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Send us a textA true legend who colored many milestone Marvel Comics drops in to discuss her amazing work!Linda Lessmann is a veteran comic book colorist known for her work with major publishers like Marvel Comics and First Comics. Beginning her career in the mid-1970s as a staff colorist in the Marvel Comics "Bullpen," she contributed to a wide range of titles including Amazing Spider-Man, Fantastic Four, Daredevil, and Man-Thing. She later co-founded Gorblimey Press with artist Barry Windsor-Smith. In the 1980s, Lessmann worked at First Comics, where she was the colorist for popular series such as American Flagg! and The Badger. She eventually returned to Marvel, often collaborating with her husband, artist Bill Reinhold, on books like The Punisher. Lessmann's extensive career has spanned several decades and has left a significant mark on the Bronze and Copper Ages of comics.Linda discusses having a relationship with Barry Windsor-Smith, Being most proud of her work on Barbie Comics and meeting her husband while working for First Comics!Support the show
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