Named after astronomical artist
Chesley Bonestell, the Chesleys have recognized outstanding artwork related to science fiction and fantasy since 1985. They are chosen by members of the Association of Science Fiction and Fantasy Artists (ASFA), which includes artists, collectors, publishers, and the fans.
The nominees below introduced their works during 1999. The winners will be announced at an award ceremony Friday night.
Best Cover Illustration: Hardback Book
Bob Eggleton, Dragon and Phoenix by Joanne Bertin
Bob Eggleton, Rainbow Mars by Larry Niven
Jody Lee, The Black Swan by Mercedes Lackey
Todd Lockwood, The Spine of the World by R.A. Salvatore
Michael Whelan, Otherland: Mountain of Black Glass by Tad Williams
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Best Cover Illustration: Paperback Book
Rowena Morrill, The Garden of Stone by Victoria Strauss
John Jude Palencar, The Terrorists of Irustan by Louise Marley
Jean Pierre Targete, Wrapt in Crystal by Sharon Shinn
James Warhola, Callahan's Crosstime Saloon by Spider Robinson
Stephen Youll, Eberien: Book One; the Company of Glass by Valery Leith
Best Cover Illustration: Magazine
Jill Bauman, Fantasy and Science Fiction Magazine, June 1999
Alan Clark, Cemetery Dance, Fall 1999
Bob Eggleton, Fantasy and Science Fiction Magazine, August 1999
Greg Hildebrandt, Realms of Fantasy, August 1999
Ron Walotsky, Fantasy and Science Fiction Magazine, April 1999
Best Interior Illustration
Vincent di Fate, Rules of Engagement by Elizabeth Moon (limited edition frontispiece)
James Gurney, Dinotopia: First Flight
Jael, The Little Princess by Francis Hodgson Burnett
Marianne Plumridge, "Rainbow Mothra," G-Fan, March/April 1999
Omar Rayyan "Weighing the Elephant," Spider Magazine, March 1999
Best Color Work, Unpublished
Bob Eggleton, "Dragonstorm"
Marc Fishman, "Titania"
Stephen Hickman, "At the Entmoot" (first displayed 1999)
Don Maitz, "King Solomon's Mines"
Marianne Plumridge, "Aphrodite Rising"
Michael Whelan, "Peace"
Best Monochrome Work, Unpublished
Rick Berry, "Artemis"
Bob Eggleton, "Dragonhenge"
Stanley Morrison, "Asian Wonders"
Sheila Rayyan, "Claire et la Luna"
Sheila Rayyan, "It Followed Me Home, Can I Keep It?"
Best Three-Dimensional Art
Marian Crane, "Maschera d'Osso", ivory, fiber, displayed at World Fantasy
Halla Fleisher, "Never Say Die", sculpey, displayed at Philcon
Johnna Klukas, "From the Astrologer's Anteroom", furniture grouping
Marianne Plumridge, "Heartsong", bronze
Lisa Snellings, "Bendyman", mixed media
Award for Artistic Achievement
John Berkey
Rick Berry
David Cherry
Stephen Hickman
Ron Walotsky
Best Art Direction
Jim Baen, Baen Books
Cathy and Arnie Fenner, Spectrum and the Frank Frazetta tribute, Legacy
Irene Gallo, Tor Books
Don Puckey, Warner Books
Ron Spears, Wizards of the Coast
Best Gaming-Related Illustration
Brom, "Warriors of Heaven and Guide to Hell", two-sided Duelist insert poster
Donato Giancola, "Ivy Scholar", card art, Magic: the Gathering
Carol Heyer, "Dune" card, put out by Last Unicorn Games with Wizards of the Coast
Todd Lockwood, "Creatures of the Night: Golems"
R.K. Post, "Unmask", card art, Magic: the Gathering
Best Product Illustration
Richard Bober, Cleopatra plate art for Hamilton Mint
Iain McCaig, character and costume design for Star Wars: Episode One
Kinuko Y. Craft, Honey Lemon Ginseng Green Tea box art for Celestial Seasonings
Keith Parkinson, cover art for Everquest, 989 Studios/Sony
Drew Struzan, Star Wars: Episode One poster
Award for Contribution to the Association of Science Fiction and Fantasy Artists (ASFA)
Jael, Chesley Team Leader in 1999
Jeff Watson, ASFA website design and maintenance
Mel White, editorship of the ASFA Quarterly
Wizards of the Coast, for financial assistance and layout of last year's Chesley Awards Brochure
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