Unsung Ink: Jim Aparo | SIDEBAR FOREVER

We’re back with another installment of our series celebrating talented creators who don’t always get the recognition they deserve—and this time, we’re shining the spotlight on comic book artist Jim Aparo.

From his early days at Charlton Comics working alongside Dick Giordano, to his celebrated career at DC Comics, Aparo established himself as a consummate professional on books like Adventure Comics, The Brave and the Bold, and Batman and the Outsiders.

On the pod, we explore some of the highlights of his career, including landmark stories like "A Death in the Family" and "Knightfall." We also sing Aparo’s praises as a draftsman and storyteller, and note his remarkable ability to work as penciler, inker, and letterer—a true triple threat! 

And then we get into the fun part: Where does Aparo rank among the all-time great Batman artists? We put him head-to-head with Neal Adams, Tim Sale, Norm Breyfogle, and more. 🦇