Jon opened this issue on Apr 12, 2003 ยท 19 posts
Jon posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 4:24 PM
Rhiannon posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 4:26 PM Online Now!
Fantastic!!! Can't wait for these ... it's been a while since I did a mythological piece, but now you've inspired me. :-)
Jon posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 4:28 PM
Jon posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 4:33 PM
Attached Link: http://www.renderosity.com/viewed.ez?galleryid=369110&Start=1&Artist=Kalypso&ByArtist=Yes
An example of an image rendered using the Valkyrie (and the Viking) can be seen here. Not that I'm biased or anything but I like it :)Rhiannon posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 4:45 PM Online Now!
I'm curious about the "breast plates." Are these historically correct?
Irish posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 5:01 PM
Fabulous!!! I've over-spent this month already but this one's gonna be added to my wish list for sure! :) Irene
Jon posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 5:12 PM
She's a mythological being Rhiannon so I wouldn't know :) It's just that the first outfit incorporates more Norse elements and based on famous works of art featuring Valkyrie's most notably Arthur Rackham's. The other, with the loincloth is more fantasy oriented. Valkyries were female "spirits" summoned by Odin to serve him by choosing the bravest heroes who fell in battle and taking them to him in Valhalla where they would constitute his army to fight when Ragnarok would come. At Valhalla, the Valkyries assumed roles more traditionally held by females at the time and donned long robes while serving mead to Odin and the heroes.
judith posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 5:14 PM
Excellent work Jon!
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Rhiannon posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 6:02 PM Online Now!
:-) Well, yes Jon, I realize a Valkyrie is considered a mythological being ... I've studied the Norse, from a bit of a historical viewpoint as well as Pagan/mythological ... my question was simply meant to inquire if your designs were based on myth, legend, historical information, etc. I'm familiar with Arthur Rackham's pieces, I'm fond of a few of his works, although I've never liked the Valkyrie images much ... they seem to have been a bit "toned down" and stodgy in comparision to the visions that come up when reading some of the older legends and stories. Thanks!
Spit posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 6:07 PM
This is gorgeous! Can I ask if you're still working on a peasant's pack?
Jon posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 6:19 PM
Heh, sorry Rhiannon, I really couldn't tell from your question what you meant :) Many of her props are based on historical sources much like the Viking's but the final outcome is more of a personal interpretation. Thank you for asking. Spit, it's our hope that we will be able to get something like that out for all the Millenium folk but I can't tell you a date yet. It's still in early stages. Thanks everybody for your comments!
Rhiannon posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 6:33 PM Online Now!
Well, I really like it, you did a great job! Thanks!
sparrowheart posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 6:58 PM
Oh, this is stunning!! Kimberly
Ghostofmacbeth posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 7:00 PM
Lookin great .. will have to get this one too
Firebirdz posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 11:21 PM
Hi Jon, Can't remember your answer previously when I asked about this pack but does it come with the horned helmet like the one for Mike too ? The ones they use in Operas.
William posted Sat, 12 April 2003 at 11:28 PM
Beautiful work as always by both of you Jon.
Elsina posted Sun, 13 April 2003 at 12:26 AM
Awesome, defenitely on my wishlist too. Quality as all of your work!
PoisenedLily posted Sun, 13 April 2003 at 8:29 AM
Now I just cant WAIT for this!!
ElorOnceDark posted Mon, 14 April 2003 at 7:49 PM
Looks great! This will be a great companion to the Vikings. Ahh, visions of Ragnarok dance in my head...