Eagle Art Recs (100+)
Eagle Art (gen and all pairings)
Finally! The art rec list I've been meaning to make. This took longer than expected, mainly because RL decided to have unreasonable demands for my time and attention.
Preliminary info: I did not include ratings. Most of the time, none were stated by the artists. (Yes, I’m spreading the blame). If you want to err on the side of caution, just assume that everything is NSFW. Alternatively, if you find me commenting with “unf” somewhere, you'll have a pretty good indication for a higher rating...
Edit: Some of the pictures are hosted on DeviantArt. In a few cases (if there’s mature content involved), this means that they are not publicly accessible. You’ll need to have a DeviantArt account to see them.
art by motetus
The Day the Animals Escaped ✩ ✩ ✩
This is hilarious and gets me every time.
Maidinn [Cottia]
Salvom Lavisse [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
He he, their facial expressions clearly say: “Are you thinking what I’m thinking?”
Once you manage to tear your eyes off them, you’ll notice that the background mosaic is very pretty.
Western OT3 AU [Marcus/Esca/Cottia] ✩ ✩ ✩
Badass.
Memories of the North [Uncle Aquila]
↬ accompanies the story Blood Brother by isis
Everything is a Stall illustration [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanies the story Everything is a Stall by demon_rum
Marcus looks like he is afraid of Esca. At least a little bit.
(Or in Bill Hader's words: "Well, mark me down as scared AND horny!").
A Wolf and her Centurion [Marcus, Ferox] ✩ ✩ ✩
Jaw-droppingly gorgeous. Panders to one of my biggest art pleasures --> black and white pictures. I love the scratchy texture and the fine details.
Christmas drawings [Marcus/Esca], [Liathan/Placidus] ✩ ✩ ✩
Glorious. Reproachful!Marcus and Esca who is the slightest bit smug (I think...?). Also, the drunk makeout session between Liathan and Placidus is made of win! They both look very much into it. And no doubt they're going to deny that once they're sober.
Tribune Placidus and Centurion Ducky [Placidus] ✩ ✩ ✩
This may be the first time ever that I’m attracted to Placidus. I blame it on the rubber duck. In my defense, that little thing is devilishly seductive.
Inspired by this, sibilia_cantus made the cutest fondant centurion rubber duck!
Vixen and Wolf [Cottia, Cub] ✩ ✩ ✩
Stunning rendition of both of them.
Passion & Profession - Illustrations [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanies the story Passion & Profession by demon_rum
I have the feeling I’m going to run out of superlatives fast, but this is beyond gorgeous.
Everyone Goes to the Beach [Marcus/Esca, Liathan, Placidus, Uncle Aquila, Lutorius] ✩ ✩ ✩
A highly amusing picture guaranteed to instantly lift your spirits...it has gulls! Placidus in Victorian swimwear! Uncle Aquila in a (slightly traumatizing) speedo! A bonus centurion ducky!
Steampunk/Skybax Rider Esca [Esca]
Rebel!Cottia [Cottia]
In a Land of Dinosaurs [Marcus, Esca]
↬ accompanies the story Beyond the Mists by Carmarthen
Very tense, I love the color scheme.
Illustrations for 'If the Darkness Lasts' [Marcus/Esca/Cottia, Uncle Aquila] ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanies the story If the Darkness Lasts by seascribe
A set of pictures that is basically flawless (I'm running out of adjectives in 3...2...1...).
Mrc and Esc [Marcus/Esca]
Stone Age crack featuring a gorgeous sabre-tooth tiger.
Untitled [Marcus/Esca, mammoths] ✩ ✩ ✩
Cracktastic and exceedingly cute.
Fine in my Toes [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanies the story Fine in my Toes by tracy7307
Serene hurt/comfort scene.
Far From Rome [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanies the story Until All the Songs Are Sung by Carmarthen
"Shirtless Fireside Snogging" (artist's words) is no doubt one of the things that makes this fandom such a great place.
Not Such Reluctant Bedfellows [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
I love, love, love this particular AU scenario. This is what real world politics is missing (amongst other things, but let's not get into that).
Pia fidelis (version 1) and Pia fidelis (version 2) [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanies the story Pia fidelis by ainsoph15
I get warm and fuzzy feelings by looking at these pics. I actually prefer version 1, the "rougher" version. Not sure why...maybe it's a bit more intense?
Sweeter than Honey [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Absolutely unf.
Untitled [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Whatever is going on there, it's intense.
Bonus awesomeness: rubber ducks!
Happy Gay Modern Farmers [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Untitled (more happy gay modern farmers) [Marcus/Esca]
Both of the farmer pictures are so fluffy that they have single-handedly doubled my estrogen levels. (squuee!)
Update 12/27/13: four new pictures in this gorgeous post!
Untitled [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Esca and Marcus in ancient greek pottery style? This fandom. This fandom! It has everything. I love this rendition of a domestic scene, the style was adapted very well.
Untitled [Placidus] ✩ ✩ ✩
Motetus's versions of Placidus are always comical, no matter what scenario she puts him in. In this case he is an evil, mustache-twirling undercover genius! (Aw! The self-delusion is strong in this one).
Untitled [Esca, Cub] ✩ ✩ ✩
Esca and Cub celebrate Saturnalia!
Untitled [Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Esca sports magical tattoos. I wonder what they are capable of? (Besides looking beautiful, that is?)
art by sibilia_cantus
His Own Death [Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
A perfectly captured moment - Esca's rigid stance, the grim line of his mouth, his defiance, his fear. I'm awed. A fantastic picture.
Selections from Cottia's mailbox on February 14th [Marcus/Esca, various]
On the on hand, there's Marcus and Esca in a bathtub! On the other there's naked Beppo. (Not in the same picture, thankfully).
Abstract Movie Poster [Marcus, Esca]
Very cool.
Esca, the Brigantes Warrior [Esca]
Fierce. The tattoo design looks great and the momentum of Esca's movements are well captured.
Wet [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Shower sex. UNF. I don't think I can find the words to adequately describe how hot this picture is.
Winter [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
The way Esca's hands are cradling Marcus's face, the soft light, Marcus's cute little wollen hat, their cold breath...this picture couldn't be more gorgeous if it tried. I'm especially amazed at the likeness of Marcus's face (because his face is slightly averted, seen in half profile - how on earth can you even make this angle work? I have no idea).
First Steps [Marcus/Esca/Cottia] ✩ ✩ ✩
Rich in details. There's a whole story in this picture.
art by tronnie/akahans27
A Kiss Over Cub [Marcus/Esca]
You can always rely on campfires to set a romantic mood.
Not Now, I'm Driving [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Someone should talk to Esca about safety measures. I'm appalled at this level of irresponsibility and recklessness.
Cub's Homecoming [Marcus, Esca, Cub, Placidus, Uncle Aquila] ✩ ✩ ✩
I love the details! Plus, Placidus' stark terror and (assumedly) high-pitched screaming...that's always an added bonus.
First Foal [Marcus/Esca]
Lol! I love how Marcus is awed by the wonder of birth and new life...and Esca is awed by Marcus's ass. To be fair, it's an awesome ass.
No Dogs in the Bed [Marcus/Esca, Cub] ✩ ✩ ✩
Man's best friend? Not Esca's, that's for sure.
Marcus and Esca Husband [Marcus/Esca]
↬ accompanies this story ( Untitled)
Awwww!
Marcus/Esca
Procyon and Cub [Marcus, Cub, Procyon]
Unitled [Marcus/Esca, Seal clan] ✩ ✩ ✩
This will never not be funny.
Unitled ✩ ✩ ✩
I don't think I can form a coherent review. Just...majorly...UNF.
Jumped [Griffin/David]
Technically, this is not Eagle fanart. Practically, it’s leather!jacket!Esca jumping some random dude, so it gets a pass.
Untitled ✩ ✩ ✩
Beautifully serene!
Untitled ✩ ✩ ✩
This is just all around gorgeous.
Untitled ✩ ✩ ✩
*melts in a puddle of squee*
Dogpile [Marcus/Esca, Cub, OMC] ✩ ✩ ✩
DEATH BY CUTENESS.
art by art by feilongfan
This artist creates entertaining Playmobil fanart (altered with Photoshop).
The Return of The Eagle ✩ ✩ ✩
This is so cute and heart-warming! (And the evil part of me loves the alternative ending).
Marcus and Esca's Daily Life
Gift
I hope Esca picks the purple toga the next time. Just to see the look on Marcus's face.
Chocolate Milk, Not Just Milk
I have a soft spot for scenarious in which Esca is pining after a totally oblivious Marcus.
Life Of A Roman Centurion ✩ ✩ ✩
The third chapter is an adaption of the story When you notice a cat in profound meditation by Amsel. Amazing level of detail, and the photography/digital editing worked out beautifully!
Playmobil fanart inspired by East Coker hunting mosaic ✩ ✩ ✩
The scenery and colors are very pretty, and I loved the historical inspiration/reenactment!
Hunting Day
Beautiful.
art by Sean H./SeanHe
Everything this artist draws is utterly breathtaking.
Marcus and Esca (The Eagle AU) ✩ ✩ ✩
The Eagle [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Untitled [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
One of my favorite pictures; it is absolutely stunning. (Many thanks to feilongfan who helped me find the link!)
Untitled [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Link to ninth-eagle, where you can find the full sized version of the gorgeous picture below.
art by alby_mangroves
This artist has a very cool, unique style.
Rite of Passage [Esca, OFC]
Fierce little Esca getting his tattoos!
Art for "Vae Victis" [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanies the story Vae Victis by Sineala
The perfect visualization of Proud!Warrior!Esca. I never thought that long hair could look good on him, but I'll admit I've been proven wrong. And the kiss is just...unf unf unf.
How About Another Game? [Esca]
The bone structure is to die for!
Seal Prince ✩ ✩ ✩
Fantastic pencil portrayal.
Rebirth" by marlee813 [Esca, Marcus, OMC, Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Warm annd emotionally intense. I love the vibe. I get the feeling that these are some very serene and entirely content moments. Also, the kiss picture is made of sheer awesomeness (and unicorns)!
art by ladytiferet
Fandom would be a different place without the these fantastic pieces of digital/photo art.
Banshee [Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Gorgeous! Make sure to open the full sized version to appreciate the fine details.
The Ninth [Esca]
↬ accompanies the story The Ninth by twilighthdfan
Learn Me Right [Esca]
↬ accompanies the story Learn Me Right by dustfinger223
I like the weathered photography look and Esca's rigid, uncomfortable posture suits the plotline of the story well.
Exibit G [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanies the story Exibit G by lalazee
Perfectly captures the snarkiness and mutual irritation.
Aquila's Hound [Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanies the story The Cyber-fighter (Sex Scene) by planejane
...illegally hot.
The Cares of Tomorrow
Take notes, Twilight. This is how you do it.
Esca looks like he is either about to confess something or about to rip someone to shreds. (Alternatively, he could be about to confess having ripped someone to shreds, but let’s not get technical).
Against The Grain
↬ accompanies the story Against The Grain by lemondilemma
From the masterlist:
First Art Set, Second Art Set, Third Art Set, Fourth Art Set, Fifth Art Set ✩ ✩ ✩
Something for everyone!
I’m not going to link to the stories because that would keep me busy for a while.
art by tattiOsala
The style of this artist is cartoonish and amusing; expects tons of fantastic, Cub-centered cuteness!
PinkStripes [Marcus/Esca, Cub] ✩ ✩ ✩
Sometimes Marcus can't help being an overly attached boyfriend.
greenyellow [Marcus/Esca, Cub] ✩ ✩ ✩
I love the perspective! And the fact that Marcus can't stop teasing Esca.
POLARbear [Marcus/Esca, Cub] ✩ ✩ ✩
I'm pretty sure they uploaded this to Facebook.
SLOBBERrrr [Esca, Cub]
ESCAandCUB [Esca, Cub]
iHATEYOU [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
My heart breaks for Marcus. (How could it not?).
HAPPY EASTER [Esca, Cub]
He he. Adorable!
kissikissiME [Marcus/Esca]
cJAMMON[Marcus/Esca AU or Tatum/Bell] ✩ ✩ ✩
In my mind, this is Quarterback!Marcus and Theatre!Guy!Esca. Marcus is hilariously cheery and Esca is all kohl-lined grumpiness...
CHANNON [Marcus/Esca AU or Tatum/Bell]
Not right now, Channing [Marcus/Esca AU or Tatum/Bell]
mrBITEY [Marcus/Esca, Cub] ✩ ✩ ✩
Something about Marcus's face here cracks me up! I think he reminds me a bit of Max (from the infamous Sam 'n' Max).
art by Captaindick
This artist experiments with a range of different styles, all of which are interesting to look at.
Something -one to kiss [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Yay! This makes my slasher heart rejoice.
Uncle Aquila [Marcus/Esca, Uncle Aquila]
He had to know one way or the other...
Cub must go [Marcus/Esca, Cub] ✩ ✩ ✩
Something about the composition of this picture just works like a charm. It’s almost minimalistic, but effective.
the Eagle cartoon [Marcus, Esca]
He he, this cartoonish style is charming! Love the awkwardness of their posture.
the Eagle scrap [Marcus/Esca]
Pretty, pretty. (Also, damn! Marcus is one fine Roman.)
too close for comfort [Marcus/Esca]
Now this is UST two seconds away from becoming RST.
Acrylic [Marcus/Esca]
I need to see moar.
The Alternative Universe (colored) and the Alternative Universe (sketch) [Marcus/Esca]
Domestic and blissed out, featuring some very strategic placement of hickeys.
Untitled [Marcus/Esca]
Cool experimentation with colors.
Not again, Captain [Tintin Crossover] ✩ ✩ ✩
Fantastic. Very inspired.
the Eagle cartoons return [Marcus/Esca]
I like this cartoon style. It's different.
Actor stuff [Channing Tatum, Jamie Bell] ✩ ✩ ✩
Jamie Bell is so extremely precious in this picture! Gah, I can't take it.
Getting the toga off [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Technically not a toga, but I agree with everything else. I think the UST is palpable here - it's an intimate moment in their ordinary life.
Bathing [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Esca is nothing if not considerate.
What happened? [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Terrific picture. The composition of the light, the expressiveness of their faces, the tension of the moment...
art by madnessisreal
On Clouds We Dance [Marcus/Esca]
Finally, some dancing in this fandom!
Untitled [Marcus/Esca]
A playful sketch.
War Journalist [Marcus/Esca]
I love Esca's expression - very considering, I think.
The Eagle Art [Marcus/Esca]
Eating Us Alive [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanies the story Eating Us Alive by originalpuck
Awesome illustration for a wonderful story.
art by bunn
Marcus drives Cradoc's chariot ✩ ✩ ✩
A very atmospheric picture with a dramatic composition of light and dark elements.
An Unexpected Omen
↬ accompanied by the story An Unexpected Omen by Sineala
Perfect OT3 (all for each and each for all...).
Bringing in the Hay
Beautiful scenery and color contrasts.
Mists and Shadows ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanied by the story Mists and Shadows by Jain
Lovely coloring and shading!
art by shirokage
Marcus Flavius Aquila
Esca Mac Cunoval ✩ ✩ ✩
Esca looks like he is in his element and perfectly content to be so - in this picture, the background is just as important as he is. To me, the overall picture is very harmonious and optimistic. I'm left with the feeling that Esca is happy and has found his place in life.
art by nanael85
Amicus optima vitae possessio [Marcus/Esca]
Caldarium [Marcus] ✩ ✩ ✩
The color scheme is lovely!
liuthail [Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
The twin of "Caldarium". (Yep, I'm still in love with the color scheme).
art by melloinheat
Tahar [Seal Prince] ✩ ✩ ✩
Fierce! I'll guess he had a bad day...
Eagle and visnushki (sketch version) [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Fool [Marcus/Esca]
Was a cold night [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Uuuuunf. Majorly so.
Various artists
The Jock and The Hipster by snomuss [Marcus/Esca]
↬ accompanies the story Boys Like You Love Me Forever by radiogaga33
Perfectly captures Marcus’ befuddled expression and Esca’s holier-than-thou attitude.
The Eagle by Chiyuki N [Marcus, Esca]
A manga style interpretation of Marcus and Esca.
Esca by Chiyuki N
Electrogoth Esca by anon
Esca just rocks eyeliners. (We all suspected that).
Marcus by blacksliver
Esca by blacksliver ✩ ✩ ✩
Stunning!
Orders by lunulet [Marcus/Esca] ✩ ✩ ✩
Very hot. And sort of dub-conish...? I have no idea what's going on there. I'll let you be the judge.
The Eagle Portrait Study by simplyyellow [Channing Tatum, Jamie Bell]
Pencil drawn sketches. Right up my alley. GORGEOUS. The likeness is incredible.
Marcus x Esca by Cain the Smexy
Cute.
Tidewrack by bassino ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanied by the WIP story Tidewrack by beederiffic
A simple, yet stunning style.
Romanes Eunt Domus by the_little_owl ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanied by the story How to Learn Latin in 10 Days by demon_rum
Highly amusing homage to Monthy Python.
Esca the Bard by the_little_owl ✩ ✩ ✩
↬ accompanied by the story Songs of Isca by riventhorn
Esca by inkling31
Some OTPs by naahzda
Lot's of different pairings (and all of them eyecandy).
Ninth Legion Eagle Sketch by lili-paletskaya [Esca, Marcus]
Untitled, various by colourfulway
↬ accompanies the story Fighting the Cold by LaylaBinx
Art (The Eagle) by goss