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A review by nglofile
Black Widow, Vol. 1: The Finely Woven Thread by Nathan Edmondson
3.0
3.5 stars. Prior to this I wasn't particularly interested in the character Black Widow, but this volume depicts her complexity in an alluring way. She is quickly established in skills, reputation, and character, but her mystery is maintained. Glimpses of vulnerability are offered, and I especially respect that they are intended to increase admiration rather than undermine or play into gender bias. First issues have many roles to play, and this sets the table more effectively than most.
The artwork serves the story beautifully, leaning in to the moodiness with expert deployment of shades and shadows to offset the more defined images. The brushwork and color washes are elements I especially enjoyed. They aren't invasive, and often you won't even notice. When slightly more apparent, it is a deliberate choice to inject nuance and emotion, and those techniques serve both story and character well.
The artwork serves the story beautifully, leaning in to the moodiness with expert deployment of shades and shadows to offset the more defined images. The brushwork and color washes are elements I especially enjoyed. They aren't invasive, and often you won't even notice. When slightly more apparent, it is a deliberate choice to inject nuance and emotion, and those techniques serve both story and character well.