"Flames of Shadow: The Balrog Awakens"
The Lord of the Rings trilogy has always been one of my greatest inspirations, and among its many legendary creatures, the Balrog has stood out as one of my all-time favorite designs. A being of shadow and flame, it embodies raw, unrelenting power—something both terrifying and mesmerizing to behold.
This painting captures the Balrog in all its molten fury, with searing embers and glowing heat radiating from its massive form. I wanted to emphasize the contrast between its dark, almost abyssal body and the inferno that fuels its existence, creating a sense of movement, destruction, and primal energy. Every stroke was crafted with passion, paying homage to one of cinema’s most unforgettable creatures.
Now available as a print, this piece is for fellow LOTR fans who, like me, have always been enthralled by the ancient horrors that lurk in the depths of Middle-earth.
Printed on C1S Tango Paper this print measures 10x15 inches!