Chris Trefz Art Blog

Here's some new art of Darth Vader, the dark lord of the Sith, the main antagonist of the Star Wars film franchise, and the greatest movie villain of all time. It's hard to get more imposing than Vader with his massive, black-clad frame, skull-like mask, raspy breathing, and the voice of James Earl Jones.  Vader was always my favorite villain and favorite character in Star Wars. And after seeing his recent return to the big screen in "Rogue One", now seemed like the perfect time to do some fan art. See how the image developed with these work-in-progress shots:     Sketch Line Art Early Shading

New Illustration of a Warrior Xenomorph: Unleashing the Terror and Exploring the World of Aliens. The ruthless Xenomorph from the Alien Franchise. Judging from the blood stain on its tail, this predator has already made a kill for the night. My development Process for this image: Sketch Finished line art Flat Color Early shading Introduction In the realm of science fiction and horror, the movie Aliens stands as a landmark cinematic masterpiece. Released in 1986 and directed by James Cameron, Aliens is a thrilling sequel to the iconic film Alien. Produced by 20th Century Fox, the movie takes us on a heart-pounding journey into the depths of space, where humans encounter a new level of terror. Plot of Aliens: A Battle for Survival The plot of Aliens follows the story of Ellen Ripley, portrayed brilliantly by Sigourney Weaver. After surviving the nightmarish encounter with the xenomorph on the Nostromo in the first film, Ripley is awakened from hypersleep 57 y...

New Illustration by Chris Trefz, of the Engineer: Unlocking the Mysteries of "Prometheus". Finished version Exciting news! I've just finished a new illustration of the Engineer in his iconic biomechanical spacesuit from the movie "Prometheus". Take a closer look at this captivating artwork featuring the mysterious Engineer and his intricately designed spacesuit. It's a tribute to the enigmatic world of "Prometheus" and the advanced civilizations that lie beyond our imagination. My development Process for this image: Finished line art Early shading Mid shading Unveiling the Enigma: Exploring Prometheus and Its Dark Secrets Introduction Welcome to a journey into the mysterious world of Prometheus, a sci-fi film released in 2012 and directed by visionary filmmaker Ridley Scott. As a prequel to the iconic movie Alien, Prometheus delves into the origins of the xenomorphs and the enigmatic Engineers, shedding light on their connection...

Welcome to my blog  I'm Chris Trefz, a freelance illustrator available for personal commissions and commercial projects. I'm a fan of science fiction, fantasy, video games, and movies, from which I draw inspiration. I especially like drawing real-life animals, prehistoric creatures, as well as fictional monsters from entertainment, and my imagination. On this blog, I'll be sharing my latest work, talking about my process, sharing helpful tips, and occasionally talking about other things I'm interested in. I'll also be creating a backlog of posts highlights my older work, creating a timeline of my progression as an artist.

New Artwork by Chris Trefz of Military Experiment Gone Disastrously Wrong. Created for Deviant Art Contest based on the movie "Splice". "A secret experiment will break the laws of science and create an animal-human hybrid. In 2010 their greatest creation will be unleashed." - Splice movie tagline Here's the backstory I wrote for my creature: Subject X613 was the pride of the government's Bio-Weapons Division. Nothing like it had ever been attempted in the branch's history. The Creature's DNA was a perfect blend of earth's most resilient predators, including: Hammer Head Shark, Bat, Cheetah, Praying Mantis, and Scorpion. X613 possessed flight, incredible speed, brute strength, armored skin, and unexpected regenerative properties. The Creature's structural perfection was surpassed only by it's sheer aggression. Uncle Sam wanted me to create the most vicious killing machine the world had ever seen, and I gave it to them. Of Co...

New Illustration by Chris Trefz of Survivaball: A Comedic Prank on Corporations to Spread Environmental Awareness. My salute to the Survivaball :) The Survivaball is a fictional survival suit created by comedians "the yes men", to raise environmental awareness. The message is that if we don't take care of the environment, then we're all going to need a Survivaball. You can also find lots of funny videos about it on Youtube. Introduction: There are few things more amusing than witnessing a clever prank, especially when it serves as a satirical commentary on the actions and behaviors of powerful corporations. One such hilarious endeavor was carried out by the renowned comedic duo, "The Yes Men," who masterfully used their wit and creativity to expose the absurdity of corporate greed. One of their most memorable pranks involved the infamous Survivaball, an inflatable suit that promised a whimsical solution to the impending doom of the apocalypse. Insp...

On December 21st, 2012, the stars will be right once more... Dedicated to a friend, who assures me that the world is definitely going to end along with the Mayan calendar.

“That is not dead which can eternal lie. And with strange eons even death may die.” …Castro from Hp Lovecraft’s “Call of Cthulhu” One of the cool things about Cthulhu is LoveCraft left it’s description open enough for each reader to picture what they personally found the most terrifying. Which has lead to a very wide variety of depictions and interpretations of his likeness by fans over the years. This is my own envisioning of the evil alien god. I wanted an image that was both hideous and menacing looking. I also wanted to make him look somewhat decomposed looking, because of his death-like slumber. But also because of the scene where the doors to his city of R'lyeh open, the smell is described as the stench of a thousand crypts.

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...

Godzilla doing battle against the air force. But unlike in the movie, it's going to take a lot more than a handful of missiles to defeat the beast. Done in a combination of pencil and digital shading, with color done in photoshop.

Unleashing Ferocity: A Color Pencil Tribute to the Celtic Predator from Aliens vs Predator The Celtic Predator from Alien vs Predator. He died pretty early on in the movie, but it was still pretty badass when he was tossing that Alien through stone walls. Introduction: In the rich tapestry of the Alien and Predator franchises, one film stands out as a thrilling collision between two iconic species: Aliens vs Predator. Released in 2004, this action-packed movie brought together the extraterrestrial creatures in an epic battle for supremacy. In this blog article, we delve into the plot of Aliens vs Predator, explore the role of the Celtic Predator, and discuss the creative process behind the character's unique design. Additionally, I'll share my personal inspiration for creating a color pencil drawing that captures the ferocity and intensity of the Celtic Predator. Aliens vs Predator: An Epic Showdown: Aliens vs Predator takes place in a remote Antarctic pyramid, where a grou...

Godzilla - Fire Breath Godzilla, unleashing the fury of his breath weapon.