!!! Pouah je me réveille là, j'ai zéro foi d'écrire en anglais pardi but voilà before iwtv brainrot I was into à deep Baldur's Gate brainrot 🏋️ yeah sooooo i have a lot of bg3 fanart in stock haha
That was part of commish for one DA fan. I was inspired by image of this mighty city from DA:2, towering on a great mountain, at the foot of which splaches Waking sea...
Okay, time to announce it properly: Horrible Girls is an artbook filled with 54 horror-themed pinups inspired by retro comics and ads! I had SO MUCH fun with this project, I hope you enjoy it at least half as much as I did haha
✨You can download a PDF of Horrible Girls on Itch.io!✨
Being a Devils girly is so funny, because once you look into it, the Hells are really just like:
Asmodeus: "Oh, hello. Who are you? You're staring at me--ah, wait, I know what this is. Let me explain: I always look like the most beautiful person anyone's ever seen. Everyone sees something different, I never know who I'm going to look like to people...You don't believe me, I understand. Everyone always thinks I'm lying, and I can never say anything to that. What can you say to someone who thinks you're lying to them? It's okay, I'm not offended...Your person, the one you see in my face, they must be very beautiful, though…I didn't thank you, earlier, for helping me. Noone's ever shown me such kindness before. Who would show mercy to such a dark and terrible creature as myself? You might be the most remarkable person I've ever met...I think we're going to do great things together."
Meanwhile, his asshole Archdevils:
Zariel: *Bursts through your front door.* "YOU, mortal, cowering in the corner. You have been drafted into THE BLOOD WAR. Report to your post IMMEDIATELY for further instruction. DO NOT RESIST. CONSCRIPTION IS MANDATORY AND TRAITORS WILL BE EXECUTED--"
Mammon: HELLO MORTALS. Mammon here, announcing the NEW RELEASE of my special edition MAMMON COIN today! Join this EXCLUSIVE community of INNOVATORS and ENTREPRENUERS, driving towards a NEW AND BRIGHT FUTURE of FINANCE. INVEST NOW at www.mammoncoin.com/ -- Have Fun!
Mephistopheles: "MORTALS. You are FAT, LAZY, UGLY, STUPID, and get NO BITCHES. Unlike me, who is the GREATEST AT EVERYTHING. Do you want to be SIGMA like ME? Do you want to stop being an UGLY, STUPID FUCKASS BETA MALE? You have to get your gains UP. You have to GO TO THE GYM. You have to break the WOKE LIBERAL mind control of these HOES and GO TO THE GYM and BE A MAN. For most of you, listening to this podcast is NOT ENOUGH. My 6-week-long HELLFIRE COURSE will teach YOU the SIGMA MALE GRINDSET, so that you can get RICH, FUCK BITCHES, and finally KILL your BOSS."
Bonus, for my bg3 girlies:
Raphael: Hello, mortals. Tis' I, Raphael. I see you're in a bit of bind, here, hmm? A bit of a mindflayer tadpole problem, I gather? Well, not to worry, because YOUR SAVIOR IS HERE. I, Raphael, the greatest and handsomest devil of all, can make all your worries disappear like that! All for the small, small price of one CROWN OF KARSUS, so that I may conqueror all the Hells under my boot. Ho ho, I see you're walking away. Playing catty with me, are you? Well, you don't seem to understand that I am the cat here, and you are the mouse in my claws. Meow. Yes, walk away now! You'll come crawling back to me later. I'll entertain myself watching you squirm, perhaps I might compose a few lyrics of poetry describing your misery. I myself am counted among the great poets, after all. Maybe I'll even grace you with their recitation once you come crawling back. Really, it would be an honor for such lowly mortal ears as yours, to witness but a fraction of my brilliance. And I am brilliant. Raphael the cambion, no one would expect one such as myself to rise to high places but I am a cut above the rest, the greatest devil of all, and once I acquire the Crown of Karsus all will know my glory. Songs will be sung of my brilliance, castles built in my honor, monuments raised--
The Enchanting Symbolism of Owls by Anton Seder (1896)
Anton Seder, a master of Art Nouveau, crafted Owls in 1896 as a mesmerizing fusion of nature, mysticism, and ornamental beauty. Known for his elaborate patterns and rich symbolism, Seder’s work embodies the era’s fascination with the natural world, blending it seamlessly with artistic fantasy.
In Owls, Seder presents these nocturnal creatures with an almost regal presence, perched amid swirling golden patterns and intricate botanical details. The stylized feathers, sharp gazes, and symmetrical composition reflect both the wisdom and mystery associated with owls throughout history. Art Nouveau’s emphasis on organic forms is evident in the fluid, decorative lines that frame the birds, lending the piece a sense of movement despite its stillness.
Owls have long been revered as symbols of knowledge, the unseen, and the supernatural. In many cultures, they represent wisdom, foresight, and a connection to the spiritual realm. Seder, working at the height of the Art Nouveau movement, likely sought to capture this esoteric essence while pushing the boundaries of ornamental design. His work, deeply rooted in decorative arts, was part of a larger movement that sought to infuse everyday objects with artistic splendor.
What makes Owls so captivating is its meticulous craftsmanship. Every feather, vine, and golden accent feels intentional, drawing the viewer into a world where nature and ornamentation coexist harmoniously. The color palette, dominated by warm tones, evokes an autumnal glow, enhancing the mystical aura surrounding the birds.
Seder’s legacy endures through pieces like Owls, which continue to captivate art lovers and historians alike. His ability to merge nature’s elegance with intricate design remains a testament to the Art Nouveau movement’s lasting impact.
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