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Tim Hildebrandt was an American fantasy artist who, alongside his twin brother Greg, formed the duo known as The Brothers Hildebrandt. The siblings gained significant recognition for their 1977 J.R.R. Tolkien calendars and their promotional posters for the original 1977 Star Wars film. Their detailed oil painting techniques helped define the visual style of fantasy and science fiction illustration during the late 20th century.
Tim Hildebrandt also contributed to comic book covers and gaming materials.
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What did Tim Hildebrandt create with his brother Greg?
Tim and Greg worked together as the Brothers Hildebrandt, producing fantasy, science-fiction, comic, and advertising art. Their best-known collaborations include Tolkien calendar paintings and the first widely circulated Star Wars poster.
Did Tim Hildebrandt design the original Star Wars movie poster?
The brothers painted a famous promotional poster for Star Wars in 1977, commonly called the Style B poster. It followed Tom Jung's earlier composition and depicts Luke Skywalker raising a lightsaber beside Princess Leia.
Which Tolkien characters did Tim Hildebrandt illustrate?
The Brothers Hildebrandt painted characters and scenes from The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, including Gandalf, Bilbo, Gollum, and the Fellowship. Their Tolkien calendars became major popular images of Middle-earth before Peter Jackson's films.
Did Tim Hildebrandt work separately from Greg?
Yes, although the brothers shared a famous collaborative identity, both also pursued individual work. Tim created fantasy and commercial art outside the partnership before his death in 2006.
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