Chris Trefz Art Blog

New art of Two-Face: The Dichotomy of Chaos and Tragedy in Batman: The Animated Series Two-Face from Batman: The Animated Series.  In the gritty and atmospheric world of Batman: The Animated Series, a compelling and dangerous adversary emerges in the form of Two-Face. With his distinct dual-personality and tragic backstory, Two-Face captivates audiences as a complex and unpredictable foe. In this article, we explore the history of Two-Face in the show and delve into why he stands out as one of Batman's most intriguing and formidable adversaries. The Tragic Transformation: Formerly Gotham City's noble District Attorney, Harvey Dent falls victim to a devastating accident that disfigures half of his face. The physical trauma becomes a catalyst for his descent into madness, splitting his psyche into two distinct personas: the noble Harvey Dent and the vengeful, coin-flipping criminal known as Two-Face. This tragic transformation adds layers of depth to his character, blurring...

Cyclops from the X-men series This sketch, as with the Wolverine drawing I did is based on the 90's cartoon, which I enjoyed watching as a kid.

Wolverine from the X-men series.

New artwork of one of the greatest superheroes of all time, Batman of DC Comics. Updated 3/9/2021 Illustration of The Dark Knight himself. Growing up I enjoyed reruns of the lighthearted Adam West series and was blown away by the dark Tim Burton Adaptation. But my favorite version of Batman hands down was the Animated series. Below you can see the development process: Line Art Flat Color The original finished version

Scarecrow from Batman: the animated series. The Doctor of fear himself, they definitely stepped up the creep-factor of his mask after his first appearance in the animated series. I also liked the contrast of how intimidating his mask was compared to how weak he looked without. Nothing to fear but fear itself I suppose.

New Artwork of Clayface: The Shapeshifting Menace of Batman: The Animated Series Sketch of Clayface from Batman the Animated Series. Introduction: In the dark and atmospheric world of Batman: The Animated Series, one villain stands out as a formidable and intriguing adversary for the Caped Crusader: Clayface. With his ability to shape-shift and manipulate his clay-like form, Clayface presents a unique challenge that pushes Batman to his limits. In this article, we explore Clayface's powers, delve into his origin story, discuss his significance as a nemesis to Batman, and uncover interesting details about his character design from the creators of the beloved series. Unleashing the Shapeshifter: Clayface, also known as Basil Karlo, possesses the extraordinary power of shape-shifting, allowing him to transform his body into any form he desires. This ability grants him incredible versatility, making him a formidable opponent for Batman and his allies. From assuming the appearan...

New Artwork of the Invincible Iron Man: A Tribute to the Armored Avenger A quick sketch of Iron Man based on the new movie. Introduction: Iron Man, the iconic superhero from Marvel Comics, has captured the hearts of fans worldwide with his powerful armor and unwavering determination. From his origins in the comic books to his successful leap onto the silver screen, Iron Man has become a symbol of technological prowess and superheroic valor. In this article, we delve into the origins of the character, his rise to fame in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, and the inspiration behind a new artwork that pays tribute to the Invincible Iron Man. Origins and Powers: Created by writer and editor Stan Lee, along with scripter Larry Lieber and artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby, Iron Man made his debut in Tales of Suspense #39 in 1963. The character's alter ego, Tony Stark, is a brilliant industrialist and inventor who constructs a high-tech suit of armor to save his own life and fights a...

The 19998 American Godzilla facing off against Bagorah, an enormous bat creature from the Dark Horse Godzilla comic series from early 90's.