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ARTIST'S COMMENTSI finally decided to upload a reference sheet of my Arabian mare Chrystanth.
Name: Chrysanth (from the Latin name "chrysanthemum", a name for family of flowers), or Chrys for short
Gender: Female
Age: 4 years
Breed: Arabian, although not completely purebred
Colour: Copper-red Chestnut with darker tail, mane and knees. Two white stockings on the hind legs, with two silver hooves. A small diamond shaped star between her eyes.
Eyes: Brown base with speckles of pink, fuchsia and baby blue highlights. Dark brown eyelashes.
Build: Very small and thin body, the refined and concave head is slightly big in proportion to the body. The neck is arched and the back is fairly short. She stands at 14.2 hands tall (147 cm).
Personality: Although she is still fairly young, she is very bright and clever. She is very curious by nature, which will sometimes get her into troublesome situations. She is quick to judge and can make hasty decisions, but she will also forgive and forget just as easily. She loves to pose and play around, but can sometimes be frightened by the smallest noise or movement. Her temperament can be very fiery from time to time, and she is a very proud lady, so beware not to insult her in any way!
THE MAKING OF "Chrysanth Reference Sheet"
- Tools: Photoshop CS2, Bamboo Tablet
Time taken: 12 hours
Layers: 32
Credit: Pose referenced from model horse by Tabatha Pack: [link]
You are not authorised to use this image without my written permission. It may not be used for blogs or sim games, reposted and claimed as your own, or altered in any way. Please respect my wishes.
- Character and artwork Β© Malin TrΓ€isk
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Comments: 202
brokenoverdose In reply to ??? [2009-12-03 05:36:33 +0000 UTC]
stunning wow!!!!! my goal is not to be ass good as you *epic fail*
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cerona In reply to brokenoverdose [2009-12-03 13:59:27 +0000 UTC]
Aww thank you so much
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pipedreamdragon In reply to ??? [2009-11-20 02:20:33 +0000 UTC]
That tail is sooooo long...must...control...12 yr old girl...brushing/braiding urges ><
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cerona In reply to pipedreamdragon [2009-11-21 14:30:11 +0000 UTC]
I think there's a small part of everyone that refuses to grow up..
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Slimestone-8D In reply to ??? [2009-10-31 00:58:30 +0000 UTC]
Beautiful! ^.^ But I must point out one point :S You say that the spots come from inbreeding, making her not a purebred arabian...but I believe the term is crossbreeding xD Inbreeding is when relatives mate with eachother...she would still be a purebred through inbreeding. However, crossbreeding is when you breed with other breeds...x3
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cerona In reply to Slimestone-8D [2009-10-31 12:47:48 +0000 UTC]
Thank you, and thanks for pointing out the mistake I'm not very good with terminology, and of course I know you're right (duh to me) so thanks for letting me know!
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Slimestone-8D In reply to cerona [2009-10-31 12:57:25 +0000 UTC]
lol, haha, I just thought some people might think you would a bit...odd, having an inbred character and all xD
But it's a beautiful ref
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Hymnsie In reply to ??? [2009-09-24 17:17:27 +0000 UTC]
She is beautiful! Epic long tails ftw! Also love the appy markings and eye highlights
Great job!
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cerona In reply to Hymnsie [2009-09-24 20:25:35 +0000 UTC]
Thanks! I just love long tails! Every horse should have one..
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hydraequus In reply to ??? [2009-09-20 12:28:21 +0000 UTC]
aww ! she's wonderful she's got great design.
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hydraequus In reply to cerona [2009-09-23 16:02:51 +0000 UTC]
my pleasure,
this flowet is great, it gives the effect like.. umm.. like she is more beautiful
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stargate4ever23 In reply to ??? [2009-09-18 20:25:26 +0000 UTC]
Awwww, what a lovely character! I really love her, she is so beautiful, I'd love to see a horse look like this in real life. ^.^ Bring me one. XD Her coloring and shading are outstanding but something looks a bit off with her hind legs...not sure what.
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cerona In reply to stargate4ever23 [2009-09-19 12:51:49 +0000 UTC]
Thank you! I guess she's sort of semi-realistic, so not completely impossible that a normal horse could be coloured like this, although I doubt any are And yeah, it was just a really quick lineart that I made, so something could easily have gone a bit out of place - I just really wanted to finish her reference sheet
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stargate4ever23 In reply to cerona [2009-09-19 14:45:48 +0000 UTC]
Yeah, her colors are realistic, kinda like the one horse I did, he's grey with spots and stripes and whatnot, probably will never see him but it COULD be possible. LOL
Your horse's design is so gorgeous, I hope i do see her in real life. XD Yeah, the front legs look a bit off as well, but who am I to say since i can't even draw a good horse digitally unless I trace out a lineart. O.O
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cerona In reply to stargate4ever23 [2009-09-19 15:03:47 +0000 UTC]
Haha yeah, hurray for semi-realistic designs that make all the poor horses look funny!
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Leadmare In reply to ??? [2009-09-17 20:16:59 +0000 UTC]
What a beautiful character I LOVE her tail
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cerona In reply to Leadmare [2009-09-18 10:17:35 +0000 UTC]
Thank you, glad you like her
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casca-x In reply to ??? [2009-09-15 23:13:31 +0000 UTC]
Oh my, what a breathtaking charachter! I love the soft colors you used for the background of the reference, the rosy tones compliment her copper coat beautifully.
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cerona In reply to casca-x [2009-09-16 15:37:01 +0000 UTC]
Thank you I really tried bringing out her feminine side, as she is a very lady-like character.
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MichelleWalker In reply to ??? [2009-09-15 19:07:59 +0000 UTC]
She is stunning! I really want to draw her now.
Absolutely wonderful design!
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cerona In reply to MichelleWalker [2009-09-15 20:22:10 +0000 UTC]
Thanks If you ever really wanted to, we could do a trade sometime in the future, it would be an honour to draw one of your characters
(just a thought..)
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MichelleWalker In reply to cerona [2009-09-17 10:16:58 +0000 UTC]
Ahhhh that would be fantastic!
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Dalgeor In reply to ??? [2009-09-15 17:02:11 +0000 UTC]
she is extremely beautiful Wha a pretty desing and anatomy!
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Meelz In reply to ??? [2009-09-14 16:07:21 +0000 UTC]
Mm, she's quite pretty. I like her rump spots - a nice touch. Her eye is interesting too. It's good how you put a nice curious expression on her face because it suits her personality - all the simple little things count.
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cerona In reply to Meelz [2009-09-14 20:12:29 +0000 UTC]
Thanks Her spots were a last minute descision really, I hadn't planned to put them there but I really wanted her white streak to have a "source" - a more logical reason for it to actually be there.
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ItalySky In reply to ??? [2009-09-13 20:04:05 +0000 UTC]
wow she's is so beautiful!!! THAT EYE god its gorgeous, *envy's*
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cerona In reply to ItalySky [2009-09-14 14:02:29 +0000 UTC]
Aww thank you I wasn't sure about adding the eye or not, but I really think you can show someone's personality best through their eyes, so it's just a quick hour or so sketch. Glad you like it though
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JulieBales In reply to ??? [2009-09-13 17:14:58 +0000 UTC]
She is sooo beautiful!
I am completly in love
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cerona In reply to JulieBales [2009-09-14 14:03:01 +0000 UTC]
Aww thank you, I'm sure shes glad to hear that
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crazychickcrazy In reply to ??? [2009-09-13 13:37:56 +0000 UTC]
OMG! This is awesome! I love it! Man, your good! How do you do do awesome images like this?!?!
I love it, cant wait till you upload more!!!
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cerona In reply to crazychickcrazy [2009-09-13 14:34:05 +0000 UTC]
Aww thank you so much I might make a tutorial if/when I get time, but I'm not too sure yet
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crazychickcrazy In reply to cerona [2009-09-14 15:22:46 +0000 UTC]
Awesome! I answered your poll Tutorials are great! I agree with ItalySky, the eye is gorgeous! Adding the pinks in it is a good idea, more...flowery!
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green-ermine In reply to ??? [2009-09-13 08:53:56 +0000 UTC]
One of the most beautiful mares on dA! *-*
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cerona In reply to green-ermine [2009-09-13 10:50:54 +0000 UTC]
Thank you, I'm sure she's happy to hear that
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xBinaryStarx In reply to ??? [2009-09-13 01:24:53 +0000 UTC]
Very beautiful, I love the way you do manes and tails.
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Bubbletea-Coyote In reply to ??? [2009-09-13 01:14:13 +0000 UTC]
She is sooooo pretty!!! Is she your horse-sona? Or just a character that is close to you?
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cerona In reply to Bubbletea-Coyote [2009-09-13 10:54:19 +0000 UTC]
Thank you She is a character that has taken shape over several months, like, more indepth personality, but she's nothing like me, so I guess she's just a character that is really close to me
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Bubbletea-Coyote In reply to cerona [2009-09-13 11:03:24 +0000 UTC]
I see, well you will still get fan art, and a painted model. She is very pretty!
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cerona In reply to Bubbletea-Coyote [2009-09-13 11:26:40 +0000 UTC]
Aww thank you, again
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