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©2004-2009 *rachaelm5
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Artist's Comments

This was a surprise commissioned piece for Barb's New House. The friends who commissioned it wanted a dragon, elements in threes (like the pattern on its wings and the frieze on the little temple), and in a style reminiscent of the Pre-Raphaelites. I don't think I quite hit it on the Pre-Raphaelite styling, though I did pick up some elements there that were popular - particularly the "natural world" bits. I painted this with watercolor, then went in and did a boatload of detailing with colored pencil. The pigeons must die.

Original Artwork: sold.

Prints available:
8x10 inches for $15.
11x14 inches for $30.
16x20 inches for $50.

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:icontdx:
That is sweetness.....very nice work :)

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Expect nothing, and you'll never be disappointed.
:iconnatsumisan:
Wow, this is gorgeous! I love the colors and the designs on the wings!
:iconmistress-nine:
Wow! It seems rare these days to see people who don't resort to computer coloring. This is so impressive and beautiful! The colors match up well, and the amount of vivid detail captures my eye, and gives out this whimsical feeling. My god I wish I could paint like this with watercolors. Your shading ability is magnificant, and so is your control with how small the details can be. The dragon has such passion and pride, it's wonderful to see. This is just so amazing, I must fav! :D
:iconstudio-sek:
This is absolutly beautiful! I love the coloring! Awsome work!
:icondroakir:
Excellent composition. The colouring is wonderful, and it is very well balanced. Definite +fav!

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Droakir - The FutureDragon

"Who said dragons don't exist?"
I am known as "Varied One"! All shall cower at my multimedia prowess! :evillaugh:
:iconpeachfuzz:
Fantastic job! This is a magnificent beast, indeed. The presence of the pidgeons suggests that this dragon is peaceful as well as mighty. An honorable combination!
:iconkaorishima:
beautiful mix-media! I love that tail =D the forground came out real nice and the details on the building is amazing! the only thing that bothers me is probably the sky

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drawing the strange and keeping the forehead love alive!
:iconkoishii-kitty:
a veary enjoyable piece. i love the patterns. what a neet idea.

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<Rez> We often belive so much that we realy know all we need to know...and it is not until retrospect that the depths of our idiocy truely are revealed.

<Koi> ....yours must be an oceanic cavern.
:iconmarip:
That is one of the most beautiful dragons I have ever seen! The colors are so fitting and the coloring itself is marvelous! I love those markings on the wings. Just so..gorgeous.. And you know, it is wonderful to see what traditional way can do to the picture! Absolutely better than digital medias, if you ask from me.

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