John Martin (painter) - Popular Culture

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A painting formerly attributed to John Martin, The Fallen Angels Entering Pandemonium, was used as the cover art of the NWOBHM band Angel Witch for their self-titled debut album.

The Great Day of His Wrath is used on the cover of Lustmord's iconic album, "Heresy".

The Great Day of His Wrath can also be seen adorning a wall in the computer game Zork Nemesis.

Ray Harryhausen, pioneering designer, stop-motion animator and developer of the process Dynamation (see Jason and the Argonauts 1963 and the first Clash of the Titans 1981) acknowledges the influence of John Martin on his work.

Derek Riggs, graphic designer, famous as the creator of the iconic record sleeves of the heavy metal band Iron Maiden was and continues to be inspired by John Martin in his work.

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