In this fourth annual collection, the editors of Spectrum 4 present works by the world's most electrifying creators of sci-fi, fantasy, horror, and surreal art, including winners of the Chelsey Awards. Some of the artists included are Rick Berry (DC Comics covers), James Christensen (The Voyage of the Bassett), and James Gurney (Dinotopia). 249 color illustrations plus b&amp;w photos.

Spectrum 4: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art (SPECTRUM (UNDERWOOD BOOKS))

Arts & Photography

Fenner, Cathy

Fenner, Arnie

History & Criticism

Underwood Books

For nearly 15 years, Spectrum has been known as the premiere annual showcase for fantasy artwork. Early editions are now collectorâ€™s items, priced out of the reach of most buyers, but fortunately, this reissue makes Spectrum 4 available again to fans new and old. In its pages are 250 dazzling full-color works by nearly 175 fantasy artists from around the world, including James Gurney, Rafael Olbinski, and the yearâ€™s Grand Master Award winners, Leo Dillon and Diane Dillon.

Spectrum 4: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art (DEL-Fantasy Art)

The Spectrum series, now in its sixth volume, has become the standard source for modern fantasy illustration. Ranging in subject matter from classic science fiction imagery to futuristic erotica, and drawing on an international group of painters and illustrators, Spectrum 6 is culled from work created for book covers, comic books, magazines, television shows, and art galleries by the superstars in the field. They include SF genre favorites Michael Whelan, Jim Burns, Don Maitz, James Gurney, and Donato Giancola; comic artists Charles Vess, Alex Ross, and Joseph Michael Lisner; mainstream artists Thom Ang, Kiunko Craft, Peter de Sove, and David Bowers; and fine artists Kent Williams, Greg Spalenka, Dave McKean, and Jeffrey Jones. With cover art by Hugo Award winner Jim Burns, the book includes an overview of the field by historian Arnie Fenner.

Spectrum 6: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art (SPECTRUM (UNDERWOOD BOOKS))

Graphic Design

Though his work is instantly recognizable to most Americans, his name may not be. Yet Robert McGinnis's paintings have for decades graced many an airport bookrack, and his movie posters (for You Only Live Twice, Thunderball, Barbarella, Breakfast at Tiffany's, and The Odd Couple) are classics of the genre. His illustrations have appeared in magazines as diverse as Playboy, Saturday Evening Post, and Guideposts. His works of fine art reside in major museums and collections around the world. In the introduction and notes, McGinnis provides insights into the creation of the 120 included works. "Nobody does [James] Bond better." - Times (London); "I wish I looked half as good as his painting of me!" - Raquel Welch.

Tapestry: The Paintings of Robert McGinnis

Painting

Spectrum 12: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art (Spectrum: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art (Hardcover))

The increasing popularity of fantasy and science fiction themes in art is celebrated in the annual Spectrum series. The premier venue for such art, each lavishly illustrated volume is an invaluable resource, eagerly awaited by art directors, illustrators, and readers alike. Drawn from books, comics, magazines, art galleries, advertisements, and portfolios, the collection represents a who’s who in fantasy today. With a wider reach than any previous edition, Spectrum 12 features 350 works by artists from Germany, England, the Netherlands, Korea, Australia, Japan, Canada, France, and the United States. Divided into seven categories, including one each devoted to comics and graphic novels, the illustrations expand the boundaries of the imagination and explore new realms of creativity. Among the artists included are Justin K. Sweet, Brad Holland, Greg Ruth, Lawrence Northey, Arthur Suydam, and H.R. Giger. A handy index provides contact information for each artist.

Spectrum 12: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art (Spectrum: The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art (Paperback))

The increasing popularity of fantasy and science fiction themes in art is celebrated in the annual Spectrum series. The premier venue for such art, each lavishly illustrated volume is an invaluable resource, eagerly awaited by art directors, illustrators, and readers alike. Drawn from books, comics, magazines, art galleries, advertisements, and portfolios, the collection represents a who’s who in fantasy today. With a wider reach than any previous edition, Spectrum 12 features 350 works by artists from Germany, England, the Netherlands, Korea, Australia, Japan, Canada, France, and the United States. Divided into seven categories, including one devoted to comics and another to graphic novels, the illustrations expand the boundaries of the imagination and explore new realms of creativity. Among the artists included are Justin K. Sweet, Brad Holland, Greg Ruth, Lawrence Northey, Arthur Suydam, and H. R. Giger. A handy index provides contact information for each artist.

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