"Incendium": an art book approved by our readers
Today, we want to tell you about a book and an artist that will appeal to all fans of dark fantasy!
Incendium is Dominik Mayer's first big publication of artworks, personal and client work alike. You will find some of his favorite pieces, including some from his IPs Nachthunger, Elysium, and Asbet. Additionally, he is giving insight into his creative process on some of the pieces he made for Magic: The Gathering.
Dominik Mayer is a German illustrator. His art is unique: he uses vibrant colors, dynamic compositions, and geometric shapes that strike the viewer. He studied illustration and 3D animation and worked as a 3D/2D generalist, graphic designer, and concept artist in Hamburg and Munich before becoming a freelance illustrator and art director in the video game and film industry. He has worked for international clients such as Wizards of the Coast, Axis Animation, Netflix, Blizzard, Tencent, and Riot Games. He also works on his own projects, which can be followed on social media.
Now, we will let our readers tell you what they thought of Incendium:
"With this sumptuous artbook, featuring gold lettering and gilding on the cover, we travel into a dark fantasy universe of contrasting and vibrant colours."
"A magnificent book in grimoire style that immerses us in the world of this German artist, a must-see if you are a fan of dark fantasy. His magnificent compositions, dynamic style, vibrant colours and precise use of geometric shapes give his graphic universe a unique touch. A must-have!"
"What strikes you most are Mayer's colours. Bright and saturated, they often contrast with a heavy and dark atmosphere. The work on geometric shapes and the care taken with dynamic compositions are also impressive. Most of the illustrations presented here are digitally created."
"Playing with geometry, stark contrasts and fiery or icy colours set against deep blacks, Mayer creates rather impressive and immersive atmospheres. As usual, Caurette's editing work is magnificent: high-quality paper, gold-flecked endpapers and an enigmatic cover."
"Suffice to say that turning the pages is a feast for the eyes, with vibrant, dynamic illustrations featuring colours that stand out and explode in contrast with the darkness. It's absolutely striking. Each image takes us to the gates of our imagination, evoking legendary stories, epic battles, perilous quests... all in a dark and rich heroic fantasy universe that will appeal to fans of the genre."