John Howe's Ultimate Fantasy Art Academy - John Howe

John Howe's Ultimate Fantasy Art Academy by John Howe explores the creative process and inspirations behind his fantasy artwork. Presented as a comprehensive practical art book, it guides readers through his approaches and techniques for drawing and painting the fantasy realm.

Key details

• Paperback format
• 224 pages
• Published by David & Charles
• Publication date: 9 November 2021
• ISBN: 9781446308929
• Colour illustrations

Synopsis

Drawing on his experience as a conceptual designer on The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit movie trilogies, John Howe sets out a step-by-step programme of more than 150 demonstrations, from quick sketches to finished paintings. Alongside technique, he shares the thinking and stories behind each piece, offering a clear view of his working method.

The book moves from character-focused studies such as archetypes, figures in action, armour, faces and hands, through to fantasy creatures and their defining features, with case studies woven throughout. It also considers landscapes, architecture, and the balance of light and dark atmospheres, before closing with guidance on presenting work across formats including film, book covers and advertising. A foreword by Terry Gilliam and an afterword by Alan Lee frame the material for artists and fans of Howe’s work.

Rackhams Reference : 4T7T1E5J91