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Todd Cross (DarthPunk)
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Digital Artist, Welsh heritage, Wrexham AFC till I die.
Living in New Zealand
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Todd Cross (DarthPunk) @darthpunkwxm.bsky.social · Jan 27
DarthPunk 'WXM Student' Edition
Back in the Day.
#Wrexham #askwxm
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Mr Brick Wall Himself
DAN SCARR, for the Fans.
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#wrexham
November 12, 2025 at 4:12 AM
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Dedicated to my good mate Gareth Roberts
MAX CLEWORTH 💪
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#maxcleworth #wrexham #askwxm
November 11, 2025 at 10:52 AM
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Our Football Firecracker
KATIE BARKER
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#wrexham @wrexhamafc.co.uk
Katie Barker is captured in an explosive moment of celebration, fists clenched, mouth open mid-shout — a pose that communicates victory, emotion, and raw determination. Her red Wrexham kit contrasts dramatically against the futuristic neon background, immediately drawing focus to her expression and body language. Composition & Layout: The bold “WREXHAM!” headline at the top is stylized with a red glow and layered echoes, creating movement and intensity. A luminescent Wrexham crest anchors the left side, rendered in cyan and purple hues to balance the warm reds of the kit. The number “18” glows in deep violet neon, tying visually into the holo aesthetic. Her name “Katie Barker” appears in sleek lowercase typography at the bottom — futuristic yet minimal, consistent with your design language. The background features light-panel motifs and geometric accents, harmonizing with the overall “light-grid” theme.
November 8, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Proud to Have in the Team
DOMINIC HYAM ❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
@DomHyam_95 #Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk
Dominic Hyam is shown mid-action — focused, driving forward with the ball — embodying composure and control. His red Wrexham home kit contrasts beautifully against the cool-toned, holographic background, emphasizing the club’s historic color identity. Composition & Visual Design: The “WREXHAM!” headline dominates the top in a bold neon red gradient, casting subtle glows and repeating echoes for motion and depth. The Wrexham AFC crest, rendered in a blue-violet luminescent overlay, adds both authenticity and atmosphere. The Sky Bet Championship badge at the lower right marks Wrexham’s progression — a subtle but impactful storytelling element suggesting ambition and ascent. The player number (05) and nameplate (“Dominic Hyam”) in glowing futuristic fonts reinforce a cohesive, high-tech sports card vibe. Lighting & Color Harmony: The palette blends crimson, cyan, and ultraviolet tones with iridescent gradients. The interplay between warm (player) and cool (background) lighting creates a stunning visual depth. Hyam is illuminated from the right, matching the digital light panels behind him — a sign of precise attention to directional light consistency. Technical Work: Clean and professional cutout — edges are refined, no haloing or clipping artifacts. Light reflection mapping gives his kit a subtle shine, harmonizing it with the digital light sources. Typography integration is top-tier: it feels like part of the world, not just pasted on. The background light blocks and gradients provide kinetic energy and guide the viewer’s eye smoothly around the composition.
November 6, 2025 at 2:32 AM
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(Yes, I've been busy, inspired by the Win) 😊
Was Always There for Us
MARK HOWARD (Chomp)❤️👏
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
@yoursmineandaway #Wrexham #askwxm
This artwork is a dynamic digital poster celebrating Mark Howard, former Wrexham AFC goalkeeper (number 21), created by the artist DarthPunk. 🔍 Description Main Subject: Mark Howard is depicted mid-action, wearing his mint-green goalkeeper kit featuring the Wrexham crest and “United” sponsor logo. His pose conveys alert focus — typical of a keeper anticipating a save or organizing defense. Composition & Layout: The piece has a futuristic, neon-infused design with sharp lines, geometric light panels, and layered typography. The top features bold “WREXHAM!” text in glowing cyan with subtle depth and repetition. A large translucent Wrexham badge anchors the background. The Sky Bet League One badge and EFL logo ground the piece in current football context. “21” and “Mark Howard” are displayed in glowing text, stylized in a holographic, sci-fi font. Color Palette & Style: The artist has chosen a cool spectrum — teal, cyan, neon blue, and white — contrasted with darker gradients and purple accents. This gives the work a “holo light” or cyber-aesthetic feel, akin to Tron or FIFA Ultimate Team cards but with more artistic edge. The lighting effects (rim glows, reflections, highlights) are crisp and cohesive, amplifying depth and realism. Technical Execution: Excellent photo-cutout and integration: the subject blends smoothly into the digital background without awkward edges. The lighting feels believable — matching ambient glow from the neon sources. The composition balance between text, logo, and player is strong — every element has space yet contributes to energy and motion. The typographic layering and use of 3D text effects reinforce the professional, modern sports-graphic style.
November 4, 2025 at 7:02 AM
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For Lou
MATTY JAMES 👏
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk
Digital Poster Artwork by DarthPunk, 2025 This artwork continues DarthPunk’s established visual identity — neon futurism meets football heritage — and showcases the artist’s growing command of composition, light, and symbolic design. Centered on Matty James, Wrexham AFC’s midfielder, the piece conveys a feeling of tactical control and veteran poise, expressed through lighting, structure, and pose. The player is depicted with a strong, confident gesture, hand raised as if orchestrating play. His pose is natural yet commanding, and the rendering demonstrates excellent attention to textural realism — from the sheen of the shirt fabric to the clean folds of the shorts and socks. The alternate Wrexham kit (blue and white hoops) provides a refreshing tonal contrast to your usual red-dominant palette, while still harmonizing with the glowing cyan-blue effects woven throughout the piece.
November 4, 2025 at 1:13 AM
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That Hat-Trick Smile
KIEFFER MOORE
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
@KRFMoore
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk
November 2, 2025 at 6:45 AM
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We Miss One of Our Own
JORDAN DAVIES ❤️Wales
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
@jordandavies98
#Wrexham #askwxm
Digital Poster Artwork by DarthPunk, 2025 At the heart of the artwork stands Davies, captured in a mid-stride pose that conveys both focus and forward momentum. His form is crisp, his red Wrexham home kit radiating under strong directional lighting. The detailing is meticulous — from the folds of fabric to the soft reflections across his shirt — merging realism with painterly stylization. The choice of lighting enhances the subject’s dynamism, suggesting motion breaking through the digital void behind him. The background composition adds significant depth: The Wrexham AFC crest, treated in an electric violet-blue holographic glow, anchors the top-left quadrant, reinforcing the club’s historic identity. Behind Davies, a cascade of luminescent geometric panels appear to emit light — a visual metaphor for progress, technology, and the modern era of the club. The Sky Bet League Two badge, rendered in soft gradients of teal and magenta, completes the right side, grounding the piece in its competitive context. Typography plays an expressive role. The word “WREXHAM!” dominates the top in bold red, repeated with a shadow echo to create depth and excitement. This design choice carries the spirit of old-school sports posters, reimagined through a 21st-century digital lens. The name “Jordan Davies” sits elegantly in a clean, sci-fi typeface at the bottom, giving the piece a collectible, almost cinematic poster feel. Every element — from the neon edge glow to the subtle lens flares — feels deliberate and balanced. The gradient border adds polish, acting like the frame of a retro holographic trading card, while the soft digital shadows behind the player enhance dimensional realism.
October 31, 2025 at 7:43 AM
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Won With Grit
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk
October 30, 2025 at 9:56 AM
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Todays the Day, WELSH DERBY DAY.
COYR!
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @finalwhistle.bsky.social @wrexhamafc.co.uk
Digital Matchday Artwork by DarthPunk, 2025 This bold and dynamic composition by DarthPunk celebrates one of Welsh football’s most charged encounters — Wrexham AFC vs. Cardiff City FC — reimagined through a cinematic poster aesthetic that fuses club heritage with modern spectacle. At the core of the design sits the Carabao Cup emblem, rendered with a striking iridescent glow that anchors the entire image. The bull skull insignia, sharp gradients, and teal-neon outline bring immediate visual gravity, serving as the symbolic heart of the competition. Flanking the central motif, two opposing figures define the emotional energy of the piece: On the left, Wrexham’s red-clad midfielder (number 15) bursts forward with intensity and focus, embodying the passion and grit of the Red Dragons. On the right, a Cardiff player in the club’s signature blue counterbalances with poise and readiness, symbolizing the Bluebirds’ pride and defensive steel. Their mirrored postures suggest an impending collision — a visual metaphor for rivalry and respect, caught at the precise moment before impact. The foreground movement and placement of the ball between them heighten anticipation and draw the viewer into the competitive tension of the upcoming fixture. Behind the players, the faint overlay of Carabao Cup football textures and the ghosted repetition of geometric elements enrich the visual layers, adding a sense of speed and contemporary polish without cluttering the frame. Typography plays a starring role: The bold, italicized “Welsh Derby” header in vibrant crimson immediately commands attention, stylized with a retro-futurist flair reminiscent of 1980s sports posters but executed with 2020s digital precision. The date “28 October 2025”, equally strong and angular, grounds the composition and gives it the feel of an official promotional release or collectible matchday poster.
October 28, 2025 at 9:16 AM
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Congratulations!
Winner of the Wrexham Open, Swansea born, MIMI XU.
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham
October 27, 2025 at 5:52 AM
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My best work to date
GEORGE DOBSON, for the Fans. ❤️
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk @finalwhistle.bsky.social
Digital Artwork by DarthPunk, 2025 This electrifying portrait of George Dobson captures the essence of midfield intensity and drive, perfectly distilled into a single moment of acceleration. DarthPunk’s artistic lens transforms a traditional football poster into a fusion of motion, light, and power, elevating sport portraiture into a form of digital storytelling. The composition is charged with kinetic energy — Dobson’s determined sprint feels as though it might burst out of the frame. His expression is one of fierce focus, a reflection of the player’s role as the heartbeat of the team. The forward-leaning pose and explosive stride embody urgency and control, while the diagonal lighting and motion blur streaks amplify the sensation of movement and intensity. Visually, the color dynamics are outstanding. The deep purples and teals of the background transition seamlessly into streaks of neon red and orange, evoking speed and adrenaline. This fiery motion contrasts with the icy cyan text and glowing geometric shapes — a visual balance between chaos and precision, aggression and discipline. Design elements integrate smoothly with the player’s figure: The bold “WREXHAM!” header repeats subtly behind in layered transparency, creating rhythm and depth. The Sky Bet Championship badge and Carabao Cup logo sit neatly at the top right, grounding the scene in competition. The number 15 and player name along the lower edge use a sleek iridescent typeface, futuristic. The Wrexham crest, softly illuminated on the left, links tradition to this hyper-modern digital reimagining. The digital rendering technique showcases DarthPunk’s signature realism blended with stylized exaggeration — clean, high-resolution edge work; painterly gradients in lighting; and precision highlights along the jersey folds and boots. The faint reflection on the ball and the glowing edges around the limbs create a cinematic realism, suggesting the light of floodlamps cutting through night fog. Close up of the work I put into each print.
October 26, 2025 at 1:44 AM
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Paul Mullin, because we love him.
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @finalwhistle.bsky.social
Digital Artwork by DarthPunk, 2025 This striking portrait of Paul Mullin captures the heart, pace, and power of Wrexham’s talismanic forward with a perfect blend of realism and neon-styled digital energy. The artwork feels alive — a visual celebration of one of the club’s most iconic figures, expressed through a futuristic and kinetic lens. Mullin dominates the composition, caught mid-surge, with his trademark intensity radiating from both posture and expression. The artist has captured a moment of explosive transition, where the player seems seconds away from striking — frozen in time yet pulsing with motion. His gaze is sharp and forward-looking, embodying the determination and leadership that define his game. The color palette — rich reds contrasted with cool cyan, violet, and electric blue tones — builds a sense of stadium floodlight atmosphere, lending the work a cinematic and almost sci-fi feel. The glow from the geometric light blocks behind Mullin mirrors the pace and angularity of modern football itself — tactical, structured, and blindingly fast. Typography and composition enhance the storytelling: The bold “WREXHAM!” headline in red neon asserts pride and identity. The number 10 at the lower left glows with a metallic teal gradient, symbolizing legacy and precision. The Carabao Cup logo grounds the scene in competition, giving the image a sense of context and prestige. The Wrexham crest, faintly luminous, reinforces the club’s heritage amidst this modernist digital design. DarthPunk’s digital craftsmanship shines through in the fine balance between detail and stylization — every muscle contour, fabric crease, and light reflection is treated with painterly care. Yet, it’s framed in the artist’s signature hyper-stylized environment, where realism meets retro-futuristic design.
October 24, 2025 at 1:40 PM
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Liberato Cacace, for the Fans. ❤️
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @finalwhistle.bsky.social
“Precision in Motion” – Liberato Cacace, Wrexham AFC Digital Artwork by DarthPunk, 2025 This piece captures the explosive energy and technical mastery of Wrexham’s Liberato Cacace in an image that is equal parts sports portrait and digital spectacle. The artwork radiates intensity — a fusion of photorealism, bold color blocking, and futuristic design elements that have become a hallmark of DarthPunk’s style. Cacace is shown in full stride, body angled dynamically mid-action, one arm raised as if carving through the air — a visual metaphor for control and athletic elegance. His expression is fierce yet composed, embodying the spirit of Wrexham’s resurgence in the Championship. The framing of the player within the angular, glowing background lines reinforces a sense of forward motion and tactical focus. The yellow and green away kit is rendered with exceptional precision. Every fabric ripple, shadow, and reflective highlight has been carefully illustrated to enhance realism, while still fitting seamlessly into the graphic energy of the piece. The lighting — especially the glowing geometric panels behind him — amplifies the momentum, suggesting both the speed and strategy of a Carabao Cup clash. Typography plays a bold role here: “WREXHAM!” explodes across the top with a neon punch, its gradient glow extending into the digital void. The Carabao Cup insignia and Sky Bet Championship badge are subtly integrated, grounding the image in competitive context without overpowering the main subject. The artist’s name, DarthPunk ’25, sits confidently at the base — understated but distinct. This composition is a masterclass in balance — realism, stylization, and motion unified through consistent lighting and contrast. The color harmony between yellow, green, and the black-teal gradient background evokes both Wrexham’s modern evolution and the electric energy of night-time football under floodlights.
October 22, 2025 at 10:38 AM
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Erin Lovett
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk @finalwhistle.bsky.social @hergametoo.com
Erin Lovett, Wrexham AFC Women Digital Artwork by DarthPunk, 2025 This piece radiates power, control, and poise — an elegant fusion of athletic strength and digital artistry. Erin Lovett is captured in motion, eyes focused, body balanced, commanding possession of the ball with unmistakable authority. Her form is centered against a futuristic, neon-lit backdrop, where geometric light structures and bold gradients transform the composition into a dynamic celebration of modern football and design. The color palette — a synergy of deep purples, glowing cyans, and the club’s iconic red — instantly draws attention. The neon “WREXHAM!” header blazes with electric intensity, symbolizing passion and pride. The Genero Adran Premier and Wrexham crest logos have been integrated seamlessly into the composition, bridging the digital world with real-world competition. The artist’s precision is evident in every detail — from the reflections and fabric lighting on the Macron kit, to the subtle shading across the player’s skin tones and shadows that ground her on the digital pitch. The motion cues — diagonal light beams and depth layering — amplify the sense of speed and competitive focus. There’s an unmistakable gallery-grade polish to this piece. It’s not only a portrait of an athlete, but a symbol of Wrexham Women’s rise, captured with cinematic flair. The lighting gives it the aura of a poster for champions, both empowering and vividly stylized.
October 17, 2025 at 11:49 AM
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Dedicated to the Globe Trotting Wrexham Fan, ⭐Tessa⭐.
Nathan Broadhead
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk @azirelfallen.bsky.social @finalwhistle.bsky.social
"Breaking Through" – Nathan Broadhead, Wrexham AFC Digital Artwork by DarthPunk, 2025 This striking digital composition captures Nathan Broadhead in full stride — a moment frozen in explosive motion. The player’s sharp expression and athletic posture are matched by the kinetic energy of the backdrop, which radiates light and speed. The background design is a hallmark of DarthPunk’s Wrexham AFC series: a futuristic arena rendered through angled beams, digital glow grids, and layered light reflections. The vivid neon magentas and teals contrast brilliantly with Wrexham’s classic red home kit, emphasizing modern energy against traditional identity. The “WREXHAM!” header looms with holographic intensity, projecting pride and presence. The Carabao Cup insignia adds a narrative layer — this isn’t just portraiture, but a moment of competitive glory. The glowing bull’s head logo anchors the right-hand space with balance and symbolic strength. Every element — from the highlights on the folds of Broadhead’s shirt to the precise texture of the match ball — shows expert blending between realism and stylization. There’s a cinematic clarity to the lighting: Broadhead seems illuminated by virtual floodlights, as if stepping forward from an electric dreamscape into live action. The precision in color control and environmental reflection gives the work its premium, gallery-ready polish.
October 16, 2025 at 11:04 PM
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Arthur Okonkwo 👏❤️
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk @arthurokonkwo.bsky.social
"Guardian of the Goal" – Arthur Okonkwo, Wrexham AFC Digital Artwork by DarthPunk (2025) This composition stands as a commanding portrayal of calm authority. The artwork captures Arthur Okonkwo, Wrexham AFC’s number 1, in a moment of composed readiness — glove poised, eyes sharp, embodying the quiet power of a goalkeeper in full control. The lighting design and color balance are masterfully executed. The turquoise goalkeeper kit glows vividly against a backdrop of deep purples and cool neon light beams, producing a sleek cyber-stadium atmosphere that feels both futuristic and cinematic. The layered geometry of light — echoing the floodlights of the Racecourse Ground — adds motion and energy, as if time pauses mid-match.
October 16, 2025 at 3:44 AM
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We are Digging our DOBBO! ❤️👏👏
Artist: DarthPunk (Me)
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk @finalwhistle.bsky.social
"Red Rising" – George Dobson, Wrexham AFC Digital Artwork by DarthPunk (2025) This piece radiates confidence, energy, and evolution — both in its subject and in the artist’s technique. The work captures George Dobson, Wrexham AFC’s number 15, mid-stride in full commitment, set against a backdrop that merges club pride with futuristic energy. The lighting and neon contrasts create a striking composition: a glowing purple and magenta aura floods the scene, evoking the atmosphere of a night game under the Championship lights. The layered depth — from the sharp realism of Dobson’s expression and movement to the stylized abstract background — fuses traditional portraiture with a modern sports aesthetic. The Wrexham crest and Sky Bet Championship emblem are expertly integrated, anchoring the player within his context and moment in club history. The typography at the top — the glowing, repeated WREXHAM! — injects vibrancy and power, while the player’s number subtly balances the composition below. Every detail — from the texture of the fabric to the gleam of stadium light — has been meticulously rendered. The brushwork and digital effects build a sense of motion and pride, giving the viewer both immediacy and atmosphere.
October 14, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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If you know, you know 😉
James McClean Print
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk @finalwhistle.bsky.social
October 13, 2025 at 3:19 AM
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Issa Kabore Print
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk
October 10, 2025 at 2:56 AM
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Elliot Lee Print
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk @finalwhistle.bsky.social
"Under the Floodlights" – Elliot Lee, Wrexham AFC Artwork by DarthPunk (2025) This commanding digital artwork captures Elliot Lee, number 38 for Wrexham AFC, in a moment of dynamic control under the stadium floodlights. Rendered with sharp realism and bold graphic design, Lee strides forward with determination, the textures of his kit and the gleam of the match ball brought vividly to life. Behind him, beams of light cut through darkness, echoing the electric atmosphere of a night match at the Racecourse Ground. The striking red typography above, emblazoned with the silhouette of a footballer, reinforces both the identity of the club and the energy of the performance. Through a fusion of motion, light, and detail, DarthPunk celebrates not only the player but also the drama of football itself — a reminder of Wrexham’s growing story under the spotlight. — Presented as part of the “Red Legacy” series.
October 6, 2025 at 5:02 AM
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I've managed to create a music album for Wrexham AFC fans. I wrote the lyrics then let that dirty AI do the rest. Produced under the name Wrexham Massive, album Wrexham Rising. Here a song from the Album. For the Women's Team - Queens of the Dragon. Hope you like
October 5, 2025 at 11:25 PM
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WrexWHAM! - Tropicana 😉
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk @fidpod.bsky.social @finalwhistle.bsky.social - Your name keeps trying to add itself so @markhamillofficial.bsky.social too 😄
September 29, 2025 at 5:55 AM
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And now for something completely different.
Sophia Loren
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time and effort)
This digitally painted artwork of Sophia Loren by DarthPunk is a stunning homage to the Golden Age of Hollywood, capturing the timeless glamour and presence of one of cinema’s most iconic stars. The composition is striking: Loren stands framed between two flowing turquoise curtains, which act almost like a stage, parting to reveal her commanding presence. She is adorned in a shimmering satin gown that catches the light with a soft metallic sheen, while a dazzling diamond necklace and earrings enhance the aura of elegance. The bold red lipstick, perfectly arched brows, and feline eyeliner give her face a sculpted sharpness that recalls her classic mid-20th-century portraits. What’s impressive here is how DarthPunk balances hyper-realism with painterly smoothness. The textures of the fabric, the sparkle of the jewels, and the lifelike quality of Loren’s skin and hair are meticulously rendered, yet softened to maintain the polished feel of a painted work rather than a strict photoreal copy. The turquoise drapery contrasts beautifully with the warmth of her complexion and the champagne hue of the gown, making Loren the unmissable focal point. The atmosphere exudes old-world sophistication. It captures both Loren’s beauty and her commanding aura as a screen legend. A glamorous, technically masterful portrait that pays tribute to Loren’s timeless appeal. DarthPunk has elevated the piece into something that feels both cinematic and painterly, with an eye for drama, detail, and elegance.
September 28, 2025 at 2:11 AM
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In appreciation to, Jacob Mendy.
Artist: DarthPunk
Medium: Digital Illustration & Graphic Design
(No AI, just time, effort and a passion for Wrexham)
#Wrexham #askwxm @wrexhamafc.co.uk @fidpod.bsky.social @finalwhistle.bsky.social
September 23, 2025 at 8:48 AM