I'm a professional illustrator and sketch card artist on such popular properties as Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Star Wars, Star Trek, Indiana Jones, The Lord of the Rings, the Classic Sci-Fi & Horror Collector Series and Grimm Fairy Tales. My recent work include sketch cards for 2012's Marvel Greatest Heroes, Star Wars Galactic Files, Marvel Premier and Marvel: The Bronze Age (in stores Dec 5).
I also foster an active online following by thoughtfully engaging my social network followers with art updates, science news and geek-friendly fun! For eye candy, cool science or a smile, browse my recent posts on Google+ and Facebook.
I debuted four new pin-ups that I illustrated with Brian Miller and they're of models Victoria Paege, Meredith Placko, Dana Braziel-Solovy and Jettie Monday. The art was available as high quality 13x19" Comic-Con Limited Edition prints and promo trading cards. The models, Brian and I had appearances at the World Famous Comics booth and we enjoyed meeting you and autographing your prints and promo cards!
I also debuted my first two illustrations for my geek-related historic portrait series. These illustrations of Albert Einstein and H.P. Lovecraft were available as Comic-Con Limited Edition 11x17" prints and 5.5x8.5" promos.
My Services
I produce professional art, develop creative ideas and provide thoughtful and informative advice for companies, organizations and individuals. Interested in hiring me as an illustrator, creator or consultant? Contact me:
I also created and run the award-winning World Famous Comics. Online since 1995, WFC is updated daily with exclusive comic book and entertainment content. WFC also appears live at events, exhibiting art and featuring comics and pop-culture guests. Regarding WFC, contact:
JustinChung.com
268 Bush St # 2814, San Francisco, CA 94104
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Licensed and Official Illustrations
I've illustrated artwork for a licensed Star Trek print available at an official Star Trek convention celebrating the 20th anniversary of Star Trek: The Next Generation. A special guest at this Creation Entertainment event, I had the honor of autographing with actors Jonathan Frakes (William Riker) and Marina Sirtis (Deanna Troi) this official Star Trek collectible for attending fans.
In addition, I was invited by Lucasfilm to be a guest at the Star Wars Celebration IV Art Show which brought together an incredible roster of talented artists who have contributed to the Star Wars galaxy. For this historic event, I illustrated artwork for a limited edition Star Wars 30th Anniversary lithograph. This high quality and official Star Wars print was limited to only 250 hand-numbered and autographed editions and available exclusively to Celebration IV attendees.
Ongoing Sexy Pin-Up Series
I have a cosplay-inspired pin-up series that feature illustrations of models Miracole Burns, Meredith Placko, Monique Duval, Brianna Brock and Dana Braziel-Solovy. Each year, new pin-ups are available as promo trading cards and high quality 13x19" Comic-Con Limited Edition prints.
I illustrated comic book style production art for the movie musical Zombie Prom. The film, featuring 1950s style comic art and live-action scenes, debuted at 2006 film festivals winning the Best Short Film Award at Palm Beach International Film Festival, the Indie Soul Best Picture Award at Boston International Film Festival and both the Best Comics-Oriented Film Award and Judges' Choice Award (for best overall film) at Comic-Con International Independent Film Festival plus many more! In addition to Visual Effects (pencil artist), I'm also credited as Technical Support and the Webmaster. Learn more at zombiepromthemovie.com.
Recently, I've illustrated sketch cards for Rittenhouse's Marvel: The Bronze Age, Marvel Greatest Heroes (The Avengers), Marvel Universe and Marvel: Marvel Dangerous Divas; Upper Deck's Marvel Premier; The Topps Company's Star Wars Galactic Files, Star Wars Galaxy 6 and Clone Wars: Rise of the Bounty Hunters; 5FINITY's Grimm Fairy Tales; and Breygent's Classic Vintage Movie Posters: Sci-Fi and Horror. More trading card sets to be announced in the coming months.
I've illustrated sketch cards for such popular properties as Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Star Wars, Star Trek, Indiana Jones, The Lord of the Rings, Bench Warmer, Grimm Fairy Tales, the Classic Sci-Fi & Horror Collector Series, Major League Baseball (MLB) and National Basketball Association (NBA).
My collectible cards, each an original hand-drawing that's randomly inserted into trading card packs, can be seen trading between collectors and sellers at conventions, online communities, and eBay [Currently on eBay | Recently on eBay].
Sketch Card Samples
Sketch card are trading cards with actual hand-drawn original art on them. These collectibles, each one-of-a-kind, are randomly inserted into trading card packs for various card sets.
Below is a small sample from the various sets I've illustrated sketch cards for. A complete list of my sketch card credits can be found at: www.sketchcards.com/artists/justinchung.shtml
Jedi Knight
I'm also the real-life model for the Star Wars character Kai Justiss. Named after me and based on my likeness, this enigmatic Jedi's appearances include the Star Wars Galaxy trading card series, issues of Star Wars Insider magazine, Jedi vs. Sith: The Essential Guide to the Force, The Complete Star Wars Encyclopedia, Power of the Jedi Sourcebook and the comic book Star Wars: Jedi -- Count Dooku (collected in Star Wars: Clone Wars Volume 4 - Light and Dark). Kai Justiss has been illustrated by acclaimed artists Jan Duursema, Chris Trevas, and his creator Joe Corroney. Writers that have contributed to his story include Pablo Hidalgo, Daniel Wallace, Abel Peña, and John Ostrander. More info can be found in the Kai Justiss entry at Wookieepedia, the Star Wars Wiki [starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Kai_Justiss].
From: Star Wars Galaxy Series 6 - The Death of Kai Justiss
Kai Justiss is killed by Darth Vader on the Death Star during the time of A New Hope (0 BBY).
From: Star Wars Insider 89 - Underworld: A Galaxy of Scum and Villainy
Still at large after the Clone Wars, Kai Justiss engages the Crimson Nova band of bounty hunters.
From: Star Wars Insider 84 - HoloNet News Special Inaugural Edition 16:5:241
Surviving Order 66, Jedi Knight Kai Justiss remains elusive and at large.
From: Star Wars Insider 71 - HoloNet News Core Edition 14:10:03
Succeeding Yoda, Kai Justiss continues diplomatic duties as Jedi Watchman of Kashyyyk.