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Published: 2010-07-22 10:30:29 +0000 UTC; Views: 8160; Favourites: 66; Downloads: 49
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Description The ice cream that I had meant to eat
Has melted all over
Destiny doesn't wait
Though I want to encounter it right now

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Originally a request by that I decided to color :3 This took me way longer than it should have...

Either way I've been awake for nearly 24 hours so if you really want to read the description you can read it here [link]

I used so many references, a screen cap for Kojiro's pose, and various photos for the rest. The background reference was from screencaps from where they were selling stuff in DP184, so I guess they're taking a break :3 I completely redid it from the sketch, mostly because I didn't like Musashi's pose and this one is more...Musa-like..

Characters aren't mine~
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Comments: 19

Shinwa-Tsuki [2011-10-31 04:44:46 +0000 UTC]

Very nice!

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cherrybubblegum [2010-08-03 02:01:05 +0000 UTC]

I really love the texture on the bench...

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Suicunee [2010-07-23 13:21:25 +0000 UTC]

I love Jessie's expression!

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Makomaragi In reply to Suicunee [2010-07-23 13:56:26 +0000 UTC]

Thanks It took a long time to get it to look right x3

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musajirou [2010-07-23 09:24:30 +0000 UTC]

Hehe, I love the way they look at each other ^.^ I would feel uncomfortable if I were in Musashi's shoes too, when Kojiro looks so suspiciously weird xD;

You did a great job on the bench and prespective, but you should use more "depth" for the background behind them. It looks too flat compared to the first plan. But overall, very great pic

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Makomaragi In reply to musajirou [2010-07-23 13:55:57 +0000 UTC]

Now that I look at it, you're right. I had wanted to add more trees and bushes in the grassy area, but I didn't for some reason (laziness/"I'M SO SICK OF LOOKING AT THIS"? XD). Maybe I'll go back and add them in because you're right, it does look very flat compared to the rest. Thank you! I really appreciate the critique!

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Shaami [2010-07-23 08:18:50 +0000 UTC]

More ice cream?
I guess it's to be expected. ^^

Looks like the time taken was worth it because this turned out very nicely.
I really like the bricks on the floor and the way you drew the bench. It's a good background. Also, I think you went with the right pose for Musashi. Love that expression she has on her face.

Oh! And good use of colour again. ^_^

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Makomaragi In reply to Shaami [2010-07-23 13:53:18 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! I know everyone's been doing these but I wanted to do my own anyway, and my friend asked me to x3

The backgrounds always take the longest, I need to learn how to make them simpler XD But I'm glad you think it was worth the effort

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Shaami In reply to Makomaragi [2010-07-23 17:41:46 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome! ^^

I know what you mean about backgrounds, but putting in that extra time and effort does really pay off in the end. I used to not really like drawing backgrounds and I'd be very lazy with them, but since I've been practicing them more and doing my best to make them look as good as I can, I've found that I actually enjoy making them now.

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Paperhorse108 [2010-07-22 17:52:27 +0000 UTC]

Aww, I am so glad you finished it! It looks great, and the colors are really pretty

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Makomaragi In reply to Paperhorse108 [2010-07-23 13:57:06 +0000 UTC]

Thanks The colors are all eye-dropped from Pokemon screenshots XD Except for the bench.

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vegetas-play-toy [2010-07-22 15:52:33 +0000 UTC]

that is so cute XDD

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notepaddoodler [2010-07-22 14:10:08 +0000 UTC]

Awww, ice Cream Syndrome!

Awesome shading and amazing composition!

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Makomaragi In reply to notepaddoodler [2010-07-23 13:48:44 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! I had a lot of trouble with the composition so I'm glad it looks okay

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Rocket--Girl [2010-07-22 12:06:07 +0000 UTC]

Wow, this is so awesome! Definitely worth the wait. I really like the detail you used with the bricks for some reason.

Poor Kojiro and his melted ice cream...

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Makomaragi In reply to Rocket--Girl [2010-07-23 13:47:53 +0000 UTC]

Thank you, I'm so glad you like it!

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Kurt-TR [2010-07-22 11:11:03 +0000 UTC]

XD LOL awesome! :3

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Meroni [2010-07-22 10:33:43 +0000 UTC]

I love it! Such a beautiful pic, it was worth the effort! I think you did an especially good job with the bench. Love the colors of the picture.

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Makomaragi In reply to Meroni [2010-07-22 10:41:58 +0000 UTC]

Thank you

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