Earthworm Jim 2: The Never-Before-Seen Art of Michael Koelsch | Earthworm Jim 25th Anniversary
0November 15th 2020 marked the 25th anniversary of Earthworm Jim 2 and I discuss the never-before-seen art of Michael Koelsch @michaelkoelsch2858 - Boxing Jim! (SporkUnltd.)
I also talk about Earthworm Jim’s big presence at E3 1995 and share some fun trivia about the cover art!
I’ve been a fan of Michael Koelsch’s art since I was 2 years old.
Some of Michael’s clientele include Dreamworks SKG, Disney, Netflix, Crispin, Porter + Bogusky, Newsweek and more!
Seriously, you NEED to check out Michael’s portfolio. It’s unbelievable! https://www.shannonassociates.com/michaelkoelsch
Earlier this year, I wrote to Michael (the original cover artist of the Earthworm Jim games, Playmates Toys, game magazines, promotional/press materials) and shared my story of how his art had such a positive impact in my life:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4nwMzszl_sI
Michael wrote back and said he’s been working on never-before-seen Earthworm Jim artwork based on the comprehensive layouts he pitched to Playmates Toys and is producing a limited print run of the paintings for the 25th anniversary!
“Boxing Jim” (inspired by one of the comps Michael pitched to Playmates Toys in 1995) is now on sale on Michael’s website:
https://www.sporkunltd.com/store/earthworm-jim-2-boxing-poster
Feel free to use this Discount Promo Code: EWJ2NOAH2
I’m a huge fan of Michael’s work so I’m helping to spread the word on Boxing Jim!
If you know a friend or a relative who loves art and video games, please share the link!
⇩ Websites to Visit! ⇩
BOXING JIM Poster :
https://www.sporkunltd.com/store/earthworm-jim-2-boxing-poster
Boxing Jim Discount Promo Code: EWJ2NOAH2 (EXPIRED March 2021)
Mike Koelsch’s Website:
https://www.sporkunltd.com/
Mike Koelsch’s Portfolio on Shannon Associates: https://www.shannonassociates.com/michaelkoelsch
B-roll footage in this video includes:
Michael Koelsch’s stunning illustrations and a glimpse of his portfolio acquired from Shannon Associates.
Mike Dietz @miked1514 in a groovy shirt working with Walt Disney animators on Disney’s Aladdin (1993) Sega Genesis video game.
Incredible EWJ concept sketches acquired from Slappy Pictures blog http://slappypictures.blogspot.com/
LA Times scan of Brian Fargo & @DavidPerry. in front of a large Earthworm Jim 2 booth at E3 1995.
E3 1995 footage of the first playable build of Earthworm Jim 2 along with the “bunny ears” cover art.
@dougtennapel poking the eyes of Bubsy the Bobcat. Take that, Bubsy!
@dougtennapel doing various hysterical voices of EWJ with David Perry at E3 1995.
Mark Lorenzen with a Klaymen armature figure - Dreamworks Press Kit on The Neverhood.
@Intellivision 's Earthworm Jim 25th anniversary Q&A live simulcast - thanks for saying I’m a true fan, @TommyTallarico77 !
Sneak peak of the new Earthworm Jim game on Intellivision Amico.
Interstitial transitional clips of the Earthworm Jim WB Kids TV series
Easter eggs! See if you can “Spot” them all!
This video was a labor of love.
Hope everyone is doing well, staying safe and healthy.
Happy New Year. Stay groovy.
All clips used herein are copyright by their original owners.
All footage captured using SEGA Genesis, Super Nintendo, PlayStation via video capture.
All art assets provided by SporkUnltd courtesy of Mike Koelsch.
© 1995-2021 SHANNON ASSOCIATES, LLC
© Tommy Tallarico Studios, Inc.
© 1995 Universal Cartoon Studios, Inc
Earthworm Jim is a registered trademark of Interplay Entertainment Corp in the US and/or other countries. © 2020 Interplay
Earthworm Jim was created by Doug TenNapel.
Copyright © 2020 Intellivision Entertainment, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
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