Melissa A Benson, Nightmare Artist

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Melissa A Benson Alternate Reality Fantasy Illustration

I specialize in fantasy themes with an emphasis on anthropomorphic creatures and people in natural and historic settings. There is also a lot of decorative illustration for the holidays. The majority of my work is done in dyes and color pencil, but I also work in oils on masonite and multiple weights of graphite.

I am the original artist of Nightmare and Shivan Dragon alpha cards from Magic: The Gathering cards. In this shop I will provide you with fantasy, furry and surreal illustrations in a high quality realistic style. So indulge yourself or someone else with great art.

Melissa A Benson Alternate Reality Art 

Halloween Pumpkin T-shirt 

Very Scary!

Halloween Pumpkin T-shirt
EDUN LIVE Eve Ladies Essential Crew
The ultra-soft, tapered fit EDUN LIVE Eve ladies tee is made of 100% combed 5.1 oz (145 gram) ring-spun African cotton. Reinforced stitching. Washes like a dream. (Not pre-washed). Tumble dry low. Knitted in Mauritius and manufactured in Lesotho using sustainable manufacturing.
Starting at $16.65
Treat yourself or give as a gift.
Melissa A Benson Fantasy art for the masses

Shivan Dragon Coffee Mug 

Magic: the Gathering art

Shivan Dragon Mug
A dragon is about to grab you in this Magic: The Gathering card image from the Alpha set. You can collect a set of "Alpha" mugs in each card color with art that I created like Nightmare, Cat Warriors, Mesa Pegasus and Lord of Atlantis. Treat yourself or give as a gift.

Starting at $15.95
Product Information

Mugs are 11 oz. or 15 oz. Available in 6 colors. There is also a beer steins and travel mugs. Dishwasher and microwave safe. Imported.

Melissa A Benson Fantasy art for the masses

Dragon Eyes Poster 

Illustration for a different kind of reality...

Dragon Eyes dragon print print
Dragon Eyes dragon print by Nightmareartist
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Through the leaves of a dense forest this dragon watches and waits, watches and waits...

Originally done for Black Dragon Press game Dragon Storm.

Done in mixed media in a blue/green palette.

Beginning at $16.45 for a small poster.
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Perfect for dressing up any wall, or instantly creating a theme for a room. Images look great on this high-quality poster, printed on heavyweight 7 mil semi-gloss paper using superior dye inks. Image sizes from 11 x 13 inches to 52 x 60 inches. Treat yourself or give as a gift.
Melissa A Benson Fantasy art for the masses

Kanchaka Valley: 

Prime Werewolf

Kanchaka ValleyKanchaka Valley
Prime Werewolf

Dye & color pencil
8.5. x 10 inches
$300.00
Unframed

An Alpha male werewolf snarls showing off those sharp teeth and claws after his transformation is complete. The full moon gleams brightly in the background and trouble's in the air.

No doubt about it, this guy's ready!

See this image on different products along with more werewolves in the Furries section of my Zazzle.com store.

Melissa A Benson Fantasy Illustration 

One of a kind Fantasy Illustration Artwork

Why shop at my online stores? I offer my own vision and fine art/illustration creations and you can customize them with your own personal touches. That makes everything you purchase a unique item.

Melissa A Benson Fantasy Illustration

Phoenix Mousepad 

A striking Phoenix with unique markings

Phoenix MousepadPhoenix Mousepad
A Phoenix is a strikingly beautiful and remarkable bird with the ability to rise from the ashes of it's funeral pyre to be reborn and live it's 5 - 6 century life cycle again.
$15.50
Product Information
Highest Quality Mousepads
* No minimum order - save when you buy in bulk
* Durable cloth cover is dust and stain resistant
* Non-slip backing keeps your mouse moving while the mousepad stays in place
* 9.25" x 7.75" - Perfect size for home or office

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Ice Tigers Christmas Card 

Two white tigers relax in the snow

Ice Tigers Christmas CardIce Tigers Christmas Card
Two white tigers relax in the snowy mountains. Done in lavenders with embossed falling snow background.
$3.80
Product Information
Highest Quality Card Stock and Envelopes
* No minimum quantity.
* Free boxed sets with orders of 10 or more.
* Save 12% or more when you buy in bulk.
* More information about cards...

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Set 5: The Haskalad: 

Mystic Reflexes

Set 5: The HaskaladSet 5: The Haskalad:
Mystic Reflexes

Dye & color pencil
8.5 x 10 inches
$600.00
Unframed

Magic:The Gathering

players already know my work. I did the original Nightmare and Shivan Dragon.
Apparel with Fantasy Illustration Artwork

Red Chinese Dragon T-Shirt 

Dragon Apparel with Fantasy Illustration Artwork

Red Chinese Dragon T-ShirtRed Chinese Dragon T-Shirt
A combination of many animals, the Chinese dragon has the body of a snake, scales of a carp, head of a camel, horns of a deer, the eyes of a hare, ears of a bull, belly of a frog, paws of a tiger, claws of an eagle and a lion's mane.
$26.99
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Heavyweight and high-quality, our Gildan UltraCotton tee fits just right. Available in our widest variety of sizes from Kids XS - Adult 5XL (in select colors).
# Durable double-stitched seams and bottom hem
# 100% satisfaction guarantee

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Celtic Key and Spiral Girls Cap Sleeve T-Shirt 

Unique and Exotic Fantasy Illustration Artwork

Celtic Key and Spiral Girls Cap Sleeve T-ShirtCeltic Key and Spiral Girls Cap Sleeve T-Shirt
Unique and awesome celtic and pagan designs that Viking descendants or anyone who enjoys Celtic designs would be thrilled to own.
$29.99
Product Information
A smaller version of our Women's cap sleeve tee made specifically for young girls. Contrasting neck and shoulders for sporty, casual comfort.
# 3/8" neck binding
# Coverstitched 3/4" double needle bottom hem and sleeve opening
# 100% satisfaction guarantee

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Holly Elf T-Shirt 

Fantasy Illustration by Melissa A Benson

Holly Elf T-ShirtHolly Elf T-Shirt
With sparkling green eyes and wearing only a radiant smile, this elf really enjoys the winter season. Long black hair and holly at her ears and temples, this is a pin design with pine cone and acorn baubles.
$27.99
Product Information
Heavyweight and high-quality, our Gildan UltraCotton tee fits just right. Available in our widest variety of sizes from Kids XS - Adult 5XL (in select colors).
# Durable double-stitched seams and bottom hem
# 100% satisfaction guarantee

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Haskalad Empire: 

Tap the Link

Set 5: The HaskaladHaskalad Empire:
Tap the Link

Dye & color pencil
8 x 10 inches
$400.00.00
Unframed

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Jessica_Burde wrote...

You have some great stuff! I've added this page to the lensroll for several of my lens.

I haven't come across the Nightmare yet, but I'll be looking for it (only got dragged into MTG a few months ago)

ReplyPosted August 30, 2009

SB_Martin wrote...

Beautiful illustrations! :)

ReplyPosted March 24, 2009

raeve wrote...

Oh wow! Seeing your 'Nightmare' picture brings back memories! I remember I tried drawing it in my early teen years (mine didn't turn out so good though). Yours is still awesome of course. :D

ReplyPosted February 08, 2009

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JPDoodle wrote

great work i love the usage of color!!

Reply Posted January 03, 2009

Nightmareartist wrote...

Thanks for visiting and commenting on my lenses Tipi!

ReplyPosted December 31, 2008

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Hello - I am Melissa A Benson, if you played Magic:The Gathering you know my work. I did the art for the original Shivan Dragon and Nightmare.

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