Russ Nicholson “Chasms of Malice”
Amazingly intricate fantasy illustration by Russ Nicholson, somewhat reminiscent of Art Nouveau and specifically Aubrey Beardsley but swap his mythological erotica for Russ’s orks, elfs and what have you… Anyway I’m not a huge fan of fantasy stuff these days, although I will admit to owning several of the 80’s Fighting Fantasy books (good toilet reading material) from which this illustration was taken.
Russ Nicholson Illustrated a number of Fighting Fantasy Books right through the series (82-95?) and he also produced work for other Dungeons and Dragons / RPG work from that era. I’ve always thought his work is excellent and certainly formed part of my early inspiration to learning to draw - not sure what Russ does now, if anyone knows more please let me know!
Still illustrating! I commisioned a painting from him a few years ago and he sent me links to a couple of pictures he had produced a year or so ago, for Games Workshop.
Comment by James Dickinson — September 30, 2008 @ 6:42 pm
Glad to hear it! I think his work is amazing, totally inspired me and I’m sure many other’s as a kid! - what did
you buy?
Comment by admin — September 30, 2008 @ 6:51 pm
thanks, I appreciate the comments. I’m rather ‘under-used’ these days but still working and teaching.
best,
Russ
Comment by russ — October 7, 2008 @ 3:46 pm