video process: http://youtu.be/1_7cnYjDbH0
hey so this geezer is still alive \( ̄ー ̄) graduated from college, and I'm now in that magical in-between space called Purgato- I mean, between studying and getting a job. My life needs meaning...
This is not good work, but it was good to go back to simpler things, back before walling became overly competitive and extravagant and so ridiculously, maddeningly detailed that it became undesktop-able... no, okay, maybe that was just me putting too much crap in for the lulz.
2~3 hrs openCanvas1 + Photoshop



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11 months, 3 weeks ago
Your style is something incredible for me and always recognizable even without looking at the signature on the thumbnail)
I wouldn't call it simple, 'cause people who draw and even create a staff like this are just bright minds for me! I like chaotic strokes which make the entire composition, I just love colors and how wonderfully they mix with each other;
I actually have a weakness to the disappearing 'silhouettes' like in your wallpaper; I also find bg style a bit reminding a grunge style. but it makes a great contrast to the character. If I'm not mistaken, there's a texture over the entire wall? It looks pretty good, giving the paper feel to it, even like a canvas.
Well, overall all the sketchy look is very appealing, creative and just gorgeous for me, 'cause it still shows great composition and your awesome skills! +fav and love :3
11 months, 2 weeks ago
As @sakurab says, I have been on a grunge kick for some time now, it does look dirty to some but I like the added boost of color and texture. I wasn't sure this would be well received since it is neither scenic nor 'backgroundish' like my old work, but apparently my 'style', whatever it is, clearly shows even in abstract stuff.
By the way, that texture over the work is not paper, but wood bark. Thank you for the feedback and fav!
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Amazing wall, very unique concept, loved the effects, texture and colors you used in the wall. really well done work thanks for sharing this.
11 months, 3 weeks ago
I think it's just awesome what you created here! without even use of reference. nice drawing, good use of colors and great use of effects!
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Beautiful beyond words, I love the simple, no-nonsense painting, the vibrant colors....It looks just like an ancient mural or something. Simple but astonishing!
11 months, 3 weeks ago
I just sprayed some disinfectant spray all over my laptop and im choking from the smell while writing this x-X YOU KNOW WHY I LIKE THIS? gues guesss guesss cus theres a burd thar yep and you know colors.. you know me and colors its like your cat diabeters and cake. stop feeding it cake tsu.. just stop. what else can i say.. uhmm i like ittt maybe i should give a critique or something.. ok ehh i think youre a texture hoe LOL jkjk im sryyy i am one too we can be texture freaks together ;-; texture hoe fist bump of friendship
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Please, you are welcome to argue that this is not your best work but I would be foolish to let it be said that this is not good work. I am a fan of good original art and yours is some of the best that can be found around here; and in terms of the quality and desirability there are some good original art wallpapers in the gallery. I appreciate your modesty but, you are good and this is a really nice wall. I love the signature-like nature of your color palette, and the way you have of teasing a sentimental effect from the color blend of each of your walls. It's all you and nobody else, It's distinctive and it is good. Thanks for sharing.
11 months, 3 weeks ago
I want this wall to get tons of love, so it's copy/pasta time!
First off, I'm extremely glad to see that you were able to survive your way through college. Perhaps once things start to settle down and you've got several job aspects sought after, maybe we could chat a bit more and catch up sometime. I have missed our crazy conversations full of awesome and Hobbits going to Isengard.
One thing that's absurdly distinct about this piece is the difference in art style than what's demonstrated in the past. I don't know if this is in part due to your partner, but I actually rather like it. The style itself is slightly reminiscent of something-or-another from the Playstation 1 days, of which I cannot remember for the slightest right now but I absolutely adore it. It's probably one of the things I admired most about your work. You constantly strive to push boundaries and get better and better, and with just several hours of work you created something that shows not only a great distinction from what you've done before, but also chaotic beauty.
So obviously I really like the whole art style, but what about the rest of the piece? Well, that's just as glorious as well. The barrage of darker colors mixed in with some primaries really gives it that extra pop. It really reminds of the whole grunge era, except on a whole different scale. Those feathers have sort of an ethereal beauty to them, and I completely dig that. I get the impression the character is some time of warrior or goddess/Valkyrie. However, it's that abstract style design to the left of the character that I absolutely adore. The placement, the amount of shade given to create depth, and the pattern of it really just fits the mood. It's like a battlefield and the aftermath is represented in a surreal manner. I'm probably going way beyond what the actual concept is, but that's the image it creates.
So you think it's meh, and ok, but dear gosh does this blow my mind. First thing I see when I wake up in the morning, is this, and I know my whole week is going to rock my socks off. Absolutely stunning selection of colors and truly a sign that you know your way around a canvas. By far one of my favorite pieces from you for so many reasons.
11 months, 2 weeks ago
This is what I wanted to comment but crim stole the words from my mind.
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Absolutely fantastic. You did such an amazing job in this one and it's definitely one of the best original art I've ever seen, it has a great structure and very nice details. You did a great use of colors and to give a great mood to the wall. And love the beautiful painted style that makes me feel like this is a oil painting. This will be on my desktop for a long time, awesome job! +fav
And congrats for graduating, and good luck with getting a job. :)
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Absolutely beautiful, I really like that the colors pop out at you. The art is simple and yet breathtaking. Wonderful job! +FAV
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Beautiful art work. I like the paint so much. +FAV
11 months, 3 weeks ago
i like
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Looks like I've just found my new wallpaper for the summer^^! Excellent job, the colours are amazingly put together and the art is awesome. fav!
11 months, 3 weeks ago
wow! This looks amazing!
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Awesome wall. It's incredible that you made this in 'just' 2-3 hours. + Fav
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Yeah! This is wonderfull. Nice wall, I like >.<
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Looking from the right to the left, this wall blows me away like "WOAAAH!"
So good looking piece of art. +1 for you and keep it up!
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Apir* same tayo! Nasa Purgato- rin ako
definitely anther +
11 months, 3 weeks ago
Woeee..........Utsukushī
11 months, 2 weeks ago
nice picture!!!
11 months, 2 weeks ago
i love it! Awsome!! nice efect!
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Very pretty original art wall, I like the vibrant colors! ^^ +fav Thanks for sharing, keep it up.
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Really cool using it as my wallpaper right now.
11 months, 2 weeks ago
unique and awesome, i love it + FAVE
11 months, 2 weeks ago
wow amazing concept, very beautiful art work, a good background and good effect. I saw a little bit retro and grunge, but it really works fantastic: D. selection of appropriate color. there is not much ornament. good job friend, i like it. thank you for share this wallpaper.
11 months, 1 week ago
I like the colors very much. Thanks for sharing your wallpaper with us ^-^
11 months, 1 week ago
Love the style of this, the character designs reminds me of a mix between Range Murata & Yoshitoshi Abe. The sketchiness of the birds is beautiful, and their colors are even better <3
11 months, 1 week ago
Nice wall!So colorful!Thanks for sharing!
9 months, 1 day ago
Lovely wallpaper! Great effects, and I like how it's soft on my eyes. It's a very pleasant piece to look at! Thanks for sharing, and I look forward to seeing more of your work in the future ^.^
8 months, 4 weeks ago
really amazing this picture, i like it ;)
3 months, 2 weeks ago
The artwork in this wall is simply amazing. Kudos to the creator.
1 month, 6 days ago
This was absolutely gorgeous, I especially like what you did when making the design look water colored