The Indiana Jones franchise was created back in 1981 when Raiders of the Lost Ark was released. Fans instantly fell in love with the hunky archaeologist who used his knowledge to solve mysteries and uncover lost artifacts. It was full of action and adventure, as well as several lovely ladies.
Fans still cherish these films to this day and have created numerous works of art commemorating this franchise. They vary in style and focus, but they all are done in a way that captures our attention. Keep reading to learn about 10 Indiana Jones fan art pieces that make us love the series even more!
A Stroll Through The Jungle
This piece of shadow art features Indy on a mission that takes him into the depths of the jungle. We love the various layers of this piece as it gives it a unique dimension. The faded background that he is headed toward helps us gauge a sense of space, as well as give the piece an air of mystery.
Matthew Reynolds created this piece and managed to capture the essence of the franchise as his work speaks of a sense of danger, but also holds excitement within its frame that renews our love for Indiana Jones.
The Temple Of Doom Was Terrifying
We all felt like Willie Scott throughout this movie as we felt like screaming our heads off at certain scenes. His motives were always questionable as he made rash decisions that seemed like they would certainly end in death.
We can hear Short Round’s voice through this artwork as he warns Indy of the oncoming danger that we can see in the reflection of his sword. There is so much to love about this piece between the exceptional artistry, the detail of each character depicted in this scene, and the stark emotions on each of their faces. Rodrigo Pascoal created this exceptional piece and it is one we could stare at for ages.
Indiana Jones Deserves A Closeup
This franchise would be nothing without Harrison Ford playing the role of Indiana Jones. This artist decided to honor the ’90s version of this character in this beautifully drawn portrait that was created using acrylics and colored pencils.
There is so much detail and definition to his face — the closer you look, the more lines and subtle colors seem to appear. It is obvious that Scott Christian Sava created this from a place of love as he carefully designed it to be an honest representation of what the series meant to him.
They Could Have Made A Cartoon
This artist decided to create a cartoon version of Indiana Jones for the world to appreciate. This rendition perfectly captures the intensity of Indiana Jones, as his serious face shows he means business and doesn’t intend to lose. The details in his shirt alone were created perfectly, and the bullwhip makes it appear multi-dimensional.
Most artists choose to focus on the character themselves, but DennisBudd didn’t let any part of the canvas go to waste as he focused on the bigger picture.
Miriam Was A Fan Favorite
We saw Indiana Jones travel the world with a variety of women, but none were as popular as Miriam. She was as tough as any of the men and could outdrink all of them. We love this cartoon rendition of Indiana Jones and Miriam escaping the tomb created by Patrick Schoenmaker. It shows Indiana Jones putting on a brave face as he helps rescue a damsel in distress.
The detail of the background is what catches our eye the most as various mummies block their path and they look for an exit. It is creepy, but also fun as it brings back fond memories of this timeless series.
Like A Page Out Of An Old Book
This artwork reminds us of something we might find in an old diary in memory of an old friend. It speaks to the age of this series as it depicts Indy in muted colors that are overrun by the wear and tear of time. We love the lines and mismatched shading used throughout the piece as it gives it an imperfect appearance that we would never want to change. It reminds us of the character of Indiana Jones in the films, and the artist, Florian Nicolle, did an excellent job capturing his essence.
A Pencil And Paper Is All This Artist Needed
Some artists choose to use technology and various web design programs to create art, but this artist only needed a pencil and some paper. They created this image from scratch and it blows our mind to think of their talent.
The amount of detail used to make his beard as the artist drew hundreds of perfectly placed lines is impressive. The shading is what really captures our attention as it gives him a dimension that helps him jump off the paper. Rick Fortson is the artist behind this piece, and we could all learn a thing or two from his perfected technique.
A Chiseled Chin In A Dusky Setting
This is another comic version of Indiana Jones and our favorite part is the chiseled chin the artist gave him. The artist, Otis Frampton, focused on using rectangles and squares throughout this portrait to give him a new and unique look. It is unlike anything else we have seen and we can’t help our prolonged stares.
The background brings it all together as it adds a dusky setting to the portrait that speaks of the mystery of his missions, as well as the time crunch he is always on.
An Abstract Take On A Classic
This work leans toward a more abstract style of art that we absolutely love. The way the artist blended various colors and overlayed the various characters gives it a feel that is unlike anything else on this list. It must have been hard to create so much dimension using watercolors, but this artist managed to pull it off flawlessly. Mark McHaley created this piece and the smile on Indiana Jones’ face gets us every time.
A Funny Take On The Classic
Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade sent him on an adventure with his father to find the Holy Grail. This piece is a bit different from what most fans are used to, but that doesn’t make it any less special. It almost borders a caricature drawing, although the artist decided to keep their features more on the realistic side. Loopydave created this piece and the layout is perfect as fans are given time to study each individual aspect of this creation.
