This is the first of a planned series of illustration styles based on Italian comic masters.Weight of 1 seems to work best most of the time, but if you see bad hands, lower it to 0.9 or 0.8All epochs can be found here:<ul><li>tensor. art/models/800843072616287234/Itacomic-Mima2-5CosD4Fl-2024-11-26-01:07:07-Ep-10</li><li>tensor. art/models/800882345797363943/Itacomic-Mima3-5CosD4A2Flo2-2024-11-27-06:08:21-Ep-10</li><li>tensor. art/models/801400456292144638/ItaComic-Mima4-5CosD4A2NoCap-2024-11-29-04:09:46-Ep-10</li><li>tensor. art/models/801988411545340925/ItaComic-Mima6-5CosD6A3NoC-2024-11-30-18:35:43-Ep-11</li></ul>ChatGPT has this to say about Milo Manara:Milo Manara (born Maurilio Manara on September 12, 1945) is an acclaimed Italian comic book artist and illustrator, renowned for his erotically charged artwork and sensual storytelling. Manara’s work combines exquisite technical skill, captivating narratives, and a unique ability to portray beauty and emotion, making him one of the most influential figures in the world of European comics.<hr /><h3 id="early-life-and-career-beginnings-qik3r9msy">Early Life and Career Beginnings</h3><ul><li>Birthplace: Manara was born in Luson, Italy.</li><li>Originally, he studied architecture but shifted his focus to art, working as an illustrator for advertising and later venturing into comics.</li><li>His career began in the late 1960s, drawing adventure and crime comics for various Italian publishers. His work during this period reflected a more traditional comic book style.</li></ul><hr /><h3 id="artistic-breakthrough-iuifed8y5">Artistic Breakthrough</h3><ul><li>Manara achieved fame in the 1970s and 1980s with his foray into erotic comics, which became his defining genre.</li><li>His collaboration with the Italian writer and filmmaker Hugo Pratt, particularly on Indian Summer (1983) and El Gaucho (1991), brought his storytelling to new heights. These works fused Manara’s sensual artistry with Pratt’s literary depth.</li></ul><hr /><h3 id="signature-style-k20xckp81">Signature Style</h3>Manara's art is easily recognizable for:<ol><li>Elegant Linework:<ul><li>His smooth, precise lines give his work a sense of grace and fluidity.</li></ul></li><li>Erotic Aesthetic:<ul><li>Manara specializes in drawing idealized, sensual figures, often focusing on female characters. His depiction of beauty and sexuality is provocative yet often playful.</li></ul></li><li>Visual Storytelling:<ul><li>Manara's panels are highly cinematic, emphasizing movement, mood, and emotion.</li></ul></li><li>Dreamlike Quality:<ul><li>His narratives often include surreal, fantastical elements, heightening the allure and mystery of his stories.</li></ul></li></ol><hr /><h3 id="major-works-1k071h2zn">Major Works</h3><ol><li>Click! (Il Gioco) (1983–2001):<ul><li>One of Manara’s most famous works, this erotic series follows a woman who becomes subject to uncontrollable desires due to a remote-controlled device implanted in her body. It explores themes of liberation, submission, and power dynamics.</li></ul></li><li>The Golden Ass (L'Asino d'Oro) (1999):<ul><li>A retelling of the ancient Roman novel by Apuleius, blending mythology, humor, and eroticism.</li></ul></li><li>Gullivera (1996):<ul><li>A sensual, gender-reversed reinterpretation of Jonathan Swift’s Gulliver’s Travels, filled with surreal and erotic adventures.</li></ul></li><li>The Sandman: Endless Nights (2003):<ul><li>Manara collaborated with Neil Gaiman, illustrating the Desire chapter in this acclaimed graphic novel.</li></ul></li><li>Women of the World:<ul><li>A collection of pin-ups celebrating the beauty and diversity of women across different cultures and eras.</li></ul></li></ol><hr /><h3 id="collaborations-pg2rbrazo">Collaborations</h3><ul><li>Federico Fellini:<ul><li>Manara collaborated with the legendary filmmaker on several projects, including Trip to Tulum (1989) and The Journey of G. Mastorna, blending Fellini’s imaginative narratives with Manara’s art.</li></ul></li><li>Marvel Comics:<ul><li>In 2013, Manara worked with Marvel to create variant covers for popular characters like Spider-Woman, which received both praise and controversy for their erotic style.</li></ul></li></ul><hr /><h3 id="themes-in-his-work-awcmc6nnq">Themes in His Work</h3><ul><li>Eroticism and Empowerment:<ul><li>While his work often draws criticism for its overt sexual content, Manara frequently portrays women as empowered, free-spirited, and central to his stories.</li></ul></li><li>Fantasy and Surrealism:<ul><li>His stories often merge the real and the fantastical, exploring themes of desire, liberation, and the subconscious.</li></ul></li><li>Cultural Commentary:<ul><li>Some of his works delve into deeper social and historical themes, especially in collaborations like Indian Summer.</li></ul></li></ul><hr /><h3 id="influence-and-legacy-go9wxu8aa">Influence and Legacy</h3><ol><li>Artistic Innovation:<ul><li>Manara’s mastery of the human figure and his ability to depict sensuality in a refined, artistic way have influenced countless artists in comics and illustration.</li></ul></li><li>Crossover Appeal:<ul><li>His work has garnered fans in both the world of comics and fine art, bridging the gap between mainstream and underground art forms.</li></ul></li><li>Cultural Icon:<ul><li>Despite controversy over the sexual nature of his art, Manara remains celebrated for pushing boundaries and expanding the artistic possibilities of graphic storytelling.</li></ul></li></ol><hr /><h3 id="awards-and-recognition-20gund2a1">Awards and Recognition</h3><ul><li>Manara has received numerous awards for his work, including prestigious European comic prizes like the Yellow Kid Award and recognition at international comic festivals such as Angoulême.</li></ul><hr /><h3 id="criticism-and-controversy-3p3ddf5js">Criticism and Controversy</h3><ul><li>Manara’s explicit focus on eroticism has sparked debates about the objectification of women in art. Critics argue that some of his works perpetuate male gaze stereotypes, while others praise him for celebrating female beauty and autonomy.</li><li>His controversial <a target="_blank" rel="ugc" href="https://screenrant.com/marvel-controversy-spider-woman-cover-milo-manara-comics/">Spider-Woman cover for Marvel (2014)</a>, which featured a hyper-sexualized pose, reignited these debates in popular culture.</li></ul><hr /><h3 id="milo-manara-today-fmldhtujm">Milo Manara Today</h3>Manara continues to produce art, engaging with contemporary themes and audiences. His work, whether erotic, fantastical, or literary, remains a testament to his extraordinary skill and enduring impact on the world of comics and illustration.

Italian Comic Illustration Style (Milo Manara)

After some testing, I found that epoch 10 is better after all. The "extra limb" I was seeing during testing was just a bad seed (42!).Sorry about that 😅. Other epoch are here: tensor. art/models/800882345797363943/Itacomic-Mima3-5CosD4A2Flo2-2024-11-27-06:08:21-Ep-10This version is trained with a modified dataset where all the white border have been edited out, so it will not produce a border most of the time. It also seems to be a bit more coherent and follows prompt a bit better.Still, the earlier version works better and is more "creative" sometimes.

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