Quite recently, I was asked to submit concept art to be used by SONY Entertainment to promote for the upcoming “MORBIUS” movie starring Jared Leto. Though I am a true DC comics fan with a certain loathing for Marvel characters (I am bias so sue me!), I really sunk my teeth into this assignment. In addition, I have always adored Jared Leto even as far as his days as Jordan Catalano in “My So Called Life”. Siggghh.. He is so dreamy!..lol

In executing this task, I meditated on several ideas and directions. From Nosferatu influences, playing with duality, contrast of intersections and good old fashion compositions. I threw the kitchen sink at this project and I was excited by most of my results.

Below, are the submissions that I was most proud of. In particular, the largest piece (Morbius lifting a boulder), was by far the most successful. For that, I played on contrast of elegance while projecting savage strength. That piece actually made it to Jared Letos eyes (so I was told). It was featured across all of SONYS Entertainments Social Networking platforms (FB, Instagram, Tiktok, Twitter), that also including Marvel Entertainment, Morbius Movie, their European counterparts, etc. In addition, it was picked up by various fan sites and movie blogs. With instagram alone, the image generated 20,000 plus likes coupled with so much positive feedback. That was great for the ego. That being my ego.

What made this experience so fantastic was the overall quality of submissions from other artists. They were nothing short of amazing. I was rather intimidated by that level of talent, yet being able to hang with the industries best and still be a stand out to was quite thrilling. In addition, receiving their personal kudos was both humbling and gracious.

I want more projects like this.