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KingOfSoul81 — Pen Reproduction of 4 Horsemen
Published: 2014-02-20 05:29:31 +0000 UTC; Views: 1388; Favourites: 54; Downloads: 0
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Whew! It's finally done...I can breathe a sigh of relief. Wish I had a time machine so I could show 1995 me that this is possible. Like I said in the work in progress posts (kingofsoul81.deviantart.com/ga… , this was a ridiculous idea. But overall it was a great learning experience. Plus I've got a whole new appreciation for all woodcuts or engravings now. Especially ones dating back 500 years like this.
In case you aren't familiar already, German artist Albrecht Durer did a series of 15 woodcuts based on the Apocalypse from the Book of Revelations. The original image was released in 1498. Check out all of his work if you're not familiar. It will amaze you to say the least.
Tools used:
Various Micron pens (.03 .01 .005) Pilot Precise Rolling ball (.05) and a fine point Sharpie.
Strathmore 400 series paper
7.5 inches X 10.25 inches
34 hours
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Comments: 52
Thank you very much. Durer is one of my biggest heroes. This might sound stupid, but how big is he there in his homeland? I've never had the opportunity to ask someone from Germany.
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Well, as the knowledge of the classic artists and their work dwindles worldwide, he is still an artist which is mentioned in the schoolbooks. So you could say he is still big in Germany. I personally love his work.
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The general public in the United States seem to know nothing of his work. Whether it's this piece, the rabbit, or the praying hands, most people here have no idea who he is. And that saddens me more than you could believe! I've always assumed the German public would have a better understanding of his work.
I love him to, man. The dude was a genius!! He helped invent printed illustrations, really.
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All my respect and admiration go to you, Sir. This is fucking amazing!
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Ha ha! Thank you Lea! That means a lot. It was a long adventure.
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I would have died in a couple of days.
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It kind of felt like that. That's why I only worked on it in spurts when I felt inspired and confident.
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Heh, nope! That's a lot of homework right there. Thanks for checking it out.
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Thank you. If only I could sit with him for 5 minutes and compare the two.
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Thanks! I'm glad you like it.
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Wow, amazing work to reproduct such complicate picture
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Thank you very much. It was as much fun as it was aggravating.
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My god this is so impressing! Insane amount of details... When you drew this, did you ever had the feeling it's never gonna get ready?
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Yes at about this point fav.me/d6qrkpo (12 hours into it) I thought I was a little crazy for trying to do this.
Thanks for the kind words and for stopping by!
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Haha I bet!
I get that this-is-never-gonna-get-finished-why-did-i-started-it-feeling quite often...
But this is a truly wonderful piece of art, love it.
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Somehow the best ideas always make for the most aggravating and rewarding projects....if that makes any sense at all. I guess I like to test my sanity 
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That makes perfect sense.
I checked him out too, his engravings are just... unbelievable.
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I think Durer might be one of the greatest. Gustave Dore may have him beat a little bit....it's close.
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Yeah, there's magic on old masters paintings. I also have a thing for the Bible-related (mainly Book of Revelation) art.
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Holy moly! Great job. Durer was the Lemmy of the 15th Century.
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Thank you very much. Pulling this off was a huge confidence boost for me.
Maybe Durer had a giant mole too! We don't know for sure....
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Beautiful job man, it feels like the original, your detailing is out of this world here.
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Thank you very much. It was a challenge, but I feel it was worth the time.
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Thank you very much!! You have a great style yourself sir, so I truly appreciate your comment. Thanks for stopping by and checking this out too.
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Wow! This is so detailed and intricate. Very well done.
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Thank you. I chose to copy this image because I love the complexity and enjoy details.
Thanks for checking it out!
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Amazing! I love to study the old masters!
Wonderful details of the great master Durer's art!
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Thanks Richard! It was fun AND educational homework. The masters are true inspiration at it's finest.
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Yeah!! You finished it! Truly an awesome achievement. I just found up a 1907 book on Durer in a thrift store...473 plates! A little water-damaged, but it was only $10! So I'll be studying works like this...but to reproduce one...great, just great.
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to be blunt................HOLY SHIT, MAN!!! ARE YOU KIDDING ME?!!?!?!? 1907?!? 437 plates?!? You lucky son of a bitch!!!! (Sorry for the freak out, but it's understood). And with that aside...thank you sir. I truly appreciate it and it means a lot. Especially coming from a true fan of Durer like yourself........damn I wish I could see this book you've scored.....MAN!...water-damage aside....
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Here it is: fc09.deviantart.net/fs70/f/201…
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Awesome. That's a terrific find and a great reference. Sure beats staring at a monitor!
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Fantastic you must be very pleased with it. Well worth the time and effort, love it.
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Thank you very much. I'm pretty happy with it...though there are definitely some things I wish I would've done better too.
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Oh my god you did it. You drew an engraving, by Albrecht Durer no less!!!! Amazing! Lots of props man!
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