Beyond Science Fiction: The Alternative Realism of Michael Whelan (Baby Tattoo Carnival of Astounding Art)
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.84 (773 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1614040184 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 120 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2014-11-27 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Michael Whelan not only rides the high crest of modern speculation in science fiction and fantasy, but his efforts also define the art of the future.
Escape to thought-provoking realms and explore awe-inspiring vistas with Michael Whelan’s “Beyond Science Fiction” art book.Throughout a credentialed career spanning nearly 5 decades, Michael Whelan has successfully straddled the historically at-odds worlds of fine art and commercial illustration. Other noteworthy awards include a Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators, a Vargas Award, a Grumbacher Gold Medal, and the Solstice Award from the Science Fiction Writers of America.. The readers of Locus Magazine (for SF insiders) have named him Best Professional Artist 30 times in their annual poll (including 2014) and the Spectrum Annual of the Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art named him a Grand Master in 2004. HIs work represents a logic-defying blend of pop-culture-defining imagery and impassioned personal expression that resonates with sophisticated art collectors as well as with top professionals in genre media. Michael Whelan’s significance as the architect of a unique genus of imaginative art that combines the detail-rich techniques of realist painting with the time-honored tradition of illustrating mankind’s dreams and aspirations, is at the forefront of defining and establishing “Alternative Realism” as a contemporary art movement.In honor of Michael&rsqu
. Michael Whelan is one of the world’s premier painters of imaginative realism. book publisher, the National Geographic Society, CBS Records, and the Franklin Mint. Whelan book covers dominated the science fiction and fantasy field throughout the 1980’s and 90’s. His clients have included every major U.S. For 40 years he has created book and album covers for authors and musicians like Isaac Asimov, Stephen King, Ray Bradbury, Brandon Sanderson, the Jacksons and