The 7 Year Itch

More artwork for an upcoming show with Artinsights Gallery.

Dimensions-16"x20"

Medium-Colored Pencil on Peach Canson Color Line paper

Status-Original art will be available soon.

"My Neighbor Totoro"

"To-to-ro? You're Totoro!... I bet you're Totoro..."-Mei


Available soon...

Dimensions-16"x20"
Medium-Colored Pencil on Mi Tientes Board

Inara Serra

“Oh, one further addendum. That's the last time you get to call me "whore".-Inara Serra

Every so often a director creates something original and brilliant, fans will always remember Joss Whedon’s Firefly as the “sci-fi western”.

Inara Serra, better known as a high society courtesan for the Union of Allied Planets, chose to leave the Companion House Madrassa to travel the outer rim on Serenity where she leased a private shuttle for workspace.  Many will remember Inara for her chemistry with Mal(captain) that was constantly being disguised by bickering about one another’s careers or personal opinions.

This Asian influenced dress was one of my favorite costume designs in the series.  Played by American Brazilian actress Morena Baccarin, Inara was one of the most mysterious characters in the story.

Medium-Colored Pencil on Mi-Tientes paper

Dimensions-16”x20”

Status-Original art available soon, check back for updates.

In the end of all things...

"How do you pick up the threads of an old life? How do you go on, when in your heart you begin to understand there is no going back? There are some things time cannot mend. Some hurts that go too deep that have taken hold."-Frodo Baggins, Return of the King

With "The Hobbit" fast approaching, I've been doing some work for WB that I hope I can make available in the near future.

Client-Warner Brothers
Production-The Lord of the Rings

Medium-Colored Pencil on Mi Tientes paper
Dimensions-16"x20"
Status-Original art is available

He who must not be named...

"Only I can live forever..."-Lord Voldemort

Tom Marvolo Riddle was once a gifted student at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry, until he chose a path of immortality which in return required his soul to be strengthened through the act of murder.

With an obsession for blood purity, Voldemort proves his aim to remove the wizarding world of Muggle (non-magical) heritage and to conquer both societies, Muggle and wizarding, to achieve pure-blood dominance. Through his mother's family, he is the last descendant of wizard Salazar Slytherin, one of the four founders of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

An interesting fact, according to an interview with Rowling, "Voldemort" is pronounced with a silent 't' at the end, as in the French word "mort", meaning "death"

Medium-Colored Pencil on Wave Green Mi Tientes Paper
Dimensions-16"x20"
Status-Original Art available soon from Artinsights..

"Behold, Nagini, our work is done." 

North by Northwest

Any Hitchcock fans out there? I just did this piece for an upcoming show. You'll probably see some classic Film Noir, Musicals, Sic-Fi, and even anime from me in the near future. So much going on and not enough time to get it all done!

Medium-Colored Pencil on Mi-Tientes paper
Dimensions-16"x20"
Status-Available soon

North by Northwest

Mirror Mirror

"It's important to know when you've been beaten, yes?"-Snow White

Known widely for his artistic visions(Immortals, The Cell), director Tarsem Singh delivers a creative twist to the classic fairy tale Snow White.

It's funny that I originally didn't want to see this movie due to the trailers making it seem so goofy, but I actually admired the film for what it was and really enjoyed the fact that it was inspiring to both children and adults.  Lilly Collins and Armie Hammer stole the show with great chemistry, and Singh's attention to brilliant costume and set designs allowed this film to be one of a kind and unique to audiences.

As far as this reference goes, Collins reminds me a bit of a young Audrey Hepburn and this still managed to capture an expression from her that I feel was sincere to Snow White's true personality.

Medium-Colored Pencil on moonstone mi tientes paper.

Dimensions-16"x20"

Status-Original Art available

You again?

San Diego Comic-Con releases..

I have two new pieces that will be debuting tonight at Comic-Con in the Acme Archives booth.  "Guardian of Peace" and "Mysterious Apprentice".  Both will be available as Giclee on paper and canvas limited edition.

I'll post details on artist proofs soon, if you're attending Comic Con make sure to stop by Acme's booth and have a look at these in person along with the many other amazing pieces of art!

All the best,
-ben

"Guardian of Peace"

"Mysterious Apprentice"

"The Great Circle of Life"

Client-Acme Archives Direct/Disney Fine Art

This poster was originally created for Disney Fine Art to celebrate the Lion King coming back to theatres a few months ago.  The original art is sold, and this piece is not yet a limited edition, even though I've been told it probably will later on down the road.  So the only thing I can offer right now is this pretty digital file.  Hope you enjoy!

FYI- I probably watched the Lion King everyday when I got home from school in 5th grade, this film was my drive to be an artist as a kid.  To have the opportunity to do work for this masterpiece was an honor. 

-ben

Medium-Colored Pencil on Rives BFK paper.
Dimensions-22"x30"

"Who's the Fairest of them All?"

New available art based on Charlize Theron's character as the Evil Queen in "Snow White and the Huntsmen". The original art will be available soon from Artinsights.

Medium-Colored Pencil on Felt Grey Canson Paper.
Dimensions- 16"x20"

Shop for Limited Editions is now open!

It's finally active, check out my new store for Limited Editions and Artist Proofs!

http://bencurtisjones.storenvy.com/

I have just listed both "Dreaming" and "Confined" as canvas and paper editions.  These artist proofs are very rare while being limited to only 10 pieces for each construction.  All art comes signed by me and includes a certificate of authenticity from the publisher.

-ben

"Like Beggar's Canyon"

My latest Star Wars art for Acme Direct is now available as both canvas and paper limited edition.

I'll post some details on AP's later on, stay tuned! Pick it up here for now, http://www.acmearchivesdirect.com/product/SWOTLTD167/Like-Beggar%27s-Canyon.html?cid=

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Coming soon, "Snow White and the Huntsmen"

I'm looking forward to sharing a new project with everyone based on Disney's newest version of the classic Snow White story, "Snow White and the Huntsmen".  The art will debut sometime before the release date of the film which is June 1st.  Stay tuned..

"The Looney Tunes"

I'm thrilled to announce I'll be working with Warner Brothers on creating a new line of fine art in celebration of acclaimed film maker Chuck Jones. 

In a career spanning over 60 years, Jones made more than 300 animated films, winning three Oscars as director and in 1996 an honorary Oscar for Lifetime Achievement. Among the many awards and recognitions, one of those most valued was the honorary life membership from the Directors Guild of America. Chuck Jones.com

"Animation isn't the illusion of life, it is life"-Chuck Jones

"Hugo"

Production-Paramount Pictures

Paris, 1930's.  A young boy named Hugo lives in the walls of a train station where he searches day and night for answers about his fathers death...

A little while back I began speaking with my rep in regards to creating a piece for Hugo.  We kind of went back and forth about what should be included in the art.  By the time we were done we pretty much squeezed the entire movie in one image.  Hugo is one of those stories where you just can't leave anything out of the art. 

Director Martin Scorsese made magic of Georges Melies' career.  Winner of 5 Academy Awards, Hugo was a masterpiece.

The original art will be available through Artinsights Gallery soon.  

Dimensions-18"x24"
Medium-Colored Pencil on Oyster Canson Paper
Status-Available

"Mirror Mirror" Review from Artinsights..

Mirror, Mirror is the first and lighter of two movies based on the tale of Snow White to be released this year. It's a charming, sweet, albeit flawed little confection, worth seeing if you love inventive production and costume design, but especially if you have a soft spot for the work of director Tarsem Singh..

Enjoy the full review here.

"Confined" New Star Wars Art for Acme Archives Direct

This is the first of a new Star Wars series I'm creating for Acme Archives fine art line.  Each character I recreate from the Star Wars universe will be on a specific colored paper to match their personal aesthetic.

When creating "Confined", I wanted a color study that would resemble Tatooine, but also not dominate over the femininity of Princess Leia's beauty.  I found a paper color called "Anise", it immediately matched the mood.

Available as both giclee on paper and canvas limited edition here.

Imprisoned by Jabba the Hutt, Princess Leia awaits her rescue..

Coming soon, the art of "Hugo"

You heard correct! The winner of five Academy Awards is coming to our studio.  We're in the process of creating a one-sheet that will include the cast of Hugo plus more.  The original art will debut at ArtInsights gallery towards the end of this month and will be available for purchase through our online store. 

Check back soon for more details!

 

The Secret World of Arrietty

The Secret World of Arrietty, the latest offering from the wildly popular Japanese animation company Studio Ghibli, is being released in the U.S. in partnership with the Disney Company. First released in Japan on July 17, 2010, the North American version makes its debut on February 17.

Read the full review here, http://herndon.patch.com/articles/movie-review-the-secret-world-of-arrietty#following_1895654

"Dreaming" Artist Proofs and Limited Editions

     I'm in the process of launching a store for limited editions, artist proofs, and other reproductions of my art.  I just got news from Acme Archives that "Dreaming"(Rapunzel) will also be released as a giclee on canvas as well as a paper edition.  As far as artist proofs go, I will have 10 paper edition and 10 canvas edition available.  Pricing and other information should be available soon.

-ben

Star Trek Fine Art

I've been given permission to post that I will be creating a new line of Star Trek art for UK based distributor Iron Gut Publishing.  Trekies, prepare yourselves!  I will be starting with Kirk, Spock, and Uhura from the classic series and moving around from there.  More news soon..

-ben

Cinderella Art

Client-Acme Archives Direct/Disney Fine Art

As most of you know I’ve been creating a new product line for Acme Archives’ Disney and Star Wars Fine Art programs. I probably have around 10 completed pieces that will be debuting throughout the year.

The Rapunzel in my gallery is the first of the series to be used as a Limited Edition. This Cinderella is not published by Acme, the editor wanted to hold off on it due to it’s similarities between my art and the special edition dvd cover. So I’ll be throwing another Cinderella in the mix later down the road.  The original art is available.

-ben

Medium-Colored Pencil on Sky Blue Canson Colorline paper.
Dimensions-16”x20”
Status-Original Art Available