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Published: 2019-09-29 22:59:37 +0000 UTC; Views: 2829; Favourites: 181; Downloads: 8
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Description Things are getting steamy in Toronto x)
Simon Kvark and Sejrbank Spiegelau are steaming from the warmup and are ready to enter the ring ~

The sparkles were added as a more humorous addition, but I decided to let them stay for now. A boy has to sparkle, no?  


The shading aesthetic was inspired by a music video:  www.youtube.com/watch?v=7l5IGs… 
I always rather liked this video and wanted to attempt a similar shading aesthetic at some point; now seemed like a good time to experiment : D

Tries to unsee that Spieg's muzzle looks like an alien face xD





Simon and Spiegelau reside with me
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Comments: 55

Zoubstance In reply to ??? [2021-08-11 19:14:50 +0000 UTC]

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sealle [2020-04-15 07:51:36 +0000 UTC]

Hnnnnnng god im late commenting but DAMNNNNN
This is just so inspiring!

THE DRAMA. It wouldn't be Simon without that, and you have just done this so perfectly in this. The hidden expression, the lighting, the DETAILS. just so so fantastic <3

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Zoubstance In reply to sealle [2020-04-20 07:37:41 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! It was super enjoyable to make for sure. Black/white drawings are some of my favourite to make
...absolutely. The dude NEEDS his drama Thank you so much!

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GinasDream [2019-11-17 14:45:30 +0000 UTC]

Lost. for. words.
Suspense. Elegance. Action.
Brilliance!

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Zoubstance In reply to GinasDream [2019-11-18 11:15:35 +0000 UTC]

Goodness, thankyousomuch! ; V ; 

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toucaw [2019-10-28 11:19:36 +0000 UTC]

Very late comment but this is just. awesome.
Seriously 👌

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Zoubstance In reply to toucaw [2019-10-31 10:22:24 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! Working in black/white is always a heap of fun  

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BlackTBstallion [2019-10-13 17:43:12 +0000 UTC]

That. Is. Amazing!
Ahh, poor Ebony and Julia will be losers again XD. Really excited to see the entry! 

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Zoubstance In reply to BlackTBstallion [2019-10-18 06:42:27 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much!
Naww we shall see :') Thankyouthough! 

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monymay14 [2019-10-05 16:15:36 +0000 UTC]

Oh my gosh this is incredible!!! I can feel the energy radiating from them ...seriously this is amazing!!! I am so excited to see them in action!!!!!!!

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Zoubstance In reply to monymay14 [2019-10-07 07:55:13 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much - super honoured you like the outcome!   ; u ; 

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jbdezoveelste [2019-10-04 17:58:37 +0000 UTC]

ID HANG THIS ON MY WAL GIMME GIMME

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Zoubstance In reply to jbdezoveelste [2019-10-07 07:54:48 +0000 UTC]

Aaaaahhh I'm honoured ; u ;  Thank you!

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ReQuay [2019-10-03 23:23:07 +0000 UTC]

This is like the definition of artistry. 

 

It's so intense and dramatic, in the black and white tones, with the deep shadows & strong lighting. 

Like a gorgeously composed professional photograph. 

You definitely captured the aesthetic vibe of the music video... and then managed to make it your own with Kvark and Spieg. 

I don't think there's enough "like" comments out there to convey how much I adore this image <333

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Zoubstance In reply to ReQuay [2019-10-06 10:59:29 +0000 UTC]

Oh goodness, thank you so much! ; u ;  This comment really made my day  
I'm super happy you like the outcome - doing things in monochrome is incredibly fun, even if I dont do it... nearlyenough, hehe. Thank you so much once again; I am very grateful  

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WildOracle [2019-10-03 00:26:55 +0000 UTC]

Hhhnnngggg ima need a drool bucket 😭 this is beautiful 

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Zoubstance In reply to WildOracle [2019-10-03 05:39:16 +0000 UTC]

Cistsivakfjad thank you so much! ; v ; 

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jassukassu [2019-10-02 07:24:12 +0000 UTC]

How do you even... sign me off from dA this is way too cool!! <3 Great job with the atmosphere, I can hear them breathing

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Zoubstance In reply to jassukassu [2019-10-03 05:39:56 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much; super happy you like it! It was a ton of fun to work on for sure  

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abosz007 [2019-10-01 15:04:41 +0000 UTC]

*blinks and stares *

How.
like.
How do you shade so realistically like this
Spieg looks GLORIOUS with his shine and beautiful muscular build
They look absolutely mighty together and indeed a very steamy pair to look at x)
BOY everyone in that class better be prepared for a tough ass competition with these two present. 

also LOVE how you did the backlight. 

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Zoubstance In reply to abosz007 [2019-10-03 05:38:50 +0000 UTC]

Aaaaa thankyousomuch!!  
Ohh this was certainly fun to make - I always rather loved working in monochrome   The steamy lads send their thanks! 

Thank you!  

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catheetiem [2019-09-30 21:00:28 +0000 UTC]

oh damn this is badass. looks like an ad for the olympics or something.awesome, awesome work!

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Zoubstance In reply to catheetiem [2019-10-03 05:31:20 +0000 UTC]

Oh my, thank you so much! Glad you like it  

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catheetiem In reply to Zoubstance [2019-10-03 13:19:47 +0000 UTC]

ywwwwww <3

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LetFreedomReign2 [2019-09-30 18:33:45 +0000 UTC]

Wow, the drama and elegance of this piece is unbelievable! Spieg is so handsome, and the vague outline of Simon is so mysterious  - I love how it turned out so much! Perfect lock screen, fancy poster, or portfolio cover material  

Best of luck to the boys in Toronto!

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Zoubstance In reply to LetFreedomReign2 [2019-10-03 05:37:17 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much; super honoured you like the outcome!  
It was super fun to make; I always rather loved working in monochrome x) 
I am so honoured, thank you!  

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dat-inu [2019-09-30 13:19:52 +0000 UTC]

this is SO damn impressive >D simon's hidden face adds such a cool atmosphere to it and it's up to the viewer to decide what mood to interprete. like... IS HE NERVOUS. IS HE CONCENTRATED AND SERIOUS. IS HE CONFIDENTLY SMIRKING. IS HE MAKING A SILLY EXPRESSION AND STICKING HIS TONGUE OUT. we shall never know.

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Zoubstance In reply to dat-inu [2019-10-03 05:36:00 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! It certainly was a ton of fun to work on  
Hehehe, nobody will ever know what goes on in Simon's head ~ ...least of all himself lol :'D 

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Joybird [2019-09-30 11:02:32 +0000 UTC]

Ohwooow I love this!
The effect of Simon being in the shadows is so cool

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Zoubstance In reply to Joybird [2019-10-03 05:31:45 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much - it certainly was super fun to make  

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blackkurai [2019-09-30 10:41:26 +0000 UTC]

Oooooh this looks absolutely amazing!

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Zoubstance In reply to blackkurai [2019-10-01 17:36:44 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much; I'm glad you like it  

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blackkurai In reply to Zoubstance [2019-10-01 17:49:25 +0000 UTC]

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kaelekompot [2019-09-30 09:49:43 +0000 UTC]

I can't decide whether you have created a scary-clown-smile on Simon or not.. when I tilt my screen it looks like he has the hugest "are you scared yet?" smile on his face!! Love Spiegelau <3
also now I can't unsee the alien face

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Zoubstance In reply to kaelekompot [2019-10-03 05:33:28 +0000 UTC]

Hahaha, now that you mention it...! It wasnt intended, but I kiiiinda see what you mean. Talk about a halloween easter egg for max spookiness 
Thank you so much! And yes, hehehe, I will also be seeing that alien face forever :'D 

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Aqua-Aquatics [2019-09-30 08:32:51 +0000 UTC]

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Zoubstance In reply to Aqua-Aquatics [2019-10-01 17:37:06 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much - I will try  

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SweetLittleVampire [2019-09-30 07:21:02 +0000 UTC]

I
just 
I - well
OH
wow

...sweetlittlevampire.dot exe has stopped working.
Would you like to close the program or wait for it to restart?


(Read: This is absolutely fantastic, but I'm waaaay too sleep-deprived and artistically overwhelmed to form coherent sentences right now.)

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Zoubstance In reply to SweetLittleVampire [2019-10-03 05:34:30 +0000 UTC]

Noooo! -attempts to reboot sweetlittlevampire.exe-

Kqecakfc thank you so much! Super honoured you like the outcome  

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horsehaven95 [2019-09-30 04:33:55 +0000 UTC]

Awesome!!

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Zoubstance In reply to horsehaven95 [2019-09-30 07:58:35 +0000 UTC]

Thank you!  

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horsehaven95 In reply to Zoubstance [2019-09-30 12:21:47 +0000 UTC]

your welcome!

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Backlash91 [2019-09-29 23:24:46 +0000 UTC]

hnnnng such good art Zoub!!!

wehn are you open for more commissions!?! I still have several pieces i'd love to get from you!

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Zoubstance In reply to Backlash91 [2019-09-29 23:31:41 +0000 UTC]

Thank you  
I dont take commissions anymore, unfortunately. But thank you for the interest  

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Backlash91 In reply to Zoubstance [2019-09-30 16:38:21 +0000 UTC]

awww....i'll never be able to finish my three part series....darn. 

WELP! i'll just have to favorite everything ya do then! Cause you're awesome!

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Trivia-Rose [2019-09-29 23:10:42 +0000 UTC]

Yesss love this so much. It looks like it could be an intense opening to a movie. 


Amazing job as always ❤️

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Zoubstance In reply to Trivia-Rose [2019-09-30 07:58:02 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much Heheee, now that you mention it...! Dramatic theme music GO

Thank youuu  

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KimEnLie [2019-09-29 23:02:38 +0000 UTC]

Yesss boyz looking sexy !  

Spieg is such a gorgeous boy :3 and this is awesome and classy.. great job on this piece lf art ^^ they sure are steaming hawt

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Zoubstance In reply to KimEnLie [2019-09-30 07:29:50 +0000 UTC]

The boys send their regards and their thanks  
Thank you so much! I always love working in monochrome; I'm glad you like the outcome : D 
#DatSteam  

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FarFieldEquestrian [2019-09-29 23:00:51 +0000 UTC]

STOP IN THE NAME OF THE LAW AND PUT YOUR HANDS UP
IT IS ILLEGAL TO POSSESS ARTISTIC TALENT OF THIS EXTENT

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