Reconnecting | A brief update on Thomas’s work and legacy
September 7, 2026
Dear Friends and Community,
It has been a few years since my dad passed away, and our family has been taking the time to process his passing and thoughtfully organize his estate.
During his life, this community—and the connections he made through his work—his art, writing, and creative projects —meant the world to him. As his daughter, I am stepping in to care for his official channels to try and ensure his creative legacy continues to be shared and remembered.
Moving forward, I will be using this space to share updates from his archive, celebrate his past work, and keep you informed about projects he was passionate about. In fact, I’m working on making one of his final projects available very soon, and I look forward to sharing more details with you in an upcoming note.
Thank you for your patience, your quiet support, and for continuing to hold Thomas's work in such high regard over the years. It is an honor to reconnect with you all.
Warmly,
Ivy Buchanan
On behalf of Thomas Buchanan
Original Artwork Available
my solo show is here
February 1, 2019
As an illustrator, my artwork is most often created to be used in printed material, but some of it now is looking to be seen in a frame on a wall.
I don’t often offer my original art for sale, but I’m delighted to have 99 original art pieces in a one-person show called ‘Mystique’—
a theme that resonates with the quality that I look for in much of
my subject matter.
The concept of ‘mystique’ goes far beyond words. It is a fascinating aura of mystery, awe, and power. The show begins to explore that elusive quality found in the beauty and character of many people— whether in reality or imagination.
The show can be seen at IX Gallery, a virtual online gallery that is the premier site of “Contemporary Imaginative Realism”. Check it out from February 1 to the 28th at www.ixgallery.com.
High in the Sky with Spectrum 25
December 31, 2018
As an illustrator, my recognition profile tends to be low—near the horizon—working behind-the-scenes much of the time, creating concept drawings for projects-in-planning, artwork for educational panels seen in museums and visitor centers, and lots of work for private commissions.
However, this year I was honored to have four of my jury-selected art pieces accepted and printed in Spectrum 25, the annual book publication showcasing“The Best in Contemporary Fantastic Art.” You can get more information about this beautiful book at www.fleskpublications.com.
This is a high-profile event for me — high in a starry sky — my work residing amongst a STELLAR constellation of today’s great illustrators’ fantasy works.
As well, I’m currently finishing artwork for a one-person online show at IXGallery that opens February 1. More information on that as it gets closer.
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