Book Description
A glorious celebration of the very best of the Art of the Fantastic over the past two decades, this glorious full-colour collection features over 300 illustrations.
Author : John Grant
Publisher : Artist's and Photographers' Press Ltd
Page : 192 pages
File Size : 42,82 MB
Release : 2003-10-01
Category : Design
ISBN : 9781904332107
A glorious celebration of the very best of the Art of the Fantastic over the past two decades, this glorious full-colour collection features over 300 illustrations.
Author : John Grant
Publisher : Titan Books (UK)
Page : 176 pages
File Size : 16,64 MB
Release : 1997
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781852868918
First published in 1996, this A-Z features professional tips and step-by-step instructions for a variety of styles, from horror to heroic fantasy and creatures to characterisation. There are entries on all major tools and techniques, such as acrylics, airbrush, animation & computer software, pen & ink and explanations on how to apply each one.
Author : Jane Frank
Publisher : McFarland
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 48,54 MB
Release : 2013-10-15
Category : Art
ISBN : 9780786477272
This biographical dictionary presents full information on 400 artists whose influence and illustrative contributions to the fields of science fiction and fantasy literature helped define the 20th century as the "Science Fiction Century" and helped established science fiction and fantasy as unique and identifiable genres. In addition to providing inclusive biographical data on venerable artists from Chris Achilleos to John Michael Zeleznik, each entry also includes a bibliographic listing of each artist's published work in the genre.
Author : Ron Miller
Publisher : Harper Collins
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 24,44 MB
Release : 2001
Category : Art
ISBN :
"Your conception of outer space has probably been influenced by...Bonestell's surrealist paintings of other-planetary scenes, which caused a sensation when Life first published...them....His vivid imaginings...were used as the visual basis for several...science fiction movies....More than 300...works appear....Rediscover this influential artist, whose success has been credited with stoking public support for the U.S. space program.""--Booklist. ""Will appeal to any lover of fine art."" --Fantasy & Science Fiction."
Author : Adam Cesare
Publisher : Insight Editions
Page : 168 pages
File Size : 28,52 MB
Release : 2020-10-13
Category : Performing Arts
ISBN : 1683838211
Discover the wild and wonderful creatures of Thra in this guide to the flora and fauna of the Dark Crystal universe featuring remarkable original illustrations. In a world where rocks talk and trees dispense wisdom from across the ages, anything is possible. The Dark Crystal Bestiary is a comprehensive volume that catalogs the many lifeforms of Thra’s unique ecosystem. Drawing from all aspects of the Dark Crystal saga’s universe, this book is visually dazzling and filled with enthralling information about all of Thra’s lifeforms, making it the definitive guide to a world of wonders. • Own the most comprehensive guide to the Dark Crystal universe: This book showcases fauna from all corners of Thra, from the vile Skeksis and their noble counterparts, the Mystics, to a whole cornucopia of amazing creatures and critters, including Landstriders, Garthim, Peeper Beetles, Fizzgigs, Pluff’m, and many more fan favorites. • Over 200 fantasy illustrations: Featuring all-new illustrations by Iris Compiet, a protégé of the original Dark Crystal concept artist, Brian Froud, this book will show you the world of Thra as you’ve never seen it before. • Learn about the world of Thra: The Dark Crystal Bestiary is packed with lore, drawing information from the original film, the hit Netflix show The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, comic books, and novels. • An epic addition to your home library: Great for fantasy lovers, The Dark Crystal Bestiary will be a perfect addition to your bookshelf or coffee table.
Author : Karen Haber
Publisher : Rockport Publishers
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 27,73 MB
Release : 2011-06-01
Category : Design
ISBN : 161060234X
Masters of Science Fiction and Fantasy Art profiles and celebrates the work of today’s leading practitioners of art of the fantastic, as well as a handful of gifted newcomers from around the globe. The range and impact of their work is both inspiring and far-reaching. These 28 masters have created images for television, movies, gaming, museum exhibits, theme park rides, and every area of publishing.Some of the artists featured only employ traditional painting techniques, while others use only digital methods, and many more blend the mediums to create their fantastical images. Each artist discusses his/her influences and techniques as well as offering tips to beginning artists. Science Fiction Grandmaster and Hugo Award–winning author Joe Haldeman contributes a foreword. Artists, science fiction fans, and art collectors will appreciate the outstanding artwork featured here. Featured artists include: —Brom —Jim Burns —Kinuko Y. Craft —Dan Dos Santos —Bob Eggleton —Donato Giancola —Rebecca Guay —James Gurney —Gregory Manchess —Stephan Martiniere —Terese Nielsen —John Picacio —Greg Spalenka —Shaun Tan —Charles Vess
Author : Gardner Dozois
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 704 pages
File Size : 37,76 MB
Release : 2007-04-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 1429903848
The stories in this collection imaginatively take readers far across the universe, into the very core of their beings, to the realm of the Gods, and to the moment just after now. Included are the works of masters of the form and the bright new talents of tomorrow. This book is a valuable resource in addition to serving as the single best place in the universe to find stories that stir the imagination and the heart.
Author : Bob Eggleton
Publisher : Collins & Brown
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 15,86 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Art
ISBN : 9781855856622
Bob Eggleton has won the Hugo Award for Best Artist several times, as well as the Chesley Award—and this collection of over 100 illustrations proves exactly why he is considered one of today’s most original fantasy and science fiction illustrators. All the paintings are imagined as part of a time capsule sent to aliens, and these fanciful, otherworldly visions include the covers for Daniel Hood’s The Scales of Justice and Larry Niven’s Rainbow Mars. Dynamic commentary by best-selling author Nigel Suckling.
Author : Jane Frank
Publisher :
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 23,75 MB
Release : 2007-03
Category : Computer art
ISBN : 9781933065106
This collection of art and essays, by the best of todays science fiction and fantasy artists, presents candid opinions behind the revolution now taking place in the field. Are computers creating a seismic shift in the creation of sfandf art, or are they just another tool in the artists paint box?
Author : Ron Miller
Publisher :
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 24,91 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 9781560251644
Paintings show science fiction and erotic fantasy worlds inhabited by alien queens, Amazons, swordswomen, and other heroic women