Talexi - the Concept Art of Alessandro Taini


Book Description

Italian artist Alessandro "Talexi" Taini is responsible for designing some of the most memorable and imaginative video-game characters and environments of the last 15 years. While at the acclaimed UK-based game developer Ninja Theory, he was instrumental in creating the overall look and feel of the fantasy adventure games Heavenly Sword, Enslaved: Odyssey to the West, Dmc: Devil May Cry, and Hellblade, which together sold millions of copies worldwide. This is the first book to feature his magnificent concept art, which is sure to thrill gamers and appeal to fans of fine art as well, with incredibly lifelike paintings that pay homage to master painters Caravaggio and Rembrandt, with additional inspiration drawn from the mythological work of Bouguereau and Frazetta.




The Art of Destiny, Volume 2


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The Art of Destiny 2 is the definitive collection for the game’s stunning art and design. The Art of Destiny 2 is a celebration of the dynamic art and visual style that fans have come to love about Destiny. Featuring hundreds of pieces of concept art, the book covers everything from early sketches and illustrations of characters to paintings of sweeping vistas the designers used to help shape the in-game worlds. Each step of the process is meticulously detailed, from building in-game cinematics to crafting the complex universe. With exclusive, never-before-seen imagery, developer commentary, and more, The Art of Destiny 2 is a must-have for Guardians everywhere.




DmC Devil May Cry Visual Art


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DmC Devil May Cry depicts a duplicitous world where nothing is everas it seems and the line between good and evil is constantly blurred. Spurredinto action by the promises of a trusted relation, Dante bursts into this newworld intent on revenge at any cost. DmC Devil May Cry Visual Art collects all the concept art behind thismodern reimagining of the Devil May Cry universe and its characters.Included are key visuals, character and location designs, unused concepts, andcreator commentary.




A Sherpa Named Zoi


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How am I ever going to get through this? How can I move on when I feel stuck?How could I possibly thrive when the person I miss the most isn't here anymore? This personal and revealing book will show you how to answer these questions, and more, to empower you to find the beauty in life as you build your resilience in the face of your loss. When death takes our loved one's life, we step onto one of three paths:The first - we stumble through our grief and with time and just enough support, we survive. The second - we remain stuck in the chasm of grief, having a very difficult time believing that we will ever feel better, smile, or be happy again. For some, the grief can last the rest of their life.Despite having access to counselors, support groups, friends and family, we tend to manage gravity of the grief alone and often see no path forward. We don't know how leverage our own strengths to find a pathway back to better days and to the weightlessness of resilience. But why do we have to just survive and let death take our life too? Why not thrive and find out our true purpose for living our lives? The third - we walk the path of empowerment that guides us through our grief, where we live a life of gratitude for what is, and thrive intentionally with resilience. "A Sherpa Named Zoi" empowers you to thrive, to raise your frequency to thrive and see the beauty in life again. This book guides you on:* How to answer the questions we all ask after the death of a loved one - one at a time.* How to frame your mindset to stop negative self-narratives and make way for forgiveness and gratitude.* How to function with purpose on a level that is equal to or better than before your loss.* How to form the core values that bring energy and direction to your life.* How to surpass existing in survival mode and live with purpose and intent. Follow the advice in this book and the weightlessness of resilience will be revealed. You will begin to thrive with intention in the honor of the person that you miss the most. What's stopping you from unlocking the resilience you have inside of you already today?Scroll to the top and click the "buy now" button




The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook


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"In The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook Alan Lee reveals in pictures and in words how he created the watercolor paintings for the special centenary edition of The Lord of the Rings. These images would prove so powerful and evocative that they would eventually define the look of Peter Jackson's movie trilogy and earn him a coveted Academy Award." "The book is filled with more than 150 of his sketches and early conceptual pieces showing how the project progressed from idea to finished art. It also contains a selection of full-page paintings reproduced in full color, together with numerous examples of previously unseen conceptual art produced for the films and many new works drawn specially for this book." "The Lord of the Rings Sketchbook provides an insight into the imagination of the man who painted Tolkien's vision, first on the page and then in three dimensions on the movie screen. It will also be of interest to many of the thousands of people who have bought the illustrated Lord of the Rings as well as to budding artists who want to unlock the secrets of book illustration."--BOOK JACKET.




Gold and Sword


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Gold & Sword is a selection of the most recent works of digital artist Cris Ortega. More than forty artworks with genres like fantasy, science fiction, steampunk and gothic are compiled within this book. Includes some of the most prominent artworks from the now sold out artbook 'Nocturna'. No texts except for a brief introduction in english and spanish. **************************** Gold & Sword es una selección de los trabajos más recientes de la artista digital Cris Ortega. Más de cuarenta ilustraciones se reunen en estas páginas, abordando géneros como la fantasía, la ciencia ficción, el steampunk y el gótico. Incluye una pequeña selección de las imágenes más destacadas del libro 'Nocturna', ya agotado. No contiene textos excepto por una breve introducción en español e inglés.




Black Widow: Forever Red


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This novel features all the thrilling adventure readers will expect from the Marvel brand, backed up by the young-adult cred of #1 New York Times bestselling author Margaret Stohl. Uncover a new side of the Marvel Universe, accessible to old fans and new readers alike, as Stohl weaves an unforgettable story through the world of the Black Widow.




Flamecaster


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Set in the world of the New York Times bestselling Seven Realms series, a generation later, this is a breathtaking story of dark magic, chilling threats, and two unforgettable characters walking a knife-sharp line between life and death. This dazzling beginning to a new series is indispensable for fans of Cinda Williams Chima and a perfect starting point for readers who are new to her work. Adrian sul’Han, known as Ash, is a trained healer with a powerful gift of magic—and a thirst for revenge. Ash is forced into hiding after a series of murders throws the queendom into chaos. Now he’s closer than ever to killing the man responsible, the cruel king of Arden. With time running out, Ash faces an excruciating choice: Can he use his powers not to save a life but to take it? Abandoned at birth, Jenna Bandelow was told that the magemark on the back of her neck would make her a target. But when the King’s Guard launches a relentless search for a girl with a mark like hers, Jenna assumes that it has more to do with her role as a saboteur than any birth-based curse. Though Jenna doesn’t know why she’s being hunted, she knows that she can’t get caught. Eventually, Ash’s and Jenna’s paths will collide in Arden. Thrown together by chance and joined by their hatred of the ruthless king, they will come to rescue each other in ways they cannot yet imagine.




Exodyssey


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An art book based on an original story created by a collective group of 6 artists (Sebastien Larroude, Rainart; Nicolas Ferrand, Viag; Thierry Doizon, Barontieri; Joel Dos Reis Viegas, Feerik; David Levy, Vyle; Patrick Desgreniers) known as Steambot Studios. Commentaries by the artists accompany the visuals created in the book.




Drew Struzan


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Drew Struzan is the best-kept secret in Hollywood. Over the last thirty years, he's created many of Hollywood's most memorable posters. His art touched generations of filmgoers with unforgettable images for The Star Wars Trilogy, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom, The Phantom Menace, Bladerunner, First Blood, The Thing, Back to the Future I - III, Harry Potter and the Sorcerers Stone, and hundreds more. Finally, these posters, in addition to paintings from Drew's private collection, several limited edition works, book and album covers and more have been collected into one stunning full color volume, Drew Struzan: Oeuvre. Authors Jessie and Amy Horsting examine the unique forces shaping Struzan's career, his rise as an illustrator, and the perseverance required to succeed and thrive in a notoriously fickle industry. Featuring a foreword by George Lucas, the book also focuses on the history of some ground-breaking posters, relates a few celebrity encounters, and offers commentary from Harrison Ford, Frank Darabont, Alice Cooper, Robert Zemekis, Jim Henson, and many others who have had close encounters with this giant talent.