Ertaç Altınöz has been bringing fantasy worlds to life since 2008 as a freelance digital painter.
His stunning illustrations have graced book covers, album art, video games, tabletop games, and movie posters. Renowned for his intricate fan art, Altınöz gained a dedicated following through his immersive Game of Thrones-inspired artwork. 🔥
The Artistic Journey: His career was sparked by a deep passion for fantasy storytelling and visual artistry.
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Early recognition came from features in Photoshop Magazin and Digital Arts, leading to his work being showcased in CG Society’s prestigious Expose and Exotique catalogues.
Altınöz is known for his meticulous detail and ability to craft immersive narratives within a single image. His goal is to transport viewers into each artwork, making them part of the story.
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Game of Thrones & House of the Dragon:
His Game of Thrones fan art captured the hearts of the fandom, particularly through the Valar Morghulis series, where he reimagined fallen characters as part of the Night King’s army. With House of the Dragon, he shifted focus to illustrating unseen moments from the show, offering fans a deeper dive into the world of Westeros.
✅ Official Artist in the George R.R. Martin Universe:
Altınöz’s journey from fan artist to an official illustrator of George R.R. Martin’s world was solidified when he contributed twenty-one illustrations—and the official cover—to The Rise of the Dragon, a fully illustrated history of House Targaryen.
We are thrilled to announce that Ertaç Altınöz will join us for a special episode of the The Great Gallery of AI, Privacy, and Artistic Activism ’s Creative Privacy Podcast at Privacy Village!
🧙♂️ Privacy Villagers are huge fans and have been persistently requesting his appearance through the OC team. Thanks to their enthusiasm, we've managed to bring Izmir's Dragon to #DPD25FEST!
We’ll dive into his world of illustrative storytelling and ask him how AI is transforming the process of world creation in digital art.
Beyond Westeros – Hollywood & Future Projects:
His work extends beyond fantasy literature, with projects such as the official poster for the Hollywood zombie comedy As We Know It.
He is currently working on the cover art for Jasmine Young’s The Realm Breaker series.
Where to Find His Work: