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Chromamancer — Village Guardian -V2-

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Description This is a remake of my original Village Guardian piece. [link]

It is a special picture to me, because I think it marks a turning point in my art. Many of the techniques I've been observing and practicing came together well in that piece.
I still really enjoy the composition and concept, but it was looking a little dated next to my recent art, so I thought I would re-draw the picture, using the things I've learned over the last year and a half.

I made it wider, too.
Enjoy!
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Comments: 251

Opkluu In reply to ??? [2010-12-26 15:08:34 +0000 UTC]

Yep, speaking of which, I'm looking for some now xD

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Flame02 In reply to ??? [2010-12-23 16:23:45 +0000 UTC]

Wow. This is really nice. Great work.

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Chromamancer In reply to Flame02 [2010-12-25 15:44:32 +0000 UTC]

Thank you.
I'm glad you enjoy it.

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roymbrog In reply to ??? [2010-12-23 15:53:05 +0000 UTC]

I love both of them, but this one is just... wow. I want that dragon. I don't care how big it is, it's just adorable. :3

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Chromamancer In reply to roymbrog [2010-12-25 15:43:53 +0000 UTC]

Thank you.
It's a fun idea, so I had to go back and improve it.

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Shaema-Art In reply to ??? [2010-12-23 14:20:28 +0000 UTC]

Ahh, I really love the style of this piece. That and the details of the dragon's scales are awesome. I hope that he doesn't roll over in his sleep >_>'

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Chromamancer In reply to Shaema-Art [2010-12-25 15:43:21 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! I'm glad you enjoy it.
The villagers seem rather comfortable, so apparently he hasn't yet.

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Shaema-Art In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-27 19:21:33 +0000 UTC]

Heheh

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whitedragonguardian In reply to ??? [2010-12-23 13:30:40 +0000 UTC]

awww that is cool ^^

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Chromamancer In reply to whitedragonguardian [2010-12-25 15:42:32 +0000 UTC]

Thank you.
I'm glad you enjoy it.

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Ross-Sanger In reply to ??? [2010-12-23 12:54:51 +0000 UTC]

I want one.

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Chromamancer In reply to Ross-Sanger [2010-12-25 15:42:21 +0000 UTC]

So do I.
If you find one, let me know.

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Ross-Sanger In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-26 13:26:27 +0000 UTC]

Because of eggs, I mean, and therefore more little dragons. Just realised how my previous reply sounded. *facepalm*

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Chromamancer In reply to Ross-Sanger [2010-12-26 13:51:23 +0000 UTC]

I've worded a few replies poorly myself. It happens sometimes.
Going to establish a dragon monopoly, eh?

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Ross-Sanger In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-26 16:23:06 +0000 UTC]

Probably more like a dragon colony it'd be nice to have the little ones about, but what they do when they grow up is up to them. Who knows, maybe they'll become guardians of other villages, starting and continuing a tradition that will help dragon and human to live alongside eachother... I'm getting carried away now.

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Chromamancer In reply to Ross-Sanger [2011-01-01 05:34:56 +0000 UTC]

Getting carried away every now and then can be fun.

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Ross-Sanger In reply to Chromamancer [2011-01-01 12:41:55 +0000 UTC]

Yes, yes it can

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Ross-Sanger In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-26 11:41:36 +0000 UTC]

Well if I find one I'm keeping him or her all to myself especially it it's a "her".

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Davidpoet30 In reply to ??? [2010-12-23 08:38:48 +0000 UTC]

i like the idea of a dragon protecting a village instead of attacking it

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Chromamancer In reply to Davidpoet30 [2010-12-25 15:42:08 +0000 UTC]

Same here.
It's a fun idea.

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chees-dobles In reply to ??? [2010-12-23 08:31:18 +0000 UTC]

AWSOME!

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Chromamancer In reply to chees-dobles [2010-12-25 15:41:13 +0000 UTC]

Thank you.

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chees-dobles In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-25 16:47:34 +0000 UTC]

Your welcome ^^

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Lukhanus In reply to ??? [2010-12-23 05:42:48 +0000 UTC]

great job on the lighting!

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Chromamancer In reply to Lukhanus [2010-12-25 15:41:34 +0000 UTC]

Thank you.
The shiny scales were rather fun to make.

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Sparrow44 In reply to ??? [2010-12-23 05:31:19 +0000 UTC]

looks amazing

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Chromamancer In reply to Sparrow44 [2010-12-25 15:41:07 +0000 UTC]

Thank you.

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goldfishkang In reply to ??? [2010-12-23 03:54:56 +0000 UTC]

oh, this is so beautiful it looks like it came out of a children's book! i love the lighting and creativity in this concept great work!

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Chromamancer In reply to goldfishkang [2010-12-25 15:41:01 +0000 UTC]

Thank you. It's great to hear that.
I enjoyed the concept and composition of this piece, so I had to go back to it and improve it.

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8spyroncynder8 In reply to ??? [2010-12-22 23:37:26 +0000 UTC]

Love it! The detail really stands out! ^^

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Chromamancer In reply to 8spyroncynder8 [2010-12-23 02:49:53 +0000 UTC]

I'm glad you enjoy it.
The more complicated backgrounds that I've been doing recently have been a good way to practice, I think.

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8spyroncynder8 In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-23 07:53:59 +0000 UTC]

I'm just starting to learn GIMP, I get most of it so far. All I need now is a tablet so its easier! ^^

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Chromamancer In reply to 8spyroncynder8 [2010-12-26 13:59:54 +0000 UTC]

Tablets aren't really a shortcut. I thought using a mouse was much easier, even after I got a tablet, so I had to try and force myself to get used to it...

Fine details are tougher with a tablet, I think. I still use my mouse for finishing touches.
Pressure sensitivity is tremendously useful when making line art, though.

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8spyroncynder8 In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-26 23:46:39 +0000 UTC]

Really? Ok, but I'll still get a tablet! I don't have mouse, I have a laptop pad. And if I did get a mouse, it'll be from the left cuz I have mac and I'm right handed.

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Chromamancer In reply to 8spyroncynder8 [2010-12-27 03:20:54 +0000 UTC]

Well, I'm sure the tablet will be helpful for you.
They are a huge step up from those track pads, even though the ones on the Apple portables are quite a bit better.

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8spyroncynder8 In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-27 05:40:43 +0000 UTC]

Yeah I think so too! ^^

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aacrell In reply to ??? [2010-12-22 23:31:20 +0000 UTC]

neat! kinda reminds me of avatar the last airbender

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Chromamancer In reply to aacrell [2010-12-23 02:48:59 +0000 UTC]

Thank you.
I have to see that some time...

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aacrell In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-23 08:19:23 +0000 UTC]

the movie? or the show? cus the movier really took a crap on the whole thing, but the show is amazing ^^

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Chromamancer In reply to aacrell [2010-12-25 13:20:15 +0000 UTC]

That's exactly what I've heard.
I'd rather watch the show.

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aacrell In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-27 05:00:51 +0000 UTC]

you will fall in love with both it and the charicters ^^ its long, but its epic. they are making a second season after that one too ^^

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dragonguilders In reply to ??? [2010-12-22 23:01:09 +0000 UTC]

Nice!

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Chromamancer In reply to dragonguilders [2010-12-23 02:48:41 +0000 UTC]

Thank you.
I'm glad you like it.

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dragonguilders In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-23 03:11:46 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome!

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Skythe-Soulblade [2010-12-22 22:34:29 +0000 UTC]

redrawing old pictures, never thought of that.

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Chromamancer In reply to Skythe-Soulblade [2010-12-23 02:48:27 +0000 UTC]

Well, I wanted to include this in that calendar project, but the original looks rather dated when it's near my more recent art. It's also an fun way to practice, and a nice way to add some extra life to an idea.

Retaining the feel that made the previous picture stand out was an interesting challenge, too.

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Skythe-Soulblade In reply to Chromamancer [2010-12-23 04:59:45 +0000 UTC]

ooohh. Alright that's pretty nifty.

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Nathlin In reply to ??? [2010-12-22 21:43:35 +0000 UTC]

Oh my.

... I'm speechless. This is great! I love how it looks like the dragon's snuggled up against the tree. Cute.

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Chromamancer In reply to Nathlin [2010-12-23 02:46:21 +0000 UTC]

Thank you.
It was a rather fun idea to work with, and an interesting layout to use.

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ShimeCM In reply to ??? [2010-12-22 21:13:52 +0000 UTC]

I love it!!!

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