Water: Story after Oil

Painting \ Uncategorized | 09/16/06 @880 | CityRose | critiques (38) | views (2442)

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They didn't want to be water any longer- they admired the night sky, the stars, and the universe beyond. She would grant them their need, but it's a lot to ask, for creatures that used to be oil.

Please see the bigger version! The size restrictions here don't do it justice

This picture is based on Oil by

CityRose

I've tried to stay true to the original characters, trying to keep the same look to the creatures, and keep the stretch-limbed, spiky hair girl looking pretty well the same as the original.

I started this picture back in January this year, and after abandoning it many times, and slowly chipping away at it in my spare time, I would love to finally put this picture to bed. I tried a lot of new things with this painting. I typically rely heavily on multiple layers, but only used one in this painting. It's the first time I've painted water, the first time I've "painted" stars, and many more things. It was a time for experimentation. And there are a lot of things I will be sure to avoid in future.

I have lots to say about what I do and don't like about this pic, but I don't want to taint your critiques

Painted exclusively into Photoshop with my Wacom Intuos 6x8. Very minor references used, to get an idea of the look of water, and for the face (used a mirror on my desk).

As always, I GREATLY appreciate any critiques that head my way- I am not easily offended. Make use of that review function!

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Comments (38)

Slapo

09/16/06 @885

The eyes of the little freaks could use more shading... compared to the rest, they look cartoonish (like a droopy cartoon, lol).I like the rest, though

lolita

09/16/06 @913

well done. maybe a bit more work on her dress. but all in all great painting. +10

pawlack

09/16/06 @937

Well we had to wait a while since your last post

I agree with slapo and lolita
+10

LobsterHead

09/16/06 @940

That skull in the sky is a great touch, I didn't see that at first. The water is good as well, the creatures don't fit too well though. Good image

Inabottle

09/16/06 @956

I've been looking at this in your blog for quite some time, and Im so happy to see the whole deal, very impresive you did a fantastic job on the water. And the seams of the fabric looks fantastic on the larger version almost real in appearance. I dont know if the fingers are drawn to prortion or longer, but the seem a tad off. And the right hand looks like it only has three fingers. But this is an awesome painting a huge leap in skill from your last one, which i think you took down because it isnt in you gallery no more. Anywyas, well done and Im glad to see it done!

Wysiwyg

09/17/06 @962

I've spend countless hours on Yahoo IM working with you to help finish this one out ...you know how I feel about it

If you wish for a long standing critique here let me know.

Andy--Jones

09/17/06 @982

Ha those little creatures are great. Love teh water and like the colour of your sky also. Agree that the fingers look long but not sure if its intentional. Good work!

CityRose

09/17/06 @988

Thanks for the comments peoples! ^_^ It's good to know what works and what doesn't.

Thanks Rian ^_^ In the original picture, she had 4 fingers and a thumb, though all the digits were proportionally long. I decided to give her a slightly more alien feel in this picture by giving her only 3 fingers and a thumb on each hand, but I think I'll have to learn more about hand anatomy to be able to pull this off better.

Brett, you deserve a HUGE thank you! I don't think this piece would have reached this stage if it wasn't for all your critiques on the work in progress- words of wisdom ^_^ If I'd followed more of your advice, it would look better than it does, but I'm sick to death of this picture Lol. All the advice has been going towards my next picture though

If you feel up to it, I think a critique from you would be great, if just to show others what you saw. thanks again Brett

loneorbit

09/17/06 @994

Setting of a dark night with waves crashing into her and into itself. Creatures with in water reach outward looking towards her for help as they are tossed about by these powerful waves. Some of the creatures at peak of wave mimick the fluid movement that is water in a smooth, natural manner. Her pose is well done as she glares slightly towards viewer. Although her pose is good in terms realism it doesn't fit in with rest of image. She seems to sit near surface of water with out any sort of support beneath her (ex. rocks or sand), which gives the impression that she can float. Additional waves in distance off to viewers' right could inhance the overall feeling of depth. Green used as a ray of light seems to hail from way off in the distance, since it barely affects the clouds hovering over head. To bring it forward in image the lighting from it would need to have more influence in the clouds and some in waves populated in distance. Skull in ray of light adds a foreboading overtone to that region of the scene.

kittyKat

09/17/06 @005

its about time you post another!!
wonderful work
I hope to see more!
*hugs*

astemu

09/17/06 @012

very nice work!......... cool bg

acida

09/17/06 @038

+10. sweet. i like her pose and her hair and the things in the water.

slit

09/17/06 @086

this is a great work, but....

i can see how Water goddes can transform oil to water, but in that case, don't you think that a goddes of Universe should be the one to transform these creatures into stars?
also, her lags look a bit out of proportion with the rest of the body... and the position looks a little uncomfortable, imagine yourself sitting the way she has to in this painting

ARZILLIER66

09/17/06 @096

Nice! I like it

Kalathis

09/17/06 @175

*gasp* she's back!!!! ahahahahaha i'm so happy ^___^ *gives city rose a hug* and it was totaly worth the wait, cause words fail to describe just how totaly awesome your painting is!!!! it was well wortht he wait for the full version, even on ym crappy 56k connection down here in melb!. +9 it's the highest i can give and i wish it was more

mefisto

09/17/06 @415

realy great one! i like the water so much! but i agree with the other that the fingers on the right hand looks little confused
max points

deManuel

09/17/06 @440

Amazing work. Nothing more to say. +10

JESR

09/17/06 @914

great design and effects +10/10

Cigaro

09/17/06 @917

her feet are maybe a bit too long

anyway the work on the waves is mindnumbing, and overall it looks great

WarrenLouw

09/17/06 @923

very cool! i like the blues/cyans youve used and the water/waves are executed very well. well done!

yerffej

09/18/06 @004

Without a doubt,it's your best pic yet B.I agree about the critters eyes,but I love that sky.Great atmoshere and color choice for this.Can't wait to see your next.

Daykan

09/18/06 @067

great work!! really amazing!

pegahoul

09/18/06 @435

Great concept , I like the creatures ^^

ARTOONATOR

09/18/06 @773

Good to see you're still at it.

dakoo

09/20/06 @624

GR8 execution of creatures..
I get an idea for a manipulation from this ...
Thnx a lot.... !!!

Maidith

09/24/06 @690

So beautiful. I love how you painted the water and her legs are fantastic.

+ 10/10

ThruMyEyez

09/25/06 @955

The little creatures are wonderful as are the waves and her face. Very good work Belinda!

Thorsten

09/26/06 @943

The water thingies are great and almost too cute.

I recognized the skull only after reading about it in the comments. Looks cool, but I have no idea why it is there.

PeterGrave5

09/27/06 @407

wo do you remember a year ago? i remember commenting on your work a year ago, and looking at this, and then back at those....wow, it took you what, 10 months to get to where you wanted to be....thats kind of dramatic...

i love this piece, the water has a sort of asian look, and the little creatures are spooky/cute...nice affect, plus your colors are just amazing

NaxeT

09/28/06 @385

Wow!! i love the water

+9

ParanoidChild

09/30/06 @805

aw this is really beautiful... and it has great details.. :> i like it

CityRose

10/06/06 @312

Thank you so much everyone for the lovely comments and all those great critiques ^___^ As I've said, it's good to know what has worked in this picture and what hasn't; it helps me a great deal when it comes to creating my next piece.

My intention with the skull was my little attempt to give a sense of doom to the picture. It's all well and fine for them to turn into the universe (how fantastic!), but I tried to indicate to the viewer that the result of this wouldn't be so great, that they're pushing things too far. This isn't very clear though, I'll have to work on that. ^_^

That's a very flattering comment you made Peter, thank you very much!

It took much longer to reach this stage actually- it's just that my 'progress' wasn't documented in completed pictures. I still have a long way to go though.

Thank you all again for the critiques- sorry I haven't commented on them all, but believe me, I've paid attention to them. I really appreciate it. ^_^

leloops

11/15/06 @689

pure beauty! =) i'm so glad i stumbled across your gallery, i wish she was more close up tho althogh the waves are incredibly done as well =))))

my max. vote

Enialadam

01/08/07 @877

*gasps*

Amazing! Truly enchanting painting! I love your use of colour and lighting. Beautiful work!

JordanRoots

02/02/07 @982

The concept is very good. and the water effect is very well done. the girl has a very pretty face. I wonder what will be the next theme of the series. What will they want to become then?

Fyralath

05/12/07 @827

Very nice painting luv the bg and these lil creature.
Great work!

KaTeRiEnA

01/24/08 @927

LovE HoW YoU DiD ThE WaTeR! ChArAcTeR Is GrEaT! *^_^*

Daywish

04/07/08 @418

The sea is great. The thingies in the water are funny touch

Very amusing.

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Gianna23

01/01/70 @413

Concept:

Strong

Technical Skill:

Strong

Impact/impression:

Strong

Pros:

The concept is very very good. I like that the theme is still consistent. I remember that Oil one you did very well. The little guys are still cute and they give a whimsical feel to the image which I always love. They are my favorite part of this because they have so much personality and are all very different. It is a lot of fun to look at each one. The water is very well done, and so is the girl. I really like the design of her character. I love that skull that suprises you from the background. The colors are really beautifully chosen and applied as well.

Cons:

I am not that great at anatomy myself, so I won't say too much. Over all she has a strong figure, but her hand (near the red blobby) seems a bit strange.

Overall opinion/feedback:

Overall I really like this. It is a successful painting especially since it makes me want to know more about the story you are telling!

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Water: Story after Oil

Painting \ Uncategorized | 09/16/06 @880 | CityRose | critiques (38) | views (2442)

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