The true power of artistry comes from the mystical transformation of fleeting ideas and feelings into the physical world. The fantasy characters given form by Tyler James are compelling examples of this enviable, and perhaps dangerous gift.

With an inner eye firmly fixed on massive monsters and lanky ladies, Mr. James expels his imaginary demons with precision and style. A surprising degree of detail can be found in his works, yet these idealized forms are subtly — or occasionally, wildly — distorted into otherworldly proportions. These twisted, textured portraits are then expertly framed with dramatic lighting and smoldering backgrounds.

Tyler’s seductive sirens and brutal beasts are surely captivating, but once the true measure of their malevolence or mischievousness is know, we may be grateful for their imaginary status.

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The classic American pin-up was born early in the last century has been subject to frequent reinterpretation by artists enthralled by the female form. Ivan Flores is one of the latest practitioners of this seductive school of art, combining his appreciation of the female form with shining high-tech armor, sinuous scaled tails, and glowing arcs of powerful magic.

In addition to adding his personal visions of mythic mermaids, alluring angels, and seductive succubi, Mr. Flores also indulges in that most guilty of portraiture pleasures: fan art. His tempting takes on such fantasy fan favorites as Star Trek’s beautiful Borg Seven of Nine, and Disney’s superpowered Shego have them revealing a little more skin than usual.

Ivan’s artworks undeniably demonstrate the staying power of the American pin-up, and far into the future.

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Some artists take their sweet time when illustrating their visions, carefully deliberating over every stroke, thoughtfully considering each highlight and shadow. Other, more reckless souls quickly dive into their medium, giving form to their vision with broad strokes and fine slashes of color, leaving fine detail — perhaps — for another day. The artist named simply Fumio, as it would seem, is the latter.

His site hosts a slew of sexy sketches, averaging almost one a week for several years. These wondrous women are adorned with elaborate tribal tattoos, exotic costumes, high-tech form-fitting armor, and sometimes a simple unstrung bikini.

One of Fumio’s more unusual talents is the gender bending of macho male video game characters into their beautiful, big breasted counterparts. Rest assured, however, that he’s done an excellent job of depicting the already female fighters as well.

There’s precious little English on Fumio’s site, but paging through the Rakuragi (ラクガキ) category should reveal all of the sketches he’s published

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With so many gamers transporting their consciousness into exotic digital bodies in vibrant faraway lands, it should surprise no one that they eagerly seek sexual satisfaction in these fantastic forms as well? SnakeTrap eagerly provides the erotic entertainment craved by Alliance and Horde warriors alike.

With a particular fondness for Draenei and Succubi, he vibrantly illustrates amorous, amply endowed women in dramatic poses and compromising situations. Human, Orc, Blood Elf, Night Elf, and even undead women can also be seen proudly flashing their glorious multicolored flesh in SnakeTrap’s gallery. Owing perhaps to their dalliances with dark forces, some of these otherworldly women even posses that most unfeminine of appendages. Those so gifted do seem, however, to know how to put their meaty members to excellent use.

Know that wherever your allegiances lie in the World of Warcraft — or should your tastes run more terrestrial — SnakeTrap has provided an excellent feast for the eyes… and imagination.

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Horror films have been placing ravishing women in close proximity with hideous monsters for over one hundred years, and Serge Birault seems Hell-bent on preserving their perilous plight for time immemorial. Thankfully, his stylish renditions of devilishly distressed damsels are at once respectful of their ancient roots, and subversively modern as well.

With lovingly-distressed proportions and a knowing wink, Mr. Birault’s clever twists on classic horror and pulp themes consistently create playful pinups and portraits that drip with wit and charm. Tentacles must hold a special, clammy place in his heart, but rancid fly-men and lecherous were-squirrels also torment the lovely ladies he paints.

Mixed in with his warm appreciation of these subjects is a thin thread of macabre insanity. yet, while death and danger are never far, they are easily overshadowed by deceptively capable and unbelievably beautiful women that populate Serge’s illustrated fantasies.

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The tales of our ancestors are peopled with noble warriors and troubled wanderers, mythic figures who struggle against terrible odds and cruel twists of fate. Angela Sasser knows these tales, and tells them anew, thought her vibrant works of art.

Among the many tribes of man that grace Ms. Sasser’s gallery, she sprinkles in a choice selection of exotic creatures, including mermaids, ghosts, and angels, as well as beautiful and rare creatures of her own design.

The subtle sensuality of Angela’s characters is undeniable. These women and men need not flaunt their  charms, but their allure is evident nonetheless. Let us hope she continues to find her artistic inspiration in the legends of old.

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With a flowing, anime-tinged aesthetic, Randis Albion applies his artistic gifts to a rich variety of gothic dystopias, alternate classical histories, and machine-based mythological marvels.

In Mr. Albion’s distorted visions, biomechanical mermaids writhe in murky solutions and radiant angels seduce the newly dead. The animalistic allure and insidious seduction of vampirism is also explored more than once though his works.

As long as you are prepared to experience the demonic with the beatific, there are many richly-textured treasures to be found within the walls of Randis’ Hyper-Dimensional Fortress.

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Every fantasy artist finds their way away from the mundane world in their own manner, but all available evidence points to a love of — and fascination with Mother Ocean as the spark that turned Schin Loong to a universe of the unreal. While brightly colored fish and undulating jellies serve as backdrop in several of her pieces, don’t be surprised to find her young women featuring a tentacle or two of their own.

In spite of the ever-present fantastic elements in Schin’s captivating portraits, mortality seems a constant companion, patiently waiting in the darkest corners. We find glamorous monsters venturing forth, as well as innocent girls haunted by alien visions of unattainable beauty.

To be clear, the majority of women in Ms. Loong’s portraits are not sea creatures, nor are they even overly wet.  Like the deep blue ocean, however, they conceal their darkest secrets with layers upon layers of beauty and danger. These enchanted creatures at once alluring and frightening. In the end, the allure will certainly prevail.

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As society creeps and lurches into the future, our understanding of the wonders and horrors to come adapts and changes. A wise man once said “The future isn’t what it used to be,” but The creative team of Embrio and Jaysin — founding members of DPI Studios — might just prove Mr. Berra wrong with their retro future world of chrome, mohawks and sexy anime warriors.

Embrio’s gift for drawing wasp-waisted beauties with a Mad Max flair for fashion, and Jaysin’s vibrant colors and silky-smooth tones creatively combine to paint a post-Apocalyptic paradise of sassy, sinuous cyberpunks and supernaturally shapely sorceresses.

However horrific the future may be, take comfort in the knowledge that the harbingers of our doom will have bountiful breasts, impossible abs and lusciously long legs. What a way to go!

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There comes a time in the lives of many, when they realize world is a much more dangerous place than previously believed. This may cause some to live in fear, but this dark epiphany may also help others more fully appreciate the beauty in life, wherever it is encountered. Through the delicately damaged portraits of Lauren K. Cannon, even the most fearful souls may come to appreciate the finer side of a world more menacing than their nightmares.

With burning eyes and battle worn bodies, her creations nobly arise from stories untold in fluid poses and muted colors. These slender, sensual figures haunt dark, decaying worlds — despite the depths of their suffering — with no small measure of grace. Rather than rail against the Fates for their lot in life, these somber souls seek only a measure of peace in their otherwise tumultuous existence.

Lauren brings her characters to life in delicate detail, each offering a powerful example of which compromises must be made to survive — and perhaps thrive — in a dangerous world.

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The influence of ancient myth and extraterrestrial speculation reaches far wider than many suspect. Evidence of unreality can clearly be seen in the world of high fashion, as illustrated by the excitingly outlandish portraits of Joerg Warda.

Part glamor illustration, part fantasy exploration, a select group of Mr. Warda’s lean, mean women — and men — strike dramatic poses adorned in unearthly garb, and straddle the line between the modern world and far-flung lands.

Past, present or future, Joerg has a sexy supermodel prepared for every occasion. Join them, if you dare.

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While some artists devote their lives to the pursuit of the fantastic, others merely dabble in the unreal. Thankfully, Echo Chernik is one such dutiful dabbler, and while her fabulous fairies and mythical muses are but a portion of her impressive body of work, an otherworldly edge is suggested in all of her sensual subjects.

While nearly single handedly reviving the Art Nouveau movement, Ms. Chernik applies this intricate illustrative technique to all of her visual pursuits. Yes, you will have to bravely endure many contemporary coquettes in provocative poses to find the true genre gems, but these treasures are plentiful enough to satisfy, and certainly worth the hunt.

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