I toyed with getting these sketchbooks... I prefer Alan Lee's sketches to his paintings but I'm with you, Ted Nasmith is my favourite. His paintings for The Silmarillion are just beautiful - the colours pop and his images are very jewel like.
John Howe has one out, Alan Lee now has two.....if more sketchbooks are released, here's what could be neat: - The Silmarillion Sketchbook by Ted Nasmith (at the very least, feature his original pieces from the 1998 Silmarillion in full colour) - The Great Tales of Middle-earth Sketchbook by Alan Lee. Would collect all the artwork (incl. calendars, etc.) from The Children of Hurin, Beren and Luthien and The Fall of Gondolin. Between those three books, with pencil sketches and ful-colour illustrations, it could be possible to have content for a book.
Alan Lee introduced me to the world of illustration and he is one of my art heroes. I was too young back then to understand lotr, but could stare at his paintings for long minutes. I regret not knowing there was a deluxe sketchbook edition 😢. These two books are my go to if I need to enter in a dreamy, fantasy mood. I'm happy Alan Lee was at the right place in the right moment when he was asked to illustrate the lotr edition for the first time. As much as I appreciate the art of John Howe and other superb illustrators, I feel like Alan Lee is the only one who fully understands the subtle mood of these books. You can clearly see a difference between American epicness and English poetry.
Totally agree. I see a lot of love for Nasmith's illustrations lately (and don't get me wrong, he's obviously an incredible talent), but I'm just really averse to the vibrant, saturated colors, and the almost photorealistic look; it's antithetical to how I imagine Tolkien's world. Lee's sketchy quality and muted colors create this ethereal effect as if the images came straight from my imagination or from the memory of something that occurred in an age beyond reckoning; and that to me is the beauty of Tolkien's universe. Some of Howe's illustrations are right up there for me; specifically this illustration "Descent to Rivendell" which was included in the Maps of Tolkien's Middle Earth box set.
Silly question, but you didn't have a Twitter account around 8 years ago along the name of Middle-Earth Role-playing? It probably isn't you but the thought did cross my mind since you don't sound like a southerner and this guy was from up north!
Thank you for this! I was wondering if there was anything different in the deluxe version. I'm a bit tight on money so rather pay less, if the work is the same! 🤗❤️
I toyed with getting these sketchbooks... I prefer Alan Lee's sketches to his paintings but I'm with you, Ted Nasmith is my favourite. His paintings for The Silmarillion are just beautiful - the colours pop and his images are very jewel like.
I prefer his sketches too.
John Howe has one out, Alan Lee now has two.....if more sketchbooks are released, here's what could be neat:
- The Silmarillion Sketchbook by Ted Nasmith (at the very least, feature his original pieces from the 1998 Silmarillion in full colour)
- The Great Tales of Middle-earth Sketchbook by Alan Lee. Would collect all the artwork (incl. calendars, etc.) from The Children of Hurin, Beren and Luthien and The Fall of Gondolin. Between those three books, with pencil sketches and ful-colour illustrations, it could be possible to have content for a book.
Alan Lee introduced me to the world of illustration and he is one of my art heroes. I was too young back then to understand lotr, but could stare at his paintings for long minutes. I regret not knowing there was a deluxe sketchbook edition 😢. These two books are my go to if I need to enter in a dreamy, fantasy mood. I'm happy Alan Lee was at the right place in the right moment when he was asked to illustrate the lotr edition for the first time. As much as I appreciate the art of John Howe and other superb illustrators, I feel like Alan Lee is the only one who fully understands the subtle mood of these books. You can clearly see a difference between American epicness and English poetry.
Totally agree. I see a lot of love for Nasmith's illustrations lately (and don't get me wrong, he's obviously an incredible talent), but I'm just really averse to the vibrant, saturated colors, and the almost photorealistic look; it's antithetical to how I imagine Tolkien's world. Lee's sketchy quality and muted colors create this ethereal effect as if the images came straight from my imagination or from the memory of something that occurred in an age beyond reckoning; and that to me is the beauty of Tolkien's universe. Some of Howe's illustrations are right up there for me; specifically this illustration "Descent to Rivendell" which was included in the Maps of Tolkien's Middle Earth box set.
I love Alan Lees work. I hope he is involved with the Amazon series. Thanks for giving us a look 👍🏻
Alan isn't unfortunately, but John Howe spent a short spell on season one.
Dude you have the worst luck with books I have to say
Thank you for your review!
A very useful video for those who need to get the idea of those books. My copies have been already ordered. Thank you for sharing!
Thank you. I am toying with the idea to buying this deluxe edition now and since it's quite expensive i wanted to see what's on them first
Sadly im not able to find these anymore to buy.. :(
Very nice book. Just ordered mine!
P.s. you have a lovely accent. 😉
Do you have an opinion regarding the amazon series?
Silly question, but you didn't have a Twitter account around 8 years ago along the name of Middle-Earth Role-playing? It probably isn't you but the thought did cross my mind since you don't sound like a southerner and this guy was from up north!
Wasn't me - I'm not from the North or the South!
@@TalkingTolkien Ah OK! Thanks.
These are gorgeous
would you prefer deluxe or regular version ,i il buy according to your reply
Haha that's up to you! I think the Deluxe is a nice edition, but it is quite expensive and you're getting the same artwork in the regular version.
Thank you for this! I was wondering if there was anything different in the deluxe version. I'm a bit tight on money so rather pay less, if the work is the same! 🤗❤️
There are two paperback editions still available on Amazon that are much cheaper.
@@paulbateman858 thank you Paul! I bought the lord of the rings sketchbook hardback but it was only £10, I have yet to buy the Hobbit 😆
@@fawziyamusa2081 Wow! Great find! I didn't get them when they were £70, now I'd be lucky to find them for so little!
Yes finally