Id swear a painting further into the book looks like a ringer for cher. Nov 17, 2014 even when actual book covers are used, the art is not obscured because mcginnis had taken into account the space for the book titles and other text elements. Admittedly, these matters are mostly of interest to fellow artists, and perhaps the book was intended for for nonartist mcginnis fans. Robert mcginnis, 1926 the bond girls b orn in cincinnati, ohio, robert mcginnis, american illustrator, was raised in wyoming, ohio. Unfollow robert mcginnis art to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Robert mcginnis can paint anything a movie poster, a western landscape and draw you in. No other pop illustrator captures beautiful women the way robert mcginnis does. The member of the society of illustrators hall of fame robert mcginnis was born in cincinnati, ohio, in he studied fine art at ohio. This is a sample of robert s artwork that appeared on book covers. Robert mcginnis groovy book covers voices of east anglia. Reading about mcginnis work is rather like getting a history of the american paperback and how the art evolved on the cover, no doubt helped along by the printing presses.
Murder is a package deal, by carter brown signet g2530, 1964 cover art by robert mcginnis cover art was not credited anywhere in this book. Exclusive artwork created by robert mcginnis and distributed by the robert mcginnis hollywood edition. His work appeared on mike shayne titles and the perry mason series, and he produced 100. Mcginnis goes way beyond the well known pulp covers of carter brown, perry mason, and mike shayne, with the renowned illustrator having produced work for film posters and advertisements james bond, breakfast at tiffanys, barbarella to name a few, western landscapes, national geographic pieces, gothic romance book covers, and gallery art. He began his career illustrating covers for the likes of donald westlaker, going on to produce art for time and good housekeeping, and most recently the limited edition cover of stephen kings joyland. Robert mcginnis born known for his illustrations of over 1200 paperback book covers, and over 40 movie posters, including break.
Uk vintage also has an excellent set of robert mcginnis paperback covers. Mcginnis, the three books below are the only official, fully authorized books. Ive got the thunderball fit to kill the red one print framed, it looks beautiful. Art brokerage is the first online fine art brokerage. Robert mcginnis is a celebrated artist and illustrator, best known for his book cover and movie poster work.
Boing boing robert mcginnis can paint anythinga movie poster, a western landscapeand draw you in. Art the easiest way to buy and sell art online safely. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. There are also some of mcginnis preliminary sketches that are truly breathtaking as well. Then in 1958, he painted his first paperback book cover, and from that day forward his work was in demand. This website provides general information to visitors about the renowned american painter and illustrator robert e. Apr 03, 2017 the man behind historys most iconic movie posters, from breakfast at tiffanys to james. To send a serious business inquiry, or to send a fan note to robert mcginnis roberts free time is very limited. He also painted the artwork for more than 40 movie posters including the james bond 007 films thunderball, you only live twice, diamonds are this hardcover was also produced as a paperback edition. Artist robert mcginnis is probably best known for his film poster artwork. Painter robert mcginnis has earned international renown as a master illustrator by creating poster art for such movies as breakfast at tiffanys, james bond films seven of them, barbarella starring jane fonda, the odd couple, and cotton comes to harlem. Robert mcginnis is best known for painting provocative pulp and detective novel covers which often depict women seductively posed in various states of undress. The book contains over 200 full color illustrations, not just of the book covers, but of mcginnis model photos, sketches, roughs and finished art. And those who dont know who he is will be surprised by his stunning work.
With a selection of over 3,000,000 images, allposters has something for every budget and decorating style. There are some duplication of artworks but this book is still worth getting because it has included works from 2000 to 2014, yes, mcginnis is still painting today. The book starts of with a lengthy interview by author art scott with the artist and is followed by the. To view the images in larger format, simply click on an image. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
Mcginnis is one of those must haves, a book any movie or fine art fan will want to pick up to look through again and again. Mcginnis became an apprentice at walt disney studios, then studied fine art at ohio state university. Robert maginnis discussed indicators the united states faces a new kind of cold war with russia and china. Mcginnis and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Oct 28, 2014 robert mcginnis is a celebrated artist and illustrator, best known for his book cover and movie poster work. Subscribe to access price results for 150,000 different artists.
Robert mcginnis art that appeared on book covers this is a sample of roberts artworkthat appeared on book covers. Robert mcginnis born 1926 is an american artist and illustrator. In addition to a definitive list of his paperback work, the book provides over 200 full color illustrations, not just of the book covers, but of mcginnis model photos, sketches, roughs and finished art. The man chasers, by ann pinchot avon 1971 cover art by robert mcginnis cover art was not credited anywhere in this book. Mcginnis on the reverseegg tempera on masonite16 x 37inoverall. I remember the first one i was aware of it was the cover of ian flemings james bond book diamonds are forever, when i was about 9.
Nov 11, 2014 painter robert mcginnis has earned international renown as a master illustrator by creating poster art for such movies as breakfast at tiffanys, james bond films seven of them, barbarella starring jane fonda, the odd couple, and cotton comes to harlem. Famous pulp cover and movie poster artist robert e. Robert is a worldrenowned painterwhose prolific, awardwinning artwork spans more than six decades. Robert mcginnis, who began working as a professional artist for disney way back in the forties, is arguably. Robert mcginnis is once of the most admired, influential and prolific illustrators working today, best known for his astonishing career as a paperback cover artist. The emergence of the mcginnis woman longlegged, intelligent, alluring, and enigmaticestablished him as the goto artist for detective novels. The art of robert e mcginnis by robert e mcginnis waterstones. Jul 27, 2016 ive loved robert mcginnis s covers for a very long time. Robert mcginnis, american artist and illustrator blog of an. Then in 1958, he painted his first paperback book cover, and from that.
In the meantime, please enjoy a sample of his work in the following categories. Moreover, mcginnis is a skilled colorist, and his thoughts on that would be very useful to learn. Portrait american artists vintage illustration pulp art illustration robert female art robert mcginnis artist. Robert mcginnis painted the artwork for the breakfast at tiffanys movie poster featuring audrey hepburn, and he also created james bond movie poster artwork for seven of the james bond films. To view images in larger format, simply click on the image. Mcginnis art has graced over 1200 paperback book covers and over 40 movie posters, many of them iconic such as the barbarella and james bond posters. Robert mcginnis, who began working as a professional artist for disney way back in the forties, is arguably one of the best practitioners of this sadly lost art. Over time well be adding more work to this website the only official website showcasing roberts work. Some of his most ambitious works have been his gallery paintings, often depicting stunning american landscapes, vast western vistas, and of course, beautiful women. Mcginnis is known for his illustrations of more than 1,200 paperback book covers, and over 40 movie posters, including breakfast at tiffanys his first film poster assignment, barbarella, and. American artist and illustrator robert e mcginnis is best known for his movie poster and book cover illustrations, though he has also done work for various newspapers and magazines.
This wonderful artbook will make a fine addition to the shelves of any art lovers. To me, scott says, his exceptional talent for depicting physical beauty and sensuality is secondary to his gift for. He is a fine draftsman and painter, particularly of. Robert edward mcginnis born february 3, 1926 is an american artist and illustrator. However it isnt hard to find samples of mcginnis work online so until this book is reprinted, or a new version is released, surfing the net will have to do.
The paperback covers of robert mcginnis, compiled art scott and wallace maynard pond press, april 2001, paperback, 143 pages. Robert mcginnis art that appeared on book covers the art of. Mcginnis will help support our cause, and they will be sincerely appreciated. Robert mcginnis, american artist and illustrator the member of the society of illustrators hall of fame robert mcginnis was born in cincinnati, ohio, in 1926. United artists, british quad, art by robert mcginnis b. Boing boing robert mcginnis can paint anythinga movie poster, a western landscape. His work appeared on mike shayne titles and the perry mason series, and he produced 100 paintings for the carter brown adventures. The earlier book has a few more reference photos, but they are tiny.
Robert mcginnis guideposts art robert mcginnis is widely known for his murder mysterythriller pocketbook covers, but he has also done around 100 illustrations for guideposts magazine seeing that i could not find a webpage that already posted these paintings except for the few that are on mr. Mcginnis began his career in 1947 as a cartoonist, and produced his first cover illustrations for 1956 issues of the magazines true detective and master detective. Learn about the artist and find an indepth biography, exhibitions, original artworks, the latest news, and sold auction prices. This motif has been very successful in marketing and selling pulp novels, of which mcginnis has illustrated over 1,200. Painter robert mcginnis has earned international renown as a master illustrator by creating poster art for such movies as breakfast at tiffanys. The book will provide indispensable to collectors of his works, as well as a visual treat for lovers of fine illustration. American artist and illustrator robert e mcginnis is best known for his movie poster and book cover illustrations, though he has also done work for various. It also provides some options for purchasing prints of selected images created by robert. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The art of robert e mcginnis signed slipcased limited. Mcginnis 2000 and the paperback covers of robert mcginnis 2001. His first covers appeared in 1958, and since then he has painted over one thousand of them, for all the major publishers in all.
Fans of robert e mcginnis art will be delighted with this book. Robert mcginnis gallery art personal project paintings this is a sample of roberts artwork from his personal gallery art and projects. And hes a legendary book cover artist, having painted images for approximately. Mcginnis is known for his illustrations of over 1200 paperback book covers, and ove.
Robert mcginnis born is an american artist and illustrator. He also created the artwork that was used on the breakfast at tiffanys movie poster. Mcginnis is known for his illustrations of more than 1,200 paperback book. Mcginnis robert mcginnis has created artwork in a wide range of styles and categories, including for many wellknown movies and magazines. Mcginnis collection reveals the full scope and beauty of the work of a true american masterone whose legacy continues today. Mcginnis is one of those must haves, a book any movie or fine art fan will want to pick up to look through again and again cinema retro online with the mcginnis woman, the illustrator quite literally changed the face of pop culture marketing. View over 81 robert e mcginnis artworks sold at auction to research and compare prices. Cinema retro the best cover artist of the mid20th century. The emergence of the mcginnis womanlonglegged, intelligent, alluring, and enigmaticestablished him as the goto artist for detective novels. See available paintings, works on paper, and prints and multiples for sale and learn about the artist.
They put the film poster on the book cover, which puzzled me a bit because the plot of the book isnt the plot of the film. In these days of bland, formulaic, photographic movie posters created on computers, it is important to remember that it wasnt always the case. Todays deals your gift cards help whole foods registry sell disability customer support. Mcginnis is a highly accomplished and prolific american painter and illustrator whose work has been seen by people all over the world. Apr 01, 2001 in addition to a definitive list of his paperback work, the book provides over 200 full color illustrations, not just of the book covers, but of mcginnis model photos, sketches, roughs and finished art. The book will provide indispensable to collectors of. But when he paints a woman, he makes you fall in love. Robert mcginnis is widely known for his murder mysterythriller pocketbook covers, but he has also done around 100 illustrations for guideposts magazine seeing that i could not find a webpage that already posted these paintings.
This is a sample of roberts artwork that appeared on book covers. And the best cover artist of the mid20th century was robert e mcginnis. In recognition of his excellentpaintings, in 1993 he was elected to the society of illustrators hall of fame. Mcginnis was born in cincinnati, ohio, and he studied both at ohio state university, where he was a varsity football player, and the central academy of commercial art in cincinnati. The man behind historys most iconic movie posters, from. Feb 14, 2016 the art of robert e mcginnis david serna. Mcginnis is known for his illustrations of over 1200 paperback book covers, and over 40 movie posters, including breakfast at tiffanys his first film poster assignment, barbarella, and several james bond and matt helm films. Paperback covers of robert mcginnis by art scott, robert. The art of robert e mcginnis 2014 taint the meat it. After being out of bond once, connery returned to the. In addition, many popular film posters feature mcginnis paintings. Join facebook to connect with robert mcginnis and others you may know. The art of robert e mcginnis by art scott and robert e. However, the appeal of mcginniss female subjects goes beyond their conspicuous corporeal attributes, insists art scott, who coauthoredwith the painter himselfa handsome 2014 book, the art of robert e.
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