This original collection of Julie Bell's paintings depicts the power of the human form as well as characters from Marvel Comics. Her work combines strength with sensuality and the shimmering colours and fantastic detail bring great battles and imaginary creatures to life.
A collection of artworks by the fantasy artists Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell. It includes some pictures taken from earlier in their careers. Strong men, sensual women and an array of monsters and beasts are all portrayed with vivid colour and bold eroticism.
Julie Bell's fantasy art is world-renowned, and this collection represents 28 or her most imaginative, sensual and fantastical images. The pages abound with images of superhuman characters, including her "Space Cowgirl" and "Robo Vampire," as well as heroes and heroines from Marvel Comics. In this portfolio Julie's amazing ability to paint realistic live, glistening metal is vividly displayed—the term "metal flesh" was coined specifically to describe the authentic appearance of the metallic-looking creatures she paints.Julie Bell is one of the best-known heroic fantasy art illustrators today. Her paintings have been acclaimed throughout the world of fantasy art, and include her best-selling illustrations of the X-Men for Marvel Comics. Her other books include Soft as Steel, Hard Curves, and Titans.
From initial concept through to finishing touches, for the first time, Boris and Julie give an in-depth description of how they paint their masterpieces, taking the reader through every stage of the creative process. As well as teaching the main techniques, the premiere fantasy-art team shows the reader how to use a wide variety of media to create a whole range of different types of painting, and explain how they create the effects for which they are so renowned, such as Julie's legendary "metal flesh," with its mix of fluidity and hardness contrasting with the sensual softness of the skin. Illustrated throughout in full color, the Practical Guide to Fantasy Art includes step-by-step photographs that Boris and Julie have taken as they've worked as well as a selection of their finished art appealing to art students and fantasy-art admirers alike.
This updated guide offers practitioners essential tools and expert advice for drafting wills in various common scenarios. Its clear and concise format makes it accessible, ensuring that users can easily navigate the complexities of will preparation.
Applying sport psychology principles to the business world, Dr. Julie emphasizes the connection between thoughts, actions, and results. The book illustrates how aligning one's mindset with desired outcomes can enhance performance. It further explores the Biblical foundation of these principles, advocating for a holistic approach that integrates faith with professional excellence. By choosing thoughts that reflect a commitment to giving one's best to God, readers are encouraged to achieve greater success in their work.
This stunning book is packed with outstanding examples of the recent work of Boris Vallejo and Julie Bell, two of the biggest names in the world of fantasy art. Featuring muscle-bound heroes, fierce dragons and dazzlingly beautiful women in fantastical, otherworldly landscapes, their work is unrivalled in its field.