studio ronin -Christopher Shy- Described more often as a cult than a studio, our members deliver work of stunning beauty and professionalism. We are deeply committed to our craft and strive to work through the complications that can often times slow down or delay a project. We are legends for our speed of delivery while not sacrificing quality, and will work closely with our clients through every facet of the project. Studio Ronin.
BIO
I will tell you the truth, I put things inside that most people never see. Art directors tend to think I go insane, and I have had people accuse me of throwing art notes away completely. I read them and try to bring out what I feel is the character in my mind. Do they have a deeper significance? Some do. I was close with very few people when I was younger, one person in particular. Sometimes she comes back through my work, and I sometimes see her in my paintings even when I have tried to run from it. Sometimes events in my past arrange the scene, I tear away at my memories and use whatever I can to create the scene. One of the most painful paintings I have ever done was the cover to White Wolfs The Bitter Road. I look at that painting, and see something I thought I buried years ago. - An excerpt from an interview in french magazine 'Backstab'
Comments (15)
Studio_Ronin
This was one of 12 posters we did for pathfinder the movie. Almost all were rejected because they wanted more of a photo of the actor, I think. I wanted to really pay my respects to Frazetta. I wouldn't say he was a huge influence on my other work, but I really studied his work during this project, and I know I couldn't have finished the novel without Frazetta's inspiration. This one graced the international market, but was extremely rare in the united States. Studio Ronin received about a hundred sealed posters that were quite large. I think they only printed 1500 total. I will post the other posters one a day for a week or so.
Kabuki-chan
I really love your works and can't wait to see the rest ^.^
sim3344
Wonderful creation!!!
kobaltkween
that explains it! the first time i saw a poster, i think it was online, and i immediately thought of Frazetta. i had no idea it was your work. thanks so much for posting these and sharing your work with us.
efron_241
oh la, la... super.. with all the soldiers in the back.. and the GREAT light.. fantastic i like the choice of colors too
saithan
awesome compsition and style. I really like this image.
Majorgaine
Impressive classical fantasy image. I like the dramatically mood of this scene.
Archangel_Gabriel
Hi Chris, Man your stuff is looking great these days... Daniel
Chicane
Just... wow. :)
Panka
Fantastic! Wow...:)
Nytoprod
Excellent movie "the Pathfinder" and excellent illustration to you... ;o)
Kaerobani
looks much better than the movieposter (or the whole movie :D)... you're getting better & better! can't wait to see the rest :)
alltheoriginalnames
Outstanding work man. Really captured Franks great style while infusing your own. This is really well done
Antonio57
Excellente réalisation!!!!!!!!BRAVO
Bungalo
Bravo!