Bard in a Hidden Lagoon — Concept Art

A fantasy bard stands at the edge of a hidden lagoon, surrounded by towering emerald trees and hanging moss. The turquoise water is perfectly still, reflecting a sky filtered through a dense jungle canopy. This is a concept-art style illustration: cinematic, high-detail, painterly textures, and dramatic backlighting. The bard wears a weathered leather coat with a flowing embroidered cloak and a feathered hat, and they cradle a carved lute etched with runes. They sing, and magical musical notes drift from the instrument, glowing softly as they arc over the water and dissolve into glow like fireflies. In the lagoon’s depths lie faint, submerged ancient ruins and moonlit koi-like fish. Soft bioluminescent plants along the shore glow in greens and blues, while distant waterfalls add a misty veil. Composition favors a three-quarter view of the bard, with reflections rippling in the water and a sense of secret wonder and discovery. Style cues: epic fantasy concept art, digital painting, crisp outlines, rich color palette, depth of field, and moody, adventurous atmosphere.