Today, we celebrate those magnificent artists who shock us by painting in blood! As Nietzsche penned, “Of all that is written, I love only what a person hath written with his blood. Write with blood, and thou wilt find that blood is spirit.” The act of painting in blood likewise clearly demonstrates admirable levels of commitment — the type of spirit that searches only for authenticity. During my time as a metal journalist, I have spoken with a number of visual artists who spill their own blood for the sake of their canvases. Although their offerings may seem frightening, all have proved real sweethearts.

Before proceeding to our main list, Slovakia’s exceptional Mr. Dávid Glomba certainly deserves a shout-out; his artworks have been commissioned by a number of bands and have featured blood, coffee, ashes, etc.…