I asked, “How do I see Female Muscle Art?” and ended up with this. It’s a personal account of what themes inspire me, and what I look for in art and writings. It’d be great to hear of others who might be similarly inspired by these things.
Artwork Title: “Gryphon Ryder”
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HEROIC ART, FEMUSCLE AND ME
A personal reflection
Heroic Art can perhaps be elaborated as Heroic and Romantic Fantasy Art. Each of these terms hint at the times of yore of the medieval ages. The times of knights and dragons, of chivalry and valour. I don’t know which came first, my fascination for the medieval ages or my adoration for fantasy; my admiration of heroism or my longing for ancient lore. Somehow, my being seems entwined with that part of our history. Perhaps I was once a knight. Perhaps I was once a dragon. I can imagine being a starry eyed youth overwhelmed with admiration for the village’s brave hero, aspiring to become one. Give me a broad sword, heavy armour and might any day!
I also have a fascination with mature women since I was a kid. Could it be the Romantic part of the trinity? I’m woo’d by their wisdom and beauty of both mind and body. Eyes that can search deeply into another’s soul, and soft words that can sooth a worn spirit. Lady Galadriel would be an example of this.
Then to the Fantasy part. We all like a dose of fantasy. Of magic and wonder, it gives colour to an otherwise generally Dark Age. The allure of the mystical is similar to the innocent allure of first love. A childlike anticipation of the unknown that promises to spellbind the senses, from moments of grandeur such as with the majestic dragons, to moments of little secrets such as the hidden world of faeries.
These elements are what essentially inspires my art. The heroism, the romanticism and the fantasy.
Through FM, I find that I can weave all of them into the characters I create. Brutish strength and power is tempered by wisdom and compassion. Fame and glory bows down to humility and service. Set the adventure in motion amidst an ancient land that hints at the magical, and you have my ideal kind of Heroic FM Fantasy.
I will strive to portray the ideals and values that reflect this ancient fantasy world, whether in big or small ways. Even if my heroic art may go unheralded, I’ll have more muscle elf maidens than any dwarf has ever seen!
It’s great to hear the level of thought behind your artworks. While I can’t see romantic and medieval themes in the same way, I can definitely relate to that way of thinking. As for the fantasy part, I can wholeheartedly agree that moments of wonder and “physically present spirituality” (I hope I’m being clear) are exactly what many of us long for in spite of – or rather because of – their impossibility.
This definitely helped me see your works in a new light, and I must say, I now appreciate them all the more. Here’s to you, Mika! *tips metaphorical hat in respect*
Each person has a unique perspective on things, and through that, we help to share and expand each other’s visions. I’m glad you could relate to some of mine. I do wonder though, how much of ‘fantasy’ is fiction, and how much is real. Well, thank you for your thoughts *tips hat*
Mika you are deep. I love this picture as well. It makes me think a lot about doing more meaningful artworks. You have inspired me!
I’m glad to hear that. I look forward to seeing it, if you have a link to share.