Update: JPD 052 in the comments posted that the original image is by Kristoffer Frisk. He has a lot more art like this at his site, so I highly recommend checking it out.

This project was an exercise in modifying an existing image to add an element that fits in well. The Grim Reaper image is originally by a person who tagged it as RazorBack. While modifying this image, it was important to me to make my intended message, but not to take undue credit for RazorBack’s work. However, I ran into the problem that I needed to put text where s/he had put the RazorBack logo. I preserved it and moved it to the right side of the image to serve my needs. I also saved the address I obtained it from, but it is no longer a valid link.

First, I came up with the phrase–in fact, that may have come before I chose the picture, although I cannot quite remember. Second was integrating it into the picture, and choosing a font that suited it. I think the gothic-style font I selected was perfect. Third, I used some blending effects (outer glow and satin) to make it look like it was illuminated by the moon. I was extremely happy with the way it all blended together.

Original:

?2007 Tony Magri except where noted

Posted by nitrogen on Monday, February 26th, 2007 at 12:00 pm.