Beth Trott
The world of fantasy art is filled with regal, detached beings of light and air, that float serenely above the world and all of its concerns. Beth Trott’s characters, on the other hand, are much more down to Earth. They are the kind of folks that actually get their hands dirty, and make things happen.
Her expressive works show strong, dynamic warriors and adventurers acting decisively, …read more
Posted on Wednesday, June 6th, 2007 by Jeff
Steve Argyle
We occasionally find a talented but troubled soul that truly seems lost; oddly out of place in the modern world. Steve Argyle’s uncanny ability — and perhaps his unrelenting need — to recreate the glory of feudal Japan suggests that he may be one of the culturally, and temporally displaced.
Many of Mr. Argyle’s artistic endeavors are seen in the Legend of the Five Rings card game, but …read more
Posted on Monday, May 14th, 2007 by Jeff
Jeff Axer
Dragons have endured for centuries as symbols of powerful magic; a primal source of otherworldly energies. Over the years, the Wyrm’s aspect has evolved as various cultures came to terms with this most mythical of creatures. The dragon’s modern metamorphosis — as a denizen of Furry fandom — is perhaps the most visually appealing to date.
Jeff Axer’s anthropomorphic dragon …read more
Posted on Monday, March 26th, 2007 by Jeff
Natascha Roeoesli
Portraiture is as old as painting itself, and has typically been a simple idealized “photo” of a subject, devoid of nuance or subtext. Natascha Roeoesli’s somber fantasy portraits — as the best often do — seem detached and timeless, yet manage to capture the swirling subtleties of mood and emotion at play within her subjects.
Ms. Roeoesli favors dark, moody …read more
Posted on Wednesday, March 7th, 2007 by Jeff
