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Published: 2016-02-08 03:30:17 +0000 UTC; Views: 26652; Favourites: 1157; Downloads: 8
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Description Something I did a little earlier when I had some free-time on my hands. I decided to give some legit shading a go on the cintiq, and for one of my first attempts I don't think I did terribly. Still need a lot of practice, of course, but I like how it came out. :3 Also, if you think this looks familiar, that's because it's the sketch I did of Twilight in the top right corner HERE .

This is the first of one of the painting series I plan on doing for the Mane 6. This entry is for my "Standard Model" series, where I make an individual pic of each of the Mane 6 members and show case both what they represent as an Element of Harmony, and a little bit of their magic in some form. For this series I also decided to go a bit anthro with them since I haven't actually done anthro-based stuff for Bronycon and the like. They're anthro enough to stand on their hind legs and have hands instead of hooves, but not so much that they need clothes. Basically a "Pint Pony" version of how I draw the ponies anthro, I guess. xD  With Twi for this image, I decided to remain relatively simple with her showcase since we all know she's a powerful pony as far as magic goes but I did get a little crazy with the background because I wanted it textured.

Anyway, I also have a bit of headcanon to go with this as well!

Being living embodiment of the Elements of Harmony has inhanced the Mane 6's magical prowess so that it surpasses that of the average pony when they aren’t directly using them, and have their magical power increase significantly when in direct use of the Elements (to deity-like levels to be specific). Just in case it’s needed, here’s the link to my headcanon on magical elements and their subcategories.

As far as Twilight is concerned, she's mostly associated with Energy. Heavily so, I should say. Even before her ascension into becoming an Alicorn, Twilight Sparkle’s magic level is unnaturally high and saturated. Which means she can use almost every element known to the sapient world, with her preference leaning toward Fire. I imagine her having a photographic-like memory (that can lapse in some instances), and as such she’s able to cast any spell that was shown to her only once, and master almost any spell she encounters within a few days. While she has great control over her magic, it isn’t as refined as the likes of Rarity and Fluttershy. But in its stead lays absolute, devastatingly raw power, which is the main reason why she prefers to keep her magic under complete control rather than let it go completely unshackled, even subconsciously.
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And I think that's all I have to say for this one? Feel more than free to ask me questions if you have any, and I hope you enjoy!


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EarthnAshes In reply to ??? [2016-02-11 21:40:40 +0000 UTC]

Thanks so much! It's getting a little easier the more I play with it, so I hope I just get better as I go. ^.^

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SonicHomeboy In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-12 01:38:09 +0000 UTC]

You got this!

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superwaffle350 [2016-02-08 15:27:53 +0000 UTC]

You say Fire for Twi.  I see more of a raw crackling electricity or plasma. Something ethereal, like wisps of smoke made of  light. Will o' th' wisps.  What's in the picture, pretty much XD 

Still I am DYING to see how the rest of these go. Rare-Bear's elegance, Shy-Shy's serenity, AJ's steadfastness, Dash's confidence, and Pinkie's unbridled (PUN) enthusiasm. 

Kinda curious as to what your thoughts are on the unofficial 7th to get magical light beams of power. Not an element bearer, but there's SOMEthing there, with the way Hasbro is foreshadowing...  
Sunny is fire in my eyes. Not just coloration wise, but the way fire can rage and the brightness can blind you while it consumes everything. But also the way fire can light the way through the darkness and provide warmth. Two sides of the coin. Sort of a yin/yang thing like her fiery butt stamp. 

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EarthnAshes In reply to superwaffle350 [2016-02-11 21:45:27 +0000 UTC]

I say fire because, with the way I see Twi, fire fits her better. Fire can be controlled and careful just as much as it can be uncontrolled and destructive, much like Twilight's magic is. She can control it relatively easy but if she were to allow it to go without keeping a reign over it, she would cause mass destruction and devastation. At least that's how I see it, so feel free to ignore me. x3

As for this 7th element, I honestly have no idea what you're talking about. I haven't seen any sort of hinting toward it, in all honesty. :/

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superwaffle350 In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-12 00:41:18 +0000 UTC]

Eh. Maybe I'm reading too much into it. Happens from time to time. 

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EarthnAshes In reply to superwaffle350 [2016-02-12 00:54:50 +0000 UTC]

Maybe... or... maybe not. (Illuminati music plays) O.O

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Siansaar [2016-02-08 15:11:45 +0000 UTC]

If I may offer critique, you've applied the white light on her body as if it is coming from behind/left of her, instead of in front/left of her - outline lightning, as it is.
If you want, I can try a paintover.

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EarthnAshes In reply to Siansaar [2016-02-08 15:48:19 +0000 UTC]

I had no specific light source in mind so that probably showed. I'm probably gonna go back and repaint it because, honestly, something about it is bothering me.

You can try the paintover if you want.

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Siansaar In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-18 17:01:10 +0000 UTC]

Hey here's that paintover.
sta.sh/0211nsdu391e
It's a bit sloppy, but my main goal was to indicate the lightsource properly (her magic). Hopefully it makes sense and helps a bit! If you want, I can try and send you the psd file so you can see what I did exactly.

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Siansaar In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-08 23:36:34 +0000 UTC]

Thank you!

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Warriors77495 In reply to ??? [2016-02-08 14:03:58 +0000 UTC]

This is amazing, I love the way you drew her wings!

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EarthnAshes In reply to Warriors77495 [2016-02-11 21:45:51 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! :3

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VanessaKo In reply to ??? [2016-02-08 13:49:13 +0000 UTC]

Wow

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EarthnAshes In reply to VanessaKo [2016-02-11 21:45:56 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! :3

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Wazaga [2016-02-08 13:16:12 +0000 UTC]

You're doing far better then I did on my first digital stuff. Congratulations!

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EarthnAshes In reply to Wazaga [2016-02-11 21:46:10 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! I only hope I can get better from here though. :/

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Wazaga In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-11 22:22:10 +0000 UTC]

You most definitely will.

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KarmaDash [2016-02-08 12:40:48 +0000 UTC]

Ahh so fabulous

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EarthnAshes In reply to KarmaDash [2016-02-11 21:46:16 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! :3

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KarmaDash In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-12 00:45:31 +0000 UTC]

No problem ^^

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Ember-the-sandwing In reply to ??? [2016-02-08 11:38:04 +0000 UTC]

Awesome! As usual!

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EarthnAshes In reply to Ember-the-sandwing [2016-02-11 21:46:30 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! :3

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Ember-the-sandwing In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-12 00:40:35 +0000 UTC]

Oh and I have another question .-. What are the exams like? Is it on paper? Do u write a thesis? Or is it a project?

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EarthnAshes In reply to Ember-the-sandwing [2016-02-12 16:21:06 +0000 UTC]

It depends entirely on the class your taking and what the professor thinks would be the best way to approach the exam. Generally though, I no longer take tests or exams for midterms and finals. Now they're projects, but don't let that fool you, because that can be just as stressful as a timed exam if you aren't careful with your time management.

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Ember-the-sandwing In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-13 06:50:43 +0000 UTC]

Oh I see. How long does it take to complete say the average assignment?

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EarthnAshes In reply to Ember-the-sandwing [2016-02-13 07:03:54 +0000 UTC]

In the classes I'm in this quarter it usually range between a day to two days, but that's only if you're willing to go without sleep for that 48 hours. Otherwise it takes about 3 days to a week to finish a project with decent quality.

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Ember-the-sandwing In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-13 07:17:14 +0000 UTC]

That's wow... how long have u been at scad? How long does one stay there?

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EarthnAshes In reply to Ember-the-sandwing [2016-02-13 07:19:39 +0000 UTC]

This will be my second year at SCAD, my 5th year in college in general since I transferred from my previous one. As for how long you stay at SCAD, it depends on how long you intend to stay and what your pursuing. If you're going for, say, a Major and two minors, then you may end up staying at the school for 5 or 6 years instead of the average 4.

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Ember-the-sandwing In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-13 07:35:54 +0000 UTC]

Ohhh

What's the campus like? Do u have to pay for rent?
About how much is per month?

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EarthnAshes In reply to Ember-the-sandwing [2016-02-13 16:12:06 +0000 UTC]

It's kinda scattered over the city but it's pretty awesome and close enough to walk everywhere. As for rent, no, I don't have to pay for rent since I don't live in an apartment. And for dorms, you don't pay for rent, you just pay a housing fee at the beginning of the quarter and you stay there for the time of that quarter.

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Ember-the-sandwing In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-13 22:03:01 +0000 UTC]

That's great! But its in America so I doubt I will ever go there. Scholarships?

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EarthnAshes In reply to Ember-the-sandwing [2016-02-15 05:40:54 +0000 UTC]

There's always a maybe in the future. Whether or not it comes true is up to the person saying "maybe".

And if you're asking if I have scholarships, I do, but I still have to take loans because it isn't enough to pay for the college. A full scholarship that pays all of the tuition is very rarely given out at SCAD.

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Ember-the-sandwing In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-15 12:46:00 +0000 UTC]

Oh i see. 

What kind of animation do u do?

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EarthnAshes In reply to Ember-the-sandwing [2016-02-15 13:38:38 +0000 UTC]

At the moment it's old-fashioned 2D where I use paper to animate, but pretty soon I'll be moving on to learning 2D animation via computer as well as 3D animation.

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Ember-the-sandwing In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-15 13:58:36 +0000 UTC]

mannn that rocks

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hunterandspyro In reply to ??? [2016-02-08 11:04:53 +0000 UTC]

Cool

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EarthnAshes In reply to hunterandspyro [2016-02-11 21:46:35 +0000 UTC]

Thank ya. :3

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CloverFlowers In reply to ??? [2016-02-08 10:57:18 +0000 UTC]

Whoa, amazing~

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EarthnAshes In reply to CloverFlowers [2016-02-11 21:46:40 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! ^.^

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CloverFlowers In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-12 07:12:05 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome~

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MugenSeiRyuu In reply to ??? [2016-02-08 10:11:34 +0000 UTC]

A magical Chalicothere!

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EarthnAshes In reply to MugenSeiRyuu [2016-02-11 21:46:48 +0000 UTC]

What?

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MugenSeiRyuu In reply to EarthnAshes [2016-02-11 22:14:52 +0000 UTC]

Chalicothere are a family of extinct perissodactyl mammals ( making it a relative of Horses, Rhinos, Tapirs and the extinct Brontotheres ). Unlike other perissodactyls, they did not have hoves, but claws. They actually walked more like gorillas than horses, having well developed knuckles.

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superwaffle350 In reply to MugenSeiRyuu [2016-02-08 15:29:51 +0000 UTC]

What about the liopleurodon Chaaarliieee!!! 

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MugenSeiRyuu In reply to superwaffle350 [2016-02-08 15:33:09 +0000 UTC]

A whole different animal.

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Shimazun In reply to ??? [2016-02-08 10:01:31 +0000 UTC]

I love starting a day with an artwork of yours! 
As always, great job! The background looks reallycool and Twilight looks powerful and focused! Amazing! 

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EarthnAshes In reply to Shimazun [2016-02-11 21:47:15 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! ^.^

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EcliptorCalrissian [2016-02-08 09:27:13 +0000 UTC]

Amazing art and very thought-out headcanon. Definitely looking around here some more!

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EarthnAshes In reply to EcliptorCalrissian [2016-02-11 21:47:22 +0000 UTC]

Thank ya thank ya! :3

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egardanier [2016-02-08 08:39:40 +0000 UTC]

Wow the background is amazing and Twilight sales it!

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