┼ NIGHTSHADE ART ┼

Still Life

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Wed, 31 Jul 2013 17:20:00 +0000

I've been practicing with charcoal lately, and I think this still life drawing turned out well.

In other news, some of my original artworks are now available for sale in my Etsy shop!

Palace of Worms / Mastery Split Artwork Revealed

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 07:04:00 +0000

The new split tape featuring Palace of Worms and Mastery has been released! So, I am quite excited to reveal the final artwork for this.

This piece was done with watercolor and graphite on paper, and digitally assembled with hand-drawn lettering. I found inspiration in the feelings evoked by the music itself, the obscure monsters buried deep within one's imagination, and a myriad of old horror stories.

Here is an image of the tape layout featuring the artwork in its entirety:

The blackness spills over the right edge to fill the other side, as well. I will share more photos once I get my hands on the physical copy.

This release is now available for pre-order from Flenser Records, and you can hear two tracks streaming on Cvlt Nation now! You won't want to miss out on this one, I assure you.

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 06:51:00 +0000

Happy Halloween!

St. Euronymous Prayer Candles Have Returned!

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Wed, 11 Jul 2012 04:25:00 +0000

After receiving many requests, I have decided to make more of the St. Euronymous Prayer Candles! They are designed, printed, and assembled by myself. These candles are available for $10 USD each; shipping will vary by destination. Click the link below to order through my Etsy shop.

*No harm is intended by this tribute artwork. Remember, please worship responsibly!

Dark Spell

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 07:10:00 +0000

Watercolor, graphite, and color pencil on paper.

This piece is more overtly art nouveau-inspired. Also, I have been incorporating some different techniques lately, and focusing in on dimension and detail. Being mostly self-taught, every piece is a learning experience. I hope to never stop improving!

Upcoming Album Artwork Preview

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 07:51:00 +0000

Here's a little sneak preview of the artwork in progress for a split album featuring two local bands I am honored to have the opportunity to work with. The album and the art design will be finished soon!

Crestfallen Still Logo

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 01:16:00 +0000

New logo for the dark folk band, Crestfallen Still. The design has a natural and even supernatural theme, incorporating Atropa belladonna foliage and will-'o-the-wisps, among other things.

Bestial Aggressor Cover Art

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 10:11:00 +0000

I recently finished the artwork for the thrash metal band Skullfire's demo, "Bestial Aggressor." This band has a member from The Return, a band I have also worked with in the past. Their demo is due to be released at the end of this month!

Somnia Rosa Logo

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 01:28:00 +0000

New logo for the symphonic darkwave project, Somnia Rosa. The concept for the design is a "demonic/seraphic sun of the apocalypse."

Happy Halloween

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Mon, 31 Oct 2011 13:31:00 +0000

The Erlking.

Ink and digital.

St. Euronymous Prayer Candles

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Sun, 16 Oct 2011 09:28:00 +0000

The Saint Euronymous prayer candles are now available!

These hand-crafted candles are $10 each and are ~~currently available in a limited run of 6.~~ now SOLD OUT!

However, if I happen to receive enough requests, I might consider making more of these. Thank you very much to everyone who bought one; your support is very much appreciated!

"Heic Noenum Pax — Here is No Peace..."

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 08:05:00 +0000

An offering will be available for your unholy altars... very soon.

Watch this space for updates.

Previous Logo Designs

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 07:03:00 +0000

Logo for the thrash band, The Return. This was one of my earliest commissions, and I am grateful for their support from the beginning.

Logo for the now defunct project of Mayuka.

Logo for the upcoming depressive black metal project, Forgotten Suicide.

Logo for black metal band Woldwarden. I was quite pleased to be able to design for a great band near my original hometown.

Logo for the unique, atmospheric band, Airs.

Logo for San Francisco Bay Area band, Imperial Omen.

New Nocturnal Creature

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Sun, 29 May 2011 07:17:00 +0000

I have long held a fascination with moths. So, I was pleased to have the opportunity to feature an image based on the luna moth in one of my recent assignments. Shown here is a slightly modified version of the original design.

"From the Dark Past..."

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Sat, 09 Apr 2011 04:07:00 +0000

School has been keeping me quite busy, but I am learning very much! To compensate for the lack of new posts, I'd like to share some of my favorite illustrations which are a little bit older.

2010, watercolor and graphite on paper.

2010, graphite

2010, scratchboard

2010, graphite, ink, watercolor, digital

Works From This Past Winter and Autumn

noreply@blogger.com (Nightshade) — Sat, 22 Jan 2011 08:54:00 +0000

My most recent work is the logo I made for the death metal music project Pus Filled Ejaculation.

This style of extreme metal logo often involves a great deal of freehand drawing. I feel that this lends a very organic quality which can be difficult to create digitally.

One of my favorite design projects from the Fall school semester was this one: a composition using unique directional arrows all pointing to the same point in the negative space, based on the theme of the crucifixion:

Also worth noting is the art piece I did for Burzum.org's contest that recently ended.

It depicts the death of Belus (Baldr), and was created using watercolor, color pencil, and some digital effects.