When characters are popular with fans, they are often depicted in fan art. While there are a number of different approaches to fan art, there are always several pieces of work that stand out as extraordinary. Sometimes this is due to a creative or cute redesign, sometimes it is a result of a popular mashup between two universes, and sometimes it is due to the pure talent of the artist.
One character who has many depictions via fan art is Natasha Romanova, AKA Black Widow. This Marvel superhero regularly outsmarts her opponents and remains a fierce and strong female character. With many fans excitedly awaiting the release of the film Black Widow, it seems like a great time to examine these amazing fan art depictions of the heroine.
10 Slytherin Black Widow
View this post on Instagramavengers as hogwarts houses natasha romanoff; slytherin! 💚 who’s next??👀👀
Many Harry Potter fans enjoy sorting characters from other franchises into their Hogwarts house. This is exactly what this artist has done in this picture as she sorted Black Widow into Slytherin house.
This placement is perfect for Natasha as she is cunning, manipulative, and powerful. Black Widow has proved to be a strong leader and possesses many of the positive traits associated with Slytherin house.
9 Edgy Black Widow
View this post on InstagramE aí gente, tudo bom? Viúva Negra II finalizada com sucesso! Fiz a primeira em 2018 e olha, vejo diferença, ein. É aquilo, tem que treinar, treinar e TREINAR, não tem dom divino nem fórmula mágica, é treino. Mas enfim, quem aí tava suuuper animado pra assistir esse filme e foi frustrado pelo Corona (favor ler na voz da Cardi B)?! Fazer oq né, só nos resta esperar que tudo passe logo pra podermos badalar no cinema novamente. Enquanto isso já sabem, se cuidem, usem máscara e se possível #fiqueemcasa !🕸🕷🕸 . . . . #viuvanegra #blackwidow #blackwidowmovie #vingadores #avengers #marvelbrasil #marvelbr #mcu #blackwidowfanart #avengersfanart #natasharomanoff #marvel #marvelfanart #marvelgirl #girlpower #desenhorealista #desenhoalapis #desenhoamao #artedodia #lapisdecor #fabercastell #fabercastellbrasil #desenhododia #desenh4ndo #artistsoninstagram
This fan art perfectly depicts the strength Black Widow possesses. Her pose and facial expression demonstrate the fierceness of her character.
All of the piercings in her ear give her an edge that somehow makes her seem more powerful. Her armor and weapons are on display, making it clear that she is ready for battle. There are so many small details in this piece of fan art that elevate the picture by providing texture, context, and dimension making this an outstanding portrayal of Black Widow.
8 Black And White Black Widow
View this post on InstagramI was really hyped for the Black Widow movie, I hope it is released soon😫✊🏽 So I kinda went out of patience and motivation while I was half way into it but still somehow I managed to complete it and that is the reason why it is not as good as I expected. It isn’t that perfect but i still hope you like it 🥺🖤 Also I’m open for commissions 🔻 🖤 🖤 🖤 🖤 🖤 🖤 🖤 🖤 🖤 #scarlettjohansson #blackwidow #blackwidowmovie #natasharomanoff #blackwidowfanart #marvel #marvelfanart #marveluniverse #avengers #avengersinfinitywar #avengersendgame #avengersfanart #marvelstudios #engame #infinitywar #blackwidowrazor #marvelcomics #mcu #artoftheday #pencilshading
This artist has created a very realistic representation of Black Widow. The amount of detail created using only pencil shading is incredible. In this picture, Natasha is shown wearing her signature Avenger’s suit. The picture is definitely based on her look in the first Avengers film.
It is interesting to reflect on how Natasha’s look has adapted over time in the MCU. With the evolution of her character in mind, one can consider what she may look like in the upcoming Black Widow film.
7 Digital Black Widow
View this post on Instagram✨ I finally drew Nat ✨
This artist regularly makes digital recreations of popular characters. She has developed a signature style which is evident in her depiction of Black Widow.
This character feels very much like her own character, separate from the MCU’s Black Widow, while still maintaining several of the elements that are signature of the popular character.
6 Cute Black Widow
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This artist taps into the lighter side of the heroine. She is still clearly powerful as she is shown to be equipped for battle, but there is something softer to the character.
This is created by using rounded lines to make her appear softer, giving off an overall feeling of cuteness. Natasha doesn’t seem to be as hardened by her experiences, giving the image a hopeful and weightless feeling.
5 Black Widow Pencil Sketch
View this post on Instagram@scarlett____johansson_ @black.widow #blackwidow 🖤one of my fav.💞 : #art #artwork #sketch #pencilsketch #scarlettjohansson #blackwidow#blackwidowfanart #avengers #marvelavengersfan#🖤👑
This is yet another talented pencil sketch of Black Widow. Unlike some of the previous fan art creations, it is clear that this Natasha has been impacted by the events in her life.
Her face looks hardened and she appears to be looking off at something in the distance and processing the scene in front of her. She feels ready to jump into action and fight for justice.
4 Stylized Black Widow
View this post on InstagramGive love for Natasha 🖤 I saw news about spidey and support #savespiderman , but I won’t to panic and I’m thinking that all will be okay! . . . #natasharomanoff #tonystark #scarlettjohansson #blackwidow #clintbarton #ronin #marvel #marvelfan #visdev #thanos #avengersendgame #avengers #procreate #1page1day #365 #studies #digitalart #visualdevelopment #avengersinfinitywar #captainamerica #loveyou3000
This is a very stylized version of Black Widow. The design is unique as the artist clearly has signature elements to their artwork. There are many sharp edges and distinct lines featured in the image, which makes the scene feel darker. Natasha is also very defined and her strength is evident through her accentuated muscles.
The expressiveness captured on her face evokes intense emotions as this artwork is a representation of her final scene in Avengers: Endgame. The gloominess of the scene is also well captured with detailed background elements.
3 Realistic Sketch
View this post on Instagram#Repost @_vishakha_arts_ (@get_repost) ・・・ ”I’m multitasking” –Natasha Romanoff(Black widow) _ Coloured sketch of Scarlett Johansson _ Thank you so much for the support💖…. I tried my best but can’t replicate her face properly.. Tell me how’s it in comment section 👇 _ _ #scarlettjohansson #blackwidow #marvel# #avengers# #mcu#coloursketch#natasharomanoffsketch #natasharomanoff#blackwidowsketch #avengersendgame #scarlettjohansson #endgame#captainmarvel #marvelstudios #avengersinfinitywar#blackwidow#blackwidowedit#blackwidowmovie#blackwidows#blackwidowrazor#blackwidowspider#blackwidowedits#blackwidowpencils#blackwidowtattoo#blackwidowmarvel#blackwidowfanart
This fan art has a realistic feel to it. Unlike many of the other sketches which seem cartoony or animated, this one almost feels like it could be a picture of the character.
This is due to the insane amount of detailed shading and texturing work in the photograph. The artist also carefully selected colors that worked well together, highlighting the dimensions, and adding more realism to the picture.
2 Black Widow V.S. Captain Phasma
View this post on Instagram🤓Marvel vs. Star Wars🤓 Who Wins This Fight? Black Widow or Captain Phasma? Follow @NumOneFan for #DailyArt – – – Art by @cvialet_art – – – #NumOneFan #1Fan #1 #TheComicFan #FanArt #Fan #Art #Fandom #StarWars #StarWarsArt #StarWarsFanArt #MarvelFanArt #Marvel #MarvelArt #Lucasfilm #MarvelComics #MarvelFandom #MarvelStudios #BlackWidowArt #BlackWidow #BlackWidowFanArt #CaptainPhasma #AvengersFanArt #AvengersArt #Avengers #Comics #ScarlettJohansson #MarvelvsStarWars #MarvelCinematicUniverse
It is always interesting to consider how powerful characters from different franchises would fare against one another. This fan art has merged the MCU with the Star Wars Universe and imagined two formidable female opponents facing off.
The idea of Black Widow and Captain Phasma engaged in a battle is exciting to many and this picture clearly captures how epic the fight would be.
1 Heroines
View this post on Instagrammy best girls (brie said her favorite avenger is black widow so maybe.. tag her please? 💌)
Captain Marvel and Black Widow are both strong female heroes from the MCU, but the two share little screen time together.
In this fan art, the two are depicted to have a close friendship and seem happy to be in one another’s company. It is clear that there is a playfulness and connection between the two, displaying intimacy fans wish they had been able to see on the screen.
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