Just the other night, I was talking with an old friend about Battlestar Galactica. As “old” as the TV series is, we just don’t get tired talking about it. I don’t think we ever will. In fact, let me ask you: How did you feel after watching the final episode? Did you also feel as [...]
The Ladies of Battlestar Galactica Get the Classical Painter Treatment
Posted on March 22, 2013 Written by Leave a Comment
Calling All Creative Portal Fans
Posted on March 15, 2013 Written by Leave a Comment
Who wouldn’t want a full size replica handheld Portal device to play with, stare at, or simply show off? I suppose there are people who exist who couldn’t care less about Portal, but I think I am not wrong in assuming that a good number of you will be interested in joining an art competition with [...]
This “Death Starry Night Print” – and More – Can Be Yours!
Posted on February 25, 2013 Written by 1 Comment
I think we’ve all seen and heard of the Van Gogh-Star Wars “collaboration”, resulting in one of the most recognisable print mashups in the geek world today: the Death Starry Night print. How would you like to have a Death Starry Night print, signed and all by the artist known by the name The Belligerent Monkey? [...]
When Superheroes Go Noir
Posted on February 18, 2013 Written by Leave a Comment
Some people just like it dark, and if you’re that type, you’ll appreciate the work of Marko Manev, a mixed media artist, comic artist, writer, freelance graphic designer, and illustrator all rolled into one. He has drawn up a bunch of superhero posters, but they are not your usual colorful, eye-popping artwork. Marko calls his [...]
If the Elements in the Periodic Table Were Human…
Posted on February 12, 2013 Written by Leave a Comment
It’s been a while since we saw something Periodic Table-related, hasn’t it? Thanks to The Mary Sue, I have a treat for those of you who can’t get enough of the Periodic Table. (Yes, we know you have the Periodic Table shower curtain in the bathroom.) Kaycie D. is an artist who, during her years [...]
These Are the American Presidents Kicking Butt
Posted on February 6, 2013 Written by Leave a Comment
Last week, we saw the horrific side of American presidents in Presidential Monsters. This week, it’s the crusading, avenging, and perhaps whimsical side of some of the most powerful leaders in the world that we see. In today’s relaxed manner of speaking, what might very well be the coolest thing you’ll see this week is artwork [...]
Ben Heine’s Pencil Art Replaces Reality
Posted on November 27, 2012 Written by Leave a Comment
Well, not exactly, but Ben Heine’s pencil art is a sight for sore eyes. The Ivory Coast-born Belgian artist has a formidable talent. Given a pencil, he draws sketches that he superimposes on other scenes. He actually calls this branch of his work “Pencil Vs. Camera” and is a wonderful blend of drawing and photography. [...]
Hua Tunan’s Splatter Art Is the Best You’ll See This Week
Posted on November 23, 2012 Written by Leave a Comment
Have you ever tried creating works of art by melting crayon and quickly blowing so that the melted material will splatter all over a white sheet of paper? The idea is to create something beautiful, albeit maybe totally indecipherable. I hope that there’s at least one who can relate, so I don’t feel too weird. [...]
Tolkien Week and Previously Undiscovered Lord of the Rings Illustrations
Posted on September 20, 2012 Written by Leave a Comment
It’s Tolkien Week this week, and it’s Hobbit Day on Saturday, September 22. Isn’t it but fitting to hear about previously undiscovered illustrations for the Lord of the Rings? Fans of Tolkien and his work can thank Dr. Paul Tankard, a senior lecturer and researcher at the University of Otago English Department for dusting the [...]
The Most Breathtaking Game of Thrones Art You’ll See This Week
Posted on August 17, 2012 Written by 2 Comments
That is not an exaggeration. I’m actually willing to bet my week’s pay check that your jaw will drop (or something like that) once you see what Fay Helfer has done with some Game of Thrones characters. The first time I laid my eyes on her work, all I could think of was “Oh my [...]