Arvell Jones

Arvell Jones is an American comic book artist who has worked steadily across the industry since the mid-1970s, primarily for Marvel Comics, DC Comics, and the Milestone Media imprint. Born in 1952, he began his professional career in 1974, with early credits appearing under the name Arvell Malcolm Jones. Jones is best known for his crisp, dynamic storytelling on team books and superhero titles, with his most frequent credits including *All-Star Squadron*, *The Avengers*, *The Super-Heroes*, *Kobalt*, *Iron Man*, and *Marvel Premiere*. His style is grounded and clear, favoring strong figure work and expressive faces. Over his decades-long career, he has collaborated with writers such as Roy Thomas and Dwayne McDuffie, and contributed to foundational runs on *The Avengers* during the 1980s. As a member of the Milestone Media collective, he helped shape the groundbreaking *Kobalt* series, a key title in the imprint’s push for diverse superhero narratives. Jones remains active, with credits spanning into 2023. He has not received major industry awards, but his steady, reliable work across nearly fifty years has made him a respected journeyman in the field, influencing later artists through his consistent craft and professionalism.