RDH COMIX No.1 super-rare fanzine 1971 1st Brian Bolland art Sub-Mariner feat Frank Zappa
RDH Comix No. 1
Publication: September 1971
Description: This super-rare fanzine from September 1971 holds significant historical value as it showcases the first-ever published artwork by Brian Bolland. Created by Bolland's art-school colleague, Dave Harwood, this 38-page self-published fanzine is a remarkable find for collectors and enthusiasts.
Notably, this fanzine predates Bolland's "Suddenly At 2-O-Clock In The Morning" comic by three years and precedes his renowned work on Judge Dredd and 2000AD by six years. Impressively, it even predates his iconic artwork for Batman: The Killing Joke by 17 years.
The cover features an intriguing illustration of a Demon climbing Norwich Cathedral Spire with Little Nympho at the window, capturing the unique style and creativity that permeates the fanzine.
The fanzine contains an abundance of Brian Bolland's art throughout its pages. From his depiction of The Sub-Mariner to a cameo of Frank Zappa, Bolland's talent shines. The contents also include engaging features and stories, such as an editorial titled "But Seriously Folks: The Gardening Page," where Bolland and Harwood discuss the significance of the comic-strip as an art form. Additionally, there are captivating strips like "The Adventures Of Super RDH" and "The Sceptre and the Sword" by Dave Harwood, along with other intriguing contributions.
Full Contents:
"But Seriously Folks: The Gardening Page" (Editorial) - Reflections on the comic-strip as an art form, including discussions on the fan-art output in both the United States and UK comics fandom, featuring Brian Bolland "Super RDH" art (2 pages).
"The Adventures Of Super RDH" - A one-page strip showcasing Brian Bolland's artistry.
Robert Carrington / Brian Bolland "Prawn-Growing in the Steppes of Central Bognor..." - A rear illustrated text story (1 page).
"It Can't Happen Here" - A five-page strip, acting as a "sub-editorial" and featuring a cameo appearance of The Sub-Mariner and Frank Zappa.
"Untitled" - A four-page feature/story by Brian Bolland, exploring themes related to H.P. Lovecraft, Cthulhu, The Elder Gods, The Old Ones, Yog-Sothoth, and more.
Trebor Carrington "Oh, I Long For The Flanks Of a Mustang" - A one-page text story.
Dave Harwood "The Sceptre and the Sword" - A captivating 14-page strip.
Dave Harwood "Skullface" - A one-page artwork.
Brian Bolland "Salvador Dali" - A one-page artwork.
Brian Bolland "Little Nympho In Slumberland" - A one-page strip.
"200 Motels" Frank Zappa feature - A one-page tribute to Frank Zappa's "200 Motels."
Brian Bolland & Dave Harwood "Fresh Meat" - A four-page strip.
This fanzine stands as a testament to the early creative brilliance of Brian Bolland and the imaginative work of Dave Harwood, offering readers a rare glimpse into their artistic journey.
Very Good+ condition. It is actually a lot whiter than it looks in the photos I took.