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Ivan Bilibin Dark Russian Folklore

Posted by Justin Meyers on

There was something dark, mythic and beautifully nostalgic about the world of folklore Ivan Bilibin created. Throughout his career he was inspired deeply by Slavic folklore and myths. He distinctly reflected the mountains, forests and lore of old Russia. Bilibin gained some renown in 1899, when he released his illustrations of Russian fairy tales which became widely popular.

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Frank Frazetta's Fantasy World

Posted by Gary Kane on

One of our favorite Fantasy Artists at Dark Art & Craft is master oil painter Frank Frazetta. Over his long career Frazetta produced detailed art for Conan the Barbarian, Tarzan, John Carter of Mars and countless others. Frazetta defined the Fantasy and Science-Fiction art genres and at the same time transcended the rather orthodox world of pulp book covers and comic art to make his own name. 

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Melancholic Charm and Other Dark Art Descriptors: An Interview with Painter Ego Shoreclay

Posted by Stephanie Crumley on

This month we are honored to be featuring the work of Seattle-based painter Ego Shoreclay online in our web store. We had the opportunity to ask him a few questions about his transition to working as a full time painter, the evolution of art galleries and his advice to other creatives looking to take their art to the next level. 

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Bloodlines: The Art & Life of Vincent Castiglia Trailer, Teaser and Review

Posted by Stephanie Crumley on

Bloodlines is an incredibly raw, penetrating look at the prolific Vincent Castiglia and his work with the unique medium of blood. We had the opportunity to sit down and take a look at the film last week thanks to Amazon Prime. (Yes, click the link and you too can be transported into the world of viewing pleasure either for rental or purchase of this film.)

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