The Lone Ranger (John Hart edition)!
I've drawn the Lone Ranger more times than I can count over the years, but every now and then a particular version of the character captures my imagination. This time it was John Hart's Lone Ranger. For many fans, Clayton Moore will always be the Lone Ranger—and rightly so. His portrayal defined the character for generations. But John Hart's brief turn beneath the mask has always interested me. While his tenure was short, he brought his own quiet confidence and dignity to the role. I wanted to pay tribute to that often-overlooked chapter in the Ranger's history. Of course, drawing the Lone Ranger also makes me think about the character's place in popular culture. There was a time when the Lone Ranger was one of the most recognizable heroes in America. Radio, television, comic books, toys—he was everywhere. His values of courage, justice, humility, and integrity resonated across generations. Today, that's no longer the case. Ask many kids who the Lone Ranger is,...
