S. Elizabeth’s “The Art of Fantasy: A Visual Sourcebook of All that is Unreal” features a quote from Lloyd Alexander in the introduction, “Fantasy is hardly an escape from reality. It’s a way of understanding it!” This quote serves as a mission statement as Elizabeth curates and explains the diverse and rich worlds of fantasy art.
If you’re a witchy gamer type, like myself, you’ll see many recognizable, iconic pieces. However, Elizabeth provides context and insights that make the images more than memes. More importantly, as you explore the three parts of the book, Beasts & Beings, Quest for Knowledge, and Worlds Apart, you’ll be introduced to new artists and varying art styles. You’re introduced to an assortment of magical creatures, humanoid hybrids, heroes and seekers, alternate worlds, and more!
This is the third art book from S. Elizabeth, the previous two being “The Art of the Occult” and “The Art of Darkness.” “The Art of Fantasy” continues the trend of quality. All of these books are well-written, filled with an eclectic mix of art and artists, and presented in a hardcover, full color format. My favorite thing about all of them is, they help me understand art.
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