Bente Schlick, a successful fantasy illustrator, reveals her spontaneous and feeling-driven art process. She starts without a clear plan, relying on references and intuition, mixing colours and establishing poses on the fly.

Her work, created using Photoshop and a Wacom tablet, showcases a blend of realism and graphic elements inspired by old masters and Alfonso Mucha. The artist discusses her colour selection process, pose and dynamic establishment, and the fine-tuning of details. Her approach is all about escaping into the world of fantasy, where perfection is a challenge.

For those inspired to explore digital art, Bente’s process offers a refreshing reminder that sometimes, the most creative work comes from letting go of control. The key, she suggests, is to just start, find your flow, and let the magic happen.

Discover more of Bente’s impressive portfolio on her website, and explore deals on drawing tablets that can help you embark on your own creative journey.