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Description Nature's Embrace, card artwork for AEG's Legend of The Five Rings.

Although I struggle initially with the layout and content of this illo, the actual task was quite a lot more free-flowing than I expected. I did think the streaming hair and energy was over the top at the time, but probably got it about right - where pattern and effects are concerned I think you have to go all out. Enjoy!
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Comments: 27

rhunel [2016-04-05 23:18:42 +0000 UTC]

This is beautiful, I really like the expression, flowing hair, and light reflection.

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abigbat [2011-03-22 08:38:06 +0000 UTC]

It reads extremely well, you seem to have got the hair and effects spot on!

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gonzalexx1 [2010-06-29 13:36:55 +0000 UTC]

Staring at this one for a while Andy! Awesome radiates...

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Psycho-Llama [2010-06-28 00:00:09 +0000 UTC]

Oh wow, the lighting effects on her face and the silk robe is a skill I am very envious of. And her expression is both unique and gorgeous! Such a look of intense concentration and focus. The details are very striking and exquisitely drawn. The patterns are fantastic, really enriching.

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XavierLardy [2010-06-25 21:09:36 +0000 UTC]

the choice of color and the treatment of fabric material is beautiful

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Linuscat07 [2010-06-24 21:48:32 +0000 UTC]

Splendidly vivid artwork in expression of the lovely lady, the action flowing through her and the colors used depict this. Her gown is gorgeous and she looks like an excellent girl to meet somewhere - when she gets her hair in order.

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Theshelfs [2010-06-24 14:18:25 +0000 UTC]

This is amazing.

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supermarioART [2010-06-24 12:42:25 +0000 UTC]

Very magical piece!Nice expression!

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pjmagalhaes [2010-06-24 11:24:39 +0000 UTC]

Love the energy and the colours.

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sixAstray [2010-06-24 08:14:00 +0000 UTC]

This is truly stunning!! the details are just...Wooww!!! i think you captured the energy right!

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Nekranea [2010-06-24 08:09:01 +0000 UTC]

Great work, I love the lighting and the fabric is fantastic

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iancjw [2010-06-24 08:05:21 +0000 UTC]

beautiful

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Elspethelf-Arha [2010-06-24 07:55:16 +0000 UTC]

stunning.......

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DCBSupafly [2010-06-24 02:33:46 +0000 UTC]

Awesome. The plants in the hair covering everything is a sweet choice. Vibrant.

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5DaysMourning [2010-06-23 20:16:05 +0000 UTC]

Amazing!

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KMN2010 [2010-06-23 20:06:44 +0000 UTC]

i love it, looks great.

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InsolentWhelp [2010-06-23 19:12:32 +0000 UTC]

That is one helluva spell, but I gotta say, her hair flying out like that is eerie...

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leeinlimbo [2010-06-23 18:45:49 +0000 UTC]

Nice work.

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emikochan13 [2010-06-23 18:35:47 +0000 UTC]

Wow, totally stunning work Andy, i love how her hair is almost like roots. ^_^

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Merlkir [2010-06-23 14:58:24 +0000 UTC]

Superb lighting!

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ScottPurdy [2010-06-23 13:25:09 +0000 UTC]

Absolutely fantastic stuff Andy

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NekoMel [2010-06-23 12:54:17 +0000 UTC]

I like it a lot. The colors and the texture are lovely.

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GAVade [2010-06-23 12:41:28 +0000 UTC]

Excellent word Andy, you've conveyed a very powerful 'vibe' with this image. The flowing hair and glowing aura really suggests great power and awe.

The drapery is handled nicely as always, quite dynamic in the folds and direction...

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GAVade In reply to GAVade [2010-06-23 12:41:44 +0000 UTC]

word - work...

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AndyHep In reply to GAVade [2010-06-23 13:01:59 +0000 UTC]

s'ok, I speak t'internet

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GAVade In reply to AndyHep [2010-06-23 13:04:21 +0000 UTC]

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ckrickett [2010-06-23 12:30:42 +0000 UTC]

this is terrific

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