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GenjiLim — The Summon
Published: 2009-08-12 06:38:23 +0000 UTC; Views: 6351; Favourites: 83; Downloads: 88
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Another older piece, and one which needs some touching up, at that. But, I still like it for its lightning effects and ominous mood.I recognize how this might resemble a monster form Lovecraft's universe, but I wasn't aware of his work at the time I painted this, so I obviously didn't base this on his books, in case you were wondering.
Anyway, I hope you're able to enjoy this, despite its flaws.
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I don't doubt your claims as too originality but it is rather oddly similar. I like it. Didn't happen to come to you in a dream, did it?
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Hehe, I like your line of thought. If this did come to me in a dream that'd be bad news for me XD
Unfortunately, no. I was merely doing what I could to make some sort of oceanic dragon, and my lack of experience drawing them led to giving it the look as you see it now. It was purely by accident...
But, now that I think about it... was it really an "accident" or was something influencing my brush strokes oO?
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Well, you might just be the next Pickman. Be very careful if you start drawing murder scenes.
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lol, I'll try not to draw murder scenes in that case D:
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^__^ I'm glad you think so.
Maybe if I redo it some day it'll get more popular. This is one of my older, "less refined" pieces. But I'm happy you like it 
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Well i found this piece because someone faved it
i'm gonna fav this to make this moar popular ^_____^
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Great! Thank you. I appreciate the support
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Wow, this painting is amazing (as are all of yours). One of my favorite parts is how it goes from being almost metallic on top to almost furry at the bottom, and how its totally dominating the picture with the super-bright lightning contrasting it. If I were a deep thinker I'd say you were comparing nature and the monster's of yore, and how both are irreversible and unstoppable. BUT, since I'm not, you don't have to listen to me rant and rave. XD
But still, question, what type of medium do you use? Just wondering. XD
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Thanks for the in-depth comment. I'm glad this picture conveyed that for you. I was just doing my best to present a scene which was intimidating: displaying the power of nature and a fantasy monster.
I use Adobe Photoshop CS3 and a Wacom Intuos 3 tablet.
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LOL yeah I had just finished writing an english essay. I was in the mood for reading into things 
Yeah, I can't draw with computer things for shit. LOL just curious XD
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Haha. Yeah writing an essay can do that XD
Ah, well if you ever decide you want to get good at drawing, it's just a matter of time and practice.
Are you an artist, too? When I checked by your page I noticed you didn't have any deviations. I just figured you were on dA to browse art.
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I have a few things, but mostly I'm just too lazy (and don't quite know how) to post things up on dA.
I also can only do charcoal sketches and oil painting, but I have NO FRICKIN IDEA how to post that up onto dA. Any suggestions?
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Sure! The first thing you need to do is get a digital version of your artwork on to your computer, which you can do with a scanner or digital camera. Each of these should come with instructions and the devices necessary to transfer the image files to your computer.
- Next you will want to touch-up and size your image files appropriately. [Some people skip this step... I don't recommend that though]
(Sometimes cameras and scanners may distort the brightness and color of your original work. It's handy to have a program like Adobe Photoshop or Lightroom in order to do this). If you don't have any image editing software, no biggie. Just make sure you scan/shoot the picture at a reasonable size. (Typically, no larger than 1200 pixels in either width or height, depending on the picture. Your camera or scanner should give you some info regarding how large your image file will be.)
- Once you're done editing your image file, go to your dA account and click on the Submit Art button and follow the directions there. It should be self explanatory but let me know if you have any questions about the submission process.
Anyway, I hope that works out for you.
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Wow! That sounds complicated *sweatdrops*. Sorry, I haven't responded sooner, my computer was down and I had forgotten my dA password, so I had to wait until this one was up until I could get it and (I'm babbling, aren't I?).
Anyway, showed this to a friend and she said she'd walk me through the steps, so thanks! XD
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No need to apologize for the late response.
I know it might seem complicated, but it shouldn't be too difficult to learn. It's good that you have someone to help you, though! Good luck.
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Yeah, I have some stuff I want to upload, stories mostly, so next time she comes (about 3 hours away) I'm gonna make her teach me. XD. (again! crap, sorry for the late response, I've been neglecting dA.)
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Hey, it's fine. Respond whenever you need to
Yikes, she lives far away! Well I hope you squeeze as much training from her as you can while she's around : p Good luck with the lessons!
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yeah, she does. LOL she's coming down this week, so expect some stuff from me! (not very good, probably, just some sketches and stuff.)
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Ah, good luck. I hope it goes well!
I've known people to be usually kind and helpful on dA, so I wouldn't worry too much about what you think of your own sketches.
We're all here to learn! At least most of us are
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Thanks! I'm glad you like the idea.
I think I'll eventually revisit this one and turn it into something more, now that I've learned a bit since submitting this years ago
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Your very welcome. I like art with a cool idea almost more than the artwork itself if makes any sense. Its an awesome piece all round tho
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It does make sense. I'm the same way.
I don't know if I'd be of much help, as I'm just an aspiring artist, myself, but since you're new to using a tablet I might be able to answer questions you may have about my techniques. Just feel free to ask! ^^
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I really appreciate that and I definitely will
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Wow - this is an incredible picture! The detail + colour on the sea is fantastic and the monster itself is just...wow
You certainly are a master of Digital Art!
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Awh shucks. Thanks so much!
I'm just doing my best to catch up with the other digital artists out there.
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Ghah, you switched accounts D: Now I have to refav this. I still love this picture, it gave me some great ideas for a project of my own. Thanks for that.
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Yeah sorry about switching accounts. I hated having to explain what a "gravik" was to people I introduced to my dA page.
Awesome. I'd love to check out your project! xD
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I'll be sure to let you know (work on it should start this year).
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This is beautiful
Love the water and the dragons body. It has a certain illision to it, i.e the size. it makes me feel "there is it's limbs, so that's where the head should be" but then the body goes more up with more wings and legs and then the face. Fabulous work
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I'm happy you like it. I tried to make my dragon tall and intimidating, so that's why I gave it an extra set of wings and limbs. I'm happy you appreciate that effect!
Thanks for the comment and your support! ^_^
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your welcome
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Yup! Perspective plays a part in this piece! : D
I'm glad you noticed, hehe.
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you did great work on this. lucky i found it
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Thanks. That's my favorite aspect of this one.
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lol. More dragons to come, eventually. Thanks for the 
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