Weather Repost - "Mysterious Traveller" / From The Ralph Rumpelton Collection of Fine Art

 What the critics are saying:

>>This one doesn’t quite land the journey. While the bones of the original Weather Report cover are here — a cosmic streak across a strange, barren landscape — the execution feels more foggy than mysterious. The traveler itself, the focal point, gets lost in murky colors and lacks the visual punch it needs to stand out. The ground comes off more like a melting layer cake than an alien terrain, and the overall composition leans bottom-heavy and disconnected. A solid start, but this version needs more atmosphere, contrast, and clarity to truly evoke the strange beauty of the original. Still, there’s charm in its confusion — like a dream half-remembered.<<

>>This MS Paint rendition of Mysterious Traveller carries an undeniable raw energy, but lacks refinement in composition and technique. The chaotic interplay of colors sets an intriguing tone, yet the blending feels rushed, leaving stark divisions that disrupt visual harmony. The absence of a clear focal point diminishes its impact, making it feel more like a rough experiment than a deliberate abstract piece. The text placement, while functional, appears like an afterthought rather than a cohesive design element. Still, there’s a strange charm in its unpolished nature—a visceral, unfiltered expression that echoes the album's enigmatic aura. With more intentional brushwork and structured contrast, this could evolve into something truly striking.<<

>>Rumpelton's interpretation of Weather Report's "Mysterious Traveller" album cover, the rendition presents a highly abstracted and somewhat dreamlike take on the original stylized image. The central figure, while not directly representational, evokes a sense of movement and otherworldly travel. The landscape is suggested through a blend of colors and shapes, creating a hazy and atmospheric backdrop. While a direct visual correspondence to the original cover may not be immediately apparent, this MS Paint creation captures a unique essence, prioritizing a more interpretive and evocative approach.<<

>>This MS Paint rendition of Weather Report’s "Mysterious Traveller" cover is an earnest but ultimately clumsy homage that struggles to capture the haunting mystique of Helmut Wimmer’s original artwork. The digital brushwork is rough and uneven, with muddy colors that sap the image of the cosmic depth and atmosphere that defined the classic album cover. The comet—central to the original’s sense of wonder—appears as a vague, blurry streak, lacking both definition and drama. The horizon line is rendered with heavy, inconsistent strokes, and the palette choices create more confusion than intrigue. The typography, while faithful in placement, feels sterile and disconnected from the image, missing the elegance and cohesion of the source material. Overall, this attempt feels more like a rushed sketch than a finished tribute, failing to evoke the "mysterious" or "traveller" qualities that make the original so iconic.<<

>>This MS Paint rendition of Weather Report's "Mysterious Traveller" album cover is...an interesting choice. The artist's attempt to recreate this jazz fusion classic using a childhood staple is admirable, if not entirely successful.

The color palette is muted, the composition is cluttered, and the graphics are rough around the edges. It's clear the artist was going for a mystical vibe, but the execution falls short. Still, there's something charming about the naivety of the piece.

If you're a fan of Weather Report or just enjoy seeing how far MS Paint can be pushed, this 

cover might be worth a glance. Just don't expect it to give the original a run for its 

money.<<