Becky "Frodo" Harris
says:
I am an aspiring artist and I absolutely love Roger's work. I hope
that someday I may work on the same level as him - to create another
world and put it on canvas is my highest dream. His architecture is
the best I've seen, and his album covers, particularly for Yes, compliment
the mood of the music inredibly well. I hope to develop my talent
to the level of Dean's.
Luciano S. Miranda
says:
Soy Argentino y amo el Rock Progresivo. Las fabulosas imagenes creadas
por Dean sumadas al profundo contenido metafisico de bandas como
Yes , convierten este ge_ nero en una musica de otro Universo .
Dean compone imagenes muy sublimes ,con_ movedoras y potentes a
la vez . Los colores utilizados , la morfologia y la arquitectura
, provocan diferentes emocines mietras la musica suena de fondo.
Te sumerges en otro mundo.
Fred Mrozek says:
The YES Album series progression of Roger Dean cover art might make
scientific or astronomical sense if the theories of Thomas Van Flandern
and Micheal Ovenden prove correct. There seems to be some evidence
that "construction" in our solar system some handful of millions
of years ago (recently, in geological terms) may have had immense
effects on all the inner planets. And if the recent appearance of
men on earth and the recent time scales for the Van Flandern events
are not coincidental, then the idea of these events being non-natural,
or "engineered" as part of an effort to form habitable biospheres,
ala Roger Dean Yes cover artwork... may prove true with rather important
consequences for various theologies and, ehem, rock bands. I wonder
if any concrete astronomical notions inspired these paintings? And
I wonder if there was a conscious decision on the part of the Yes
band to use them due to their sympathy with such views? Thanks for the
beautiful work. Sincerely, Fred Mrozek
Toma Alexandru says:
The arches are one of the most distinctive elements in Roger's painting.
Truly a work of pure art...
I've always thought as to what i could say if i ever got the chance
to talk to Roger. I think there's only one thing that i could say
to him or to YES and that is "THANK YOU"
Leonardo Alvarez
says:
I'm a great fans of paintings of R. Dean of just 25 years old. His
paintings from many albums of rock of '70 are fantastic and "supernatural".
Works of Roger Dean from Yes clasic line-up have a great impression
in my mind. My favorites are paint of Union(my first albums of yes
almost 10 years ago) and Keys to the Ascension (1 and 2). Relayer
is fantastic and I love there graphic concept about this album.
Simple images and bright colors, deep impression in all us.
Thanks Roger.
Henk Colijn says:
The most beautiful albums 1&2 OF KEY`S TO A....WITH THOSE COVERS
OF GREAT INSPIRATION. you can hear them play befour you even listen
the CD. I hope one day to see the real paintings of Roger somewhere
in England when we are on Holiday. Thank you for all the Inspiration
in all of your paintings.Afz HC
Guilleminot Thierry
says:
simply the BEST !!!
Allen Madej says:
Mr.Dean has been a life long inspiration for me.From the time of
the first publication of Views, to all of his posters.I have purchased
all of his work.To categorize his work as"fantasy",or"science fiction"carries
a rather simplistic,comic book conotation.Mr.Deans work IS art in
the truest sense.When I first saw the cover for Us And Them I knew
that it was his work.I can tell his color schemes and lines on sight.Were
I a man of sufficient means I would live in a home of his design.Our
mean little existence is so much more palatable thanks to the artistic
brilliance of Roger Dean. He helps us to remember the dreams we
have forgotten.Thank you Mr.Dean
Aragorn Elessar
says:
I'm happy to see my best dreams. Thank you. A.
Doug Ingle Jr says:
The work of Roger Dean has been a real inspirational force for me
since I was about eight years old. I make my living as a profesional
songwriter / keyboardest and I am surrounded with keyboards and
often will use Roger Dean art works as my music manuscripts. Its
a great way to find undiscovered music.
Eilidh Gudgeon
says:
I was just searching the internet for some inspiration for my art
GCSE mock exam. I was thinking of doing "text and images", and using
the theme of music artists. I was so pleased when I came across
this site and was introduced to this amazing work. I think that
it will be a real help for my project.
Lucas Torres says:
Buenas, no se hablar ingles, sin embargo esto no me impide admirar
y apreciar lo profundo de los trabajos de Dean. Uno de los trabajos
que mas me gusta es la caratula de "Fragile" Quisiera saber que
tecnica utiliza. Por otro lado, considero a Roger como una influencia
muy importante para mis dibujos. Chao.
Anton says:
It's like an interpretation of heaven, a landscape that can only
exist in the imagination yet looks so real. . before computer graphics
he achieved a level of "fantasy realisim" that can only be compared
to painters like the brothers Hildebrant but with images from his
own imagination. . I've also always been awed by his sense of color,
like on "Close to the edge" a simple concept but oh' so beautiful,
I also love the way he violates gravity like on the cover of Yessongs,
where the water is always falling, but from where? And if the water
falls how does the land float? Who cares?. . Not me! It is unique.
William P. Sanford
says:
I am nineteen years old and have been a Yes fan since I was fourteen....
With almost every album I bought, I was introduced to another Dean
work. These paintings are stunning... My personal favorite is the
cover of Classic Yes.. That picture is beutiful.... Maybe, if my
music ever gets off the ground, I may have the pleasure of having
Roger Dean paint my cover art. Interesting dream.
Tracy Ann Connolly
says:
The one thing that, for me, makes Roger's work so much more impressive
than other artist's is his ability to show atmospheric effects so
beautifully. This is definitely evident in his work shown on this
page - a gorgeous blue sky fading to a hazy horizon.
pete wolfe says:
i am lucky enough to own a HUGE poster of this. to me, it is the
rock "bridges" that are understated. it is the bright blue sky that
gets to me. i love roger's work!!
John W. Patterson
says:
I have always admired the Roger Dean "feel" in all the paintings
I have ever seen on album art and elsewhere. The intertwined logos
of mixed colorings influenced many of my own logos created for friends.
Most enduring is the alien worlds on low-to-no gravity mode. Like
Renee Magritte and Dali's works, Dean's imagery defies physical
laws yet assumes a fantastic realism. Yet we all knew it to be but
Dean's visionary gold and skill run wild. Superb! Thanks for the
trips. Whether on Yes, Uriah Heep, or Osibisa LP art -- it always
made you want to buy the music -- thinking, "If Dean's on this,
it must be cool music." I applaud your vision Roger and keeping
up your great artwork. As far as ARCHES above goes, I prefer the bottom
image which seems more a mid-morn, dream-laden, misty moment. The
soft green detail on the foreground is excellent and outclasses
the upper, darkish silhouetted foreground. IMHO (This is a visit
from the NEARfest page after coming from ECLECTIC EARWIG REVIEWS
where music and art meet.) Ciao!
Roni says:
I too have enjoyed Roger Dean art since the early 70's. I am currently
finishing my 3D art/mulitmedia certification and have chosen his
art as my final presentation. I am glad to see this site finally
up and running. I enjoy your style and the themes used in your art.
I agree with the comments saying that his art creates a peacefull
and tranquil feeling. Thanks!
Steve Frey says:
I was lucky enough to find Mr. Dean's 1996 Calender. While the dated
part of the calender has lost its use, I rotate the artwork portion.
They generate a fair amount of conversation. Mostly curious. I have
been a fan since his earliest work with Yes. Each album cover tells
some kind of story, whether in tune with the music or the evolution
of the Group. I wish Mr. Dean would compile another calender soon.
WESPE says:
I like the paintings of Roger Dean since a lot of years, since the
seventys.., the early YES-cover, but very importent for me was the
cover from THE MAGICIANS BIRTHDAY of URIAH HEEP...I dont know WHY,
but I like it, it show us what we have see in our phantasy if we
hear this kind of music in these interisting years of our YOUTH!!!
Thank you for that Mr. DEAN
Peter Persson says:
Hi, beside "Blue Desert" the (blue) "Arches" is one of my favourite
paintings of Roger Dean. It is really wonderful. I wish there would
be huge poster of it availiable in the shop.
Stephanie says:
I am 15 and have been a YES fan for most of my life. All of Roger
Dean's painting are so inspiring. Just looking at them gives you
a sense of peace and tranquility. Especially the Keys 1 and 2 paintings.
I have the posters from the albums hanging in my room! The arches
are so beautiful.
Dave 'anok' Roberts
says:
I have chosen to use your conspicuously inspirational style and
technique with colours, especailly throughout study in this particular
piece. The matter in hand for which i am studying your works is
for my mock exam, worth a high percentage of coursework for this
year. so thanks. anok
Michael Bittick
says:
wow... i have been a big fan of fantacy art for a long time, and
i love your work! its beautifull.. Thank you for sharing such beauty
with the world. -Michael
Ken Wechsler says:
Another great creation by the master, Roger Dean! Yes Ladder ranks
with his best works for Yes such as Relayer and Tales From Topographic
Oceans (my favorite.) I do miss the old Yes lava logo, very much
and I'm sorry it was changed. But I'm not sorry to see that Yes
has once again adopted Mr. Dean's spectacular visions.Bravo and
long live, Yes and Roger Dean!
Vikki says:
This is one of the most amazing pieces of sci-fi fantasy art I have
ever seen.
Jesus Alvarez says:
When I first caught a glimpse of this piece by Roger, which was
with the release of Keys to Ascencion I & II, I was totally
mystified. I immediately bought the album just to see what else
was contained in there. Much to my surprise, there was a mini poster.
This was the case for both of the Keys to Ascension CD's. What a
beautifully conceived venture on behalf of Yes and Roger to provide
us with not only the wonderful music contained within these disks,
but the artwork which I believe visually represents what the guys
in the band were trying to convey. To this day, it is the "Arches"
painting which most appeals to me. Maybe it was first impressions
or whatever, but never has any of Mr. Dean's paintings conjured such profound
images in my mind. The different shades of blue give it a very subtle
feel and the horizon, which works so well in his other paintings
allows for that mirror type of imagery to be exposed. The arches,
which appear sort of as clouds are unique in that they seem to be
"pouring" out of the sky. They kind of splash, creating a sort of
flow. One time I actually saw the arches as a swan. Another time
I saw a hand reach out. The tree sitting alone on the island reminds
me of the Floating Island painting from ABWH. It is solitary. I
like to compare the Arches painting to the one in Keys II. Its the
pink one with the boulder-like designs in it. Was Roger contrasting
the blue of the arches with the pink of the Keys II painting? I'm
sorry, but I don't know the name of it so excuse my ignorance. Also,
the Arches seem to resemble the Ladder painting with its cloud-like
images spiraling up and the different shades of blue. The "Ladder" also
keeps with that theme of Ascending. I mean, don't you need a Ladder
to ascend? This painting is what first introduced me to the world
of Roger Dean's art. Until then, I had minimal interest in Yes'
music-I was 15 at the time and didn't know too much about art either.
Since then, the walls on my room have been littered with Roger's
art. Until now, I have found it difficult to obtain Roger's art.
Hopefully this will change with the opening of the shop online.
I hope this collaboration between Yes and Roger continues for a
long time to come. It is rare nowadays to find bands working so
closely with an artist of this caliber. The artist sort of becomes
the "sixth" member of the band. Keep up your incredible work Roger.
Peace!
Chris Widgeon says:
Really inspirational and deep. A true work of art
Ricardo C.F.Muller
says:
Hi! My name is Ricardo ,I have 14 years old and I love your work,
your pictures are very interesting. You have a lot of talent.
Jim Whitman says:
This is one of my favorite Dean works. The arches are beautiful,
and as always with Roger's work, well placed, just so in the total
composition. Apart from that I like the colors of the "Sunrise"
arches--those beautiful yellow-orange arches set against that beautiful
blue sky. Fantastic. The other "Arches" work is nice too, with a
hint of morning fog or mist in the air. Lots of nice interplay between
positive and negative space. Roger rocks!
Maurice Doubleday
says:
I like the earthiness of the hills in the foreground. I believe
this is important considering the more stripped down approach of
the album. I would love to see the cover of YESSHOWS Up Close some
time.
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