/ic/ - Artwork/Critique

>>6615905
The reason why Tolkien is beloved by many was because he could create something new while still touching on things that are universal. That is, despite the escapist bullshit elements, Lord of the Rings is ultimately a good story with interesting characters.
Almost none of that could be easily captured through fanart, being a logocentric form of expression, and even if it was, it'd miss the creating something new / novelty part of the equation. The most artists can do is allude to the work Tolkien had already done, and as such create at best 3rd order simulacra.

>>6616331
This is highly debatable. Even the critical community agrees that Goya's Black Paintings are some of his best work, but they certainly aren't that merely on the mechanical level. Even Shiskin's work would be rather mundane if it wasn't for his skill in composition, treatment of light, and the ability to create specific mood and atmosphere. The brushwork is merely delectable icing on the metaphorical cake.

>>6617019
>repin is an obscure name from an obscure school
Bruh, have you ever been to Eastern Europe. Or Northern Europe. Or France. In fact, have you ever been to Europe. UK doesn't count because Anglos aren't people.

>>2012488
It's too simple.
It's not showing any morality or emotional meaning.
As far as I see it's just some orc dude smashing up some skeletons for the sake of it.