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Published: 2011-09-15 23:04:49 +0000 UTC; Views: 14285; Favourites: 780; Downloads: 249
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This painting is from spread 96/97 of TG.They sort of embody what the Underworld and the Overworld are.
Overworld: a beautiful, shiny, graceful bird.
Underworld: a black hairy tooth monster.
Part of the reason I extended this chapter to be so HUGE was that Vidu and Sedna needed time to become close. They were kind of friends at first sight, friends forever. Nothing could break that bond. (Until something does, but that something is far away in another plot.)
This painting was accomplished first with watercolor, which didn't look right. 8( Then I began editing with pastel and colored pencil until finally it was ok. Then scan and photoshop for extra shiny effects.
12 x 30 inches on Arches 140lb Cold Press
Daniel Smith watercolors
Sennelier Pastels
Prisma Colored Pencils
and some good old fashioned Photoshop.
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Just as I mentioned in Pasco, it would make a very lovely addition on my wall at home in Sweden, and so it really really does! Many are the friends that have drooled over it, so I now found myself forced to go get an electric fence so all that (apparently highly conductive) drool will teach them a pretty good lesson
Take care!
Best regards from the bickering (and least said weird) Swede.. (Nope, not a vegetable)
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Bought at A-Kon and framed today. Looks amazing on my wall with the shiny gold foil!It's soooo pretty! My favorite purchase all weekend. 
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I bought this print from you today at the Expo. EPIC, and I am a now a new fan of your art. <3
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One of the most beautiful scenes in the comic ever - completely epic!
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I got a print of this at Ohayocon, its absolutely gorgeous. Hopefully I'll see you at more cons in the future. I'd love to be able to pick up more of your artwork.
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SEX.
Which isd another way of saying this is friggen amazing.justy when i thought you couldnt get any better...
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I really like the comparison of the underworld and overworld, the dark and the light. I also really like the style of the creatures. It seems really smooth and streamlined, maybe graceful is a good word. Very nice.
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Some inspiring use of colour here to create mood. The creature designs are gorgeous, but I have to say what I love most is the way you've detailed and coloured the rocks. Lovely work!
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The blend of sweeping action and quiet backdrop is so beautifully balanced . . . The softly blended watercolours in the back are gorgeous and the forefront of the scene has so much movement to it. It's simply fantastic ^_^
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You were right. The smaller version in the comic doesn't do it justice.
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Ah, this is such a beautiful spread! I just love the lighting and juxtaposition of light and dark!!
And I went ahead and read the latest pages. That last panel was hilarious~
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aw, it will be ages until TG 3 is done and printed. x___x *sob*
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Your paintings just blow me away. I mean, you show me what's capable with watercolors, and it's more than I ever thought. This is just absolutely stunning, as are all your watercolors.
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Wow! <3 This is beautiful.
I hope you have some TG prints at Jet City, cause I really want some.
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So beautiful. I love how Vidu's light brings out the detail in Sedna's fur.
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Underworld, overworld wombling free...
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...Or is that just me? Moving swiftly onwards, this is damn epic, btw.
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This is so beautiful.
Blix, why are you so good with watercolour?! Why????
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Because of years of miserable practice and failure.
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I swear, all the extra work and details you put into one mere frame of one page of your comic really really makes this whole story all the more magical. The swirls and layers of watercolors are a beautiful medium for your story. However, it's the range and pairings of tones and color bleeds that help the viewer/reader really be drawn into the background myth of the tale.
If this is the product of long periods of time between updates of your comic, this is proof that you should take all the time you feel you need. The poetry of your descriptions and dialogues are fantastic, but just a panel like this takes my breath away. It's an understatement to say I'm so happy I found your work!
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oh, did you just recently come across TG? ^^
heh, currently forcing myself to the once a week update (when nothing gets in the way) is the only way I've been able to beat my rampant perfectionism.
The watercolor has really been working out for these legend scenes. I'm really glad, even if it's time consuming. It is something unique, and distractingly pretty while the plot still works at coming together.
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I started reading a month or two ago, consuming most of the story in one or two sittings. The title caught my interest, but the story and artwork got me hooked.
I usually don't comment on the web comics I read, whether on dA or elsewhere, but I will if something compels me enough to speak up. I don't want to be like some web comic fans who'll complain about a lack of updates. I would only jokingly complain, noting my addiction to the story, the need to know what happens next!
I'm quite curious as to how wide this story will expand. You've already noted TG is just one part of the "Door" story. We've already seen that just the genie has an incredibly past. And then our newly dog-to-human heroine has to gain her footing or return to the genie. Plus all the things with the latest arc... Oh so many questions! I'm quite delighted in all the possibilities, and I look forward to what you have up your sleeve.
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you and colors. 
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He may bite you with his little teef. <3 Big lion sized puppy.
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That just makes me want to give him pettins even mooore! Whosa primal force of chaos! Who? Is it youuu? Augh, my soulflesh!
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MAN, I adore how you paint light! Absolutely gorgeous, man! Can't WAIT to get my hands on this chapter!
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I can't wait to have this chapter printed, either, but the thing is gonna be about 100 pages long or more, and won't be done until 2013. 
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This piece is incredible! You really know how to express watercolours to their glory!
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Thank you so much! Watercolor is one of the most naturally beautiful sorts of paint there is ~ it just does stuff...
Every time you leave a comment, I end up going to your gallery and faving more stuff.
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