Chills Have you ever followed your mind's eye to the darkest places in your imagination? Have you ever wanted to tap your deepest fears and spill them on the digital canvas? In the book, Digital Horror Art, Martin McKenna leads the journey into the macabre with chilling examples by some of the greatest artists in the horror genre today. More than that, this journey is one that you'll surely want to take again and again.  "Bloodbones" © Martin McKenna  Thrills More than just a haunted tour, it is a ghoulish reference for all who dare. With five thrilling chapters, each focusing on different aspects from creatures to haunting settings, there is a bit of something for everyone. Chapters include: 1) An Appointment With Fear This is an overview of the Horror genre, and discusses techniques used. 2) Someone or Some...Thing This section covers strong horror characters and portraits. 3) Children of the Night This section looks at creature design, and the use in games and movies. 4) Whatever Walks There Walks Alone This section deals with haunting architecture. 5) The Haunted Realm This section examines landscapes and eerie environments.  "Goblins!" © Oliver Hatton  Test of Wills In each chapter there are step-by-step tutorials provided by some of the artists. Here you will see the chilling creations come to life from original concepts to the finished image. You will see first-hand the creative process behind the stunning artwork. The images in the book were achieved through the use of many varied programs, such as: Photoshop, Painter, ZBrush, Poser, and more. However, no matter the program, you'll get the feel of how to achieve the macabre in your own work. Will you dare to follow your imagination to the darker side?  "Azathoth" © Uwe Jarling  Endnotes This 160 page, full-color book is a must for any true horror fan, whether interested in creating this type of art, or just fascinated by it. The information itself is indispensible, and the tutorials are well illustrated with screen captures and image progressions from start to finish.  Book cover © The llex Press Limited 2006  Get your copy today: All supporting images are
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