Compilation of breathtaking covers and fantasy illustration by the best-selling painter, and artist of the spectacular. Each collection sparkles with pieces seen on book covers from around the world. Fantasy, science fiction, eroticism - Royo has devised a special personal mix of media that makes his work so uncannily real and engaging. Full colour throughout.
A waste of great pieces of work in such a small size.
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
SPECIFICS: Page Count: 80 Number of images: 114 Small images: 77 Half page images: 10 Full page images: 23 2-page spreads: 4 BW images: 7 TEXT: 3 page introduction 2 page foreword Small paragraphs about the chapter's topic throughout the book Title and year of each painting ART: 12 images: 5 stars 46 images: 4 stars 41 images: 3 stars 12 images: 2 stars 3 images: 1 star Overall: 3,5 stars
Women on front page
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Compared to his other books the scenery is not as important than the women (and men) he painted. Yeah, they are beautiful as usual, often in violent positions. The highlights are on them, in great detail (also as usual). It's as simple - and great - as that.
Erotic beyond comparison...
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
Royo's work no longer needs any justification except itself. Whether or not you're a fan of the (mostly) second-rate science-fiction Royo lands the commissions for, there is no denying the power and the scope of these illustrations. In reading Royo's liner notes, you get the distinct impression he no longer cares whether or not you find hidden meaning or anything transcendental in his artistry... you're simply presented with a stark "Hey, you like my work or not?" After a journey through this collection, there's no way you could answer with anything other than "Yes!"
Luis Royo's Art is compellingly thrilling!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 26 years ago
Luis Royo's Art is compellingly thrilling and candy to the minds eye. His fantastic images of the beyond never fails to leave me in awe! There is no other who can grace a page in this obvious attempt to capture the worlds attention! Benjamine Knight
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