For the 50th moot of the Tolkien Society, East Farthing Smialite (yes, that’s a word now) @hesir (also goes under the pseudonym of Gareth Sleightholme) has had dedicated Tolkien artwork displayed at this seminal event. Take a look yourself below; for myself, I do feel that @hesir’s work will be seminal itself! If you’re attending, please do take a look. Should you wish to discuss further, Gareth is more than willing to chat with you. In fact, he has stated…
A recent visit to Aachen to pursue mediaeval interests has provided an excuse to relay two favourite Tolkien excerpts; one from The Children of Húrin and another from The Lord of the Rings. From The Children of Húrin I return to one of my favourite characters, Túrin Turambar as well as another favourite, Beleg “Strongbow” Cúthalion. Here is the tragic (of course it’s “tragic”, it’s Túrin!) episode where Túrin after being rescued by Beleg, mistakes Beleg for an Orc and…
One of the major influences behind this site are books. Lots of books. And when you’re using lots of books all at the same time you soon easily lose your place from one book to another. To help you with your research, and your warm Sunday afternoon reading, East Farthing Smial‘s great illustrator, @hesir (Gareth Sleightholme to you and me) has kindly provided two fantastic pieces of art that East Farthing Smial have been able to turn into very valuable,…