Under the Violet Shade

"Under the Violet Shade"
(Original characters for commission)

The last commission I had done for 2013, and the longest to complete, as it was commissioned back in May, and only finished in December... The characters are original to the client, and she loves the idea of purple trees, I ended up on doing a lavender tree for reference, given the winter setting. Doing the characters was quite trying because of their size on the paper and making sure they had enough detail to not look lazily done, and the tree itself took the longest, and probably created the long gaps between sessions with this piece. There was a lot of daunting elements about this, and to be quite frank, I'm not completely satisfied with the final product. If I just had some more colors...
Kelli, if you read this, I'm game for a re-do in the future! XD (But I am glad you're happy with it, so that's all that should matter to me)

December 20, 2013
Micron pens, Sakura Pigma pens, Prismacolor Markers, colored pencils, chalk pastels, and gel pens
on 11x17" cardstock.

Mercury Crystal Power

"Mercury Crystal Power"
(Sailor Mercury from Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon SuperS)

Another Sailor Moon-themed Christmas present, her favorite is Sailor Mercury/Ami/Amy. To remain consistent with the Usagi picture I did previously, I went with her SuperS appearance, which is actually far more subtle, with only longer tassels on the back bow. I must admit, I made her look considerably more mature than I had intended... I'm just no good with super-skinny body types, but that's okay. This can be considered a bit more "realistic," I guess. XD

December 17, 2013
Normal pens, Micron pens, Prismacolor Markers, colored pencils, chalk pastels and gel pens
on 8.5x11" cardstock.

Moon Cosmic Power

"Moon Cosmic Power"
(Sailor Moon from Bishoujo Senshi Sailor Moon SuperS)

A Christmas present for a friend, I've - for some reason - always wanted to do fan art for Sailor Moon, but my knowledge is limited, based only on some of the earlier seasons and select episodes. After recently getting a lot of resources for character drafts and knowing I have friends who loved and grew up with the series, I decided to do a few pieces. The SuperS iteration stood out to me, being just different enough to show Usagi/Serena as the leader, but I definitely gave her a much more stern, serious face. Perhaps, too serious. ^_^;;

December 16, 2013
Normal pens, Micron pens, Prismacolor Markers, colored pencils, chalk pastels and gel pens
on 8.5x11" cardstock.

The Red

"The Red"
(Adol Christin from Ys Seven)

A belated last-Christmas gift art I had meant to give to my friend over at Octobomb Studios, Who, while is a huge fan of The Legend of Zelda, also loves the Ys series. I've not played any, personally, since all but two are on systems I don't own. :\ I do like the design of his latest iteration, and , must admit, I am extremely proud of this picture! From the fabric flow to the shine of the blade, I made a piece that gives a real good sense of motion and action!

December15, 2013
Normal pens, Micron pens, Prismacolor Markers, colored pencils, and gel pens
on 8.5x11" cardstock.