Howdy!
Alright, it's been a long time since I've been able to see your work. And from this picture I can honestly
say, too long! I think you've truely
blown away all your fans (yes fans!) with this picture, showing them truely what you're capable of as an artist. As
original artwork goes, this is superb. The immediate image strikes with power and expression and the movement is so
fluid and life-like that you can't help but almost see it move. The greatest part about this picture as far as
I'm concerned however, is the lighting effect. Without the contrast between the light and dark, the sheer depth of
the feathers would not be visible. As is, you can almost reach out and feel them and despite it's black and white
colouring, the shading allows for the imagination of the viewer to colour it themselves... for example, I see golden
yellow (I've never seen colour in a black and white image before, it's cool!) One word comes to mind;
Shineeey!
What else is so great about this picture is the hidden detail of the other wing in the background. This makes it look a
lot more realistic and the faded effect, although perhaps a little strong, is a great idea and makes a lot of difference
to the overall image. The only downsides are that the wing is as I said a little too faded, which makes the viewer question whether or not it's actually meant to be there and also
that the wing stops at the beginning of the foreground wing, to make sure people know it actually exists, it should follow through the rest of the picture to
peek out from behind the forground wing at times. Now that I think about it... maybe it's not supposed to be there! ^_^' Well, either way, it may be a good idea for future pictures.
;)
The only constructive criticism I can find about this picture (except for the mystery wing) is the difference between
the top of the body and the bottom. The top is so realistic and detailed that it over-shadows the bottom half, which is
odd considering the leg is supposed to be closer to the viewer than the main body. I think, had there been just a slight
texture to the fur around the lower body and knee, this could've been avoided. On the other hand, too much detail
would've ruined the picture by making it too complex to look at... I guess the key is balance and you've
pretty much achieved that here.
Lastly, I just want to say that the overall picture is amazing and I seriously doubt that anyone, not even yourself (ye
of modest tendencies) could say otherwise. This is a definite favourite and I'm sure you'd get a lot of money
for the artwork you're currently producing. I'd definitely buy it!... erm... 'cept I have no cash! lol
^_^'
Great work, Tou.