Elfquest: The Art of the Story handpicks a selection of Wendy and
Richard Pini's favorite Elfquest tales, scanned directly from the
original art. These self-contained pieces are some of the finest
Elfquest stories ever told. Every unlettered art page is paired with
its as-published twin and in-depth running commentary by the Pinis, so
readers can easily follow each tale and see for themselves the creative
process that is the "art of the story."
Wendy Pini's wide range of visual storytelling and technical skills are
showcased through graceful inks showcased in The Heart's Way as well
as vivid mixed-media used in Little Patch, Rogue's Curse, The Jury
and Wolfwood. The book concludes with a fan favorite: "Rogue's
Challenge," the all-out action story of Cutter and Rayek's most dynamic
confrontation, from Elfquest: Hidden Years #9 1/2. It features full
pencils by Wendy displayed side-by-side with finished inks by John
Byrne, who supplies a new afterword to share his process of working with
the Pinis. Each story also includes an in-depth running commentary by
Wendy and Richard Pini themselves, taken from all-new interviews.