not getting something done.

Now I will have to wait in line!! You have some amazing skills & talent!! Beautiful gallery!!

[Royd]

Wow, the response to my posting of Chris' sweet Shanna piece has been amazing and it's now the most commented on piece in my CAF gallery (which isn't bad considering my gallery also houses pieces by Hughes, Ross, Charest, Hitch and other luminaries :)).

Thanks for all the kind words about this stunning addition to the collection :) Best,

Royd
http://www.comicartfans.com/GalleryDetail.asp?GCat=111

[scott]

Dam that's nice:thumbs2:

[JadeGiant]

Wow, the response to my posting of Chris' sweet Shanna piece has been amazing and it's now the most commented on piece in my CAF gallery (which isn't bad considering my gallery also houses pieces by Hughes, Ross, Charest, Hitch and other luminaries :)).

Thanks for all the kind words about this stunning addition to the collection :) Best,

Royd
http://www.comicartfans.com/GalleryDetail.asp?GCat=111

great collection Royd!:buttrock:

[Royd]

Thanks JG, I appreciate the kind words regarding the collection :) It's taken around 18 years to build the collection on a limited budget (I've never paid more than $500 for any single piece and those have been rare!).

The only reason I have some lovely examples of work by fave artists is through their generosity - many of the works are gifts from the artists or purchased direct from them at "mates rates" for which I'm very, very grateful :) Warm regards,

Royd


great collection Royd!:buttrock:

[MONSTER]

Thanks JG, I appreciate the kind words regarding the collection :) It's taken around 18 years to build the collection on a limited budget (I've never paid more than $500 for any single piece and those have been rare!).

The only reason I have some lovely examples of work by fave artists is through their generosity - many of the works are gifts from the artists or purchased direct from them at "mates rates" for which I'm very, very grateful :) Warm regards,

Royd

How much ass kissing does it take to get "mates rates' from artists?:D

[JadeGiant]

Thanks JG, I appreciate the kind words regarding the collection :) It's taken around 18 years to build the collection on a limited budget (I've never paid more than $500 for any single piece and those have been rare!).

The only reason I have some lovely examples of work by fave artists is through their generosity - many of the works are gifts from the artists or purchased direct from them at "mates rates" for which I'm very, very grateful :) Warm regards,

Royd

Sounds similar to how I will likely build my collection. I may save up for a nice cover at some point but I think more will come the route that you have taken. Now if I stop collecting statues I would have some more money so who knows.

[MONSTER]

Sounds similar to how I will likely build my collection. I may save up for a nice cover at some point but I think more will come the route that you have taken. Now if I stop collecting statues I would have some more money so who knows.

Its the way I used to go. This year was a BIG exception.

[Royd]

LOL! Well the copious amounts of "ass kissing" has included sending quality Australian wine overseas (eg. to Bryan Hitch and Paul Neary), sending Christmas cards, taking artists out to lunch/dinner, showing them around the city (eg. Phil Jimenez when he attend an Aussie con) finding out what they like and sending them gifts (eg. rare toys etc.) and so on!

It probably works out to around the same cost as you end up paying Monster - heheh! Mind you the birthday gifts (from Hitch/Neary, Ash Wood, Stuart Immonen and others) have also been incredibly generous. Warm regards,

Royd


How much ass kissing does it take to get "mates rates' from artists?:D

[snappahead]

LOL! Well the copious amounts of "ass kissing" has included sending quality Australian wine overseas (eg. to Bryan Hitch and Paul Neary), sending Christmas cards, taking artists out to lunch/dinner, showing them around the city (eg. Phil Jimenez when he attend an Aussie con) finding out what they like and sending them gifts (eg. rare toys etc.) and so on!

It probably works out to around the same cost as you end up paying Monster - heheh! Mind you the birthday gifts (from Hitch/Neary, Ash Wood, Stuart Immonen and others) have also been incredibly generous. Warm regards,

Royd

Good grief! I had no idea your a$$ kissing skills were so well crafted, Royd. No wonder you get so many "mates rates" as you put it. Does this mean I'll be treated to lunch if I ever make it to Oz:)

[BeerNutta]

Snap if Royd takes you to lunch can I come along and mooch of Royds generosity? eheh.

[DSET]

congrats royd on this awesome peice from snappa

I had no clue snappa was a comic artist, I need to visit these sections more often:banghead: :banghead:

amazingly-awesome Stuff chris :buttrock: :buttrock:

[BOSCO]

Congrats Royd,2 awesome pieces :buttrock:
Nice work Snappa :thumbs2: :buttrock:

[Royd]

Heh, mate, if we catch up at San Diego Con (I hope to return there or maybe Heroes Con someday) or if you ever make it out to Oz, I would make it a point to take you out to lunch! Goes without saying :) Warm regards,

Royd


Good grief! I had no idea your a$$ kissing skills were so well crafted, Royd. No wonder you get so many "mates rates" as you put it. Does this mean I'll be treated to lunch if I ever make it to Oz:)

[Royd]

LOL! BN, what more do you want, you met Ben Templesmith this week-end, got some stuff signed and went to lunch with his parents and sister! :) Warm regards,

Royd (the more the merrier for lunch!)

Snap if Royd takes you to lunch can I come along and mooch of Royds generosity? eheh.

[MONSTER]

LOL! Well the copious amounts of "ass kissing" has included sending quality Australian wine overseas (eg. to Bryan Hitch and Paul Neary), sending Christmas cards, taking artists out to lunch/dinner, showing them around the city (eg. Phil Jimenez when he attend an Aussie con) finding out what they like and sending them gifts (eg. rare toys etc.) and so on!

It probably works out to around the same cost as you end up paying Monster - heheh! Mind you the birthday gifts (from Hitch/Neary, Ash Wood, Stuart Immonen and others) have also been incredibly generous. Warm regards,

Royd


Royd,

Well you really don't mess around.

Seriously its really nice that you've been able to build these relationships with such great artists.

[snappahead]

Heh, mate, if we catch up at San Diego Con (I hope to return there or maybe Heroes Con someday) or if you ever make it out to Oz, I would make it a point to take you out to lunch! Goes without saying :) Warm regards,

Royd

If you go to SDCC this year, we'll be able to meet. I'll be a guest this year at the Udon table. I hope to see you there. I know it's not easy for you to make that trip. Just imagine how much schmoozing you could do if you lived in the states.:eek:

[snappahead]

Snap if Royd takes you to lunch can I come along and mooch of Royds generosity? eheh.

Yeah, sure..Royd's paying for everything, so everyone's invited LOL.

[MONSTER]

If you go to SDCC this year, we'll be able to meet. I'll be a guest this year at the Udon table. I hope to see you there. I know it's not easy for you to make that trip. Just imagine how much schmoozing you could do if you lived in the states.:eek:

Sweet. I'll make it a point to stop by and say hi.

[Perna]

snappaheads pencil work is awesome and his ink work is simply fantastic. I'm always in awe when I see his work.

[Royd]

Woohoo! Due to the vagaries of US Post and/or Australia Post, my parcel (beautifully packed in nuke-proof packing) from Chris Stevens arrived on Thursday containing the lovely/sexy Shanna the She-Devil and the mystical Doc Strange!

Just wanted to say thanks again to Chris for creating both these pieces but especially the Shanna which has received so many hits and comments (more than any other piece in my collection!) including compliments from Joe Jusko and Mike Bair! Best,

Royd

[snappahead]

It was definitely my pleasure. Royd really is as nice as you think he is. I'm relieved to know they're safely in your hands now, Royd. Phew! That took forever to get there!

[Logan]

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