The Making of 'Not Without My Dragon': A Look at the Process Behind Rhaenys Targaryen and Meleys's Escape

Fans of the hit HBO series House of the Dragon are in for a treat as we take a behind-the-scenes look at the digital process behind this stunning artwork of Rhaenys Targaryen and her dragon Meleys daring escape from King's Landing.

The artwork, entitled "Not Without My Dragon," depicts Rhaenys refusing to flee the city as the Greens take control, instead choosing to rescue Meleys and escape on the back of her dragon. The artwork captures the fierce determination of Rhaenys and the bond she shares with her dragon, making it the perfect addition to any House of the Dragon fan's collection.

The digital process of creating this artwork began with an initial sketch. We first drew out the basic composition and placement of Rhaenys and Meleys, along with the major elements of the scene such as the cloudy sky in the background and Meleys shooting a fireball.  Capturing Meleys' head too us several passes to get to something we were happy with, getting a simplified version of those horns while still keeping it cute.

​Next, the sketch was refined and cleaned up in order to create a clearer and more detailed drawing. We carefully adjusted the proportions and added more details to the characters and the environment.

​After the clean drawing was completed, the final step was to add color and texture to the image. Using digital watercolor techniques, we were able to bring the artwork to life with rich and vibrant colors, making the scene feel more realistic and immersive.

​We hope this glimpse into the digital process behind "Not Without My Dragon" has been informative and inspiring for art lovers and House of the Dragon fans alike. Make sure to search for House of the Dragon, Rhaenys Targaryen, Meleys, Digital Art, and Watercolor to find more content like this.