Mike Hawthorne is an American comic book artist known for his dynamic and expressive artwork. He has worked extensively with major publishers like Marvel, DC, and Dark Horse Comics. Hawthorne is particularly recognized for his work on Deadpool for Marvel Comics, where he was the lead artist for several story arcs. His other notable contributions include Daredevil, Spider-Man, and Batman. Beyond mainstream superhero comics, he has also illustrated independent and creator-owned projects, showcasing his versatility in different storytelling styles. Hawthorne’s art is characterized by its energetic linework and strong sense of movement, making him a sought-after talent in the industry.
Mike Hawthorne has contributed to numerous comic book series over his career. Here’s a chronological list of some notable works:
- Hysteria (2000): Creator-owned series that brought Hawthorne early recognition.
- Three Days in Europe (2002–2003): A five-issue mini-series published by Oni Press, illustrated by Hawthorne. Wikipedia
- Queen & Country (2003): Contributed to one story arc of this acclaimed espionage series.
- The Un-Men (2007–2008): Provided artwork for this 13-issue series under DC Comics’ Vertigo imprint. Wikipedia
- G.I. Joe: Origins (2009): Worked on this series exploring the backstories of the G.I. Joe characters. Key Collector Comics
- Conan: Road of Kings (2010): Illustrated this series featuring the iconic barbarian. Key Collector Comics
- Deadpool (2012–2015): Became the lead artist for several story arcs in this popular Marvel series.
- Deadpool (2015–2017): Continued his work on the Merc with a Mouth in this series.
- The Superior Spider-Man (2018–2019): Contributed to this series where Doctor Octopus takes on the mantle of Spider-Man.
- Daredevil (2020): Worked on issues of this series featuring the Man Without Fear.
- Star Wars (2020–2023): Provided artwork for this ongoing series set in the Star Wars universe.
- Warlock: Rebirth (2023): Illustrated this series focusing on the character Adam Warlock.