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Grimdar — Ferrod's Interception
Published: 2008-02-16 08:23:33 +0000 UTC; Views: 18672; Favourites: 627; Downloads: 538
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--After a long journey to the mysterious isle of Haddross, the Deathwater Pirates began their final battle through the rugged seas of the north to shore. Misfortune however, were in their fate. Haddross had always been guarded by the legendary Ferrod Serpent Dragons, known for their utter destruction of trespassers. It seems the pirate's maps lacked the relatively unimportant information, and so their trusty vessel quickly morphed into a useless floating torch.--What can I say? Dragons, boats, fire and pure destruction. I love painting these beasts.
About 25 hours (one of my longest)
See the brush strokes closeup: [link] [link]
(original concept sketch coming soon, need to find it)
Tools: PS CS3, Wacom intuos and patience. oh.. and lots of boat references. lots...
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Comments: 73
You have been featured here [link] I hope you like it!
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thanks for the giggle and the "wow! 
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Sweet concept. I like how the dragon is coming back to finish it off and the sense of a vicious storm is pulled of very well. NICE!
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The sense of atmosphere in this painting is palpable. 
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Nice painting- My only comment would be you should have added more detail to the dragon.
Dragons are very cool.
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Wonderful job on the water.
That looks to be one pissed off dragon.
lol
Great job!
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Woah...
Have you read The Coming of Dragons by A.J. Lake?
This looks like the beginning of the story, like, exactly. The ship is trapped in a raging storm, while a huge black shadow hovers above, gleaming with pride as he watches his prey burn among the waves.
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I haven't actually.. thanks for pointing it out! I may have to check it out
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Its not really the greatest book, but the scene is like, reminded me of it, lol. *im a dragon whore and read everything dragon that comes my way*
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I love the action, that dragon is very scarily done.
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wooooooooow!! amazing freaking work! not only this but servant of death, gatekeeper all stunning and unique works! best artist ive seen here till now !! u should make a digital painting tutorial or walkthrough to help noobs like me
once again amazing work!
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I love this. The Ferrod looks awesome and spooky, and the flames reflection on the wave is a nice touch. Love the concept too! Bet the map maker is going to get fired.
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I'm very impressed with all the exquisite details you've added to this excellent piece.... amazing!
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Wow, the ocean is so great! I like the wake behind the ship and how the water splashes against the cliffs. The whole thing is just fantastic!
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That's really, really, really, REALLY good! I really, really, really, REALLY like it! ^^
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Gods, the water effect x_x I'm in awe! Beautiful, and so realistic, right down to the spray of the waves. There's a real sense of wind and storm in this.
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Just sending you a congratulations for being featured in this week's issue of The Dragons of deviantART - [link]
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That is amazing!! If someday I'm 1/10 the artist you are, I'll be content. I featured it in my journal, I hope you don't mind.
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Hey Ben, thanks a ton for your support. I really appreciate it
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Awesome piece! The dragon just looks so menacing, and everything is so well done. :>
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Intense scene I must say! Love the colors and the way you set up the composition
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Wow, that's really good! I love the rain, the lighting, the colors, everything!
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Great rain effects and overall perspective; the balance between detail and background works really well with the subject matter
I am a little confused as to why the back deck is on fire, but it looks really cool, so I don't care too much....
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Thanks, I really appreciate the comment
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UAAAAH!!!
I love Dragons!! I also love water and fire and things that reminds me of pirates!!
Just FINE!!
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WHOA!!!!
This is an AMAZING piece. I love how the dragon's wings look like they're still moving. Wish I had a smidgen of your talent.
O_o I just noticed something. The dragon's face bears an uncanny resemblance to the demon Chernabog from the Disney flick Fantasia. (I only know the demon's name from Kingdom Hearts... 
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Very nice! Glad I'm not on that boat. Love the storm as well as the dragon!
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Glad I'm not on the boat either. Thanks for the comment
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And I love watching what you paint! The scenery is amazing, from the glow of the fire to the whipping rain and strong wind.
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Thanks as usual Elly! It's important for me to put motion into most of my stuff, makes it that much more interesting
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