Follow the Flash

A collection of four sepia-toned sketches by Kristin Simmons. Each sketch illustrates a superhero in dynamic action over various cityscapes, showcasing a blend of iconic architecture and comic book aesthetics. The drawings are detailed and lively.

About

Simmons believes that mythology is an essential element of human society, and the collective stories of one culture can help convey belonging and support. Characters have always been a source of inspiration for many writers, filmmakers, and artists ever since the very first DC Comics featuring the new character archetype - soon known as β€œsuperheroes” - was published in 1938.

Throughout her lifetime, Simmons has been collecting toy figures, comic books, dolls, coins, postcards and more. In each of these items Simmons finds beauty, believing that small treasures tell the story of American life.

With β€œFollow the Flash,” Simmons engages her subject matter in a way that lets images speak their own language. In juxtaposition, they agree or disagree, emphasize or interrupt, as if in animated conversation. The result is a textured and complex commentary, wry and always more than the sum of its parts.

DIMENSIONS: 11(h) x 16(w) each
MEDIUM:
Original Charcoal Drawing on Paper
YEAR:
2018

  • Showtime on the Skyline

    Black and white drawing of Superman and Spiderman flying through a cityscape of iconic momuments from the Las Vegas strip.
  • Swinging and Slinging

    Black and white drawing of Spiderman shooting a web through a Las Vegas cityscape signed by artist Kristin Simmons.
  • Monochrome Marvel

    Black and white drawing of Superman flying through a Las Vegas cityscape.
  • Big Apple Beatdown

    Black and white drawing of Wonder Woman kicking another woman while flying through a New York City cityscape.
  • Vegas Under the Cape

    "Black and white illustration of Superman and his cape flying through a the Las Vegas strip.  "
  • Heroine's High Roller

    Black and white drawing of Wonder Woman flying next to the iconic 'Welcome to Las Vegas' sign.
  • Viva Las Vigilante

    Black and white drawing of Superwoman throwing her lasso while flying through the Las Vegas cityscape.
  • Swinging and Slinging

    Hand-drawn sketch featuring a man in a superhero pose flying above a cityscape with a stylized dog head, signed by Kristin Simmons 2019.