Thursday, April 17, 2008

Jack and the Beanstalk

I'm a big fan of old fairy tales; that's why I couldn't pass up on the chance of illustrating Jack and the Beanstalk when I saw it was this week's topic at Art Jumble.


I wanted to give my giant a more aristocratic look than what you usually see. The guy's got a magic hen, a talking harp to do his bidding, and a magnificent castle to call home -- he just didn't give me the impression of an unsophisticated oaf. And I must admit I had a lot of fun drawing a big ogre with a monocle!

10 comments:

Alfred said...

It´s the first time I´ve visited your blog and it´s wonderful...you´ve got some of the greatest works I´ve seen lately. Congratulations...and I´ll be back, of course!

Lemon said...

love the color especially on the first one.

Elliott said...

these are amazing, great drawings and use of color.

Greg said...

Wow! This is going in my reference folder. Right-click > Save. Awesome man. Can't wait to see what you come up with for Cake Vol. 2.

David Jackson said...

Niko! amazing coloring, amazing.

hyde&seek said...

What great work you do! When I saw that you even mention the little prince in your personal description, I felt like I robbed you! Sorry...but thank you so much for your comment. Your work is amazing...and I know I'll be visiting your blog often!

mai-e said...

wow!! I love your art!! I'll add you to my link's list!!^^

Maxetormer said...

the angles and action are spot on, great work!

Charecua said...

Your blog is a wonderful collection of dreams. I just want to let you know that I followed your works from deviantart. I wish I had half of your color skills and patience!

TECA said...

Your art is, indeed, beautiful!
This is the first time I'm visiting your blog and I loved it.