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Ancestral Warden

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Painting of a mystical forest at night with a glowing full moon. An Ancestral Warden, humanoid with antlers, greenish skin, and glowing eyes leans against a tree. Silhouetted trees and a misty luminescent stream enhance the eerie, enchanted atmosphere.

In the latest work by Rob Medley, “Ancestral Warden” encapsulates the eerie beauty of a night-time forest inhabited by a mysterious creature. This acrylic impressionist work showcases Rob’s ability to play with light and shadow, creating an atmosphere that is both enchanting and haunting.

Painting Analysis and Review

The painting invites viewers into a moonlit forest, where the full moon bathes the landscape in an ethereal glow. The light seeps through the barren branches, casting an otherworldly luminescence on the forest floor. The delicate interplay of light and dark creates a sense of depth and movement, drawing the eye towards the central figure—an enigmatic creature perched on a tree, blending seamlessly with its surroundings.

The creature, with its antlered head and skeletal body, is a testament to Medley’s fascination with the macabre and the mystical. The use of muted greens and browns contrasts beautifully with the vibrant blues and whites of the moonlight, enhancing the sense of otherworldliness. This balance of color not only highlights the creature’s eerie presence but also underscores the tranquil yet unsettling ambiance of the scene.

One of the most striking aspects of this painting is Rob’s masterful use of light to evoke emotion. The gentle glow of the moonlight, juxtaposed with the shadows, creates a sense of calm and serenity, while the presence of the creature introduces an element of suspense and intrigue. This duality keeps the viewer engaged, constantly exploring the nuances of the scene.

Echoes of an Eldritch Moon

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The product named "Echoes of an Eldritch Moon" is a surreal painting that depicts a giant red moon setting over a calm ocean, with several large, glowing turquoise tentacles emerging from the water. The sky is an otherworldly mix of dark purples and blues.

Today’s #artwork while vending at the Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire. It’s basically a #kraken or other #cthulhu / #tentacle monster in the #harvest #moon. Be kind, it was 90 degrees and hot, I didn’t have shade for a lot of the #painting day. Asking $250. Will have prints at some point in the future.

Reflections on death and Stuff

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It’s a doodle. I just wanted to play around. I’m not sure if it means anything. If I had to stretch and be artsy, how about “The magic that exists at the moment of death? Where all possibilities culminate in a grand new chapter of adventure? Or a simple meal for the bacteria in the ground?”

Art Attack 2021

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I’ve been eye deep in excel this week, so no art, so I decided to make a a video of 2021 art. digitalart #art #kunst #peinture #artwork #cryptoart #cryptoartist from 2021. Themes include #empowerment #fragility & #beauty of #life #nature #selfworth #struggle #acceptance #women #war #dnd #fantasy #scifiart the #psyche etc.

https://youtu.be/Ofq7NiB4Ja0

YouTube because somehow the video wouldn’t upload here. It will open in a separate tab.

The Shower

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There are rules if one wants to let their guard down in days since the z-virus sucker-punched civilization, then took all of its toys in a tidal wave of walking dead. One of the rules? Always check for Zombies in bathrooms, they will straight up murder you while you’re doing your business. Asá knew this, so although she got careless, she always kept her 9mm nearby.

A Fragrant Silence

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Poppies symbolize those who have fallen in war – particularly World War I, but the souls of the lost and forgotten use them to shout, “here I am” as we living tend to forget them within a generation. In honor of Memorial Day coming up, I’ve put together this scene reminiscent of a glade in the Teutoberg forest, where legions died for the glory of a couple generals and politicians – It’s a story as old as humanity itself, how the humble are the stepping stones for those seeking glory and infamy. May we take a few moment between grilling burgers and sunbathing to remember those who gave all.

The Still Version

A Vespertilian Thing

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She was no Mary Poppins. You felt it right away, there was something off about her, her elegance, how she smiled eerily at your vampire stuffed animal, ironically above you now – “Hold on,” your subconscious screams, “I’m not even old enough to know what irony is!” You begged them to hire anyone but her, but your mum and dad needed an overnight nanny, and they fell for that Sesame Street accent. “Oh, how cutely foreign,” your mom giggled, “privileged wankers!” Your subconscious meekly raises its hand, but you cut it off. “I know!,” you hiss curtly under your breath. Now, In the dark of it all, you’re paying the price. Plus side? Live forever. Negatives? They don’t make sunblock strong enough for what you’ll become. It’s enough to drive one batty!

The Doll

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When your doll points to something behind you, be very, very afraid. Inspired of course by horror movies en Español. I may take a break. I feel like I’m repeating myself with modern angst. As much as I’ve prodded the bounds of the supernatural I’ve never seen it’s presence, which is kind of a shame; I’d like to believe. Anywho, there’s not really a niche for this kind of art anyway, so maybe a break is in order.

Postpartum

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Can art still shock and offend? Can it still cause questions to be asked? Can it drive a conversation? In today’s digital artwork, which for some reason just finished a four-hour rendering (maybe the rig was offended), I explore the dark side of the Romanticism movement. I’ve drawn on David Caspar Friedrich, who IMHO is the nexus of the movement, as well as adding an element of taboo. Of course, the work is dark (sunset plus phones/mobile devices make it harder to see), so pay attention to your surroundings. The point? I read an article yesterday on depression that led me down a rabbit hole, wherein I ended up in the squishy field of Postpartum Depression. Of course, as a man, it’s something I don’t have to deal with, but wanted to do a PSA foe the ladies that if you’re in that pit, you’re not alone. Get it treated before it turns into postpartum psychosis, which happened in this artwork, as all life is precious. Resources abound. SAMHSA’s National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24/7, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders. 1-800-662-(HELP) 4357.

Breakfast at Pharaohs Revenge

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Yesterday I created a piece called “Breakfast at Pharaohs,” you may not remember it. In a nutshell, the Queen took power from the Pharaoh via assassination and posed a-la Audrey Hepburn in “Breakfast at Tiffany’s”. In today’s artwork, like a ghost-pepper omelette coming back to haunt later in the day, Pharaoh gets his revenge. Today’s teaching moment – don’t eat ghost-pepper omelettes and in a culture heavily based on making sure your actions in this world get you a good spot in the next (such as the ancient Egyptians), make sure that tomb is sealed tighter than a bank vault. Otherwise, you may be screaming for mummy.

Better on a bigger screen