The fantasy genre clearly affects a huge number of digital artists. You only have to take a brief look at some of CG's forums and galleries to see how it dominates the minds of many of the world's most talented artists. Unsurprisingly, a genre that provides more exploration and imagination is one that warps many people's creativity and has served as the starting point for endless movies and video games over the years. So much of what we see in this genre is born in fairy tales and folklore. In this book, our artists will show us how to explore these creatures and use information to create an original and accurate depiction of some of the most popular and memorable characters in folklore.