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Published: 2012-01-18 00:44:40 +0000 UTC; Views: 1723; Favourites: 116; Downloads: 0
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Description *Edit: Since this didn't even make the top fifteen as a finalist, I suppose it can stay up. The hell with you two, greeting card scholarship. Next time I will only do a five minute scribble, since that seems to be what you like to pick to win. >:C*

Originally I was not going to post the final version of this, but since the scholarship contest has officially closed and I don't find out results until mid March, I decided the hell with it. If it wins and they have a problem with it, then I'll remove it then. But I'm pretty proud of it, so I share.



A huge shoutout to *Kutanra , ~StupidFae , ~Amontadillo , ~IvanHattori , and *BronzeHalo for the features and critiques! Unfortunately I did not have time to fix everything mentioned, but I did try to make the nostrils a little deeper, fix the eyes, and fluff up the wreath (even though now I see the fluff on the left layer must have accidentally been hidden). If this doesn't win, I will probably go back and fix everything that was mentioned, just because it will help improve for the next piece. You guys are awesome, and thank you so much for helping to make this piece better!



And, most importantly, a huge thank you to ~mwilliams-stock for letting me use one of her photographs as a reference for this beautiful horse! This is probably only my second or third attempt at a Clydesdale, and he gorgeous horse was absolutely perfect.
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Thanks so much!



DO NOT copy, reproduce, distribute, transmit, broadcast, display, sell, license, heavily reference, trace, claim, reuse, or otherwise exploit for any other purpose whatsoever without prior written consent of the respective owner. All rights are reserved and they are reserved to ME! DO NOT "SHARE" my work! This is for a scholarship competition and is not intended for use other than that. And that includes Howrse coats dammit.
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Comments: 39

Arucane [2012-01-20 04:32:01 +0000 UTC]

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The detailing on the legs and the body is AMAZING! e.deviantart.net/emoticons/l/l… " width="19" height="19" alt="" title="La la la la"/>

However, the muzzle looks... off... kinda twisted in a way. the nose looks front on, but the head is looking to the left.

the forelock looks slightly off.. perhaps eliminating the right side partially would make it look better?

The background is simply Amazing O.O but the sky looks.. empty. I needs some clouds and perhaps a few less stars on the bottom and around the moon.

the moon could use a bit of texture as well e.deviantart.net/emoticons/s/s… " width="15" height="15" alt="" title=" (Smile)"/> but otherwise, its a fabulous piece e.deviantart.net/emoticons/b/b… " width="15" height="15" alt="" title=" (Big Grin)"/> I really enjoy staring at it e.deviantart.net/emoticons/l/l… " width="19" height="21" alt="" title="Laughing my ass off!"/>

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Kutanra [2012-01-20 00:38:45 +0000 UTC]

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A complex piece which I have followed from a previous WIP

The detail and smooth shading provides a pleasing view and the wreath adds a charming festive spirit to it.

The wreath would have been better with more volume on the side of the neck though this was not possible due to technical issues

The eyes seem to lack some life and could do with that spark of energy to set it off

The snow cloud adds a hazy magic touch which is dreamy and defines the horse

A piece well done and the best of luck getting a Scholarship.

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EraOfRaptor [2012-01-19 21:41:10 +0000 UTC]

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With this Premium membership day I can finally critique your art!

With this piece, it's one word. Gorgeous! The background is positively stunning, though I think the sky could use a bit more detail , maybe some blurred clouds around the moon. The sleigh and reindeer is a great addition to the image, that little extra detail brings a great effect to it.

Now onto the horse. The detailing to the legs and face is amazing, Especially the white markings, the mane and forelock are wonderful, however the forelock seems a bit odd on the right side going towards the horse and I'd think it'd look really nice with a few loose strands instead of a more solid chunk of hair. The tail is well done, nothing to say there.

The front right hoof seems to be an an odd angle but that could be the feathering playing tricks on my eyes.

All in all it's a beautiful image with that feeling that's just perfect for the Holiday season!

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RejectAll-American In reply to EraOfRaptor [2012-01-19 23:05:29 +0000 UTC]

Thanks so much for the critique!
Also, for future notice- a critique is just as valuable in a regular comment as it is "officially" posted.

I definitely agree on the forelock. The right hoof was mentioned by someone earlier in the WIPs, but unfortunately I did not have enough time in the deadline to go back and fix it. But no one mentioned the mane and yes, I definitely think some looser strands instead of a block like it is would be much better. If it doesn't win, then I'm going to go in and probably try to fix everything everyone has mentioned, as it serves to make me improve!

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EraOfRaptor In reply to RejectAll-American [2012-01-19 23:11:30 +0000 UTC]

Oh I know. I've just always wanted to write a critique. Make me feel all special

And I'm glad my input could help!

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DreamDrifter91 [2014-05-01 08:38:35 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful.
I love the santa sled flying over the moon :3

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SomersetRaven [2012-09-26 14:16:01 +0000 UTC]

This is gorgeous! I love the pose and the way he/she is kicking up the snow! The shading is fantastic as well!

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RejectAll-American In reply to SomersetRaven [2012-09-26 18:11:35 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! Unfortunately the "design a greeting card" judges did not agree, but that's okay! We'll just get 'em next time!

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SomersetRaven In reply to RejectAll-American [2012-09-26 19:32:20 +0000 UTC]

Aww that's a shame but like you said there's next time

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equestriad [2012-06-14 16:05:35 +0000 UTC]

This should really be a christmas card!

~Polish and I Know It~

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RejectAll-American In reply to equestriad [2012-06-14 21:30:29 +0000 UTC]

Well, it might have been, but it didn't win so now it's just another piece of work.

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equestriad In reply to RejectAll-American [2012-06-15 00:54:49 +0000 UTC]

You can always try making it a print on another site or you can just use it for next holiday when you want something nice to send to relatives. That would be cool.

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RejectAll-American In reply to equestriad [2012-06-15 04:46:55 +0000 UTC]

Nah, I don't really do prints because they'll charge you $20 but the artist only makes $2 of that. If I really wanted it printed, I'd just use my own. Plus, I don't send cards or anything.

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equestriad In reply to RejectAll-American [2012-06-15 12:24:06 +0000 UTC]

Yeah, or you can get prints at a store and try selling them that way. You can always try another website that has more royalty towards the artist, too.

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RejectAll-American In reply to equestriad [2012-06-15 19:34:26 +0000 UTC]

Not interested in selling.

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equestriad In reply to RejectAll-American [2012-06-15 22:34:06 +0000 UTC]

Okay! Lol I'm sorry I'm so annoying and I talk too much XD

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purpleshadowbooster [2012-01-18 15:45:43 +0000 UTC]

Wow amazing

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TrustInDoubt [2012-01-18 11:35:24 +0000 UTC]

Man, I love watching a series of WIPs result in a final piece. This looks really great, good luck in the contest!

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Thowra [2012-01-18 09:24:38 +0000 UTC]

Hebus Jebus! o.o Man that's gorgeous artwork love! Holy Hell it's flawless! Absolutely beautiful! Those details on the horse, the snow... and look Santa in the sky! 8D So is so cool!

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RejectAll-American In reply to Thowra [2012-01-19 04:12:02 +0000 UTC]

Hehe thanks lovely!

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jockeyy [2012-01-18 03:29:36 +0000 UTC]

this turned out AMAZING!!

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RejectAll-American In reply to jockeyy [2012-01-18 03:37:42 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!

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jockeyy In reply to RejectAll-American [2012-01-22 22:03:34 +0000 UTC]

your welcome!

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Ready-Or-Not [2012-01-18 01:42:18 +0000 UTC]

Puts me in the CHristmas spirit all over again Great job, and good luck!

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RejectAll-American In reply to Ready-Or-Not [2012-01-18 01:44:15 +0000 UTC]

Hehe I know, I'm a little late in that!
Thanks!

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Crimson-Mane [2012-01-18 01:41:09 +0000 UTC]

I still think that wreath is beautifully detailed - as is the rest of this lovely artwork. I hope they accept it into the contest. Good luck, hun!

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RejectAll-American In reply to Crimson-Mane [2012-01-18 01:44:41 +0000 UTC]

That wreathe took forever. But it was my favorite part of the whole painting.
Thanks!

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Watonzon [2012-01-18 01:28:18 +0000 UTC]

It looks awesome like always.

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RejectAll-American In reply to Watonzon [2012-01-18 01:31:24 +0000 UTC]

Thanks!
Too bad you didn't get to enter

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Watonzon In reply to RejectAll-American [2012-01-18 01:44:10 +0000 UTC]

its ok I'll try again next time there's an art scholarship

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Kutanra [2012-01-18 01:19:50 +0000 UTC]

Horse: Rudolph is missing, let me take his place Santa! Please oh please oh please! Look I can run really fast!"

This is a nice piece. You want me to do a crit/review on it? :3

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RejectAll-American In reply to Kutanra [2012-01-18 01:21:22 +0000 UTC]


Please Santa! I can fly really well!

Thanks! And sure! If it doesn't win I plan to go in and redo it so by all means!

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Kutanra In reply to RejectAll-American [2012-01-18 09:42:35 +0000 UTC]

And I'm much better looking than a deer, look at my shiny mane!!

Do you want to add the critique feature then?

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RejectAll-American In reply to Kutanra [2012-01-19 04:12:35 +0000 UTC]

And my feets are fluffy!

Feature activated!

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Kutanra In reply to RejectAll-American [2012-01-20 00:40:45 +0000 UTC]

Fluffy feets!!

Critique written

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RejectAll-American In reply to Kutanra [2012-01-20 00:47:19 +0000 UTC]

THEY'RE SO FLUFFEH!


Thanks!

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Kutanra In reply to RejectAll-American [2012-01-20 00:48:52 +0000 UTC]

SO FLUFFY I'M GONNA DIE!!

yw, my first crit

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RejectAll-American In reply to Kutanra [2012-01-20 02:46:08 +0000 UTC]

FLUFFY FLUFFY FLUFFY!

That's awesome!

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Kutanra In reply to RejectAll-American [2012-01-20 07:41:25 +0000 UTC]

FLOOOOF

Yupp

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