I am thrilled to share another new piece from The Grand Bazaar of Ethra VanDalia! This illustration is for Book Two: The Completed Circle and is the first of two key locations in the Grand Bazaar featured in the story, the Encounter at the Poisoned Dagger. At the end of a small alley in an unremarkable corner of the Grand Bazaar you will find a tavern with a long history, many owners, and excellent offerings. The Poisoned Dagger, as it came to be known, is one of two locations in the Grand Bazaar that appear in the original Completed Circle tale. Take a rest, have a drink, but watch your coins.
Encounter at the Poisoned Dagger
The Grand Bazaar of Ethra Dalia - The Completed Circle
11 x 14 - Pencil, ink, and acrylic paint on paper
Original - Contact me if interested
© 2025 Christopher Burdett
Encounter at the Poisoned Dagger - Drawing
11 x 14 - Pencil on paper
© 2025 Christopher Burdett
Here is a look at the sketch and tonal study for the Encounter at the Poisoned Dagger to show where it began.
Encounter at the Poisoned Dagger - Sketch
Digital
© 2025 Christopher Burdett
Encounter at the Poisoned Dagger - Tonal study
Digital
© 2025 Christopher Burdett
As a bonus, I have some images of the rendering process of this piece so that you can get a better idea of it taking shape. I used to speak of my tried and true method of working on these pieces. I had one way and that was the only way. These days the pieces tell me how they want to manifest. Right to left? Sure, why not!? Gone are the days of working back to front, top to bottom.
Encounter at the Poisoned Dagger - Process
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That is all for another exciting Monday on the blog. See you back here on Wednesday! Until then...
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