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"I'm taking an awful risk, Vader. This art detour into a completely different fandom had better work."
― Grand Moff Galder
I don't think I need to introduce this distinguished gentleman to all the Star Wars fans out there, but for those who have no idea who this is, here is a little bio, courtesy Wookiepedia!
After Supreme Chancellor Sheev Palpatine transformed the Republic into the Galactic Empire and proclaimed the Jedi as fugitives, Tarkin became the Empire's first Grand Moff, and regional Governor of the Outer Rim. With this responsibility, he was also given oversight of the Death Star which he took command over after removing Orson Krennic from the position once it was operational.
He believed that fear of the battle station would keep the local systems loyal to the Empire, and used it to destroy Alderaan to showcase the station's power. The Rebel Alliance squad Rogue One, however, stole the plans to the Death Star from Scarif, and Luke Skywalker was able to destroy it during the Battle of Yavin, killing all those on board, including Tarkin.
My love for Star Wars has been long hidden in the shadow of my fondness of World of Warcraft. But despite Wow being my main focus (which will not change anytime soon), I've yearned to work on something from the Star Wars universe for years. With the current quarantine situation and the art field turning into wild space, I've found a couple of days to finally sate my craving. The result is one of my childhood heroes, Grand Moff Wilhuff Tarkin on board of the gloomy, planet killing battlestation - the Death Star.
I've spent quite a bit of time on this piece, trying to give it the right atmosphere and bringing it as close to the real thing as possible. I hope you like the final result. We'll see if I get to paint any other characters from Star Wars and other scifi franchises in the future.
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Comments: 146
EmperorGrogar In reply to ??? [2020-04-15 13:48:35 +0000 UTC]
..... If they were to EVER recast him Modern Day... i could see Charles Dance bringing him to life.....
But Peter did such an amazing job.
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Galder In reply to EmperorGrogar [2020-04-16 13:59:53 +0000 UTC]
He did a wonderful job indeed. Charles Dance might just work though, you are right
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EmperorGrogar In reply to Galder [2020-04-17 01:39:52 +0000 UTC]
I mean Tarkin is supposed to be able to command Vader....
And he could Tywin Lannister could definitely
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Paranoiac27 [2020-04-15 13:29:48 +0000 UTC]
He`s silent, but his eyes say: YOU`RE REBEL SCUM.
Wonderful job, sir.
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Galder In reply to Paranoiac27 [2020-04-20 07:53:03 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! Exactly, he could smell rebel scum all the way to Dantooine .
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sparrowsfriend In reply to ??? [2020-04-15 12:25:57 +0000 UTC]
A vast universe you have stepped into. Anger, hate, and fear: Avoid them you must for these are the path to the dark side. Once down that path you begin forever will it dominate your destiny. Go now and create and the force be with you.
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Galder In reply to sparrowsfriend [2020-04-20 07:54:04 +0000 UTC]
Let's see if I can whip up some more SW related work without falling to the dark side .
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VilmaMonster [2020-04-15 10:44:45 +0000 UTC]
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basilicus23 [2020-04-15 10:00:01 +0000 UTC]
Wooooww ! A so good portrait !
It's a painting and not a picture ??
Unbelievable !
And thank you for the explanations, i didn't remember who was this gentleman and who played this character.
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Galder In reply to basilicus23 [2020-04-16 14:01:11 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! I put a good effort in to make it look like that
I feel like he deserved a proper introduction to anyone who might
not recall .
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basilicus23 In reply to Galder [2020-04-16 19:12:48 +0000 UTC]
Very useful to me, thank you !
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Tactical-Drongo In reply to ??? [2020-04-15 09:25:08 +0000 UTC]
Whenever I see his face I am remembered of the fact that he wore his uniform boots only when neccessary and slippers the rest of the time (the actor)
And that they said he was so nice that is was hard to act like he was actually a bad person
thanks for the tribute, may the force be with you
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Galder In reply to Tactical-Drongo [2020-04-16 14:01:47 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! He did an absolutely wonderful job in the role. One of my
favorite actors .
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Tactical-Drongo In reply to Galder [2020-04-16 18:03:24 +0000 UTC]
Haven't seen much with him but from what I know I certainly agree
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ThessianCG [2020-04-15 06:13:49 +0000 UTC]
I love the quote.
That aspect of SW at least is up my alley so yes, awesome skills and work.
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Galder In reply to ThessianCG [2020-04-15 08:27:09 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! I'm glad that you like the piece.
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ThessianCG In reply to Galder [2020-04-15 14:05:13 +0000 UTC]
Sure I do. I'm an old school SW fan. Don't acknowledge the existence of abomination known as Disney Wars: Death of a Franchise.
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writing4everyone In reply to ??? [2020-04-15 02:38:39 +0000 UTC]
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Daniel-Gleebits [2020-04-15 02:30:50 +0000 UTC]
Even if one does not know Grand Moff Tarkin, one should at least know Peter Cushing
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NitaoART [2020-04-15 01:01:08 +0000 UTC]
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Galder In reply to NitaoART [2020-04-15 08:35:01 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! I'm glad that you like it
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RDizzy [2020-04-15 00:13:14 +0000 UTC]
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tomboy561623 [2020-04-14 23:05:07 +0000 UTC]
You know that guy needs to be eaten by a Zilo beast! No matter that guy so hated he played Dr. Frankistien!
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Galder In reply to tomboy561623 [2020-04-20 07:54:59 +0000 UTC]
What is the diet of an average Zilo beast?
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tomboy561623 In reply to Galder [2020-04-20 14:47:56 +0000 UTC]
Let's see given the size maybe dugs and almost eaten but to bad Palpatine! To bad thought I just saying there are just some bad guys who deserve a fate such as that! I would say a t-rex or a pack of raptors for Palpatine but I do not think old palps would be good for the tummies if the cute human eating creatures!
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SmolFoxy [2020-04-14 22:12:00 +0000 UTC]
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Galder In reply to SmolFoxy [2020-04-15 08:27:42 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! I'm glad that you like it.
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jazzyamx In reply to ??? [2020-04-14 20:56:23 +0000 UTC]
Dude, I thought this was a screenshot! Amazing piece!
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Galder In reply to jazzyamx [2020-04-15 08:28:29 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! I tried to bring the piece as close to the real thing as possible, glad that it worked!
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