Steven Defendini: The Mane Event in Partnership with OLO Marker
San Francisco, CA – May 18, 2026 — Raremarq, the premier online marketplace for rare comic art and collectibles from top creators and their representatives, is proud to announce its latest artist spotlight event of 2026, featuring the talented Steven Defendini, in partnership with OLO Marker.
Steven is a freelance illustrator known for his cinematic realism and striking depictions of powerful female characters. He has created variant covers for titles including The Boys and Vampirella, and is currently developing his first creator-owned book.
You can explore more of his work and contact information through his Instagram, @Stevendefendini, as well as his official website, DefendinisArt.com.
The Steven Defendini: Mane Event will run from May 18 through May 15, 2026. New original art featuring popular comic characters will be released daily, giving collectors multiple opportunities to discover and bid on fresh pieces throughout the event. All auctions will be hosted on Raremarq’s dedicated event page, creating a centralized destination for fans to engage with the event in real time.
Event Highlights
Original Art by Steven Defendini
This event builds on the momentum of Raremarq’s successful 2025 artist collaborations, which included standout events with Stanley "Artgerm" Lau and Frank Cho. Those events drew significant attention from the global collector community and helped solidify Raremarq as a leading platform for direct-to-collector artist releases.
About Raremarq
Founded in 2024, Raremarq has quickly established itself as a trusted marketplace for rare comic art, sketch covers, and collectibles sourced directly from comic creators, art representatives, and verified collectors. With a growing global community of tens of thousands of fans and collectors, Raremarq is proud to support hundreds of leading creators including Stanley "Artgerm" Lau and Frank Cho, who use the platform to connect with their audiences and sell original work worldwide.
About OLO
Backed by over 25 years of expertise, OLO™ markers were designed to overcome the limitations of traditional alcohol markers. Our patented free-flow ink system ensures more usable ink, smoother blending, and consistent performance from start to finish. With a modular, customizable design—Your Marker, Your Way—artists decide exactly how their marker and sets should be built. It unlocks new possibilities for creativity and personalization, from the feel in your hand to precise tuning for your workflow.
Made in Japan with premium quality and technological precision in every detail. Trusted by top artists including Artgerm, Todd Nauck, Mirka Andolfo, and many more worldwide.
