Tiger Claws – Blu-Ray Cover 2021

Robert Sammelin made this Blu-Ray cover for Tiger Claws, sometime in the 20th century. It’s got this dynamic energy, right? Like a comic book panel exploding off the page with action. The colors are intense, a mix of fiery reds and oranges clashing with cool blues, creating a visual buzz. The lines are loose and sketchy, giving it a raw, unfinished feel, as if Sammelin was capturing the energy of the film more than just illustrating. Look closely and you’ll see how the texture is built up with these quick, almost frantic marks, especially around the faces. There’s this sense of urgency, like the story is about to jump out and grab you. This cover screams pulp-era comics. Think of someone like Jack Kirby, with that same over-the-top dynamism and exaggerated figures, but with a modern, slightly grittier edge. It’s a reminder that art can be about capturing a feeling, an energy, rather than just depicting a scene.