Tales from the Dark Tower - review
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elionwyrThis may suck moose. I really can't tell.
Website for those interested: http://www.monolithgraphics.com
Knightwizard, you might like his work - it reminds me of some of yours - in technique, not subject matter.
Book Review:
Tales from the Dark Tower
Illustrated by Joseph Vargo
Edited by Joseph Vargo and Christine Filipak
Art tells a story.
In the case of Joseph Vargo’s paintings, the tales are tormented, haunting…and put to words in a series of short stories entitled Tales from the Dark Tower.
Friend and fan James Pipkin was the impetus for this gothic volume. Initially, Vargo needed some coaxing; his cast of characters had been whispering their histories to him for years. What would be the best way for others to capture those voices?
In the end, eight writers came together, working separately and in teams. They were guided by the paintings and story outlines provided by Vargo, who also saw to the continuity and overall tone of the project. The result is a seamless collection of works sure to satisfy the gothic heart.
For readers of Dark Realms magazines, many of the authors’ names will be familiar – in particular, Christine Filipak (Vargo’s partner at Monolith Graphics), Joseph Iorillo, and James Pipkin. Joining their ranks are fellow Ohio-based writers Eric Muss-Barnes, Jalone J. Haessig, Russell Novotny, and Robert Michaels.
Come be seduced by the vampiric Lord Brom and his cast of ghosts and memories.
Face terror and madness in the Dark Queen’s arms.
Embrace the sadness, the coldness and horror that haunts these cold halls.
Open the pages. Enter the Dark Tower.
Website for those interested: http://www.monolithgraphics.com
Knightwizard, you might like his work - it reminds me of some of yours - in technique, not subject matter.
Book Review:
Tales from the Dark Tower
Illustrated by Joseph Vargo
Edited by Joseph Vargo and Christine Filipak
Art tells a story.
In the case of Joseph Vargo’s paintings, the tales are tormented, haunting…and put to words in a series of short stories entitled Tales from the Dark Tower.
Friend and fan James Pipkin was the impetus for this gothic volume. Initially, Vargo needed some coaxing; his cast of characters had been whispering their histories to him for years. What would be the best way for others to capture those voices?
In the end, eight writers came together, working separately and in teams. They were guided by the paintings and story outlines provided by Vargo, who also saw to the continuity and overall tone of the project. The result is a seamless collection of works sure to satisfy the gothic heart.
For readers of Dark Realms magazines, many of the authors’ names will be familiar – in particular, Christine Filipak (Vargo’s partner at Monolith Graphics), Joseph Iorillo, and James Pipkin. Joining their ranks are fellow Ohio-based writers Eric Muss-Barnes, Jalone J. Haessig, Russell Novotny, and Robert Michaels.
Come be seduced by the vampiric Lord Brom and his cast of ghosts and memories.
Face terror and madness in the Dark Queen’s arms.
Embrace the sadness, the coldness and horror that haunts these cold halls.
Open the pages. Enter the Dark Tower.
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Date: 2002-02-01 07:45 pm (UTC)The only thing about his site I didn't care about...all of his pics, when you view them full size, are partially covered by a copyright notice. I realize he has to protect his interests, and while I agree with his efforts to do so, I think this goes a bit too far. If he really wants to protect his designs, I think he can register a copyright for his works with the U.S. copyright office.
Just my two cents :-)