Pencil and Ink is a new collection of Frank Cho's personal works that
focuses primarily on his exceptional pencil and ink drawings. Filled
with over 120 pieces from the last two decades, it contains works not
published in Frank's previous book, The Art of Frank Cho. This companion
title features his most recent ballpoint-pen women, nudes, sketches and
studies of the figure. This reveal Frank's passion for the human form,
crosshatching and the line as well as his love of storytelling. Also
included are recent Sherlock Holmes and monster drawings, along with
Jungle Queen commissions done over the years. With a wide range of both
completed and unfinished creations, this collection gives you the
opportunity to view the artist's craft through its many stages. A few
pieces include both the completed and preliminary work to show Frank's
thought process when making his visions. Featuring a new fifty-question
interview, this book also answers many of the questions frequently asked
by Frank's followers and fans. A self-taught artist, he offers advice to
those starting out in the industry by sharing his own experience and
disclosing information about what inspires his process. Frank also
answers intimate questions and shares new insight on how he transitioned
to becoming a professional in the field.
