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SarshelYam — Toshiro Mifune
Published: 2005-02-11 06:03:43 +0000 UTC; Views: 2081; Favourites: 25; Downloads: 86
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One of, if not my most favorite actor. Toshiro Mifune has been in countless Japanese films that have received tons of recognition here in the states and all around the world. Seven Samurai spawned a western remake known as the Magnificent Seven. The Hidden Fortress was George Lucas' inspiration for Star Wars (though the feudal settings coupled with swords and warring clans may throw you at first glance).At any rate, here it is...my portrait of a man I would have done anything to have met.
NOTE
I've got a few things to do before this is finished, but it's pretty much all there. Some hair highlighting and shadows...that's about it!
EDIT
02.28.05 @ 1645hrs
Dropped the blur down quite abit...added my sig. That's about it!
02.11.05 @ 1520hrs
Lightened the shading on Mifune's right hand...it was too dark...too distracting. Tightened the crop (you won't even notice)
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Comments: 53
wow one of the best actors to ever grace screen,and you've done him serious justice!!!excellent work
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Thank you for the kind words. I only wish if the man were alive today his words would be similar.
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Thank you...have you eaten at his restaurant yet? It's pretty fantastic...thank heavens it's so considering it's his namesake.
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No I haven't. Thanks for the info.
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Very well done. I love how you've blurred his hands and the b/g to make his face stand out.
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Thank you. This was one of my favorites...not simply because of the end result, but because of the subject. I love this man!!
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I love it! the blurred ahnd is especially cool, but I would've toned it down a tad. Just a little. Once again, your vector art is phenominal.
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Hey thanks for the kind words. You know, I did have make a version with some slightly subdued shades...it just kinda lost something though. I couldn't tell ya what it was but my OCD kept telling me something was NOT right.
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Thanks again, and thank you for the watch bud!
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Now that's talent, nicely done, specially looks good in blk/white.
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Love the focus...really gives it a sense of depth & drama. And so much energy! Love it!
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:icondigirpixie: is TOO an artist!!
That's why I appreciate your comment. Thank ya much m'am!
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Indeed he is, thanks much for the
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The face is very well done and clean. I like the out of focus hands, but I agree about the bottom one not fitting as well as the top hand. Excellent stuff though.
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Not sure about the bottom hand, but the top hand is ace - plus it reminds me of Killer 7 (new Capcom videogame). Nice work!
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Yeah I'm not too happy with it...but it's staying. I totally can't wait for that game...nothing like jumping into the mind of Schizophrenic assassin with 7 personalities. YAY!
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I didnt say that b4 but I loved the blur for the depth of field 
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That's what I say! And everything here was done in illustrator, so if that doesn't make it a Vector, I don't know what else does. Heh, technicalities!
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Thanks Patti...and thank you for the 
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that s totally awesome, that gaussianblur trick gives a great depth.
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Thank you! Yeah, I was a bit hesitant to do the blur...sometimes that just screws up a perfectly good piece. Luckily it was FAIRLY acceptable in this one without being too distracting...I hope.
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I don't believe I've watched any of this dudes flicks, but if they are as good as your vectoring then they must be pretty special! His eyes are really magnetic, plus I love how you've blurred the hands, they really centre his face. Great piece! Oh and your gallery is great too!
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Thanks Paul...
...dude I just checked out your gallery, WOW! I'm going to have to put you on watch. You've got some insanely awesome high-contrast vectors going on there.
I haven't looked at it all but I saw everything from Bowie in Labarynth, Ash from Evil Dead, Donnie Darko...and the effin Thundercats!!! STYLE all around!!
Anyhow, thanks much for the comment.
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Wow! Thats like the best feedback ever, cheers man!
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What a great tribute to a great filmaker and samurai.
Your art is outstanding James
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Thank you Lainy...your words ALMOST bring me to tears. I would love if the man could see this from wherever he is.
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erm, i dont know much about the guy ... but i know a great pic when i see one
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Lovelly high contrast.. this is one of my favourite styles 
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Thanks Daniel...coming from you that means much!
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was looking around when i saw this, i thought "hey, that looks like toshiro mifune!" and wow, it IS him.
his portrayal of kikuchiyo is unforgettable, too bad he's dead, huh?
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Yes...it is a shame. I love the mans work! As an artist he was flawless...as a man, well he was very proud and kind...he's kind of a hero to me I suppose.
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he's a real samurai.
i like the way he changes into different characters in every movie. irritating in seven samurai, proud and temperamental in hidden fortress and bum, slacky yet smart in sanjuro/yojimbo.
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Agreed, he's a master of cinema. I loved his portrayal of Musashi in the Samurai Trilogy...that was a flawless journey from an ambitious soldier eager for the taste of blood, humbled, a wanted man...and then strictly discipline as he followed Bushido! Ah...what a great movie!
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haven't seen it but i read the book, took me almost two months to finish it.
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Yeah, the only book nearly as long is Red Badge of Courage...lol. It was a good read though wasn't it?
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