Prompt: Illustration in the style of Rodney Matthews
British Illustrator and Conceptual Fantasy Designer
Illustration in the style of Rodney Matthews
Rodney Matthews is a British illustrator and conceptual designer who specializes in fantasy and science-fiction art. He trained at the West of England College of Art before becoming a freelance illustrator in 1970.
Matthews Career in Illustration
Matthews has created over 140 album covers for rock and progressive rock bands, as well as international calendars, jigsaw puzzles, postcards, notecards, snowboards, and T-shirts. He has exhibited his original works throughout the UK and Europe.
Rodney has illustrated numerous books, including those by English author Michael Moorcock. Matthews' collaboration with Moorcock in the 1970s resulted in a series of 12 posters and a 1978 calendar titled "Wizardry and Wild Romance".
Creating an Illustration in the style of Rodney Matthews
Illustration in the style of Rodney Matthews is characterized by immense creepy fantasy scenes with pale understated backgrounds that punctuate a sparing use of contrasting colors.
Legacy
Rodney Matthews' work is highly sought-after by art collectors and sci-fi fans. His work is prized on several continents with his art having been collected by English comedian John Cleese.