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Usagisama β Jesse
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Published: 2009-03-17 06:53:15 +0000 UTC; Views: 4838; Favourites: 174; Downloads: 0
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Baaaah! Its almost 12... I really should be in bed. My old college habits of stay up late, wake up early, and use HUGE amounts of caffeine to make up the difference seem to still be in full effect
Well, it can't be helped, I got into a groove with this image and I just had to finish and post it 
Got the closest to my 40k kiriban so I decided to do a request for him. He asked for an image of his original character, and university study subject, Jesse!
She has a detailed bio so I tried to stay true to her character... also, I tried my hand at imitating Wraith's illustration style as well, which means backgrounds with dynamic lighting and funky stylish design. I hope he approves 
Ok, time to get some sleep!
Jesse (c)
Usagi logo (c)
Image done in Photoshop CS3 w/ WACOM 12x12
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Thank you! I really put a lot of effort into trying to create a rich environment. I definitely need to get back into these more full world/place kind of images. It takes a lot of time though which is always hard to come by these days XD
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Yeah, I do agree, finding the time to do things you like (in a thorough manner) is becoming more and more difficult nowadays. For an oblivious viewer like myself, atmospheric scenes like this are definitely the most enjoyable ones. Thank you for putting that much effort into your work, it does enable people like myself to immerse ourselves in the creations and find solace from the hectic everyday life.
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Amazing! You really captured the cafe scene really well !!Β
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Hahaha, it really is the best hand held
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wow! this is awesome *_* i love the pose, colors and background.... great job!
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The shading and lighting is very well done man. The slight gradients you're using on skin tone also is pretty nice, gives it that contrast away from what I consider the typical anime style, and brings it closer to a more unique style of your own, which in itself is refreshing and nice.
Something about seeing people, drawings or otherwise, makes me want to figure out what their ethnicity is. I think it might just be how I work, but this one is confusing me a bit. The very light blond hair would suggest Sweden or Finland, yet the eyes seem to make me think of West Asians, especially since they're at that slight tilt (I myself have eyes like that).
In terms of clothing, that hat actually made me laugh. My Lithuanian friend has one of those caps, and one time on YouTube we found a cultural folk dance from Lithuania where every male was wearing that hat, so I officially have decided that it's a Lithuanian national hat, kinda like the Arab headdress. So in terms of her ethnicity, I'd say close to the Balkans, possibly even Estonian.
Going back to something more significant about your art, the way you did the clothes I found pretty great, especially the detail and effort you put into the folds, it gives it that realistic sense. Furthermore, the background I also like since you had a focus work going there, with the background being blurred.
Very good job all together man. Keep up the good work!
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Thank you for such a detailed comment! 
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How do you design such wonderful background pieces? With me, I just can't seem to let it blend because I use outlines...
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What's odd though, is I tend to need outlines for drawing figures, but not really for the BG?! 
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Thanks!!
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I'm sure he wouldn't mind! XD
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She looks like she's in a Border's Seattle's Best CafΓ©. Not to say that I worked at one too long.
Once again, you amaze me with the little details.
Can I bother you to send me one to my e-mail that would fit as my wallpaper? XD
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Hahaha, yeah, the red colour scheme does make it look like a Seattle's Best!
Anyway, I'm glad you like the pic!
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I've never seen one as a stand alone.
I wish they DID have them as stand alone. I'd totally go there all the time, seriously. XD; I'm so sick of Starbucks. There aren't ANY other coffee shops here!
I have a regular screen for now, but I'll be getting a widescreen soon-ish. XD;
So either works? XD;;;;;
I think the square one would be monumentally awesome right now, and then when I get a new monitor the widescreen. :3
*is so needy*
:3
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Thank you!!
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You know, I sound pretty redundant with my comments, because I really don't know how to express how much I love your works. Your backgrounds especially! So please always know that your work always makes my eyes do this:
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Hahahahaha, thanks Ms Lemon!!
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LOVE IT! though the girls arm could use some work neh?
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Heh, you always have been good at finding my weakest spots 
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it's not about weak spots Usagisama, it's about the challenge! I know you're up for it! Gambate yo!
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Haha, well, I'll take heart in your belief that I have greater and-as-of-yet unexploited potential then
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Great work as always Usa-kun, beautiful perspective and background!!!
this makes me excited for college!!
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Thank you Sabi-kun!
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Ooo love the background and everything! *plops on the couch
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Haha, thanks!
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When I saw the small preview for this in my news center, I thought you drew something on top of photos you took. Either way, this looks fantastic.
Oh yeah, the DSi comes out April 5th! So excited for it.
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Yeah, I can't wait for the DSi to get here! I will definitely pick one up
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Hahahaha, well I'd say that is a good comment
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Do I approve? Stupid question...
Wow man, seriously, I'm speechless. The whole thing's absolutely perfect; from Jesse's style to the design of the cafe, the works. I particularly love the tweed detail in her flat cap and the bag... man that bag, it may well become a permanent feature (hope you don't mind if it does).
Now remind me again why you haven't got your own architecture firm running? Because the design of the cafe interior is just epic. The tiled rear wall is a sweet authentic touch and... argh, what's the name of that style of construction you've used for the counter front? Tip of my tongue but I can't remember! The way the cascade countertop extends into the bench by the window and sort of divides the space... as I said: epic. Industrial sized espresso machine is always good too
Seriously, I could ramble on and on... totally blown away.
Bed late, up early? What's this early thing? I just cram it all into "uber late". And speaking of "late" back to reading "Experimental Investigation of Flow-Induced Microvoids During Impregnation of Unidirectional Stitched Fiberglass Mat." Riviting shit I can tell you
Oh, and the little "imperfections" (empty latte on the benchtop etc. ) add nicely to making the whole scene believable, as it were. Seriously, awesome... I owe you a massive one.
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Ahh, well Iβm really glad you like it!
I actually donβt know what that type of wood is called eitherβ¦ I saw that material used in a coffee shop here in SF and I just had to incorporate that element into my own little dream cafe here.
*sigh*, if only I was some well known and established architect who could pick and choose projects and be given free un questioned reign over design choices⦠well, that is the dream all us designer types work towards! One day may we both achieve it
Haha, yes, the uber late really is my preferred schedule too. But alas, work schedule demands the up early part, at least during the week!
Anyway, once again, Iβm happy you like the image! I had a blast drawing it
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I swear to God man, if I ever start a design business I'm going to employ one person, probably a receptionist, to come in at 8 to open the joint and work regular hours... everyone else'll just have to make an hourly quota each week and rock up for meetings. So basically it'd be like professional uni 
Was actually flicking through Habitus (somewhat wanky but interesing general design mag I'm subscribed to) after looking at this and the cafe design would totally just fit neatly into its pages. Again mate, awesome and also again, cheers.
If you're still looking for bags, hit up Rushfaster.com not bad for checking stuff out.
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Buddy, if you ever start that design firm, I will apply there the moment you start accepting applications!!
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I dunno, could use a business partner
Heh, yeah they do have a sweet range. If you're a fan of bold looking designs and Japanese characters, hit up Onitsuka Tiger as well. Not stuff I'd personally wear (doesn't quite suit my style), but that doesn't stop me liking it
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Oh how I love this!! WOW it's just so stunning!! Well done 
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