The Ultimates #22 Incentive Variant Cover Line Art
Speedball Super Black India Ink on Mixed Media 240g Paper
Size: A3 / 11.7 x 16.5 inches
A striking piece of original cover art in A3 format, this inked illustration by Gerald Parel was created for the rare 1:100 incentive variant of Ultimates #22 (March 2026). Capturing a defining moment in Marvel’s Ultimate Universe relaunch, the artwork portrays the intense and emotional clash between Captain America and Bucky Barnes—now transformed into the Red Skull—making it a powerful and highly collectible centerpiece.
The Ultimates #22 Incentive Variant Cover Original Art - Gerald Parel
Gerald Parel is a French multidisciplinary artist based near Munich, Germany, known for a bold, graphic style that translates effortlessly across covers, sequential art, and concept work. His images are instantly readable yet packed with atmosphere, making them especially appealing to comic collectors who value strong design as much as storytelling.
Over the years, Parel has contributed to an impressive range of publishers and franchises, with work spanning Marvel, DC, Image, BOOM! Studios, Dark Horse, IDW, Dynamite, Valiant, and more. Recent years have seen him return with striking cover and variant work across contemporary titles, alongside ongoing collaborations in games and visual development.
Beyond published comics, Gerald is also widely admired for his fan art—particularly his powerful reinterpretations of He-Man and Dragon Ball, which have taken on near-cult status among fans and collectors alike.
Whether on a published cover or an original piece, Parel’s work is defined by confident line work, cinematic composition, and a strong sense of presence—qualities that continue to make his art highly sought after in the modern comic art market.