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Published: 2012-01-06 00:42:08 +0000 UTC; Views: 7730; Favourites: 303; Downloads: 0
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Description Commissioned Acrylic painting on a 16 inch elk skin hoop drum.

The client wanted something wolf and raven and this is what she got! I love commissions I can have full rein on the creativity. It enhances mine to meet the challenge.

Prints are available on my web site at this link: [link]
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Comments: 28

2spiritwolf [2015-11-03 01:48:58 +0000 UTC]

This is an incredible work of art!

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moonfrogflying [2012-02-25 02:37:00 +0000 UTC]

This is awesome, I love the symbolisim....You are really talented.

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Lumo-chan-223 [2012-02-14 17:36:42 +0000 UTC]

Remind me of my demon hunter character Auronaku.

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Her father was a Barbarian from Mount Arreat, and her mother a Khanduran blacksmith. I'm currently writing a story, and the wolf and raven symbolism will play a big part, along with the owl.

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ssantara In reply to Lumo-chan-223 [2012-02-14 19:30:21 +0000 UTC]

I don't see any resemblance...

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Lumo-chan-223 In reply to ssantara [2012-02-14 21:14:10 +0000 UTC]

But when the second chapter comes up, you will.

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blockmyster [2012-01-09 23:11:16 +0000 UTC]

good work

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DonSimpson [2012-01-07 21:47:41 +0000 UTC]

Wonderful blend of realistic and more symbolic.

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OokamiAniyou [2012-01-07 01:54:29 +0000 UTC]

I love paintings on drums! And this one is great, I love the ravens and the coloration on them.
I always love how you paint on feathers too, it turns out so beautiful.

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txhern [2012-01-07 01:11:38 +0000 UTC]

That is a beautiful piece of work!

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DragonLadyArtStudio [2012-01-06 09:22:11 +0000 UTC]

Stunning Sandra. Just stunning. Its amazing what comes after a dry spell.

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nononoLittleJimmy [2012-01-06 08:50:10 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful!

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Meriwyn [2012-01-06 06:11:46 +0000 UTC]

OK I have to chime in here haha. I am the VERY VERY lucky owner-to-be of this GORGEOUS drum (yay!!). I couldn't have imagined anything better...it fell together so perfectly and I can't wait to have it on my wall! You were SO RIGHT Sandra, to wait until the energies were right...it MORE than paid off!!

*huge wolfie hugs*

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ssantara In reply to Meriwyn [2012-01-06 06:45:42 +0000 UTC]

And the pic does not do it justice.... Can't wait till you have it on your wall though I will totally understand if it is your new pillow instead! LOL! THANK YOU so very much!!

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Meriwyn In reply to ssantara [2012-01-10 06:16:04 +0000 UTC]

Noooo this will not be a pillow haha. It's going right up on my wall where I can see it every day! Tell Goldie I'm sorry I'm absconding with it hahaha. I love her stuff too, I had a print of her "Warrior's Vigil" piece but I lost it in a move somewhere

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Goldenwolf [2012-01-06 04:58:28 +0000 UTC]

*covets with much coveting* Dear god I love this drum ~~

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ssantara In reply to Goldenwolf [2012-01-06 05:25:06 +0000 UTC]

**Covets you a print**

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MerenRave [2012-01-06 02:29:26 +0000 UTC]

That's just.. beautiful.

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ManitouWolf [2012-01-06 02:23:08 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful!

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rachaelm5 [2012-01-06 01:53:23 +0000 UTC]

I really, REALLY like the color gradations on the moon phases, and on those gorgeous ravens. The texture and color on the wolf's face is also wonderful. Excellent work, and so beautifully balanced.

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ssantara In reply to rachaelm5 [2012-01-06 05:28:22 +0000 UTC]

Thank you Rachael! I really had fun creating this and makes me really look forward to finishing another 'Spirit Shield'

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JamJams [2012-01-06 01:50:28 +0000 UTC]

Gorgeous work.

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RedWolfmoon [2012-01-06 01:48:59 +0000 UTC]

I so want this ; ^ ;
Totally wish I could buy a drum this epic.

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ssantara In reply to RedWolfmoon [2012-01-06 05:25:42 +0000 UTC]

You can always commission one.....

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RedWolfmoon In reply to ssantara [2012-01-06 05:47:13 +0000 UTC]

I'd have to have money first T ^ T
*moths flutter from pockets*

I might have to go rob a bank for something this pretty.

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ssantara In reply to RedWolfmoon [2012-01-06 05:53:53 +0000 UTC]

Naw... now you have something to save up for...

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Deuce-C-130H [2012-01-06 01:03:48 +0000 UTC]

It is beautiful!

It reminds me of the four Bear print I purchased from you a few years ago, and the matching t-shirt. We talked a few times over the phone, and I found you to be a delightful and honest person... One who I am glad to have met (Even if it was only over the phone).

I wish you well in the new year, and much success.

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ssantara In reply to Deuce-C-130H [2012-01-06 05:27:14 +0000 UTC]

Thank you for such a lovely message! Same to you, blessings to a wonderful year!

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Lizziesphotos [2012-01-06 00:44:47 +0000 UTC]

beautiful

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