Myths of the Dragon Slayer by Kelley Hensing
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Art Details
| Title: | Myths of the Dragon Slayer |
| Date Created: | 2024 |
| Copyright: | © Kelley Hensing |
| Genre: | Fantasy |
| Mediums: | Oils, Acrylic |
| Views: | 30 |
| Posted: | 12/8/2024 |
About the Artist
Kelley Hensing
Member Since November 2015
Projects: Kelley loves creating paintings and drawings, participating in gallery shows and art conventions,(IX being a favorite), working on commissions, freelance illustration and many other interesting design projects.
Description
Originally created for "The Enchanted Brush Exhibition X, Heroes Welcome" hosted by the University of Findlay and the Mazza Museum. The theme I selected comes from classic influences of modern high fantasy: the hero fighting the dragon. In researching where the idea of "dragon-slayer" originated, I came across quite a few myths written throughout the centuries. Many of these epic tales are not just battles with monsters but reflections of deeper symbolic meaning. The triumph of good over evil. The dangers of greed. The emptiness of fame and riches when the fate of death awaits all creatures. In my piece, I seek to illustrate the essence of what's woven throughout many of these tales- the symbolic quest of facing our greatest fears with heart and heroism.
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