Jesper Ejsing - Elsewhere

ELSEWHERE - The fantasy art of Jesper Ejsing

On a sweet Christmas night in 1986, Jesper was introduced to the world of fantasy by a friend, through Dungeons and Dragons. He then followed in the footsteps of other glorious voyager-artists from past centuries, and went walkabout. Equipped with his pencils and brushes (plus a shield and a long sword, because well, you never know…), he travelled to faraway lands, trekked through millennial forests untouched since the last glaciar melted, and dived to the bottom of oceans.

As a result, the most unexpected creatures have posed for him and have been exquisitely rendered on paper. He is a witness to thousands of epic battles, and as such, has become a treasure trove of legends. Some shall say the illustrations, composing this collection are purely figments of his imagination. But seriously, look at the fantastic creatures contained within the pages of this book; can you possible believe, an artist, as talented as he may be, could ever be a virtuoso to the point of dispensing with models? Jesper has met each and every one of these incredible creatures: it’s a certainty!

Naturally, the verisimilitude of his drawings weren’t lost on the Cyclops’ gaze and all the great names in fantasy came running to join themselves to his prodigious talent. This is how Jesper Ejsing’s paintings ended up illustrating 'Magic: the Gathering Cards', 'Dungeons & Dragons' books, as well as games such as Runewars or Descent and many more besides.

Some shall say the illustrations were made to order, however, we who have seen Jesper's work know better; but now let us leave the skeptics to their pathetic quibbles and dive without delay into this incredible road book. Adventure calls all and waits for none!

About the artist

Jesper Ejsing is a freelance Danish artist, famous for the illustrations he has been painting of fantasy worlds for the past 15 years.

About the book

For more information on this magnificent artbook, don't hesitate to visit the publisher's website (well, that's us too ^^).

For your information

Don't forget that there is also a collector's edition of this book. Jesper Ejsing has produced 100 "Blank Covers". This means that we have printed 100 copies of the book with blank covers, using drawing paper, on which the artist has drawn original covers.

And if you're a fan, be sure to take a look at the four numbered posters signed by Jesper Ejsing, which you can find here. A unique opportunity to get your hands on a Demogorgon without losing your life in the process.

A final word: if you like Jesper Ejsing's work, we recommend The Big Kopinski, a book that should delight you!

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