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Kitsune Celestial Fox of the nine tails.

Dedicated to Stephanie who is the mastermind brush artist redheadstock! In appreciation of all the wonderful things you do for all of us DA brush Junkies.

Thanks So MUCH!

If you haven't visited her site, then I suggest doing so. Lots of great stuff there!!

This verson is uncropped and does not have a print border. I very much encourage full view.

Tree and cloud brushes are from

The Kitsune is the Japanese word for fox. Foxes are a common subject of Japanese folklore. Stories depict them as intelligent beings and possessing magical abilities that increase with their age and wisdom. Foremost among these is the ability to assume human form. While some folktales speak of kitsune employing this ability to trick others — as foxes in folklore often do — others portray them as faithful guardians, friends, lovers, and wives.

Foxes and human beings lived in close proximity in ancient Japan; this companionship gave rise to legends about the creatures. Kitsune have become closely associated with Inari, a Shinto kami or spirit, and serve as his messengers. This role has reinforced the fox's supernatural significance. The more tails a kitsune has — they may have as many as nine — the older, wiser, and more powerful it is. Because of their potential power and influence, some people make offerings to them as to a deity.

Description
Kitsune Celestial Fox of the nine tails.

Dedicated to Stephanie who is the mastermind brush artist redheadstock! In appreciation of all the wonderful things you do for all of us DA brush Junkies.

Thanks So MUCH!

If you haven't visited her site, then I suggest doing so. Lots of great stuff there!!

This verson is uncropped and does not have a print border. I very much encourage full view.

Tree and cloud brushes are from

The Kitsune is the Japanese word for fox. Foxes are a common subject of Japanese folklore. Stories depict them as intelligent beings and possessing magical abilities that increase with their age and wisdom. Foremost among these is the ability to assume human form. While some folktales speak of kitsune employing this ability to trick others — as foxes in folklore often do — others portray them as faithful guardians, friends, lovers, and wives.

Foxes and human beings lived in close proximity in ancient Japan; this companionship gave rise to legends about the creatures. Kitsune have become closely associated with Inari, a Shinto kami or spirit, and serve as his messengers. This role has reinforced the fox's supernatural significance. The more tails a kitsune has — they may have as many as nine — the older, wiser, and more powerful it is. Because of their potential power and influence, some people make offerings to them as to a deity.