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Ricardofantasyart — American Eagle

Published: 2007-08-03 09:38:04 +0000 UTC; Views: 2625; Favourites: 39; Downloads: 44
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Description Original Size: approximately 15" x 20" Medium: Acrylics

I have always admired majestic animals like the America Eagle. Who doesn't admire the power and strength of these creatures? Even with all our technology and great machines, I bet nothing compares to flying under your own natural power. Birds come and go as they please, while we have to strap into jets to fly. A nice thing to fly in planes, but not the same as natural flight, I imagine.

This piece took a couple of hours to complete. Some people have commented that perhaps there is a symbolism to the dark background in this piece; kind of like the 'dark part' of the American experience. Not so - I chose a black bakdrop to accentuate the eagles form under the light source. But if this piece makes people think about philosophical topics, then I am pleased.

Pleae forgive the quality. This was scanned from a photostat. The original piece is too large for my scanner and I still have not yet mastered scanning big works in sections and pasting.

Though this wasn't a political piece, I wanna dedicate this to all our troops overseas. Whther you support the war or not, I hope you can stand by the brave men and woman in our military putting their lives on the line each day to fulfill their duty with honor. May they be blessed everyday and hope they come home safe and soon... Hope U like it.

* Special Thanks to My Love Michelle. She helped correct the border on this piece for me. For a digital brute like me, that is a lot! Thanks, Mi Amour!
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Comments: 87

coyotepam [2009-07-14 22:33:00 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful. Hugs...Pam

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to coyotepam [2009-08-03 22:41:02 +0000 UTC]

Thanks a million!

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coyotepam In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2009-08-04 02:59:47 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome sweetie. Love and Hugs...Pam

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VisualPoetress [2008-09-12 05:42:02 +0000 UTC]

I used your most beautiful eagle in this piece my love w/ your permission [link]

I hope you like it

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to VisualPoetress [2008-09-12 07:59:11 +0000 UTC]

t is beautiful, babe...

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CG-MCPO [2008-05-10 11:34:49 +0000 UTC]

Looks great!!

...and thanks for your support!!

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to CG-MCPO [2008-05-11 10:23:06 +0000 UTC]

Thanks, Chief! God Bless Our Brave Men and Woman in Uniform! Keep fighting the Good Fight for Freedom!

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CG-MCPO In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2008-05-11 14:36:00 +0000 UTC]

Roger that!

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to CG-MCPO [2008-05-16 07:37:46 +0000 UTC]

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1001G [2008-04-10 05:37:04 +0000 UTC]

stunning work.....just came from michelle's page..to see what her does.........

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to 1001G [2008-04-13 10:04:10 +0000 UTC]

Thanks much!

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1001G In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2008-04-13 12:37:13 +0000 UTC]

VERY WELCOME

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to 1001G [2008-04-16 09:05:01 +0000 UTC]

Btw, have I Added U to my dA list yet?

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1001G In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2008-04-16 12:02:00 +0000 UTC]

dont know...

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Misty2007 [2008-01-03 06:57:27 +0000 UTC]

Simply beautiful work, like this image, well done!

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to Misty2007 [2008-02-17 09:32:45 +0000 UTC]

Muchisimas Gracias (Thank U Very Much in Spanish )

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Misty2007 In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2008-02-17 13:53:24 +0000 UTC]

LOL can;t ay oyur welcome in spanish lol Your welcome

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to Misty2007 [2008-04-16 08:59:50 +0000 UTC]

No problem, hun! Thanks a million!

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Misty2007 In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2008-04-16 14:09:14 +0000 UTC]

Your welcome hun

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Dyun [2007-08-29 07:39:15 +0000 UTC]

Wow.. This is so stunning, I thought it was a photograph! Beautiful detail and technique. Mindblowing. Great job Rich!

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to Dyun [2007-09-01 07:51:34 +0000 UTC]

Thanks much! Most appreciated!
Btw, if U feel so inclined, I have been nominated 4 an award in traditional work (King of Traditional Art)... Here is the link and thanks 4 your support - [link]

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Dyun In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2007-09-06 00:35:28 +0000 UTC]

You're very welcome Rich. Oh wow! That's pretty cool! I hope it's not too late to vote. Good luck!

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to Dyun [2007-09-09 05:50:05 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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Dyun In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2007-10-24 21:53:02 +0000 UTC]

You're most welcome!

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rachelab74 [2007-08-09 19:14:41 +0000 UTC]

Did you know that Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be our national symbol...I saw on the history channel that he thought the eagle wasnt a great choice due to its predatory nature!! I was amazed by that tidbit of info!! You have done a truly inspiring piece of work with this beautiful creature Rich!!

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to rachelab74 [2007-08-17 02:32:01 +0000 UTC]

A turkey ?!!! It figures... Thanks a million, Rach!

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rachelab74 In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2007-08-19 21:57:35 +0000 UTC]

most welcome!!

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to rachelab74 [2007-08-21 07:00:27 +0000 UTC]

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themisskitty [2007-08-09 12:40:25 +0000 UTC]

Wow... This is a wonderful piece.

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to themisskitty [2007-08-11 05:21:21 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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themisskitty In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2007-08-11 15:16:03 +0000 UTC]

You are very welcome.

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to themisskitty [2007-08-17 02:35:21 +0000 UTC]

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Poison-Passion [2007-08-09 06:00:41 +0000 UTC]

OMG! That is absolutely beautiful! I would love to see the real thing. The texture and colours are fantastic...Then again, everything you do is amazing...

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to Poison-Passion [2007-08-13 07:20:17 +0000 UTC]

Thanks a million, sweets! It looks much richer and detailed in real life, but it was too big 4 me to scan and paste (still learning..) so a scanned print had to substitute...

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Poison-Passion In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2007-08-24 01:41:34 +0000 UTC]

I bet that it is just beautiful in real life. I could see myself spending money on something like that...and I don't like to spend money, so feel free to take that as a compliment.

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to Poison-Passion [2007-08-26 10:37:34 +0000 UTC]

Thanks, sweets! Most kind of U 2 say...

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Poison-Passion In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2007-09-04 08:25:51 +0000 UTC]

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to Poison-Passion [2007-09-05 09:21:20 +0000 UTC]

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wynnter89 [2007-08-05 22:05:54 +0000 UTC]

great work !

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to wynnter89 [2007-08-17 07:58:48 +0000 UTC]

Thanks, Cap'n! Most kind...

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wynnter89 In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2007-08-20 02:30:38 +0000 UTC]

anytime !!

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to wynnter89 [2007-08-22 20:32:55 +0000 UTC]

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korubin [2007-08-04 17:36:20 +0000 UTC]

dude, this is amazing! i thought it was a photo at first until i zoomed in.

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to korubin [2007-08-05 23:28:32 +0000 UTC]

Thanks a million, Chief! I wanted to get as photorealistic as I could on this one 4 details sake...

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abuco [2007-08-04 12:40:36 +0000 UTC]

Wow - is all I can say

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to abuco [2007-08-17 08:21:33 +0000 UTC]

Thanks so much...

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JRose-Photography [2007-08-04 09:42:58 +0000 UTC]

awesome talent!

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to JRose-Photography [2007-08-17 08:24:50 +0000 UTC]

Thanks a million, Chief!

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JRose-Photography In reply to Ricardofantasyart [2007-08-17 08:47:56 +0000 UTC]

Your welcome

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Ricardofantasyart In reply to JRose-Photography [2007-08-22 20:45:47 +0000 UTC]

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