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Published: 2017-05-13 14:36:55 +0000 UTC; Views: 3254; Favourites: 406; Downloads: 0
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This is the second part of a commission I took.The task was to represent a knight as an allegory of masculinity.I chose to approach this as a reflexion on what true strength is.
I wanted to avoid the paladin in shining armour, because true strength isn't an ideal of perfection. And I wanted to avoid the mindless epic fight scene, because true strength isn't glorified violence. True strength is about looking straight into the misery inside of you and around you... and deciding to fight it anyway. It's about being solidly anchored to earth and not dreaming of glory. It's about picking yourself up every time you fall. It's a slow painful grind and not a glorious charge.
The first part of the commission was to represent a flamenca as an allegory of femininity and can be found here: Close-up and WIP are here: Chivalry - close-up, WIP shotsI wanted to show you a close-up of my latest work...
and I also made this with a couple of steps:
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Comments: 106
All details are simply awesome. I love his expression and lighting used on armour and sword. The dark colured atmosphere along with the flock of birds (possibly crows) indicate a battlefield. I am particularly fascinated by the helmet *_* i could stare it all day. Great job
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Thank you very much! I appreciate that very much!
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Amazing! The detail and everything is so great!
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This is so well done! The expression and emotions in the picture are incredible!
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Well said! and really well drawn, you can see the quiet determination in his face and eyes. Even when he is on his knees with darkness and destruction all around. I think that you have executed your written vision extremely well.
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Thanks for the positive feedback!
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OOOooooooOOOhhh I like the perspective! It's like he's hunting something.
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Oh my goodness, this is wonderful! I love what you said in your description about trying to depict true strength. I think you did a WONDERFUL job.
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Well thank you very much!
God bless!
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You surpassed your goal to 'represent a knight as an allegory of masculinity.' This is an extraordinary study.
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Thank you very much. Though I'm curious as to why you call this a study. To me it's a finished piece of illustration, and not a study, but maybe we have different definitions of the word "study".
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Just different definitions of the word 'study.' When I see something that I feel is intense (as 'Chivalry' certainly is), I feel that the artist studied the emotions involved. Sorry for the confusion.
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No problem. It makes more sense to me now. I did indeed put a lot of thought into just about everything in this picture and I'm really glad you appreciate that.
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'Chivalry' is a very strong piece of art. I love it and look forward to more of your work.
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Amazing work! The depth of this artwork, the atmosphere, the colours... it's great!
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Thank you very much! I really appreciate the compliment!
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Absolutely love this piece, great atmosphere, composition and skill. Really excellent work.
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Thanks a lot! I'm really proud and happy to see how much the fundamental classes I've been taking are helping my work.
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Pardon my language, but this is pretty badass! Kind of reminds me of Dark Souls. Excellent work!
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Thanks! I was definitely going for badass, so I'm glad that comes through.
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Wow, how people even draw this. I feel so low right now X)
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You really shouldn't.
It's the result of applying a multitude of rather simple principles of light, colour and composition in a very methodical way.
I strongly believe anyone can learn if they have the motivation and learn about things in an order that makes sense.
If you break things down into manageable steps, starting with fundamentals and going progressively to more specific technical niche tools, then eventually you will reach the skill level you wished for.
If you're interested, you can start with the "Drawing Basics" videos on this page: proko.com/library
Don't be fooled by how entertaining they are, nearly every sentence in there is essential.
But I insist, this image isn't a work of genius but of method and hard work. It can be taught and learned. You most certainly can get there and probably faster than you would think.
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Ah thank you! thank you!
Now i feel so motivated XD
And the link you give is so useful, i like how the guy in the videos explains, once again, thanks a lot X)
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Yes. Those are some of the best, most comprehensive videos I have found.
The ideas are well explained but you'll need to practise them to master them.
If you ever feel like you need feedback, I recommend joining which is a great group dedicated to constructive comments.
I also started a weekly critique project which you can find in my journal, where I try to help people like you take their art to the next level.
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