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Whoopsie, I did it again. Got excited about a theme and threw together an entry too quickly. AhahahSome of you might of seen my start this image during my livestream the other day, might as well get it finished now so I can finish up some other projects.
The theme for the month of August is gemstones, so i decided to give this a bit of a fun twist. Quite a few gemstones are made in the most amazing of ways, by, and in volcanoes. With such heat and pressure they are created, kinda a beautiful thing in my mind, not to mention I absolutely adore crystallized things. As I kid I would collect gemstones and keep them in a box, I actually still have that laying around somewhere.
This image really is about the creation of the stones through destruction rather than the actual stones in a way. On the Ei’luolai Islands of Tikah's home planet of Vort there are multiple volcanoes scattered across their surfaces, similar to USA's Hawaii in a way.
Being rich in minerals and having the proper environments to create them, most of the mountains are filled with crystalline structures. A majority of them precious gems, and other such deposits due to its consistent volcanic activity.
In the past there have been mining colonies that would settle in these areas, though they often didn't last very long due to the frequent eruptions. Not to mention native protests towards the invasion of their 'gods' home. That being the main explanation I'm giving you as to why there are destroyed buildings in the background.
Tikah's outfit is inspired by both Steampunk fashion, something I completely adore btw, and the birthstone for August.
Peridot
I think its a lovely stone personally, with a great variety of greens complimenting each other to create a wondrous array of reflections inside of its crystalline structure.
When I think of gemstones, or crystals, what comes to my mind is strength and beauty. Something I really wanted to embody in this image. Though beauty and Tikah are kinda difficult to mesh. She isn't really the type to per say, 'dress up' too much. She doesn't wear frilly dresses often either, if at all. Too exposing and tedious to wear in a practical way. Though I think I did an alright job keeping her in character while having her in a semi-fancy outfit.
Anyhoos~
Tikah and art/outfit designs belong to TheEvilTeaDrinker
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Comments: 34
Octeapi In reply to jackalu09 [2015-03-25 21:38:20 +0000 UTC]
sammme >v> If only i was good at sewing i'd make some of these outfits a reality
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jackalu09 In reply to Octeapi [2015-03-31 19:23:52 +0000 UTC]
I am sooooo tempted to start making my own clothes!! It's like impossible to find clothes that fit me!
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cookiejoyful [2014-08-10 17:49:27 +0000 UTC]
heyyyy that huge clock reminds me of Big Ben! Love the lava too. You did
amazing.
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Octeapi In reply to cookiejoyful [2014-08-12 05:27:35 +0000 UTC]
Honestly it was based a bit off that but really was just a nice piece to add into the scenery XD
Thanks!
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cookiejoyful In reply to Octeapi [2014-08-12 18:54:59 +0000 UTC]
welcome and I like how you make the fandom kinda your own. Your creative and go your own way.
You kinda remind me of Atrieisan (she's in the Danny Phantom fandom) how she's creative and goes her own way.
(If you haven't checked her out before you should, your minds could totally click.)
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Octeapi In reply to cookiejoyful [2014-08-12 19:13:36 +0000 UTC]
Daw thank you very much!
Actually I know Atrieisan very well, grew up with her actually.
She is my genetic sister, kinda why I found this comment a bit amusing really.
She was one of my biggest inspirations as a child for art, and someone that supported me in my artistic endeavors as I got older.
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Atrieisan In reply to Octeapi [2014-08-13 15:55:30 +0000 UTC]
I honestly laughed when I saw this. XD
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cookiejoyful In reply to Octeapi [2014-08-12 21:03:22 +0000 UTC]
Welcome haha this kinda feels like a 'derp' moment to me.
Well you guys should be proud of each other, you both have developed amazing art skills.
Exactly how sisters should be; supportive and inspirational.
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sailorcelestial [2014-08-05 21:43:44 +0000 UTC]
Wow, the lighting on this is the most impressive~! I love it, and the outfit she's in is awesome! Her jewelry reminds me of ancient Egyptian necklaces and stuff! This is such a cool picture!
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Octeapi In reply to sailorcelestial [2014-08-12 05:29:15 +0000 UTC]
Thank you very much!
The color composition with the lightly was one of the most difficult parts of this image, I am really thrilled that you enjoyed it all the same however!
The jewelry was in a way based more for a tribal setting, some inspirations drawn from African and as you stated Egyptian jewelry I had seen as a child. Not to mention a bit of bohemian flare throw in there as well~
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EngineroomEarl [2014-08-05 04:31:16 +0000 UTC]
I can't even express how beautiful this is. Just stunning! And I absolutely love the concept of the mining colonies. I'm obsessed with mining history, so this is really connecting to me. Love it!
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Octeapi In reply to EngineroomEarl [2014-08-05 15:04:54 +0000 UTC]
They are a interesting little factor to pull into a story aren't they? Too bad the colonies fell apart eventually, oh well.
I'm glad! Hopefully you'll enjoy the next pieces I make in the future too!
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EngineroomEarl In reply to Octeapi [2014-08-05 18:25:17 +0000 UTC]
We can bring them baaaaaack....There must be some random hardcore miners who stayed and hung around! Haha!
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FortheLoveofKei [2014-08-04 22:17:55 +0000 UTC]
This is gorgeous and such an interesting take on both the theme and formal wear. I'm really excited about this theme and you did so well with it! *squee* Great job, Tea!
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Octeapi In reply to FortheLoveofKei [2014-08-05 15:03:05 +0000 UTC]
Yeaaa, hopefully it is 'formal' enough, suppose we'll find out at the end of the month/ next month. I am really enjoying this pageant so far though, each theme seems in its own way more challenging and idea inspiring than the last.
Daw, thank youuuu!!
I'm really excited to see what other people end up making.
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MisterMech [2014-08-04 21:11:08 +0000 UTC]
Hot damn, I love the composition of this.
This feels like it could make a nice splash page or cover for a comic. Again, loving the sheer amount of detail everywhere my eye goes.
The coloring is very good and eye catching where it needs to be and you use line weight effectively to create some great depth.
Pretty much everything shows you had some real fun making this. xD
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Octeapi In reply to MisterMech [2014-08-05 15:01:20 +0000 UTC]
I was really pleased with how the overall composition came together towards the end, though I have to admit, finding A way to mix the colors without overpowering what the main focus was, was a bit challenging.
Hrnnng;lkajs I am really pleased to hear someone picked up on all of that!
OooOOo You have no idea I had a friggen blast with this.
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wolfphantom21 In reply to Octeapi [2014-08-05 15:45:17 +0000 UTC]
You know what you are such a f**king amazing artist I'm so jelly of your art it's so amazing and you backgrounds go so well with your characters and gahhhhh I LOVE YOU!!!
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VampireSensei [2014-08-04 16:45:42 +0000 UTC]
Oh wooooow! This came out better than anticipated!
It's all so lovely and the details are out of this world! Seriously it's gorgeous!
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Octeapi In reply to VampireSensei [2014-08-05 14:58:31 +0000 UTC]
Daw thanks! I really enjoyed getting some of this done at the stream, I'm somehow more productive when I stream, go figure.
Hrngm Thank yooouuu ;v;
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VampireSensei In reply to Octeapi [2014-08-06 00:23:31 +0000 UTC]
I can understand that. Maybe it's having company, or even just having people watching that sort of pushes you to work?
You are welcome! <3
I really love like...everything about it (especiallyTikahIlovehersohard)
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Ornja [2014-08-04 16:21:12 +0000 UTC]
Dang it tea ;A; why are you so amazing!!! That lava is beautiful!! And thank you so much for not doing the usual idea of formal wear! You just gave me some ideas for my entry!!
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Octeapi In reply to Ornja [2014-08-04 16:24:56 +0000 UTC]
Daw thanks zoo! I really enjoyed doing this piece, though honestly the color composition drove me mad for a good few hours till I tweaked it enough to work.
Tikah really doesn't do 'formal' wear, kinda a consistently casual, comfortable, or practical clothing gal. Mainly why I went for steampunk, cause it looks nice and formal but still has that grungy look Tikah has.
Haha!
Octeapi In reply to SilentRosySunrise [2014-08-04 16:25:16 +0000 UTC]
Lucky you then! Honestly quite envious of that I find it to be a beautiful stone.
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Howlelujah [2014-08-04 12:49:32 +0000 UTC]
Really pretty! I especially like the feeling of movement in this piece. The lava rushing by and heat rising up from it blowing Tikah's dress look fantastic.
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Octeapi In reply to Howlelujah [2014-08-04 16:26:28 +0000 UTC]
LJSlsjldfk THAnk you! I was hoping to get some idea of movement going on in this image, I'm glad you seem to think I succeeded in it!
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Misty-chanXx [2014-08-04 11:37:43 +0000 UTC]
I always find your pageant entries for Tikah really interesting. I like how with this entry "gemstones" the most important thing was the environment and creation of the stones instead of the stones themselves. I especially love how her outfit is inspired by a gemstone without being covered or centerpiecing a stone ^^ Great work Tea~
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Octeapi In reply to Misty-chanXx [2014-08-04 16:29:49 +0000 UTC]
HFNNNGNN
Honestly I am so glad to hear that. One of my main goals with this pageant was to not do the 'usual' try and think outside the box a bit. Kinda test my creativity in a way. Its really exciting to hear that someone has noticed/enjoyed the way I have been going about my entries. Makes it all that much more enjoyable for me to go about the next few projects in this pageant.
So, thank you <3
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Misty-chanXx In reply to Octeapi [2014-08-13 01:32:50 +0000 UTC]
Ah no problem at all ^^ I think your approach is refreshingly interesting and original! Tikah is such a great character to be able to go out of the box with at pageant entries because of her unique personality! I look forward to your works
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