#Art of Fantasy 89: MONSTERS PIT Studio

It's funny, this week both my fantasy post and the science fiction one over on Kōsa Press feature artists from Spain. Not planned, of course, just one of those pleasant coincidences. As for today's fantasy artist(s), MONSTERS PIT Studio provides artwork for the film, videogame, advertising, and publishing industries. Their services span the creative spectrum and include high-end … Continue reading #Art of Fantasy 89: MONSTERS PIT Studio

Art of Fantasy 88: Esteban Maroto

It's been a while since I featured a legend, so I'm doing it today. We're going back in time, folks. I give you Spanish artist, Esteban Maroto. A comic book artist, illustrator, painter, writer, and well, a living legend. Although he initially built his reputation outside the States, Maroto is best known for the short stories … Continue reading Art of Fantasy 88: Esteban Maroto

#Art of Fantasy 84: Henrik Rosenborg

I have a Viking for you today. Henrik Rosenborg hails from Sweden where he works as a freelance illustrator and concept artist with a special focus on creature characters. His fantasy art reminds me of Paul Kidby's  covers for the Pratchett books but with a darker much more detailed approach. I also see a lot of Paul … Continue reading #Art of Fantasy 84: Henrik Rosenborg

#Art of Fantasy 83: Mike Azevedo

We had terrible winter weather here in Hawke's Bay the last two weeks, including torrential rains, heavy snowfalls, and gale force winds that caused a widespread power outage across the region this past weekend. And now my kids are home sick, including me. I'm writing this post with glazed eyes and a brain high on … Continue reading #Art of Fantasy 83: Mike Azevedo

#Art of Fantasy 82: Richard Wright

From studio artist to freelance illustrator, matte painter, and concept designer, UK artist Richard Wright has worked on projects for Blizzard Entertainment, Games Workshop, Wizards of the Coast's Magic: The Gathering, and the World of Warcraft. And, as you'll soon see, his fantasy worlds are sublime. Below is a small sampling of his awesome work. Each image links back to … Continue reading #Art of Fantasy 82: Richard Wright

#Art of Fantasy 81: Slawomir Maniak

My apologies for the post being this late. I have excuses. Good ones. Oh, look! A pink albatross! Our artist this week paints with lightning and thunder. Slawomir Maniak hails from Gdansk, Poland and works as a freelance illustrator and concept artist. His clients include Wizards of the Coast, Wizkids, Sony Entertainment, Pinnacle, and a … Continue reading #Art of Fantasy 81: Slawomir Maniak