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YouTube video by KungFuKuya TIM BURTON: A Study Of The Strange

No one brings the twisted and unusual to life quite like Tim Burton: the master of crafting bizarrely beautiful worlds.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=nDDQ...

Dark Side of Art History in 13 Creepy Paintings Since Halloween is today, we couldn’t help dedicate this article to the most famous creepy paintings. Happy Halloween!

Creepin' into spooky season 👹🧟🧛

See how the gorgeous and grotesque have collided throughout art history.
www.dailyartmagazine.com/13-creepy-pa...

We’ll also have a *very* limited number of walk-in portfolio review appointments available throughout the show—stop in early to ask about availability. First come, first served.

@lightboxexpo.com 2025 is here! ✨ Stop by and see us all weekend long (Oct 24–26) at BOOTH 1306, where we’ll be talking art, meeting friends, and doling out more sweet West Studio swag.

See you there! #LBX2025 #LightBoxExpo #WestStudioNews

Wander the enchanting streets of Lijiang ☂️🍂

•The Lijiang Umbrella Shop by Edouard Quemper (@perocoss.bsky.social) for the August 2025 Guest Artist Series

See the full process + more art inspiration: weststudio.com/gas/the-lijiang-umbrella-shop

#weststudionews

YouTube video by Focus Features The 1830s Gothic Fashion of Robert Eggers' Nosferatu | Dressed | Ep 10

Step into the 1830’s fashions of Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu, where historically-driven costuming created a tapestry of looks to help define its characters.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=PHdV...

Drew Struzan: The Man Behind Your Favorite Childhood Movie Posters Drew Struzan is the most influential movie poster artists of the 80s, and probably of all time, here is his story and work!

Drew Struzan’s art helped make our favorite childhood epics seem as big as we imagined them. Rest well, legend. 💔

indieground.net/blog/drew-st...

Letters & Letting Go: Turns Out, Happiness is Achieved with Very Simple Things A wonderful short film for anyone interested in craft and work/life balance, this passion project from directors Danae Gosset, Santiago Carrasquilla, and Fabián Palacios V. introduces us to Luis Benz,...

REMINDER: sometimes, the most meaningful part of creating isn't in what's kept, but what's released.

Through the simple art of hand lettering, Luis Benz inspires us to let go and find space for more of what feeds us.
(h/t @stashmagazine.bsky.social)

www.stashmedia.tv/letters-lett...

Images from Japanese Design Magazine *Shin-Bijutsukai* (1902) Stunning designs from a watershed in Japanese publishing history: when pattern books became standalone works of art.

Early 1900's Japan was a melting pot of cultural and technological convergence, as embodied by the enduring visual legacy of turn-of-the-century design magazine, Shin-Bijutsukai.

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For September, we reflect on what it *really* means to be versatile.

Our take, plus more in our monthly update: us5.campaign-archive.com?u=419c7017b7...

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Reservations will be open until Wed Oct 8, or until all spaces are filled. Spots go quickly, so we encourage you to reserve your session ASAP. See you at the show!

#LBX2025

The wait is over: portfolio review signups for #LightboxExpo are LIVE 🚨🚨

bit.ly/WSLBX25

Secure your spot to meet with one of the West Studio art directors during @lightboxexpo.com 2025: Ahmed Teilab, Mingchen Shen, Tyler West, and David Knapp.

Signups go live on Tue 9/30, but spaces are limited. Find the signup link on our socials when it launches and see you all at #lightboxexpo!

Our lineup for @lightboxexpo.com is 🔥

Come out and meet our West Studio art directors for portfolio reviews at #LBX2025: Mingchen Shen, Tyler West, David Knapp, and Ahmed Teilab.

Regardless of your artistic focus, we'll have the right eyes on your work here.

Keep your eyes on our feed for the sign up link when it drops next Tue. See you at BOOTH 1306! #LightboxExpo

Artists, you know what time it is. ⌚⌚

@lightboxexpo is around the corner and portfolio reviews are back! We'll have limited advance reservations available—sign-ups take place online Tue 9/30-Wed 10/8 (or until spots are full).

The Art Of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 A comprehensive analysis of Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, exploring its artistic direction, pictorial influences, and philosophical underpinnings.

From the beauty of the Belle Epoque to the dark and dramatic stylings of the Baroque and Gothic movements, discover the dizzying and inspired range of artistic influences behind Clair Obscur: Expedition 33.

www.pointnthink.fr/en/the-art-o...

The Lush remind us that humans can coexist in harmony with nature, showing reverence through their cultural traditions and architectural design philosophies alike. #SophiaStories (4/4)

The city’s three districts become increasingly complex. Lower areas host vendors in wooden buildings, while mid-levels mix wood and stone in civic spaces. At the top, a carved stone temple - believed to be their deity’s birthplace - overlooks it all. (3/4)

Inspired by Kalinga and Brahmin traditions, Lush culture honors the land. Their architectural decisions reflect nature's grandeur and deep spirituality in equal measure. (2/4)

Sophia Stories Vol. 4 // Behind the Lush

We previously uncovered the Syene, but they’re only half the story behind Project Sophia.

Self-sufficient and shaped by their vibrant, protective environment, the Lush rarely need to venture beyond the surrounding jungles, lakes, and waterfalls. (1/4)

Cheers to another amazing @xdsummit.bsky.social!

Last week was an absolute blast in Vancouver. A big thank you to the Brandlive team for having us at this wonderful event again. It was a week full of meaningful conversations, fresh ideas, and unforgettable moments.

Get double the trouble with the R-301 Brass Bolter and Zero Stopper Kraber from Apex Legends.

Though they share similar design elements, each skin also had unique design hard points to consider.

See the full concepts:
weststudio.com/project/apex-legends

#ApexLegends

Memories of Women@XDS24 📸✨

Excited to kick off XDS 2025 in just a few short days and with that occasion also comes the return of Women@XDS. We look forward to gathering in community with a dynamic group of game industry ladies next week!

#xds2025 #weststudionews

YouTube video by TED-Ed How to enter flow state

Flow state is where peak productivity hits and creative instinct takes over. Here are the keys to finding your flow.
youtube.com/watch?v=0rIjFCNay2Q

YouTube video by The B1M Why Bhutan is Building the Anti-Dubai

Bhutan's vision for tomorrow measures success in both wealth and well-being. This is Gelephu Mindfulness City.
www.youtube.com/watch?v=hPlR...

Wings over the archipelago ✈️💥

•Air Carrier Squadron TOSZ1 by Nate Abell for the April 2025 Guest Artist Series

Follow the GAS link for the full process + more art inspiration:
weststudio.com/gas

#weststudionews #weststudio

Summer’s winding down and #XDS2025 is almost here 🎉

West Studio will be in Vancouver for XDS from Sep 2–5, 2025 to connect with our colleagues who shape this industry.

Stay tuned for updates as the show draws near. See you in a few weeks!

#WestStudioNews

We’re thrilled to share work from our collaboration on Apex Legends! ⚡️

Creating weapon skin concepts with the team at Respawn has been an absolute blast. Jump to our website to see our concepts in full:
weststudio.com/project/apex-legends

#ApexLegends

Hey there, Mr. Blue(sky)! 👋

We are West Studio: a concept art and visual development studio specializing in worldbuilding and IP dev. We're thrilled to have another online home to stay connected with those who make this industry great.

Learn more about us and what we do:
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