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Artist Illustrated Magical Animals From Japanese, Hindu, Norse And Other Myths (20 Pics)
Interview With Artist
If you're also not a Monday person, we believe we can help you get your mind off all the troubles and gloominess with a bit of magic and mysticism! Let us introduce you to Erinye, a talented artist that draws colorful images depicting mythological creatures and more!
Erinye, inspired by ancient cultures, has created a series of illustrations he called "Mytho doggos" and "Mytho mice" in which he portrayed mythological dogs, mice, and even a beaver and a squirrel from around the world. So, get yourself acquainted with these magical animals from Japanese, Hindu, Norse, Chinese, and other myths. Don't forget to upvote your favorite ones and share your thoughts in the comments!
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The Percy Jackson fan in me desperately wants to throw him a red, rubber ball.
but seriously though, is his name "Spot" as in covered in spots like a Dalmatian? Or "Spot" as in he spots you trying to sneak into Hades?
Cerberus, in Greek mythology, the monstrous watchdog of the underworld. He was usually said to have three heads, though the poet Hesiod (flourished 7th century bce) said he had 50. Heads of snakes grew from his back, and he had a serpent's tail.
Cerberus basically guards the underworld from still alive people I guess.
I remember coming across something saying that Cerberus indirectly translates to Spot... So the gaurd dog of hell is named Spot...
As Erinye shared on his Instagram, he posts a lot about mythology, DnD and chickens. However, this article is focused on the mythological part, which we think is the most fascinating one.
Mythology has always appeared in modern works of art in a slightly different form while keeping a recognizable base. A lot of artists use it as a source of inspiration because, to put it simply, it's like an old jacket, you can always rediscover something new in its pockets.
Erinye told us that he started off with dogs because it was the year of the dog, and he planned to do one each year according to the zodiac, but the artist admitted that he got tired right away after mice. Luckily, we get to see what ancient dogs and mice look like in the eyes of Erinye!
In lore, the white one warns you of danger, if he walks with you, be on high alert. If it stops, go back. The black one is a sign the coast is clear, if he walks with you it is to ease you. If he stops, continue your journey safely. There are many stories of these 2 during our civil war in El Salvador.
The artist shared with us that in the future, he's planning to draw a mythological cat and chicken series and that'll probably be it. So, if you're curious to see those creatures, make sure to follow Erinye's Instagram page!
What are your thoughts on these mythological animals? Have you imagined them to be similar or do you have a completely different picture of these creatures? Let us know!
Mooshika Vahana Modaka Hastha Sloka Meaning: 1: (Salutations to Sri Vighna Vinayaka) Whose Vehicle is the Mouse and Who has the Modaka in His Hand,
Beautiful artwork. I'm definitely going to have to come back here and research all of these.
I was expecting the Luizon, Latinamerican version of the werewolf, lol.
So talented! I love these and I'm jealous of how awesome these are! <3
Beautiful artwork. I'm definitely going to have to come back here and research all of these.
I was expecting the Luizon, Latinamerican version of the werewolf, lol.
So talented! I love these and I'm jealous of how awesome these are! <3
