EQInterface Forums - Keith Parkinson 1958

11-01-2005, 09:16 PM	#1
*Cairenn* Credendo Vides Join Date: Jul 2002 Posts: 3,866	Keith Parkinson 1958 - 2005 As I am sure most of you know by now, renowned fantasy artist Keith Parkinson passed away late last week. I know many of you no longer remember me, but I had to post something. The problem is, I have been sitting here all day, trying to figure out what to post about this. I ... just can't come up with the words. I was at BlizzCon when I got the news he had passed on. The world tilted and turned black, and I found myself in a heap on the sidewalk with tears streaming down my face. The fantasy world has lost one of the truly greats, and even worse, the world has lost one of her best. You can read the post by Brad McQuaid of SGO, where Keith was working on the upcoming Vanguard:Saga of Heros mmorpg, here. Donna, Nick, our hearts and prayers go out to you. Rest safely Keith. __________________ "My friends, love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And we’ll change the world." Co-Founder & Admin: MMOUI FaceBook Profile, Page, Group Avatar Image by RafM

11-02-2005, 07:19 PM	#2
WarpedJester A Snow Griffin Join Date: Jan 2004 Server: Morell-Thule Posts: 59	With the passing of Keith Parkinson the world loses a very talented and caring artist and visionary. I like many other people knew of Keith’s work before I knew the person. When I first heard Keith had passed away I had to look up his name to find out who he was, and when I did, a great weight settled into my chest. Sadly I never got to meet Keith but I have enjoyed his work for many years. After hearing the saddening news, I took the time to learn about Keith and the work he did, because of this, I now have gained a new understanding of the person and a new appreciation for the work. I encourage others to take some time to enjoy his work and give a moment of silent to a wonderful and caring person that will forever be remembered through his art and his kindness. Thank you Keith for everything you gave to this world, you will be missed greatly. You can enjoy some of Keith’s work here: http://members.fortunecity.com/mrma...nson/park1.html http://www.keithparkinson.com/gallery.php?icid=1 Some kind words have been posted on these sites: http://www.vanguardsoh.com/forums/s...?threadid=26622 http://www.darkswordminiatures.com/ __________________ __________________________________________________ ______________________ WarpedJester (not weird, not bent, just plain Warped) Alabs Taxiservice 56 Gome wizzard Destiny Wolfiefeet 54 Troll Shaman Jjet Leezard 56 Iksar Monk Deadranger Needsarez 40 Halfling Ranger