"Tales of the Forgotten" Album Cover Art by Erki Schotter

Tales of the Forgotten is a cinematic cartoon-style illustration that invites viewers into a nostalgic vision of the cosmos—where memory, mystery, and adventure intertwine.

A group of robotic wanderers and humanoid explorers sit at the edge of a colossal space station, silently watching the stars. Below them, Earth glows, cloaked in soft clouds, while a lone rocket ascends, cutting a trail through the atmosphere toward the unknown. Bathed in moonlight and neon, the scene captures the fragile beauty of a universe both familiar and distant.

The illustration blends clean linework, rich textures, and cinematic lighting, evoking a sense of a lost era of space exploration. Each character is uniquely designed, with subtle details that suggest untold backstories and forgotten paths—visual echoes of a time gone by.

A palette of cool blues, deep purples, and warm golden accents creates a striking contrast between the cold stillness of space and the fading warmth of civilization. Atmospheric touches—like glowing panels, rocket motion blur, and a slight grainy finish—add depth, life, and a timeless, hand-drawn aesthetic.

This piece isn’t just an illustration—it’s a gateway to a story waiting to be discovered.

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