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Published: 2010-05-27 23:49:34 +0000 UTC; Views: 2062; Favourites: 28; Downloads: 0
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Description Ugh, forgive me for the horrible title.

I'm still trying to get a good grasp on shading. Bear with me, please.


So there I was, thinking on what to draw, and browsing through my copy of the book 'The Art of Kung Fu Panda' I came across the concept design of Tony Siruno's character design of Po (Which I admit is my favorite version of Po, not that I don't love Po's final design used in the movie!), and so, my mind began to work.

Essentially this is my attempt at drawing Tony Siruno's version of Po. Those who own the book can find his version of Po on page 20, 24 and 27.

Yes, I know Tony's Po also wears a pair of shorts, but I couldn't help but give him a pair of LONG pants and a silk belt. Also I gave him a staff. *Shrugs*

This drawing also has a story attached.

Just a couple of months ago I began thinking and developing a new KFP story (This would make my third KFP story), which I'm still researching and planning for. What would be essentially a reboot or just a new take on the Kung Fu Panda story.

Basically, this would be Po's new look for the upcoming story.

And what is this new story about? You'll just have to wait. But there are hints in this scroll-like drawing.

Importantly, the title of the new story (Work in progress BTW) can be found on the lower right there.

Panda: Shen Mi Shie Jie

This roughly translates to 'Panda: Divine Mystical World.'

The Chinese writing at the top of the drawing, from left to right, are...

'Dragon Warrior'
'Magic'
'Gods'
'Chosen One'
'Pilgrim'
'Brand new world and story'

And the last Chinese words at the bottom are:

The five elements: metal, wood, water, fire, earth.

Special thanks to my bro for helping me with the Chinese writing and title.


Po belongs to Dreamworks

Character design belongs to Tony Siruno

Paper texture brushes [link] by
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Comments: 28

A-Heart-of-Blades [2010-05-30 04:49:02 +0000 UTC]

I like it! Very cool!

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Kenichi340 In reply to A-Heart-of-Blades [2010-05-31 02:53:05 +0000 UTC]

Heheh, thanks!

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SilentDawn [2010-05-29 14:34:42 +0000 UTC]

Dude! You're drawings continue to get better and better! Your Panda bears are looking impressive! I love your work, keep it up!

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Kenichi340 In reply to SilentDawn [2010-05-31 02:52:57 +0000 UTC]

Hahah, thanks! I will!

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StromgradeDragon [2010-05-29 11:08:44 +0000 UTC]

Wow! Very nice!!!

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Kenichi340 In reply to StromgradeDragon [2010-05-31 02:52:43 +0000 UTC]

Thanks

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MasikaRain [2010-05-28 22:15:30 +0000 UTC]

This is SO cool!

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Kenichi340 In reply to MasikaRain [2010-05-29 01:36:29 +0000 UTC]

I know, right? Tried to make it look like it's an actual scroll, and good ol' Niki helped me with the Chinese text for a more authentic feel.

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Vampirelupin10 [2010-05-28 19:32:16 +0000 UTC]

Cool Idea kind like how my story goes but other then that. Nice job

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Kenichi340 In reply to Vampirelupin10 [2010-05-29 01:37:01 +0000 UTC]

Oh yeah?

Thanks!

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PoThePanda [2010-05-28 18:11:20 +0000 UTC]

Good work here

I'll have to take another glance at my copy of the book when I get the chance.

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Kenichi340 In reply to PoThePanda [2010-05-29 01:37:35 +0000 UTC]

Thanks

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Mohegan567 [2010-05-28 11:01:17 +0000 UTC]

I love it! It really has the 'chinese' feel to it! Good work!

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Kenichi340 In reply to Mohegan567 [2010-05-28 13:03:42 +0000 UTC]

Hahah, thanks! ^ ^

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Neko-Chan17 [2010-05-28 03:34:20 +0000 UTC]

Dude this is awesome

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Kenichi340 In reply to Neko-Chan17 [2010-05-28 03:43:20 +0000 UTC]

Thanks

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Rainroad [2010-05-28 01:15:14 +0000 UTC]

Ah yes! that's what I thought before even reading the artist comment! So your take on his version was very successful!

This really looks great! like i said, improving in leaps and bounds!

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Kenichi340 In reply to Rainroad [2010-05-28 02:15:05 +0000 UTC]

Hahah, it was easy to figure out after reading the book and seeing this art, eh? I always liked that design so I thought why not give it a shot and draw it out?

Thanks! I'm really proud at how I keep getting better and better. Always been a hope of mine of drawing pretty well. Always makes me smile when I look at my finishing pieces like this one

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fredvegerano [2010-05-28 00:23:01 +0000 UTC]

Te quedo super tremendo!Nice pic!!!!!Cool!!!

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Kenichi340 In reply to fredvegerano [2010-05-28 02:11:02 +0000 UTC]

Gracias

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fredvegerano In reply to Kenichi340 [2010-05-28 12:11:40 +0000 UTC]

De nada mi amigo!

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DannyMan [2010-05-28 00:13:12 +0000 UTC]

Wow bro, you ARE getting the hang of this. Nice shading

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Kenichi340 In reply to DannyMan [2010-05-28 02:10:54 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! All thanks to your advice and suggestions

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DannyMan In reply to Kenichi340 [2010-05-28 03:21:18 +0000 UTC]

Hah! Great! Glad I helped you bro. Now I wanna see more progress *whips around*

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Truttle [2010-05-28 00:03:05 +0000 UTC]

I've been impressed with how much more art you've been making and it certainly has been getting better and better with each submission. You've learned to line-art, color, shade, background and add those effects. Much of which I don't even know how to do. X3

Great job bro! =3

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Kenichi340 In reply to Truttle [2010-05-28 02:10:21 +0000 UTC]

Heheh, thanks! You can learn too, I can share you tips and advice. =3

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Mayara-Vader [2010-05-28 00:02:27 +0000 UTC]

It's very nice

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Kenichi340 In reply to Mayara-Vader [2010-05-28 02:09:47 +0000 UTC]

Thanks

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