Keith Parkinson

Illustrator known for fantasy art

Keith Parkinson - Illustrator known for fantasy art
Born

1958
67 years ago

Died

October 26th, 2005
19 years ago — 47 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An illustrator created a significant body of fantasy artwork, including book covers and game illustrations. Contributed to the visual identity of the Dungeons & Dragons role-playing game through multiple cover artworks. Worked on the Magic: The Gathering trading card game, designing cards that captivated fans and gamers alike. His art is characterized by vibrant colors and dynamic compositions, often depicting fantastical creatures and epic landscapes.

Illustrated covers for Dungeons & Dragons

Created artworks for Magic: The Gathering

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