Category: Artist Spotlight

Serpentorslair Staff · September 7, 2026

Artist Spotlight: Wildstrokes — Bringing Characters, Emotion, and Imagination to Life with Ismail

September 7, 2026September 7, 2026 Serpentorslair Staffartist spotlight interview, character illustration commissions, commissioned artwork, custom character artwork, digital artist interview, digital character illustration, fan art artist, independent artists, Ismail Wildstrokes, OC commissions, original character artist, Serpentor’s Lair Artist Spotlight, Wildstrokes art, Wildstrokes artist, Wildstrokes commissions1 Comment

In this edition of Serpentor’s Lair Artist Spotlight, we sit down with Ismail, the artist behind Wildstrokes, whose character-driven illustrations combine expressive linework, atmosphere, emotion, and visual storytelling. Whether he is developing an original character, interpreting a familiar favorite through fan art, or transforming a client’s concept into a commissioned illustration, Ismail approaches his work with an emphasis on personality and story. His goal is not simply to create an attractive image, but to make each character feel as though they inhabit a larger world beyond the boundaries of the…

Serpentorslair Staff · September 3, 2026

GOBLIN MODE ACTIVATED! GOBBLERS – LEVEL 4 Takes Comics, Gaming and Fantasy Adventure to the Next Level

September 3, 2026September 3, 2026 Serpentorslair StaffBad Kerry Studios, fantasy comic books, Gobblers Kickstarter, GOBBLERS Level 4, goblin comic book, independent comics, indie comic Kickstarter, Stef Wilson Gobblers, tabletop roleplaying games, tabletop RPG Kickstarter0 comment

If you like your fantasy adventures packed with monsters, mayhem, humor, and just the right amount of goblin-fueled chaos, there is a Kickstarter you need to have on your radar. GOBBLERS – LEVEL 4, the newest installment from creator Stef Wilson and Bad Kerry Studios, is bringing Paisley, Grudge, and Smudge back for another round of unlikely heroics—and this time the adventure is expanding beyond the comic page. At its heart, Gobblers follows three goblins who find themselves thrust into the role of adventurers. Paisley, Grudge, and Smudge aren’t your…

Serpentorslair Staff · August 30, 2026

Artist Spotlight: Michael DiPascale — Bringing Fantasy, Horror, and Forgotten Characters to Life

August 30, 2026August 30, 2026 Serpentorslair Staffartist interview, Artist Spotlight, Avatar Press artist, BloodRayne comics, BOOM Studios artist, character illustration, Coffin Comics artist, comic art interview, comic book artist, comic book cover art, comic book illustration, comic cover artist, commissioned artwork, digital painting, Digital Webbing artist, fantasy comic art, fantasy illustrator, freelance fantasy illustrator, Garth Ennis artist, Gothic Medieval art, graphite art, horror artist, horror comic art, independent comic artist, Michael DiPascale, Michael DiPascale artist, professional illustrator, Rover Red Charlie, SerpentorsLair Artist Spotlight, Zenescope artist0 comment

There is something immediately recognizable about the work of Michael DiPascale. Whether he is illustrating the dark world of horror, bringing comic-book characters to life, capturing the personality of three dogs at the end of the world, or exploring the Gothic and Medieval imagery that currently fuels his imagination, DiPascale approaches every piece with a distinctive style that remains unmistakably his own. A freelance fantasy illustrator with an extensive career in comics, DiPascale has created work for publishers including Avatar Press, BOOM! Studios, Zenescope, Coffin Comics, Digital Webbing, and others.…

Serpentorslair Staff · August 23, 2026

Artist Spotlight: Forged for Generations — How Titan Forge Is Reinventing Collectible Art

August 23, 2026August 23, 2026 Serpentorslair StaffAmerican Made Metal Art, Collector Wall Art, Comic Book Metal Art, Custom Metal Art Prints, Gaming Metal Art, Metal Wall Art, Pop Culture Wall Art, Premium Metal Art Panels, Titan Forge Art, Titan Forge Metal Art1 Comment

For collectors, artwork is more than decoration. It is an expression of the characters, stories, artists, and fandoms that have become part of our lives. In this edition of our Artist Spotlight Series, we meet Titan Forge, a New Jersey-based company combining a lifelong passion for pop culture with specialized manufacturing technology to create premium metal artwork designed for long-term display. From Comic Book Fan to Titan Forge The story behind Titan Forge begins with something familiar to many collectors: growing up surrounded by comics and cartoons. Its founder developed…

Serpentorslair Staff · August 17, 2026

Artist Spotlight: Nic Price – The Art Machine Behind Liquor Store Fine Art

August 17, 2026August 23, 2026 Serpentorslair StaffAnDY Lucius artist, comic book inspired artwork, custom art commissions, horror pop culture art, independent artists and collectors, independent ink artist, Liquor Store Fine Art, Nic Price artist, original ink artwork, tribal art designs1 Comment

For this installment of our Artist Spotlight series, we sit down with Nic Price, also known creatively as AnDY Lucius, an independent artist whose work draws heavily from horror films, comic books, modern art, and decades of pop-culture inspiration. Working primarily with ink and pen on paper, Nic has developed a distinctive visual style built around bold shading, expressive linework, and original tribal-inspired designs. Calling himself “The Art Machine,” Nic is constantly creating, experimenting, and evolving. We spoke with him about his influences, creative process, commissions, and why he believes…

Serpentorslair Staff · August 3, 2026

Artist Spotlight: The Art, Partnership and Passion of Stef Wilson, Kerry Anne & Bad Kerry Studios

August 3, 2026August 23, 2026 Serpentorslair Staffcomic art, comic art books, comic book artist interview, comic book artwork, comic book collectibles, comic book commissions, comic book cover art, comic book cover artist, comic book covers, comic book fans, comic book illustrator, comic book merchandise, comic book pin-up art, comic conventions, Elias Chatzoudis, Heavy Metal Magazine, independent comic creators, Kerry Anne interview, original comic art, Patrick Nagel, pin-up artist, Simon, Stef Wilson1 Comment

For comic book fans and collectors, few artistic styles are as instantly recognizable as the bold, expressive pin-up illustrations of Bad Kerry Studios. Behind that signature look is artist Stef Wilson, whose dynamic pencils, combined with the vibrant coloring and creative vision of Kerry Anne, have helped establish one of the most distinctive brands in modern comic book cover art. Together they have produced hundreds of published covers, original art books, calendars, and exclusive collectibles while building a loyal fanbase that appreciates both their unmistakable style and their commitment to independent…

Serpentorslair Staff · July 25, 2026

Artist Spotlight: Erin Rabideau (Ruya Mira) — Crafting Beautiful Nightmares Through Fantasy, Folklore, and Fine Art

July 25, 2026August 23, 2026 Serpentorslair StaffBob's Burgers artist, collectible fantasy art, comic art, convention artist, custom fantasy commissions, dark fantasy illustration, Disney artist, Erin Rabideau, Etsy fantasy art, fantasy artist, fantasy commissions, fantasy illustrator, fantasy sculpture, folklore art, Fox Studios artist, gothic fantasy art, macabre art, mixed media artist, mythology artwork, North Carolina artist, original fantasy paintings, Patreon artist, Renaissance art, Ruya Mira, sculpture artist, steampunk circus tarot, surreal artwork, tabletop gaming illustrator, tarot deck artist, watercolor artist1 Comment

Some artists paint what they see. Others paint what they dream. Then there are artists like Erin Rabideau, professionally known as Ruya Mira, who somehow manage to capture the unsettling space in between. Her work invites viewers into worlds where forgotten folklore, surreal fantasy, and ordinary life collide in wonderfully unexpected ways. We recently had the opportunity to sit down with Erin to learn more about the inspirations behind her remarkable creations, her artistic journey, and what exciting projects lie ahead. Interview with Erin Rabideau (Ruya Mira) Q: How would…