Profile:Model/Actress/Singer/Dancer/Character
Creator, Story Developer
Birthday: February 6th
Sign: Aquarius
Birthplace:
New York City
Hobbies: Movies, Collect Music, Barbie Dolls, Mermaids, Studying
all forms of dance, Beach, Lying Naked on the Beach, Ocean, Boats, Motorcycles
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As the leading
figure model for major fantasy, science fiction and romance publications,
Stacy E. Walker has
achieved unparalleled success that has captivated fans and admirers
around the globe. From covers of some of the hottest magazines
to appearances at prominent promotional tours, Stacy's beautiful
looks, powerful talents and unique image have created a new phenomenon
in the pop culture world. Media coverage soon followed. Stacy
has appeared on TV, magazines and newspapers in the US, Brazil,
Italy, France and Japan. She has also been part of several documentaries
on various subjects for such networks as VH1,
A&E, Discovery Channel, and
the History Channel.
Stacy was hand picked by rock and roll legend Gene
Simmons to play a key role in the highly acclaimed
press tour for KISS's edgy new product line including the "KISS
Kasket," which garnered major media coverage in print, radio
and television.
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The relationship
with KISS began when Stacy
was in her teens. After completing high school, she went to work
for the group in their New York City office and Simmons has supported
her career ever since. The band's legendary ability to combine
fantasy and business inspired Stacy, showing her that she too
could find success by bringing her dreams to light. VH1 invited
Stacy to be a part of a special documentary on KISS highlighting
their major contribution to the music world. She would go on to
participate in two additional programs for the network.
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Stacy's work
in fantasy art illustration began with posing for art icon
Boris Vallejo and shortly thereafter posing for the
equally talented Julie Bell.
These dynamic collaborations led to book covers, trading cards,
calendars, tee shirts and sculptures; which the experts in the
field consider to be collectibles of high value.
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A Stacy E.
Walker explosion occurred and she has become the most sought-after
model for an array of illustrators. Her image has been used to
portray some of the hottest and most beloved characters in the
comic book and video game industry. These images have graced the
covers of countless comics, graphic novels, calendars, art books
and magazines. In 1992 she made her fist appearance on the cover
of the leading fantasy illustration magazine Heavy
Metal to an overwhelming response from readers. The
May 2005 issue marks her tenth cover, which has become an annual
event for the publication. Heavy Metal has also produced a series
of posters, a statue and a calendar is due for 2007.
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Stacy inspired
renowned artists Greg and Tim Hildebrandt for the creation of
the character Cythonna who appeared in the graphic novel Superman:
Last God of Krypton published by DC Comics.
Next she appeared as new character "Bling Bling" in
the highly anticipated "Lobo Unbound". A six issue mini
series also published by DC Comics. The production studios of
Gentle Giant and McFarlane Design Group, have each taken three-dimensional
body scans of Stacy in a variety of action poses. Their toy and
gaming departments then use these scans when creating and developing
their product lines.
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Veteran comic
artist George Perez has just
announced plans for a special series called "Cover Girl"
Perez was so inspired by the strong Stacy E. Walker image that
he wanted to create a special project just for her. The artist
has designed four dynamic images from the genre and will be presented
in full color cover art style and specially packaged. In addition,
Marvel Comics recently cast her as an official spokes model to
portray several of their characters for up-coming trade shows
and special events.
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Through her
high profile work in the sci-fi fantasy illustration, Stacy soon
caught the eye of top romance novel illustrators including the
industries top artist cover-king Pino
Daeni. In addition, she also started a series of projects
with illustrators Fortin & Sanders. Stacy and model/photographer
Cherif Fortin became regulars in
the pages of Romantic Times magazine
and were voted hottest duo by their readers. Together they have
appeared on several novel covers and calendars.
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Stacy's presence
on the world wide web has made her an internet sensation not only
getting major hits with thousands of members, but is drawing a
huge customer base for all merchandise that displays her image.
This lead to various licensing deals and the Stacy
E. Walker Fantasy Product line was launched. This includes
limited edition posters, lithographs, t-shirts, statues and even
a wall tapestry. She has also teamed up with a hot new designer
on a line of artistic handbags that were all the rage at recent
convention appearances. Plans are being made to mass market their
unique creations in the coming year.
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Looking ahead
Stacy E. Walker's calendar is packed with guest star stints at
comic, sci-fi and romance conventions across the country. She
is also currently collaborating with artist Alex
"Horley" Orlandelli, one of today's most
popular illustrators impacting the fantasy art genre to bring
visual life to both her innovative and elaborate ideas. This includes
graphic novels, calendars, video games and high-end collectibles.
They share a passionate vision of art and imagination that has
put their collaborations in high demand amongst licensors and
collectors around the world. The duo is in the development stages
of several fantasy based series and will seek projection through
animation, stop motion, live action as well as printed and on-line
comics. Stacy is also an accomplished actress and has studied
the craft for years. She is currently putting the finishing touches
on a treatment for a weekly entertainment news show devoted to
everything connected to the comic, video game, fantasy and sci-fi
industry.
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You
can view the full gamut of the work of Stacy E. Walker by logging
onto her website www.stacyewalker.com.
www.stacyewalker.com
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