![]() ![]() Self has been producing annual avant garde art, magic and entertainment shows at the Mission Inn, a venue that he said supplies an “Alice in Wonderland” feel for his events, since 2007. It was put together by Bob Self, publisher of Baby Tattooville Books in Van Nuys. The exhibit, which covers the painter’s 40 years of work, is the first museum retrospective of his career.Īmong Whelan’s other recognizable works are the album covers of The Jacksons’ “Victory” and Meat Loaf’s “Bat Out of Hell II: Back into Hell.” His paintings - both commercial and non-commercial - will be on display beginning Saturday, Feb. Whelan may not be pleased that some of his paintings take a back seat when such opportunities arise, but it makes his fans happy. He created the covers for King’s “The Dark Tower” series. But then Stephen King will write a new book and I’ll be asked to do a cover for it and it’s just too good to pass up.” “I’m desperate to get my (personal) work done. “I’ve given up illustration as often as The Who have had farewell concerts,” he said. He’s perhaps the most famous creator of science fiction book covers, album jackets and movie posters, but Michael Whelan said he has tried to quit the commercial illustration business any number of times. ![]()
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