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EternalDragoness โ€” Commission : Rylus

Published: 2011-11-13 02:28:42 +0000 UTC; Views: 2302; Favourites: 96; Downloads: 29
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GHAAAAARGGHHHHHHHH!!!

My goodness. This commission has been a a massive, intensely-detailed, and very rewarding piece of art. I must say I'm extremely pleased with the result of my many hours of work, and followed all of 's references of this character to a tee.


EDIT: A note to Rylucius--yes, I drew the second "edge" of his ear for the sake of realism. It's not 100% to reference, but it really tied the picture together. Also, I saw it in one of your anime-styled commissions, and I just love it here. I originally had taken it out, but added it back in because the picture looke akward, as though part of his ear was missing. I hope you don't mind. :3

Despite the alterations in the sketch that I made early on in the commission, I still did my best to put this character into a style similarly seen in game concept art. This piece was sefinately out of my comfort zone in the sketch (and this is actually my first time ever painting clothes!), but I find that challenging oneself is the only true way to improve.

Just for everyone to know, I couldn't improve without constructive criticism that is helpful and polite. A perfect example of a person who has helped me so much is . I know I say "thank you," in my comments, but I simply wanted to do this publicly. He and I discuss our techniques regularly, and we both help each other with strategies for artistic development.

Referring back to the painting...This is a bust if 's central character Rylus. I really do hope that he likes it, as I know I do. I put a tremendous amount of work into this, and did take an awfully long time to complete!

A couple notes before everyone proceeds:
-Yes, I can see that his goggles look a little "crooked" on his forehead. I didn't realize this until I had already colored too much to go back -.-' (Let's just say it adds "personality" to the picture. Actually, I do kind of like them better slightly crooked, because it makes the picture more interesting and less boringly symmetric. Ah, mistakes can sometimes be good.)
-Rylus's only wing isn't blue-green. It's the same color as the rest of him. (I just needed it to have more cool colors so that it would go into the background of the painting. The blueness was done on PURPOSE.)

Made on GIMP exclusively with the "sand dunes" an "circle"brushes at varying levels of opacity.

Notice: , so don't ask until I say they are open.

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(c)--This work is for the use of myself and . IF I FIND YOU HAVE STOLEN IT, I WILL HAVE YOU BANNED!!!
You have been forewarned.
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Comments: 54

EternalDragoness In reply to ??? [2011-11-20 01:00:40 +0000 UTC]

Thank you!

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Rylucius [2011-11-15 01:11:19 +0000 UTC]

Aside from being a Spyro look-alike model, I'll let it slide! xD

Now as for this commission, this is really a MARVELOUS job on this head bust artwork. After much time has passed, I can very well tell how much effort you put into creating this. The details, even the smallest one and especially the anatomy, are visibly incredible! I really like how you created his silvery eyes! Rylus never looked ever more bad-ass looking and handsome than ever before!

I've read all of your description and I can't really catch on that feeling with the "blueness" or cool colors of his wing that goes with the background. But that's just me personally. I don't mind the second "edge" of the ear. (You actually love the anime-style commission?)

Once again, this is a very magnificent artwork. I'm very proud how much work you put into it!

Thank you so much! I it!

~Rylucius

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EternalDragoness In reply to Rylucius [2011-11-20 01:16:30 +0000 UTC]

I first must apologize for the late reply. I am only able to check my messages on the weekends, now, as homework for school has become quite weighty.

Now.
I really could not be happier that you like this painting as much as you do! Truly, I appreciate what you've said, and I must thank you so much for your kind words (and actually READING my rediculously long artist's comment XD). I'm so delighted that you loved his eyes (as it took me quite a while to get them just right).
I'm also extremely relieved that you don't mind the slight change in the ear (and yes, I really did love the anime-style commission that you have).

I just can't believe that you gave me so large of a bonus! I could never, ever have expected anything so amazing for a gift.
A couple final things ;3 (as an extra way of thanks). If you ever wish to commission me again in the future (when they reopen around the XMAS holidays, or you could pre-order one), I will happily give you a 50% off discount on any future commission of your choice, and you should also be expecting some kind of extra gift around the holidays, too.

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Rylucius In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-12-24 22:33:09 +0000 UTC]

It's not really that large. What I consider large is beyond anything valuing over $25 in USD. The truth is that I think the price of 50 was really very low, IMO. So that's why I think you deserved more. With all that amount of effort and time you've put into it, it definitely should be worth more than 50 .

Don't sweat about it! And thanks again.

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EternalDragoness In reply to Rylucius [2011-12-31 21:28:56 +0000 UTC]

Well, I'm still extremely greatful.

And you're welcome. ;3

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Supercroc93 [2011-11-14 23:43:12 +0000 UTC]

excellent expression.

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Cowhorse7 [2011-11-14 00:40:17 +0000 UTC]

Wow amazing!!!

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EternalDragoness In reply to Cowhorse7 [2011-11-14 01:27:46 +0000 UTC]

Thanks. ;3

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Cowhorse7 In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-14 19:29:56 +0000 UTC]

welcome

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Minerea [2011-11-13 18:34:43 +0000 UTC]

Holy moldy........O.o You'r the best <3

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EternalDragoness In reply to Minerea [2011-11-14 01:28:53 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much for your kind words.
They mean a lot coming from an amazig artist such as yourself.

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Minerea In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-14 15:25:46 +0000 UTC]

Oh Dear you'r work is so excellent so I have to say that you are an amazing artist

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SpyroTamplee [2011-11-13 10:08:50 +0000 UTC]

I think this make him happy x)
Wonderful work!

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EternalDragoness In reply to SpyroTamplee [2011-11-14 01:28:07 +0000 UTC]

Thanks very much! ;D

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Krovash [2011-11-13 08:55:53 +0000 UTC]

This piece offers some great deal of details, the shading and highlighting is balanced just right, giving this character that golden medium between ultra realistic and cartoon look. Even the smallest details are visible, especially on the plates, it's amazing how you've been able to show their irregular surface. Clothes look pretty nice, although if you take a look at his right shoulder and then on the left, you'll notice they're not quite the same in the way of anatomy. Right shoulder is more of a human type, while left shoulder looks more plain, more square'ish, like he's wearing shoulder straps there. Could also not hurt to apply some barely visible fiber filter on the T-Shirt, just to keep the detail level on the highest level possible. And the last thing i would mention here is the wing, it seems to have different tone of green than the face...it seems odd, like it's detached from the character. Overall the wing needs a little bit more detail, i know it's not the focus of the picture, but as i said, it feels a little bit detached because of the difference in tone. Also i would've added a small portion of the other wing into the scene, because it should be there, at least the shoulder. IMHO

Anyway these are the small flaws i could find, people usually dont bother with that sort of thing, because they see a great piece of art in front of their eyes, and i cant do anything else but to agree with them. A job great done once again!

P.S. Wow, never expected to see myself in the artist comment section

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Rylucius In reply to Krovash [2011-11-15 01:22:51 +0000 UTC]

I haven't realize about his design of his left shoulder until you've pointed it out. It does appear to have an unusual shape or a bit off angle.

I kinda agree about how the wing feels a bit detached due to the different tone color.

Actually, I wouldn't have mind adding of whatever is remaining on his "other wing". Then again, it would probably be a small size lump on the back of his left side, underneath his jacket...

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EternalDragoness In reply to Krovash [2011-11-14 01:39:59 +0000 UTC]

I must first thank you for the complements and the critique.
Adressing all of your points:
~Yes, now that I look back on the clothes and the anatomy of the character, I see that you're right. I should remember that for fulture pictures.
~Also, I agree about the wing, although this is partly due to the fact that I needed a cool, blueish hue on it to send the wing "back" in the picture, if you get what I mean. It was originally detailed and the same color as the face, but it distracted from my Center of Interest, and so I knocked it back with less detail and the blue. I do agree, as I've already said, though, because I should have removed some of the blue on some areas closer to the body to make the wing appear attatched to the character.
~Finally, this particular character is only supposed to have one wing.

But thanks one more time--oh, and it wasa my pleasure to put you in the aritst's comments.

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Krovash In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-14 11:07:40 +0000 UTC]

Cool, glad to help

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KALLUW [2011-11-13 05:26:57 +0000 UTC]

Omg girl, this looks great
So many details *-* *dies*

First time at painting clothes? damm ya is good at it

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EternalDragoness In reply to KALLUW [2011-11-14 01:31:44 +0000 UTC]

Hehe.

Thanks so much, hon. You're always so nice!

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KALLUW In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-16 12:36:53 +0000 UTC]

Ya welcome. Aww thankx so is you :3

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EternalDragoness In reply to KALLUW [2011-11-20 00:59:12 +0000 UTC]

No problem. ;D

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DawnsZero [2011-11-13 04:26:48 +0000 UTC]

This is awesome work, ED!

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EternalDragoness In reply to DawnsZero [2011-11-14 01:29:16 +0000 UTC]

Thanks so much!

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DawnsZero In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-15 09:54:12 +0000 UTC]

That's okay. :3

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mohamedfreezer [2011-11-13 04:08:14 +0000 UTC]

greeting my fellow

woooooooooooooooooooooooow

very very very impressive

tahk you very much for the ahd work

^_^

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EternalDragoness In reply to mohamedfreezer [2011-11-14 01:27:12 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much!

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Riotpopperlord [2011-11-13 03:25:17 +0000 UTC]

I knew it would turn out amazingly when it was complete. Well worth the wait to see the finished product! Well done!

Also, I didn't even notice the goggles being crooked, I think they look perfectly fine

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EternalDragoness In reply to Riotpopperlord [2011-11-13 03:38:37 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much.
Yes, and I'm glad to see that you red my artist comment again (even though it was rediculously long). XD Those goggles ... Thanks, though. It's nice to know some poeple who actually care about what I have to say, and don't just blunder into my pictures and point out things that I've already talked about in my comments. It makes me feel appreciated.

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Riotpopperlord In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-13 06:47:50 +0000 UTC]

An artist as skilled as you are deserves appreciation ^^

Your words and comments are just as important as the art, the art is your work and skill, the writing represents your feelings, reflections, and credits, it's all important ^^

And even though it was long, it was organize enough so it wasn't a wall of words

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EternalDragoness In reply to Riotpopperlord [2011-11-13 18:09:47 +0000 UTC]


Thank you so much again.
I wish there were more commenters as thoughtful as you.

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Riotpopperlord In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-14 04:05:12 +0000 UTC]

Hehe, well, I try to be courteous and thoughtful ^^

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ArcanaElement [2011-11-13 03:11:05 +0000 UTC]

Oh my gosh, it's DONE! <3 Epic~ His horns have this nice silvery sheen to them, and the missing wing gives him character, though the coloring on the remaining one gives you a picture of how good he'd look with both of them. :3

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EternalDragoness In reply to ArcanaElement [2011-11-13 03:17:19 +0000 UTC]


So shiny, right?

And thanks so much. You're too nice to me. >3<

I do think that the missing wing is kinda sad, but it's not my chara design. No flying for Rylus.

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ArcanaElement In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-13 03:19:09 +0000 UTC]

Nuuu, but I think you deserve it. :3

Yah, I read your comments and the description. o3o Makes him spesho.

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EternalDragoness In reply to ArcanaElement [2011-11-13 03:31:46 +0000 UTC]


Hehe, spesho.

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ArcanaElement In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-13 18:21:30 +0000 UTC]

I make up words. :3 Or just follow the trends I see on the internet. Like, "I'm jelly of your pro drawing skills." o3o

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EternalDragoness In reply to ArcanaElement [2011-11-13 18:23:22 +0000 UTC]

^.^
High-internet-five for following word trends. XD

Awwe.

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ArcanaElement In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-13 19:08:18 +0000 UTC]

I texted my friend the word jelly in that kind of context and I swear she had a laughing fit in texting. o3o

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EternalDragoness In reply to ArcanaElement [2011-11-14 01:26:57 +0000 UTC]

Omigosh. XD
I bet she did.

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PlatinumArtist [2011-11-13 02:50:52 +0000 UTC]

WOW THIS IS JUST AN AMAZING HEADSHOT I JUST LOVE IT ^_^

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EternalDragoness In reply to PlatinumArtist [2011-11-13 02:51:47 +0000 UTC]

Awwe! Thank you! ;3

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PlatinumArtist In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-13 02:52:10 +0000 UTC]

No Prob its just the truth ^_^

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EternalDragoness In reply to PlatinumArtist [2011-11-13 02:52:52 +0000 UTC]

C:

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Hakamon [2011-11-13 02:46:51 +0000 UTC]

puedes hacerle el ala derecha se veria mejor

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EternalDragoness In reply to Hakamon [2011-11-13 02:49:45 +0000 UTC]

Sรณlo tiene un ala. :3

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Hakamon In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-13 02:55:58 +0000 UTC]

y como le hace para volar !?

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EternalDragoness In reply to Hakamon [2011-11-13 02:58:35 +0000 UTC]

Nunca vola.
ร‰l no puede volar.
;.;

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Hakamon In reply to EternalDragoness [2011-11-13 03:01:25 +0000 UTC]

existen dragones que no pueden volar ? mm bueh es tu dibujo

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EternalDragoness In reply to Hakamon [2011-11-13 03:05:38 +0000 UTC]

El personaje noe es mรญo.

Es de .

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