Eugene Jules Colan was an American comic book artist best known for his work for Marvel Comics, where his signature titles include the superhero series Daredevil, the cult-hit satiric series Howard the Duck, and The Tomb of Dracula, considered one of comics' classic horror series. He co-created the Falcon, the first African-American superhero in mainstream comics; Carol Danvers, who would become Ms. Marvel and Captain Marvel; and the non-costumed, supernatural vampire hunter Blade.
Colan at the Big Apple Summer Sizzler in Manhattan, June 13, 2009
Daredevil #48 (Jan. 1969). Gene Colan (penciler) and George Klein (inker) slip an in-joke into this Times Square scene. Whatever caused the apparent frustration, note the word at Daredevil's left hand.
Dr. Strange #180 (May 1969). Cover art by Colan and inker Tom Palmer, utilizing photomontage.
Colan page from The Tomb of Dracula #40 (Jan. 1976). Inked by Tom Palmer.
Daredevil (Marvel Comics series)
Daredevil is the name of several comic book titles featuring the character Daredevil and published by Marvel Comics, beginning with the original Daredevil comic book series which debuted in 1964.
The cover of the first issue of Daredevil (April 1964) features the superhero's debut. Art by Bill Everett.
Frank Miller signing a copy issue Vol. 1 #181 (April 1982), during an appearance at Midtown Comics in 2016.