Please full-view~~ Both versions are nice. :3 Yes, I made another widescreen one because apparently lots of people have widescreen monitors these days! But the standard version is just as pretty. ^_^ That's right, I said pretty . It's a rare day when I compliment my works. XD But, for once, I like what I produced this time around, so I hope you guys do, too. ♥ Berni-chan, this is dedicated to you because, well, I said I'd dedicate it to you...this is my first full wallpaper (and vector) that I made on CS3.
I've wanted to vector another black and white manga scan because my first attempt went pretty well. And what do you know! My first time vectoring from b/w was also a Ritsuka scan~ Hehe, I guess I just find him too adorable to pass up! [So do college-age guys that like 12 year old boys. *cough*Soubi*cough*] So yeah, I chose this scan:
And then the fun part of vectoring began...about 2 weeks ago. It took about 12 days of work...well, roughly and hour of work each day, but I got it done. Lots of changing. LOTS of changing. I had so much trouble with choosing colors. -__- HERE is my pathetic progress thing. XD I didn't take many screens, and two of them look pretty similar, but yeah...you can kinda see how I changed my mind with the horrid colors. Kind of. :/ This vector was also really hard because it was my first time using shape layers for basically everything! I only used paths for his hair's outline, and I used my tablet for the fur on his coat. I know lots of you use shape layers all the time, but I only do for coloring, so this was different for me. I like how the shape layers provide more variation in the outlining. :3 My favorite part of his outfit would have to be the buttons...the buttons and his scarf. < 3
[standalone vector is here.]
Ritsuka is a fashionable kid now. Very fashionable. According to one of my friends, these colors are going to be hot this fall/winter season, so watch out! XD Anyhoo, so after lots of advice and changing with the vector, I got to work on the background a couple days ago. I wanted snow...snowy snow. Snow in hot summer August. Something different!! At first, the bg was going to be fallish with orange leaves, but after I changed the colors to these dark ones, I figured winter would be better. :D So the bg was all brushwork, gradients, and the fence was done by my friend Oli-chan. She insists it's the "wobbly fence." I don't think it's that bad! But remember, the fence is not the focal point--Ritsuka is!!
I hope you like it! ♥ Cause I do~









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4 years, 9 months ago
Shamez on you for saying that I wouldn't like it! DD8 I think it's awesomezz!!
I like the colors you chose, they go nice together, and the fence looks nice too. :D *jumps on Ritsuka and nomnononmnonmnom* Miiiiine!
+fav *runs around in circles, dangling ritsu out behind her by his hand, and laughing insanely*
*slaps on desktop* >xD
4 years, 9 months ago
nice photo
4 years, 9 months ago
AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!! THIS TURNED OUT WAY CUTER THAN I EXPECTED!! +fav!
4 years, 9 months ago
ZAKKUUUU-CHAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAN
CUTE wall! I definitely see the improvement in your vectoring skills from your previous Loveless wall and this time I know that I'm looking at a boy (harharhar)! Excellent work for this being your first time using shapes on the whole shebang! I really like the jacket fur and his hair is uber-nicely done. Great work! <3
4 years, 9 months ago
cute wallpaper Ritsuka looks so sweet:3 I love the snow and the snowing background +fav
4 years, 9 months ago
The colors work well together, adn I love the picture itself. The way the hair stands out, but not completely gives a nice feel. Thanks. +faves
4 years, 9 months ago
The background is looking good, the misty air and the colors look nice. The character is looking good, he fits to the background well, and looks like he has nekomimis. Nice wallpaper.
4 years, 9 months ago
*cough*Soubi's a pervert*choke*
Awww, this looks so wintery! I love the colors, and the title is cute, heheh. I think if you submitted this in the winter, I'd be extra squee-y because I'd be in the Christmas spirit and all that, hahah. But it makes me remember winter right now and helps me cool down from this extreme heat that my city is enduring, haha.
The vectoring is really nicely done, and the background is cool. The snow looks a bit blurry/furry, and I think the flower brushes aren't that suitable for this scene since it's pretty realistic. But I think you've done a great job and I'm so happy that you're happy with this! Fav!
4 years, 9 months ago
Excellent coloring! I like the whole idea, the composition is great, y'know, it looks a little empty though... Ritsuka is such a pretty boy is easy not to resist...
4 years, 9 months ago
YAY I love Loveless I'm so happy you walled this anime :D I think everything looks great it has all the best features, Snow, a cute/sexy guy, soft yet vibrant colors and a lovely background what's not to like.
I think this is one of your best pieces, the vectoring is completely professional and you really thought about what would look best with the picture, the background is so soothing, I love winter it's the best time of the year and looking at this you really captured the atmosphere of the season.
With everyone of your wallpapers I can see your skills improving and that is what really impresses me.
That's is one of the most important things about walling. You and I both no that XD
I love it girl really amazing job A++ and a fav
Sanzosgirl19
4 years, 9 months ago
kawaiiii love it must download it love the coldness
great work
4 years, 9 months ago
Woo, congrats on the B- rating already! *hugs* This wallie sure deserves it! Like I said, people don't know exactly how much work went into making it! Yeah, shape layers can be pretty annoying when you want to outline, but I find them easier to manipulate. It does look better though, with outline it has a too "regular" look ._. I'll have to agree with that, I'm lucky Ritsuka covers up half of the fence! I still think it's wobbly and will fall to its death when I turn my back on it P(T_T) Darn you, fence! Ahem, of course I'm gonna fav it :3 Yet another great work from you, dear Kelsey! <3
4 years, 9 months ago
CUTE. love the colours & the snow. awesome job done. <3
4 years, 9 months ago
Nice wall! Love the vectoring especially Ritsuka. Also the background from the colors of the sky to the fence complements Ritsuka very well. +fav
4 years, 9 months ago
wow zakuro i think this one is one of your best |(VcV)| I especially love vector and brushes you used,they give nice touch to this wallpaper |(n_n)| excellent work and keep it up >:3 fave
4 years, 8 months ago
I like it, really awesome vector i really like the snowy background, n u finish it in 2 weeks? That was fast. How many hours u spend every day >_<
4 years, 8 months ago
great job, this wall looks nice :)
4 years, 8 months ago
WOW! Grat great great!!! Love everything in it! |(o_o) Downloaded!
4 years, 8 months ago
Your Loveless wallpapers are rocking, AZ-chan. I really should get myself to watch the series. (I only read the 1st volume of the manga borrowed from a friend, shame to me). Nice wintery wallpaper and the colors rocks. With any new wallpaper you became better and better. Not for nothing was given you the CW title. Favz it! +Fav
4 years, 8 months ago
very cool wallpaper (>_> and also very cold looking too ^_^;) you did such an awesome job vectoring and coloring this, and from just a black and white scan too! (very impressive n_n) +fav
4 years, 8 months ago
Your vector technic is beautiful and I love how you made the cold atmosphere. (+fav! :D)
4 years, 8 months ago
Again, awesome job~~~! I can't keep up with you on the WP!!! You know this WP gonna be my winter WP right!!! Again awesome!!!
4 years, 8 months ago
Though some brushes aren't well blended, but the character and background are. Nice concept, color, and idea, xD
4 years, 8 months ago
Ritsuka is really cute. I must fav it. Thanks for sharing.
4 years, 8 months ago
Freezing...Especially when I have still summer. The cool feeling in this wall is almost tangible and if you're able to catch such a feeling into your wall, you can be sure it's a good wall. And this one really is good.
Great work, keep making such walls.
4 years, 8 months ago
Oh! I like! I remember seeing the vector on your userpage but I didn't know it was from a black and white scan! Amazing work colouring and vectoring! The vector is very nicely done!
Awesome work on the background! It simply looks amazing! I love the way the snow flakes are falling. It gives off a gentle, yet warm (even though it's winter) feeling. Great work!
4 years, 8 months ago
Really nicely done ^^ I love Loveless too, I've never seen this scan before and you worked on it very well!! Very neat and clean, I like the colours you used for Ritsuka's hair, contrast is perfect with the backgroun.. Well I found my winter wallie^^
4 years, 6 months ago
I do like this wallpaper. I can see why you complimented yourself on this. It's very cute. I mean, I don't like Ritsuka, but this is SOOOOOO darn cute! Heehee.
4 years, 6 months ago
I have yet to actually finish a vector. . . >>Anyhow, I love how you vectored this, and the color scheme is lovely. =3
4 years, 5 months ago
nice atmosphese! i love this my next desktop
4 years, 4 months ago
I think this wallpaper represented the turning point to a new style of Zakuro's wallpapers - more defying, sophisticated, attractive. Colorscheme, again. You are really good with colors, I must say. Then, the vector itself. You are a great vectorer, you! The atmophere - the snow, freshness, tranquility. Coherent and effective. My only suggestion, if you want one, would be to be about the diameter of the wood sticks: some of them are too large on the top comparatively to their bottoms.
:)
4 years, 2 months ago
THIS TURNED OUT WAY CUTER THAN I EXPECTED!!
4 years, 2 months ago
Wow, I love the snowflakes you put in. Now I'm tempted to steal Photoshop from my art club. xD I love how you didn't put in any words, simplicity is cood. Great coloring! Very clean, 10/10!
4 years, 1 month ago
I don't really like violet color, but this wall looks nice.
3 years, 10 months ago
Stunning wall! Was looking for something with green, brown and snow...A good soft atmosphere wall!
3 years, 5 months ago
It's such a pretty summerless wallpaper! ^__^ The vector is lovely, Ritsuka seems so cool yet cute x3 It's gonna be on my desktop this winter season hehee. Keep up the great job~
3 years, 4 months ago
Nice job done on the background ^^ it gives the wall such a nice cold feel and accentuates her purple hair.