The Name of The Wind had been on my radar to read for quite a while. Through reviews on Tor.com and word of mouth from Terry Brooks, I was itching to purchase a copy. The novel also won the Quill Award – so there was no disputing its credentials. I stopped by Books A Million this past weekend and finally indulged myself. And I have to say… (more…)
Category: reviews
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Laura Ellen Scott’s, “Death Wishing”
“Death Wishing” by Laura Ellen Scott is an off the wall tale reminiscent of a Coen Brother’s Film. The story focuses on the life of Victor Swaim. Victor is a divorced and disillusioned man living by the French Quarter of New Orleans. He works for his son Val, repairing capes and corsets in a vintage clothing store. His free time is spent lusting after a young woman named Pebbles, while he’s not drinking with his friend Martine. A French Canadian libertine.
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“The Embrace” By Alex Ruiz
Running across the work of Alex Ruiz was quite the discovery. “The Embrace” is an incredible piece of art. Given the time of year, I couldn’t help posting this Nightmare Before Christmas themed piece. It’s a gorgeous example of moldering decay and beauty. Jack Skellington and Sally have never looked creepier.
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“Scarred Native” By David Rapoza
Dave Rapoza is a freelance illustrator and concept artist based in Burlington, Vermont. He did not attend a formal art school. Instead, Mr. Rapoza mastered his craft through independent study, observing techniques used by various artists posted on art forums. After years of studying sketchbooks and taking freelance jobs, his improved talents allowed him to take on more prominent clients.
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“Fires of Heaven” By Dan Dos Santos
There are few artists with the raw talent of Dan Dos Santos. And that statement is far from hyperbole. One look at his work on “The Fires of Heaven” makes this abundantly clear. Dan’s work is all done with traditional oil paints and his subjects see to spring out from the canvas they’re painted on. Being a fan of “The Wheel of Time” – his depiction of Moiraine Damodred is exactly as I imagined her.
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Felix J. Palma’s “The Map of Time”
Felix J. Palma’s “The Map of Time” is written with spell bounding craft. His novel stars H.G. Wells and a colorful cast of characters linked together by Well’s novel, “The Time Machine”. Readers are immersed in Victorian London as interlocking plots play out and the possibility of time travel is examined.
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“The Dragon Mug” By Mary Coover
A few weekends ago I attended The Arts On Fire Festival at the Scranton Iron Furnaces. This year the festival featured blacksmithing, glassblowing, and chainsaw woodcarving. But what really impressed me were the wares the artists had for sale. High quality metallic figurines, wooden totems, and clay sculptures were available for art enthusiasts to purchase.
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‘Winged Megamouth” by Adam Vehige
Adam Vehige is a talented freelance artist hailing from Washington, Missouri. He studied at the Kansas City Art Institute. He uses a Wacom tablet and Photoshop applications to create many of his stunning pieces of art. (more…)
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“T-Rex vs Samurai” by RJ Palmer
RJ Palmer is a young, digital artist hailing from San Francisco, California. His primary tool of choice is Photoshop CS3. Mr. Palmer’s work includes game concepts, character designs and landscapes. (more…)
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“Gandalf The Grey” By Lucas Graciano
Lucas Graciano is a talented fantasy artist hailing from Southern California. He has a large list of famous clients including Sony Online Entertainment, Blizzard Entertainment, and Wizards of the Coast. Lucas enjoys traditional art styles utilizing oil paint. Many of his works are oil on masonite. He is particularly talented in employing gouache techniques to add exceptional shading and dimension to his work. (more…)