Jack Jackson

Jaxon

American, 1941 - 2006

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Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, Jim Osborne, S. Clay Wilson, Justin Green, Rory Hayes, Kim Deitch, Roger Brand, Charles Dallas, Larry S. Todd, Jack Jackson, Joe Schenkman, The Print Mint, Inc., Insect Fear No 3, 1973, paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.74

Insect Fear No 3

Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, Jim Osborne, S. Clay Wilson, Justin Green, Rory Hayes, Kim Deitch, Roger Brand, Charles Dallas, Larry S. Todd, Jack Jackson, Joe Schenkman, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1973 · paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.74

Various Artists, Richard Corben, Bob Bliss, Jack Jackson, D. Karbonik, George Metzger, Jan Strnad, Rip Off Press, Fantagor, No. 2, 1972, 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with a full-color cover and section of middle pages, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.50

Fantagor, No. 2

Various Artists, Richard Corben, Bob Bliss, Jack Jackson, D. Karbonik, George Metzger, Jan Strnad, Rip Off Press · 1972 · 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with a full-color cover and section of middle pages ·  Accession ID  2014.126.50

This is a drawing of a creature emerging from a coffin, set against a vivid background. The image is drawn in a style reminiscent of comic book art, filled with bold colors and dramatic lines. At the center, a beast with sharp teeth and red eyes emerges from an ornately decorated coffin. The background has swirling green and purple patterns. Below the illustration, the title "SKULL" is displayed in large, jagged letters colored in pink and purple. Additional text reads "NO. 4 SPECIAL ISSUE: LOVECRAFT."
Various Artists, Gary Arlington, Jack Jackson, Simon Deitch, Dave Sheridan, Charles Dallas, Michael C. Smith, Herb Arnold, Larry S. Todd, Last Gasp Eco Funnies, Skull #4, 1972, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.118

Skull #4

Various Artists, Gary Arlington, Jack Jackson, Simon Deitch, Dave Sheridan, Charles Dallas, Michael C. Smith, Herb Arnold, Larry S. Todd, Last Gasp Eco Funnies · 1972 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.118

This is a painting of two small, green, humanoid extraterrestrial figures in a surreal jungle. The background contains dense foliage, vibrant greens, and a moon. One alien is interacting with an orange and pink crustacean-like creature. Lush plants and a monkey-like creature are also depicted. The word "DEEP" appears in bold, purple, and pink letters. A circular emblem in the lower left corner reads "RIP OFF PRESS ADULTS ONLY".
Various Artists, Jack Jackson, Richard Corben, Greg Irons, Kim Deitch, Rip Off Press, Up From the Deep #1, 1971, 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and in full color with cover in color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.146

Up From the Deep #1

Various Artists, Jack Jackson, Richard Corben, Greg Irons, Kim Deitch, Rip Off Press · 1971 · 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and in full color with cover in color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.146

This is a drawing of a stagecoach flying through space. The image features a vehicle adorned with intricate designs and machinery resembling a mix of a stagecoach and a bicycle. The backdrop shows swirling pink sky, abstract shapes, and planets. A framing of curtain-like drapery is at the top, with bold typography spelling "Mother's Oats Comix." Phrases like "The Overland Vegetable Stage Coach" and "50¢ Adults" add to the whimsical narrative.
Various Artists, Dave Sheridan, Dr. E. Ambro, Fred Schrier, Jack Jackson, Greg Irons, Tom Veitch, S. Lipney, Marks, Rip Off Press, Mother's Oats Comix No. 2, 1971, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.91

Mother's Oats Comix No. 2

Various Artists, Dave Sheridan, Dr. E. Ambro, Fred Schrier, Jack Jackson, Greg Irons, Tom Veitch, S. Lipney, Marks, Rip Off Press · 1971 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.91

Jack Jackson, Rip Off Press, God Nose, 1971, paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.57

God Nose

Jack Jackson, Rip Off Press · 1971 · paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.57

This is a painting of a comic book cover with a vivid and dynamic design. The cover features two green-toned figures, rendered in a muscular style, wielding large firearms that are prominently shooting with bright, explosive blasts. The background is a fiery red-orange gradient, accentuated by dark, smoky clouds. The title "Slow Death" is displayed at the top in pink, dotted letters, with additional text indicating that this is issue number 3 from a publisher named "Last Gasp." The overall style is reminiscent of underground comic art, with exaggerated expressions and dramatic lighting.
Various Artists, Ron Turner, Richard Corben, Dave Sheridan, Jim Osborne, Jack Jackson, Larry Welz, Greg Irons, Kim Deitch, Spain Rodriguez, Last Gasp Eco Funnies, Slow Death #3, 1971, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.121

Slow Death #3

Various Artists, Ron Turner, Richard Corben, Dave Sheridan, Jim Osborne, Jack Jackson, Larry Welz, Greg Irons, Kim Deitch, Spain Rodriguez, Last Gasp Eco Funnies · 1971 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.121

This is a drawing of a comic book cover. The image features a ghoulish figure with long, wild hair, blue skin, and yellowing teeth, holding a piece of raw flesh. The background is a vibrant mix of colors, with a full yellow moon and an elegantly dressed figure in a swirling skirt standing on a gravestone or elevated surface, pointing. There are silhouettes of raised hands in the background. The comic book title "SKULL COMICS" is at the top, with the word "SKULL" in green and a large skull drawing between the letters.
Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, Jack Jackson, Dave Sheridan, Richard Corben, Tom Veitch, Greg Irons, Last Gasp Eco Funnies, Skull Comics #3, 1971, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.117

Skull Comics #3

Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, Jack Jackson, Dave Sheridan, Richard Corben, Tom Veitch, Greg Irons, Last Gasp Eco Funnies · 1971 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.117

This is a comic book cover featuring cartoonish, exaggerated figures in a stylized manner typical of underground comix. The cover depicts characters with distinctive exaggerated features in a suburban setting under a bright, yellow sky. The title "San Francisco Comic Book" is displayed prominently at the top with additional text indicating "Adults Only." Various effects like stars and a lightning bolt are included in the artwork, resembling Robert Crumb's satirical style.
Various Artists, Gary Arlington, Robert Crumb, Kim Deitch, Greg Irons, George Metzger, Willy Murphy, Trina Robbins, Justin Green, Jim Osborne, S. Clay Wilson, Willy Mendes, Larry Welz, Spain Rodriguez, Mervinius, Gilbert Shelton, Rory Hayes, Robert Williams, Joel Beck, Jay Lynch, Jeffery Hayes, Jack Jackson, The Print Mint, Inc., San Francisco Comic Book #3, 1970, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.112

San Francisco Comic Book #3

Various Artists, Gary Arlington, Robert Crumb, Kim Deitch, Greg Irons, George Metzger, Willy Murphy, Trina Robbins, Justin Green, Jim Osborne, S. Clay Wilson, Willy Mendes, Larry Welz, Spain Rodriguez, Mervinius, Gilbert Shelton, Rory Hayes, Robert Williams, Joel Beck, Jay Lynch, Jeffery Hayes, Jack Jackson, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1970 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.112

This is a drawing of a monster figure eating a planet-like object. The image shows a purplish creature with wide, yellow eyes and a gaping mouth filled with sharp teeth. Its head resembles city buildings. The monster has long arms reaching towards a cracked green sphere leaking substance. The background is deep blue with a hint of turbulence. The drawing is framed with a red border, and the text "SLOW DEATH FUNNIES" is visible at the top.
Various Artists, Greg Irons, Willy Mendes, Gary Grimshaw, Dave Sheridan, Jim Osborne, Jim Evans, Randy Tuten, Gilbert Shelton, Fred Schrier, Rory Hayes, Jeffery Hayes, Ron Cobb, Jack Jackson, Kim Deitch, Robert Crumb, Tony Auth, Last Gasp Eco Funnies, Last Gasp Eco Funnies, Slow Death Funnies #1, 1970, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.119

Slow Death Funnies #1

Various Artists, Greg Irons, Willy Mendes, Gary Grimshaw, Dave Sheridan, Jim Osborne, Jim Evans, Randy Tuten, Gilbert Shelton, Fred Schrier, Rory Hayes, Jeffery Hayes, Ron Cobb, Jack Jackson, Kim Deitch, Robert Crumb, Tony Auth, Last Gasp Eco Funnies, Last Gasp Eco Funnies · 1970 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.119