These are the archives from 2010-2018 for the discussion forum hosted by the UNM Hobbit Society at the University of New Mexico in Albuquerque, NM, USA. The purpose of our group is to meet and associate with others interested in Tolkien, and to learn more about the author, his written works, and his sources through discussion, guest lectures and academically oriented activities. This blog is intended to expand discussion among UNM Hobbit Society members beyond what meeting times allow.
I really liked this illustration! I thought the idea to have the winding path, consistent with Tolkien's art, placed within a hobbit hole was very creative. This definitely gave the feel that adventure can be found in the most unexpected of places. It demonstrates that although adventure seems far off it all begins in the most comfortable of places. If we only leave that comfort we will open the door to an entirely new experience. Well done.
This one was one of my favorites! I thought it was a nice way to show "There and Back Again." I like that the picture shows the scope of the story; it starts in Bilbo's home and leads to the Lonely Mountain and Smaug. On a side note, I also like how the second part of the title interrupts the bottom of the circle.
I liked this illustration the most. The Hobbit-style door in the foreground opening to show adventure unfolding captured the feeling of the book and would be intriguing to somebody judging the book by its cover. The artistry was very good too, with a nice even circle and accurate depiction of the round open door, along with the steep mountains and bright dragon in the background.
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I really liked this illustration! I thought the idea to have the winding path, consistent with Tolkien's art, placed within a hobbit hole was very creative. This definitely gave the feel that adventure can be found in the most unexpected of places. It demonstrates that although adventure seems far off it all begins in the most comfortable of places. If we only leave that comfort we will open the door to an entirely new experience. Well done.
This one was one of my favorites! I thought it was a nice way to show "There and Back Again." I like that the picture shows the scope of the story; it starts in Bilbo's home and leads to the Lonely Mountain and Smaug. On a side note, I also like how the second part of the title interrupts the bottom of the circle.
I liked this illustration the most. The Hobbit-style door in the foreground opening to show adventure unfolding captured the feeling of the book and would be intriguing to somebody judging the book by its cover. The artistry was very good too, with a nice even circle and accurate depiction of the round open door, along with the steep mountains and bright dragon in the background.
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