Lan Medina

Rolando “Lan” Medina was born on December 22, 1961, in the Philippines, and has built a career as a versatile comic book artist whose polished, expressive style has graced both mainstream superhero titles and acclaimed independent series. He is best known for his long run on *Fables*, the celebrated Vertigo series, where his clean linework and ability to render both fantastical creatures and human emotion helped define the look of Bill Willingham’s fairy-tale world. Medina also made his mark on *Aria*, *District X*, *Gold Goblin*, and the gritty *Punisher: MAX* imprint, demonstrating a range from urban crime to high fantasy.

Medina entered comics in the late 1980s, working primarily as an inker and artist. His collaborations include frequent work with writers such as Willingham, as well as runs on *Aquaman and the Others*, *Silver Surfer*, *Venom*, and *Mera: Queen of Atlantis*. His signature style balances dynamic action with clear storytelling, often using expressive faces and detailed backgrounds.

Medina’s career has spanned nearly four decades, with over 140 credited issues from 1987 to 2025. While he has not received major industry awards, his consistent, professional work has made him a reliable and respected figure in the industry, particularly for his contributions to *Fables* and DC’s aquatic titles. He remains active, continuing to bring his clean, emotive art to new projects.