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Godzilla vs Biollante - Halloween Rematch 🎃

New Illustration by Chris Trefz: A Halloween Take on a Kaiju Battle!

This year will bring more tricks than treats as Biollante returns from space on Halloween night to challenge the King of Monsters to a rematch. Meanwhile, the atomic titan has come ashore to eat candy and kick ass... and he's all out of candy.

Here's some closeup for more detail.




Hey there, fellow monster enthusiasts! Today, I'm excited to share the backstory and creation process behind my latest digital illustration: the epic showdown between Godzilla and Biollante in the Halloween spirit!

Godzilla vs. Biollante: The Movie Rundown

Let's kick things off with a quick trip down monster memory lane. "Godzilla vs. Biollante" hit the screens back on December 16, 1989, directed and written by Kazuki Omori and brought to life by the creative minds at Toho Studio. The plot? Well, without giving away all the spoilers, let's just say it involves the iconic Godzilla facing off against the plant-based behemoth, Biollante.

Halloween: My Favorite Time of the Year

Now, why the Halloween twist? Well, for me, Halloween is more than just a day; it's a whole vibe. The spooky atmosphere, horror movies, haunted houses – I'm all in! And since Godzilla is my ride-or-die monster, I decided to merge my two loves into one monstrous masterpiece.

But wait, why not just throw Godzilla into a typical Halloween scenario? Turns out, it's not as easy as you'd think. Godzilla isn't your run-of-the-mill horror character. You're not gonna find him lurking in your backyard on Halloween night. So, I put on my thinking cap and considered having him face off against a monstrous Jack O' Lantern. But then, a lightbulb moment – why not stick to Godzilla's roots and bring back Biollante?

The Artistic Process: Textures and Experimentation

Now, let's get into the nitty-gritty of the artwork. Texture was the name of the game, and I experimented with some new tricks. Godzilla, being the scaly reptilian king he is, was a bit more straightforward. Drawing scales and playing with layer effects like bevel and emboss gave him that rugged, 3D appearance.

Biollante, on the other hand, was a whole viney maze. I drew a bunch of shapes, applied bevel and emboss, and created a textured tangle of vines and roots. Think of it as a botanical experiment gone monstrous. I even threw in some veiny structures and creases to add that extra layer of plant-like skin realism.

Setting the Halloween Mood

To really amp up the Halloween vibe, I added an enormous full moon behind the monsters. Silhouetted against it are bats in flight – because what's Halloween without a few bats, right? The clouds got a supernatural touch with a distinct purple hue, setting the stage for a spooktacular showdown.

As a final touch, two military helicopters hover, their spotlights illuminating the colossal clash. It's like a monster movie director's dream come true.

So, there you have it – the Halloween rematch we never knew we needed. Godzilla vs. Biollante, under the eerie moonlight, with a touch of Halloween magic. I hope you enjoy this monstrous creation as much as I enjoyed bringing it to life!

Until next time, stay monstrous!

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