Ah yes, that makes sense! Tempera is just another standard type of paint, nothing fancy there. Acrylic makes more sense here - acrylic is a bit more plasticy and and generally has more volume (and you can end up with a lot of shine). Temperas might be a little flatter. It's always nice to experiment with different media, though! Either way, I definitely like this image!
This is simply acrylic paint, so it's probably not as impressive as you were hoping. I have never before used tempera, but I feel that I should after reading up on it. The glow that you see is actually how the picture came out after being captured by the photographer in my art class. At first I didn't like it because it really blurs the borders of the horns, but after reading this comment I actually feel better about it. I really appreciate the compliment; thank you very much.
The Silent (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 12/31/12 | Reply
My, is this tempera paint? This is such a dramatic image - it really does have that weight to it. The Horns and eyes almost seem to glow, when set against that background, and the overall effect is frightening... well done.
snow fox
The Silent (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 01/04/13 | Reply
@Nachturnal:
Ah yes, that makes sense! Tempera is just another standard type of paint, nothing fancy there. Acrylic makes more sense here - acrylic is a bit more plasticy and and generally has more volume (and you can end up with a lot of shine). Temperas might be a little flatter. It's always nice to experiment with different media, though! Either way, I definitely like this image!
Nachturnal
Otakuite | Posted 01/04/13 | Reply
@snow fox:
This is simply acrylic paint, so it's probably not as impressive as you were hoping. I have never before used tempera, but I feel that I should after reading up on it. The glow that you see is actually how the picture came out after being captured by the photographer in my art class. At first I didn't like it because it really blurs the borders of the horns, but after reading this comment I actually feel better about it. I really appreciate the compliment; thank you very much.
snow fox
The Silent (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 12/31/12 | Reply
My, is this tempera paint? This is such a dramatic image - it really does have that weight to it. The Horns and eyes almost seem to glow, when set against that background, and the overall effect is frightening... well done.