The Art of Ian Miller

There's some stuff that doesn't work for me but his best art is incredible, especially his depictions of Lovecraft's Arkham and Innsmouth and Peake's Gormenghast. His castles in general are second to none.I wish his cover for Worlds of Fantasy & Horror Summer 1996 had been included because I think that's one of his better pieces.

I bought this book for artistic inspiration and to branch out my style... well... wow... what can I say. The style of Ian Miller is truly unique - impeccably fine detailed ink pen technique with a myriad of textures of his own invention. It is truly mind-boggling... mesmerising is the word I'd use - you can't tell if you like it, are scared by it, or just can't stop your eyes tracing the drawings. I have truly spent hours trying to mimic some of his patterns... or just trying to cast my eye over every detail of his more complex pieces.The book itself is very very good quality - hard back, nice cover, excellent print quality on pages (no compromise) and a few words from the artist or associates to provide some context.I would say if you're looking for 'normal', 'conventional' or 'safe' fantasy art, this is not for you; if you want something which'll give you a totally new paradigm, this is for you. It is also not a book I'd give out lightly - I think some of my friends would be quite scared or intimidated!!Very very good, I will be poring over it for hours more...

I bought this book out of curiosity as I had not previously come across the work of this artist. I am not sure what I expected, but this book far exceeded anything I could have imagined. The imagery is not for the faint hearted and it messes a little with your head by looking into imagined Worlds of horror and disturbing dream like fantasies. The technical ability of this artist is awe inspiring, pushing ink work beyond the realms of the ordinary. I love the fluidity of the images and the colour plates are incredible.The book is excellent quality, and has an expensive feel to it. This book will appeal to art students and anyone interested in developing drawing skills or just interested in fantasy art. It is not an instructional book, and is sparse in explanation; something I would have liked more of but still an excellent addition to an art book collection. In some ways I am thankful I cannot imagine the dark and disturbing World of Ian Miller, but I also really admire his work.

I would have liked to have seen more of his work for H P Lovecraft illustrations, especially At the Mountains of Madness.

I never leave book reviews, and I buy a lot of books!! I have long been a fan of Ian Miller, because he is the artist my style emulates the closest. This is a gorgeous book, FULL of his amazing artworks which, if you are like me, will spend many evenings studying. The finish of the books is also of very high quality with nice heavy pages, and a good size. I would thoroughly recommend this book and it must be a staple for anyone interested in fantasy art.

Fantastic book full of gothic imagery; intricate and menacing. If you are a fan of Ian Miller's work this is a must have.

This anthology of Ian Millars work is an excellent addition to anyone who is a big fan of Warhammer of Lord of the rings concept art. The book is excellently laid out with particular themes and iconic artwork.

This was a Christmas present for my husband, which he loved.