This artist created a ‘Southern American sumi-e’ art style using sumi and Diamine ink on Bristol vellum

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Copy link Facebook X Whatsapp Pinterest Flipboard Email Share this article 0 Join the conversation Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Will Thompson AKA @The300ChickenNuggets is a traditional ink artist who had developed what he calls a ‘Southern American Sumi-e’ style using sumi and Diamine ink on Bristol vellum. His detail-driven line work with fine brush strokes is uniquely dark and encapsulating.Hailing from the US state of Georgia, he studied law but found his true passion outside of the courtroom. His artistic technique combines minute ticks and lines slowly grown into a piece of definitive depth and shadow, reflecting what Will describes as a “Self-Creating Prophecy ” approach that “balances intricate detail with a spontaneous, ADHD-fueled creativity”.Will's work is also heavily influenced by science fiction and the natural world, resulting in pieces that are both whimsical and meticulously crafted. Below, he presents four examples. If you're inspired, see our ink drawing tips and our pick of the best pens for artists.Space-time Mage (Image credit: Will Thompson)“Cloaked in teal against a violent purple void, a solitary mage faces the universe itself – ancient, fearless and utterly consumed by what lies beyond.”Prey (Image credit: Will Thompson)“She doesn’t chase; she arrives. Two beasts at her side, eyes burning red. What is ahead has already run out of time.”Darkest Dungeon (Image credit: Will Thompson)“Consumed by shadow, a lone warrior confronts a ruined fortress looming overhead – every crumbling stone a warning, every step forward an act of defiance.”Malfeasance (Image credit: Will Thompson)“He has no mercy, no pause, no hesitation. Malfeasance doesn’t stalk – he erupts, horns forward, eyes burning with the singular purpose of absolute destruction.”Get the Creative Bloq NewsletterSign up to Creative Bloq's daily newsletter, which brings you the latest news and inspiration from the worlds of art, design and technology.Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsorsYou can see more of Will's work on his website.Get the gearInspired to work on your own art? See below for deals on the essential gear.This article originally appeared in ImagineFX. Subscribe to ImagineFX to never miss an issue. Print and digital subscriptions are available.Creative Bloq is now easier to access than ever before with our on-the-go app, which brings you all the content you know and love from our website, but in a super-streamlined design.Download the Creative Bloq app for iOSDownload the Creative Bloq app for Android TOPICS ImagineFX staffAll things ImagineFXImagineFX is the No.1 selling digital art magazine for fantasy and sci-fi enthusiasts! Featuring digital and traditional drawing skills, game design, manga and film art each issue is crammed with training and inspiration from leading artists in their fields. Whether it's learning from comic art's Adam Hughes, fantasy art's John Howe, or digital painting's Loish, ImagineFX has you covered. ImagineFX has been inspiring artists for over 20 years! View More You must confirm your public display name before commenting Please logout and then login again, you will then be prompted to enter your display name. Logout LATEST ARTICLES1Cities aren't malls. So why are they starting to look like them?2This Unreal Engine 5 game turns the grace of ballet into brutal action3Why brands have swapped competing for co-branding4Dear Amazon: Please don't turn James Bond into Star Wars5Why the iconic Argentina World Cup logo was so controversial

Source: Creative Bloq AI — Published July 19, 2026 at 12:00 UTC — Category: Image AI