Richard Hescox
While living in Southern California, he frequently illustrated for the motion-picture industry. He created production illustrations for The Howling and The Philadelphia Experiment. His surrealistic paintings were featured as props in the 1985 film House. He has contributed artwork to the ad campaigns of many films including E.T., The Dark Crystal, and The Fly, and painted the finished poster art for the films Swamp Thing and Death Valley. He also created the VHS box art for the first release of Texas Chainsaw Massacre.
Richard has worked for several game companies, creating artwork for interactive computer games. At Dynamix Richard was Conceptual Art Director on the game Rama (working with authors Arthur C. Clarke and Gentry Lee). He also served as Art Director on Gabriel Knight 3. Richard has contributed conceptual designs to a wide variety of games, including Quest for Glory V, CyberStorm 2, Tribes, SOCOM 3, and MechWarrior.
He was personally selected by author George R. R. Martin to provide over 70 illustrations for the Subterranean Press Limited Edition of A Clash of Kings, published in 2014.
His personal paintings and private commissions, featuring mythological women in mysterious and lyrical settings, have been featured in many volumes of Spectrum: The Best In Contemporary Fantastic Art and Infected by Art.
Richard’s artwork and prints can be viewed and purchased on his website:
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Table signing with Richard Hescox
Table signing with Richard Hescox
Forgotten Masterpieces of Fantasy Art
While the history of fantasy art is filled with household names, many brilliant creators have slipped through the cracks of time. In this curated slide show, Richard Hescox showcasessome forgotten masterpieces of the genre. Discover the stunning imagery and technical prowess of obscure artists who shaped the foundations of fantasy art, but whose contributions have been overlooked. Richard brings these hidden gems back into the light, exploring why these artists deserve a permanent place in the fantasy pantheon.
Table signing with Richard Hescox
Opening Ceremonies
Cast off the lines and set sail for an unforgettable weekend! Join us for the official kickoff of Soonercon 34: Through Salt and Storm. Meet our Guests of Honor, get a first look at the weekend’s featured events, and hear the latest updates from the bridge. We’ll unveil the charity auction details, share essential survival tips for the con floor, and officially christen our voyage. Whether you’re a first-time attendee or a seasoned veteran of the Soonercon seas, this is the best way to get your bearings before the adventure begins!
Table signing with Richard Hescox
Table signing with Richard Hescox
Table signing with Richard Hescox
The Magic of Brush and Pixel: Fantasy Artists Reveal Their Techniques
Learn from fantasy and scifi artists about the pathways from initial spark to final artwork, comparing traditional oil painting techniques to state-of-the-art digital tools. Panelsits will explore the importance of world-building through art, how to effectively translate narrative into striking visuals, and the crucial element of composition and storytelling within a single image."
Table signing with Richard Hescox
Table signing with Richard Hescox
Table signing with Richard Hescox
Table signing with Richard Hescox
Table signing with Richard Hescox
The Art of Richard Hescox: A Career Retrospective
Join award-winning artist Richard Hescox for a visual journey through his prolific career in fantasy and science-fiction art. From his iconic book covers to cinematic concept work, Richard provides a overview of his creative process, the stories behind his most famous pieces, and the evolution of his style over the decades. This slide-show presentation offers a rare "behind-the-canvas" look at the life of a modern master.