Dark Horse Comics has announced the second title in its Bullpen Books line of Marvel Comics art books: The Art of Fantastic Four, a 200-page, 10” x 14” hardcover that showcases Jack Kirby’s art in complete stories from Fantastic Four #60, #71, #82, and #83, and the 48-page Fantastic Four Annual #6.  The artwork is reproduced from archival scans, and the book also includes essays and commentary by the editor/designer team of Ian Chalgren and John Lind.  The Art of Fantastic Four will be released in bookstores on September 23, 2025, and in comic shops on September 24, with an MSRP of $59.99.

“Reading these complete issues of Fantastic Four from Kirby’s original art gives fans rare access to the imagination and innovation of the most influential creator in comic book history,” Chalgren said in a statement accompanying the announcement.  “Presenting these pages in an oversized 10" x 14" format allows readers to enjoy Kirby’s dynamic line work and storytelling, which played a key role in defining the Marvel Age of comics.  We assembled Bullpen Books The Art of the Fantastic Four to be a celebration and a resource—a source of inspiration, a tool for study, and a tribute to the legacy of Jack Kirby’s work.”

Dark Horse and Marvel announced Bullpen Books, part of a multi-year license under which Dark Horse will publish art books spotlighting Marvel properties (see “Dark Horse and Marvel Sign Multi-Year Licensing Agreement”).  The first title, The Art of the Amazing Spider-Man, featuring the art of John Romita, Sr., will be released in October 2025.