Canadian artist Dan Gartman has crafted a unique poker deck that merges the crisp textures of Cubism and the dynamic geometry of Futurism. His illustrations, rendered in watercolours, acrylics, and coloured pencils, bring to life characters and scenarios that are both surreal and familiar. From the warrior Achilles to the mysterious Unknown Water Anomaly, Gartman’s designs are a testament to his love for the imperfections of handmade art.

The King of Clubs, a central figure in Gartman’s deck, is a masterpiece in its own right. He’s crowned with a stencil-cut design, his sceptre a simple yet elegant line, embodying the precision and clarity of Gartman’s artistic vision. Meanwhile, the 'Unknown Water Anomaly' is a chilling depiction of the uncanny and the unexplained, a testament to Gartman’s ability to evoke a sense of wonder and fear in his viewers.

For those looking to explore Gartman’s world of art, his website offers a gateway. Whether you’re interested in his monster card deck designs or his study of the Iliad, his work is a blend of classical literature and modern artistic expression. With a touch of the unexpected, Gartman’s art invites us to see the world through a unique lens, one that combines the past and the future, the known and the unknown.