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nellmckellar β€” Brooding Angel

Published: 2004-07-17 03:49:31 +0000 UTC; Views: 2026; Favourites: 19; Downloads: 317
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Description Still trying to get the hang of my new digital camera!

The detail I went to in this has kinda been lost in the photo, but oh well.
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Comments: 46

AnjoDoDesespero [2005-01-20 15:08:44 +0000 UTC]

The huge wings are beautiful, I just think they're too dark comparing to the rest, but other than that, it's great. The roots and the clothing are amazing

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maramiranda [2004-09-15 02:12:40 +0000 UTC]

beautiful wings very detailed

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maramiranda [2004-09-15 02:12:17 +0000 UTC]

beautiful wings very detailed

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maramiranda [2004-09-15 02:12:10 +0000 UTC]

beautiful wings very detailed

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inkwraith [2004-07-29 03:21:04 +0000 UTC]

Yay, wings actually big enough to fly with! I can't believe you took a photo that clear with a digital camera. It turned out wonderful. Probably it helps to start with a really good drawing.

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nellmckellar In reply to inkwraith [2004-07-29 10:48:10 +0000 UTC]

Thank you.

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Ludi-Price [2004-07-27 13:47:15 +0000 UTC]

It's sad about your scanner, and having to rely on a digital camera. Still, the detail is still pretty damn good for a camera. It's interesting to see your pencilwork, which I happen to think is wonderful. Well, I pretty much love anything you do, but your pencils have a very Victorian feel about them. Also reminds me of Alan Lee's pencil concepts for LotR. The composition is perfect, with the wings framing the picture and the contrast between the swirls of the bark, the curves of the feathers, the gnarled branches, and the straightness of her gown. And I'm envious of that tree, I really am. AND the folds of the dress. And folds is like my fave thing to draw, and I'm jealous!!!! Gorgeous work, I do look forward to seeing it in colour, if Nyctopterous get's round to it.

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nellmckellar In reply to Ludi-Price [2004-07-30 11:59:20 +0000 UTC]

Thank you Ludi! Reminds you of Alan Lee??? That is a compliment indeed!

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twosilverstars [2004-07-24 20:00:29 +0000 UTC]

This is really beautiful Nell! I love the wings, so much detail All i can do as far as feathers is fluff But you drew every little last one, and detailed each of them! I also love the base of the tree, all the roots and stuff. Lovely work

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nellmckellar In reply to twosilverstars [2004-07-25 12:24:22 +0000 UTC]

Thanks Rachel!
The roots were the part I had most fun on! The wings though...I had a bit more trouble with. I wasn't sure whether to make them dark or not, because originally, she was going to be an angel of death.
But anyway, your comments are always appreciated!

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kolaboy [2004-07-23 18:12:03 +0000 UTC]

Beautiful pencil work

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Aoede [2004-07-23 02:46:19 +0000 UTC]

Wow, lovely work ^.^

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supafemme [2004-07-21 13:58:55 +0000 UTC]

WOW such detail ..the wings phenomenal ! i love twistie trees ! very wonderful !

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ch-peralta [2004-07-19 11:37:53 +0000 UTC]

Hhmmm yer best work yet !!!

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nellmckellar In reply to ch-peralta [2004-07-19 11:41:38 +0000 UTC]

OMFG! You think?!

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ch-peralta In reply to nellmckellar [2004-07-19 11:43:13 +0000 UTC]

Yeah I think so .... well I like a lot

too bad you didn’t color it up

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nellmckellar In reply to ch-peralta [2004-07-19 11:48:08 +0000 UTC]

No, someone else is going to do the honour.

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CaroleHumphreys [2004-07-19 07:18:43 +0000 UTC]

Such a beautiful and sensitive drawing. I love it.

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nellmckellar In reply to CaroleHumphreys [2004-07-19 11:33:00 +0000 UTC]

Aww thank you. And thank you for the fave.

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RavenLady [2004-07-19 02:45:00 +0000 UTC]

oh wow!! This is brilliant! I love the wings!! The pose is great. Another brilliant piece!!! :clap :clap

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nellmckellar In reply to RavenLady [2004-07-19 06:28:44 +0000 UTC]

Thanks Ravenlady!

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qmab [2004-07-19 01:13:19 +0000 UTC]

absolutely awesome! the dress and wings are brilliant.

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cat-gurl-embi [2004-07-18 19:15:47 +0000 UTC]

Awesome!

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wooleybear13 [2004-07-17 23:26:54 +0000 UTC]

..WOW!!!!! .......Is this all in pencil?? ......Very nice work!! ....A definite Fave!!!!!!

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nellmckellar In reply to wooleybear13 [2004-07-18 12:06:39 +0000 UTC]

Oh thank you!!!

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mylaloquelle [2004-07-17 15:10:25 +0000 UTC]

That tree is amazing! Love his expression too It'd look awesome in colour, but this pencil one looks fantastic too!

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nellmckellar In reply to mylaloquelle [2004-07-18 11:51:41 +0000 UTC]

Thank you!

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toeknuckles [2004-07-17 14:59:58 +0000 UTC]

beautiful tree. i particularly love the roots down the bottom. and the wings look fantastic!

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nellmckellar In reply to toeknuckles [2004-07-18 11:41:52 +0000 UTC]

Thankyou Amy.

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Juditangelo [2004-07-17 13:49:42 +0000 UTC]

wooooooooow!! Pretty and creepy tree; the angelΒ΄s wings are gorgeous!!!

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nellmckellar In reply to Juditangelo [2004-07-18 00:47:56 +0000 UTC]

Thanks Judi

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Skyejcb [2004-07-17 13:36:46 +0000 UTC]

Gorgeous *looks closer at tree* That's great!

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nellmckellar In reply to Skyejcb [2004-07-18 00:44:45 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much

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thingrodiel [2004-07-17 11:38:11 +0000 UTC]

Oh... the wings are so beautiful!

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doll-is-dead [2004-07-17 11:21:26 +0000 UTC]

very beautiful I love how you did the roots and the fabric of the angel's dress, it's lovely

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nellmckellar In reply to doll-is-dead [2004-07-17 11:58:39 +0000 UTC]

Thank you kindly.

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potlan [2004-07-17 07:58:19 +0000 UTC]

I think that tree counts as background because wow that is a lot of awesome and well-done detail.

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nellmckellar In reply to potlan [2004-07-17 10:41:01 +0000 UTC]

I am glad you approve!

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Marzipana [2004-07-17 07:48:11 +0000 UTC]

I like it. The picture's very beautiful.
I love sad angels

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ElvenstarArt [2004-07-17 04:14:50 +0000 UTC]

Wow! That tree is really awesome! Great work on this. I love the wings too!

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nellmckellar In reply to ElvenstarArt [2004-07-17 10:54:39 +0000 UTC]

Thank you, Rebecca!

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ElvenstarArt In reply to nellmckellar [2004-07-17 19:10:00 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome!

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ASilveryColt [2004-07-17 03:52:13 +0000 UTC]

Amazing! I loved the expression on the face
Can't wait to see it in color

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Interverse [2004-07-17 03:51:37 +0000 UTC]

fucking cool, there is probably nothing wrong with this picture I love the damn pencilwork but hmmmm...the wings seem too huge, I think it takes away from the rest of the pics, people in trees are cool on its own but WINGS?...my god that is just uber neato or something that I would say concidering I'm a smartass.

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nellmckellar In reply to Interverse [2004-07-17 03:56:18 +0000 UTC]

Haha thanks...
Nah, I'm a fan of big wings.
Well I am glad you like it.

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opulasereth In reply to nellmckellar [2008-09-26 19:00:16 +0000 UTC]

I disagree with Interverse.The wings say it all!They are an intregal part of the whole mood of this piece of art. i would'nt change a thing.It's perfect & i love it.

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