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@buccifolio.bsky.social

Artist specializing in mythology/folklore he/him https://linktr.ee/buccifolio

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Maybe it's the mythology nerd in me, but I think Benoit Blanc would do VERY well in Ancient Rome.

02.12.2025 16:22 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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a man with a ring on his finger is making a funny face ALT: a man with a ring on his finger is making a funny face
02.12.2025 13:16 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I think that's the reason "Jason and the Argonauts" is such a classic. It's kind of unserious in terms of its overall tone and focuses a lot on artistry and the joy of the genre. It seems like Nolan had a hard time "figuring out" the subject matter and it shows.

21.11.2025 15:47 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

The lighting and color palette are so beautiful!

13.11.2025 13:46 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

As a profound lover of the '05 version I think it's all about what you're looking for. If you want something that's more accurate to the novel and time period in general, BBC is the only choice. If you're looking for VIBES and don't mind a more abridged modern twist, then it's '05.

07.11.2025 02:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Folk Hekate, an art print by Michael Bucci Gallery Quality Prints

www.inprnt.com/gallery/bucc... Prints available!

06.11.2025 06:19 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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After two long years I have finally set up my INPRNT account. Check it out if you like Greek Mythology and supporting working artists. www.inprnt.com/gallery/bucc...

04.11.2025 14:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 8    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

It's also worth mentioning that chitons are a unisex garment that can be short or long. The distinction of a chiton is based on how it is wrapped around the body.

31.10.2025 14:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Erinyes were frequently depicted in shorter dresses in artwork. My guess is, the Ancient Greeks thought of them as huntresses of people rather than animals.

31.10.2025 14:08 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

It's so underrated! ๐Ÿ˜ฉ

28.10.2025 01:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Jasmine iced tea with cheese foam, a light balance of salty and sweet.

28.10.2025 00:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I seem to remember them as dog-headed, and indeed there is evidence that they were depicted as such (though not in Ancient Greece), but I can't find much evidence of that. Still looks cool though and a nice way to further distinguish them from the Gorgons

27.10.2025 14:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Erinyes (aka. The Furies) for Day 27 of @classicstober.bsky.social

27.10.2025 14:05 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 25    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

bluesky would only let me upload four images. I also drew Charon.

22.10.2025 13:44 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 21    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I've got one more @classicstober.bsky.social piece left in me before the month is out, but here are some smaller drawings I did of this year's prompts: Hermes Psychopompos, Hypnos, a Lampad, and Thanatos

22.10.2025 13:43 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 24    ๐Ÿ” 2    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

๐Ÿ–คโ˜บ๏ธ๐Ÿ–ค

22.10.2025 13:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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@classicstober.bsky.social prompt day 16: Typhon. There are certain versions of the myth where Typhon was conceived by Hera to spite Zeus after the birth of Athene. I liked the idea of Hera having a tender moment with her writing, demonic son.

18.10.2025 15:29 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 24    ๐Ÿ” 6    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1

Thank you! ๐Ÿ–ค

16.10.2025 15:21 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Medea saving Jason from the serpent of Colchis for @classicstober.bsky.social. It is based off of a 5th century BCE kylix, but I replaced Athene with Medea.

16.10.2025 13:48 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 32    ๐Ÿ” 9    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Hello #portfolioday ! I'm Michael and I specialize in folklore and mythology, with emphasis on using historical literary and artistic sources, as well as archaeological findings to inspire the visuals of my illustrations.

14.10.2025 20:01 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 42    ๐Ÿ” 9    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

I will be updating my inprnt shop with it shortly.

14.10.2025 08:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Thank you! ๐Ÿ˜ฉ๐Ÿ™

13.10.2025 20:54 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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I've drawn many different variations of Hekate, but this particular version was based off of a 16th century illustration.

12.10.2025 20:58 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 11    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Hekate, guardian of the crossroads. For @classicstober.bsky.social

12.10.2025 20:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 173    ๐Ÿ” 40    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 5    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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@classicstober.bsky.social Day 3: The Graeae.

Daughters of the sea gods Phorcys and Ceto and sisters of the Gorgons. They were said to personify the white foam of the sea and were described as being born old and โ€œswan-bodiedโ€.

03.10.2025 21:03 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 26    ๐Ÿ” 5    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The second volume for @singomusezine.bsky.social, Chthonic Visions, is out today so I thought I would post my contribution. I illustrated Medea, inspired by the fragments from the play "The Root-Cutters" by Sophocles.

01.10.2025 13:34 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 49    ๐Ÿ” 20    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Okay but now I need that hat for real.

01.10.2025 04:24 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

Very much so. He's giving pathetic Don Draper realness.

31.08.2025 00:40 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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24.08.2025 20:26 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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