In 1978 Brian Froud and Alan Lee put together an ensemble of drawings and paintings in which the world adored: FAERIES was a great success, hitting the number four spot on the New York Times Best Seller List. Brian Froud's artistic techniques and wisdom of folklore caught the eyes of many, including Jim Henson (creator of the Muppets). In 1978 Jim Henson hired Froud to help create a unique otherworld, better known as THE WORLD OF THE DARK CRYSTAL. The film "The Dark Crystal" was a monumental collaberation of ideas, techniques, and creativity. On the set of "The Dark Crystal"- released in 1982, Brian Froud met Wendy Midener, a puppet designer (creator of the "Gelflings" and Star Wars' "Yoda"). Their son Toby starred in the Henson film, "Labyrinth"- 1986, in which Brian Froud was once again hired as the Conceptual Designer. Froud continued working with Henson on television programs such as "Jim Henson's Storyteller," as well as working on designs for other film/media projects. Froud also began to collaborate with the screenwriter of "Labyrinth," Terry Jones. They created several books including one of Froud's most popular, titled LADY COTTINGTON'S PRESSED FAIRY BOOK. Brian Froud has recently published the sequel to Froud/Lee's best selling FAERIES book. This book, titled GOOD FAERIES/BAD FAERIES, has been highly acclaimed and warmly received by Froud's many fans. Throughout the years, Brian Froud has created some of the most respected and highly acknowledged folklore/mythic artwork of out time. He has won numerous awards, including the ASFA Best Interior Illustration and the Hugo award for Best Original Artwork in 1995. Through Froud's unique style (by utilizing acrylics, colored pencil, pastels and ink), he has created some of the most well known fantasy images of the Twenty-first Century. Froud continues to create visual, spiritual and poetic tales that will last many years to come.

Biography from The World of Froud Web Site.

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Brian Froud's Latest Release - The Fairies Oracle

In his beautifully illustrated, super-selling book Good Faeries/Bad Faeries, acclaimed artist Brian Froud offered a tantalizing glimpse into the otherworld of pixies, trolls, gnomes, and green men. While drawing and painting these timeless mystical beings, he uncovered clues for 21st century mortals who would like to connect and communicate with them. Now, in his enchanting and evocative follow-up, THE FAERIES ORACLE: Working with the Faeries to Find Wisdom, Insight, and Joy (A Fireside Original/Simon & Schuster; October 31, 2000; 208 pages, with 66 full-color cards; $25.00), Froud invites us to journey into Faeryland and understand its magical powers through the popular practice of divination.

Whimsical, inspirational, and fun, THE FAERIES’ ORACLE combines a delightfully enlightening book with a dazzling deck of sixty-six faery divination cards. Written by Jessica Macbeth, an accomplished "faerynaut," the engaging text explains precisely how to mine the world of faeries for insights into the heart, the soul, and the future. Beginning with an imaginative journey into the realm of gnomes, moon dancers, and boggarts, the book introduces the most powerful and important members of the faery kingdom, all radiantly rendered by Froud on the cards. From there, it provides clear and detailed instructions on how to read the cards, with special attention to issues of spiritual enlightenment and personal direction.

Sure to captivate fans of tarot and divination, and to intrigue many who enjoy exploring the virtual universe, THE FAERIES’ ORACLE opens a wondrous journey of adventure and discovery. As readers and players fall under the spell of the faeries’ unique magic and find their own paths toward personal fulfillment, they will come to share Brian Froud’s conviction: "Faeries are not a fantasy but a connection to reality."

Description from The World of Froud.

The Goblins of the Labyrinth

Another great book with illustrations by Froud, The Goblins of the Labyrinth shows many of those grotesque stars that any true Labyrinth fan should be familiar with. With descriptions by Terry Jones, that Monty Python mastermind, this will provide at least an hour of laughter. Well... laugh!