RIP--I humbly suggest an appropriate send-off from artists would be to do a quick master study (partial even) of your favorite FF piece. I'll start the thread in P&P once I run some errands and can sit down to paint something appropriate.
I didn't realize he was the age that he was. I have a few art books of his, always fantastic inspiration. Like was said above, I hope that he realized what a HUGE influence he had over so many genres.
A Titan passes. He is by far my number 1 all time most inspirational artist. I have some of his prints framed around my place. He will be sorely missed. The amazing mark he left on on the art world in general is just breathtaking. Fair well sir, and thank you.
RIP Frank you were a huge inspiration and talent to many. I told my Dad as soon as I found out and he was terribly upset... and he isn't even an artist. He is an engineer, but still swears you were the best there was!
I didn't realize he was alive. I guess I just assumed he, being a famous successful artist, was already dead by the time people (or at least I) discovered his genius.
R.i.P His works were Inspiration to many artist...
His works ARE and always will be great inspiration to artists throughout time.
His death is not a sad thing, the man lived a long life and got to do what he enjoyed and got acknowledged for it during his life time.
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someone should do a tribute contest
I second the Tribute contest.
RIP.
RIP Frank.
Yes they should!
Your work will continue to inspire me throughout my life.
I am going to dig out Icon and see if I can choose between all of the awesome stuff to do a study of. Great idea, gauss (and makoa)!
One of my teachers first introduced me to his work a few years ago and I instantly recognized it was something special. Truly a great loss.
RIP Frank
RIP buddy. I can't imagine the crazy stuff you're painting now
Vale, sir.
A titan has passed...
RIP
His works ARE and always will be great inspiration to artists throughout time.
His death is not a sad thing, the man lived a long life and got to do what he enjoyed and got acknowledged for it during his life time.