Realistic Fantasy Character Art

I'm seeking a talented artist to create a realistic drawing or painting based on a specific fantasy book cover (Curse of the Azure Bonds)

Requirements:
- Realistic art style
- Depiction of a specific character from the cover
- Attention to detail in:
- Physical appearance
- Clothing and accessories
- Expression and pose

Ideal Skills and Experience:
- Proven portfolio in realistic fantasy art
- Strong character design ability
- Experience with book cover illustrations

Just the pic, no names or titles.

Please provide samples of similar work.