Between the world of men and transcendent divinity there exists art. Art is the will to truth made physically manifest. It is more real then Reality. It is a dialogue triumphant over Time. – Andre Malraux
In November of 2019 I purchased the Xbox One video game called The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. I never played the prior two games, however, I fell in love with the setting, story, and especially the characters. I discovered that the game was based on a bestselling book series by author Andrzej Sapkowski and that Netflix had just adapted the series into a tv show.
I binge watched the first season and started reading the first novel, The Last Wish. I really love the main character, the witcher known as Geralt of Rivia, the White Wolf and Butcher of Blaviken. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that Henry Cavill, the actor who plays Geralt on the Netflix show, is also in love with the witcher. He played the games, read the books, and advocated for the role. His dedication to the role and brilliant performance inspired me to create this painting.
Medium: Oil on Crescent cold press illustration board
Dated: 2020
Original size: 12"x 9"
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