I love all of your fanart!!!! I Have to look at your fanart just to get a laugh. the two pieces of fanart that i like the best is The Art of Ramen and Halloween with Inuyasha. Will you be my buddy?(Gives you puppy eyes)
This is by far one of the most creative pieces of artwork I've ever seen submitted by anyone! This is exactly what I've been talking about: Artistic innovation, thinking outside the box and creating something completely original! This is why you're my artistic role-model, Lindsey-chan! ^_^ *HUG!*
I'll start with what's probably the most apt choice of subjects considering the idea used here: Namely, the ears.
It's near impossible to draw an accurate yet appealing ear-interior (at least for artists like me Y_Y). Yet, you've done so in something different from a normal ear. The ears look clean and genuinely Elvin (sp?).
The other features on the characters look incredible as well. All four hands are perfect (as is expected from EAMR ~_'), and the bodily proportioning is beyond substantial. I'm particularly impressed (yes, I know I'm "particularly impressed" with a LOT of things in your artwork XD Sorry if I'm sounding like a broken record) with hair textures in this piece, especially Yuki's. His hair looks genuinely like soft, Elfish hair, and it's physics look spot-on for how hair reacts wit the wind. I'd also like to say that you did a great job in the concept for Yuki's hair; the pony-tail being an excellent and well-executed idea. The physics of Ayame's hair looks great to, but I would suggest some thought on braid-design. The braided locks look great, but the braids themselves don't look quite...well, like braids. (Am I making ANY sense?)
The clothing and the colors used where-in are a sight to behold as well. The choice of blues for Yuki's shall...er, tunic...or whatever that is he's wearing, complement his over-all design and color-scheme better then anything else that could have been done. The grays in the shirt below it add even more to this effect. The folds in the afore mentioned clothing are also INCREDIBLE!
The bow Yuki's holding looks great as well. I love the gold on top of the blue combination in the bow's mid-section. However, the upper and lower sections of the bow look vacant when compared to the elegant design the mid-section has. The bow achieves symmetrical physical balance, but not a visual balance. (Sorry, I know my suggestions sound awkward, but I'm trying my best to say what could use improvement so you can improve your future work. ^_^').
But regardless, Ayame's sword looks spectacular. Despite it's curve, it still looks more like a solid European blade rather then the curved (and fairly ugly) Turkish swords. The wooden base on the sword is unlike any I've ever seen before (you're just sooooooo original!!! ^.^). Its texture looks like actual solid but smoothed wood, glossy and refined into an effective weapon handle. Its engravings are intricate, and the metallic texture of the blade looks very real, particularly at the bottom.
I must also say that Ayame's color-scheme is spectacular as well. The browns, rusty oranges and pale/darkened yellows compliment each other so well! Ayame's grayed hair and deep skin-tone also add to this (the ear-ring was a great idea, by the way).
Finally, I've got to say I love the background.
Well, I love the beautiful purples, blacks and blues used in the sky, as well as the general idea for the BG, but in my honest (and humble) opinion the pink wisps sort of detract from the overall design. They look beautiful and all, but they make the sky above the characters feel cluttered and busy. I think a few less wisps or even the simple royal-purple skyline would have been fine.
But, even with those minor flaws, you still managed to make it look great!
I'm EXTREMELY impressed with this piece, Lindsey.
I just can't believe how original it is, yet how uncomplicated the concept is. This is just so fresh and innovative! *HUG* I can't wait for what you have in store for the future, Lindsey-chan! ^_^
That is one awesome peace of art! The profiles are perfect and the clothing is perfect. You are so good. I am really glad I have you as a friend. Not for your popularity, but for your art. It is really inspiring.
The shading is awesome. I like everything about your drawing. Everything fits perfecty with the backround, which, by the way, looks awesome!! How did you do the backround?? I know it says acrilic paint, but how did you get the idea for the backround and how did you mix the colors so well??
Anyway, I am taking up a lot of room. I will stop now. I hope you keep up the fantastic work!!
Take care!
Michi
Holy **ell! This is so completely and totally gorgeous! Yuki and Ayame look awesome as elves! The background is just so amazing! What I love best is Yuki�s long hair and calm expression and Ayame�s braids in his hair. I�ll admit it, I wish I had this picture to hang on the wall in my room. You have a Deviant Art account right? They do prints don�t they if the artist has an account for their print services right? If you aren�t set up for that you should be! I know I would want one! ^_^
I also love how you shaded their clothing and the detail of the bracers in their wrists, at least I think they are called bracers, and I love how the blue of the bracer on Yuki�s wrist matches the sash on his waist and the binding in his hair. It�s all just so lovely.
This is definitely one of my favorites out of all that you have drawn. Completely and totally awesome! ^_^
~*Aaryanna*~
It's absolutely incredible. (thinks: so....if yuki and ayame were elves, they'd visit spermville?) haha. Just kidding my love. The backround creates an amazing ambiance to the foreground. I really love it. Great job.
~Yuki
Dr. Mama Cat. (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 12/13/05 | Reply
I can think of one word that sums this drawing up quite nicely. Wow! I think you outdid yourself on this one. It�s a beautiful rendition of these two in another setting and context and yet it retains their personality from Fruits Basket as well.
Yuki looks so calm and serious and Ayame though he may look calm has the air of one who is mischievous. The background is beautifully mystical and fits the picture quite well.
The only thing that seems off, and keep in mind that I am not an artist, is the angle of Yuki�s neck, but only by a tiny bit. I could be completely wrong and it doesn�t distract from the over all beauty of this drawing.
I think by far that this picture is definitely one of my favorites out of all the pictures I have seen that you have drawn. It would look gorgeous as a framed print to be hung on ones wall. Excellent job. Till later.
indifference
Yes, I agree. They do make good elves and you drew/colored them so wonderfully too. ^.^ Hmm, Yuki's hair looks so soft but Ayame's looks a bit stiff. Aahh, don't mind me, I'm just picky. >.>;
Awesome Person (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 12/12/05 | Reply
wow.....that looks REALLY nice. i LOVE the background....although im not a big fan of pink. heh...^^' but it looks REALLY awesome. although i notice that yukis left thumb looks a little strange...and ayames left pinky is alittle long...but i ABSOLUTELY love ayames long sword/dagger thingy.....VERY VERY awesome. loving the detail...and of course im also loving yuki and ayames hair...very smooth...but like the person below me said..their hair are blowing opposite directions. haha. i jsut noticed it....cant believe i didnt notice it earlier XP overall 9.99/10...WAY too cool >.<
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I love it, I love the contrasts, and your right they make good elves. ^_^ I'm really impressed! Especially with the bows...
The only thing I notice wrong is if Ayame's hair is blowing to the east(supposing they're facing east/west) Shouldn't yuki's hair be doing the same? Oh well, still love it!
oh, WOW....*stares* O_O the background is so.....PIZZAZZY, and yet still yuki and ayame stick out so well.....i LOVE your detail and the new way of coloring is AMAZING!!!!! i definately prefer this way to the other, though anything you do is enough to amaze me. XD oh my gosh, wow....this is gonna have to be one of my favorites of yours!!! of course along w/ eddie......
and WOW i absolutely LOVE the shininess of ayame's sword handle thing......i dunno what it's called. XD
This is gorgeous. ^_^ I especially love how Yuki looks with long hair. I wondered what you were going to do as a background and I love what you chose. It�s very mystical looking. ^_^ Great job! I think this one is going to be one of my favorites out of all the pictures you have drawn. ^_^
SunfallE
AAAAAAHHH! that looks sooo good!! your backgrounds are what i think i might love the most! theyre soo.. captivating id have to say. especially this one! and the picture all together is wonderful! very nice job! i would like to see more where this came from! ^_^
I love it...the coloring is awesome...it has a velvet look to it!!the BACKGROUND IS AWESOME AS WELL...VERY CREATIVE!!well take care and keep up the good work!!later!!^_^
wow id loox great elvesatemyramen! ^w^ but i think 1 thing dat kinda neadz e fixen no offense iz d handz if u know what i mean dare e lil bit thin but idz hard 2 do handz so no biggy but d detail n d background loox SUPER AWSOME!!! ^w^ keep up d gewd work! ^^
~Rachel-chan~
WooW o.O Incredible work Lindsey!! I always love the way you color in your artwork.The idea for the background was so creative ^__^ You really make the characters look just like the real thing!! Awesome work !! And thankx for the advice on my work ^^ I'll keep at it. ^-^ b
Wow! I'm loving the background especially, and the colouring and everything! Their standing position (pose or whatever it's called) is pretty awesome too. I have to say though, I wouldn't really think it was Yuki or Ayame unless you said ^^;
Anywho, YAY! Another fabulous piece of work! ^^
The detailes on the.. things that teyre holding is very nice? But I dont understand what it is.. bows? Further things I dont understand what is: these pink things that are flying around... Nice clothing!
Awesome!! Yuki and Ayame really do make good elves. ^_^x
Love the shading and the coloring! The detail is amazing!! And the BG is b-e-a-utiful!!
Once again, you created a masterpiece!! Keep up the good work!! You rule!!
Happy Holidays!!
^_^x
The colouring's awesome!!!
The colors are all soft and smooth out^.^
I think Takaya-sensei should let Yuki grow out his hair^_~
I really love the background!!!Even though Yuki's in cool colors,he's still popping out(that sounds funny..popping out...o_O)
Wow the colouring is amazing! i think one of the smaller elves hands looks a little small but thats a teeny tiny detail that wudnt b noticed anyway bcoz this piccy is so amazing!!! I still dnt understand how u get acrylics bend like that!
the hair! oh so pretty i really love aya's hair yuki's too the background is also very pretty
the only thing that bugs me is their noses but it's probably just my weirdness
~redmoonchick~
You've done it again... you've submitted yet another good piece of art, and I believe that it is one of the best that you've posted on theO. The shading, the coloring...excellent work all around. ^__^
Beautiful as always! ^^ Those pink whispy thingies sorta' remind me of the pyre-flies from FFX-2...
I like the intricate designs on the bow and blade-hilt! Very nice! I also love how you used warm colors for Ayame and cool colors for Yuki...they match their personalities perfectly!
Once again, another masterpiece, and very original at that! I think one of the best parts of the piece is their hair...just the way you lighted/shaded it...Nice!
Keep it up!
~Shiko-chan
Wooooooow! Oh I love this one! The color is so rich!
I like the hints of gray in Yuki's outfit, it gives it a durable look. And the brown of Ayame's looks really bright next to the blue, and matches his eyes perfectly. This one is going on my list of favorites for sure! ^_^
Unfortunately, I'd have to say that Ayame's skin is a bit too orange. Other than that, I love it. Your work seems to be developing the characters as more realistic or maybe that's just my impression. The bg is very interesting...keeps one guessing. I'd have to agree that those too would make good elves, especially like Yuki's long hair.
Wow, cool. I like the new coloring style. SHINY! But a little bit less so ^_^
Oh, it's a sword! *smacks forehead* Now I understand. It looks a lot like Arwen's from the movie ^_^
I voted a big fat YES just so you know^_^ The "constructive criticism" is on your post comments. Sorry I just started talking about it before I could stop myself. Very good job!!
Wow! I love your new artwork! ^^ Very awesome. You did such a good work on it.
I kinda notice a difference in your coloring. I'm liking the new technique. =D
Well done Lindsey! I really love it. Seeing Yuki and Ayame being elves is so cool. Haha. xD
It's so beautiful!! I think those are the first elves that are not wearing green, lol. I was expecting a more foresty background, and I think it'd look better with one, but this is quite, quite nice! ^_^
Very well done! Yuki's hair is especially sexy. ^_~
OMG... This is AMAZING. I love the way that you colored it. I am totally speachless. I have been waiting to see how you would color this. The coloring is just breath taking. Keep up the encredible work. I give it a 25 out of 10.
Haha, they do indeed make wonderful elves. XD Yuki looks cool with long hair... ::tugs on it:: I love how solid your lines are... Outstanding work! b^_^d
OMG... I knew it would be gorgeous! It's absolutely beautiful! How do you color like that? It's amazing. *worships Elves* ;_; I seriously can't take my eyes off of this picture. Two thumbs up!
Waoh!!!
KAWAII!!!!!
That's soooooo amazing!!! This is my favorite!!! Good job! I LOVE your artworks SOOOOOOO much!!!!!!!!!!
*yay, i'm the second one to comment!!!
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