Julie Dillon Art

Hey everyone!  I found this amazing artist online who specializes in fantasy illustration using digital painting techniques.  She is...AMAZING.  I wanted to share this link with you so that you could enjoy her work as well.  I would love to get to this point with my digital painting, but I have the feeling that she has been at this for awhile.  Truly talented.

Julie Dillon Art

Inspired by Bill Steidel

When I was 17 we took a family vacation to Cannon Beach, OR, and I met an artist named Bill Steidel.  Mr. Steidel owns a shop on the main strip where he displays his work.  He also sits in his shop and creates more on occasion.  I must have stood there for about an hour and watched him work.  I got the chance to chat with him a little, and it was impactful.  I went back to school that fall inspired by what I had seen, and all I knew was that I wanted to learn to draw that well.  Here is an example of his work.

 

Steidel's Art Website

I worked on this piece today as my first piece in my collection inspired by Mr. Steidel.  I have a long way to go, but with practice I believe I will improve.  Right now I am trying to figure out how he is able to apply the color in such a vibrant way, and this was good practice.  The colors he uses are much more saturated.

I believe that as I continue to practice and study his work that I will be able to pick up some very helpful tips. Check out his site at the link above and prepare to be impressed by this talented artist.  Thanks, Mr. Steidel!!