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Published: 2009-05-06 05:53:59 +0000 UTC; Views: 3413; Favourites: 179; Downloads: 83
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Description Aside from scrambling with Finals, I've been creating stuff for Akon. I'm pretty excited since some of the stuff recently has come out so well, including the merchandise. I'm gonna work on some new works for the con, including some more BOS works (which I reserved for summer time, hence why I haven't updated that series).

This portrait...I was never happy with how it came out when I posted it first time around. It was not 'Seth', more like a pretty face slapped on a dark background. I felt something was missing. I kept going back to this like THREE times, each with a different background. I just wasn't happy with it until I was doing some research on the eighties and realized that that punk vibe, which is what Seth is all about, was totally missing.

It's a pretty punk but dark moody pic, which is fine since there's this side of Seth that's really dark in the comic series I'm still planning to make. He tends to kill his victims while listening to upbeat, eighties music. I thought it'd make an interesting scene, what with a horrific massacre occurring while some Madonna song is playing in the background.

Still working on Seth's 'werewolf' form, btw. I'm doing all sorts of research and am thinking of ignoring the whole 'turn-into-an-8-foot-hairy-beast' and have that transformation subtle, yet monstrous. I'm thinking along the lines of the humanoid/monstrous-looking creatures shown in all the Hellraiser movies. To me, the more human the monster looks the more horrfic they appear to be. So that's kinda the road I want to go down with the Seth's transformation.

All righty, time to shut up. I'm debating whether to scrap the other Seth portrait since this one is pretty much the one I'm a but more pleased with. Oh well. I gotta go to bed now. Web final is at 8 in the morning. Bleeeeh. Must get up ridiculously early to catch a ride with dad. That, or get up even MORE early and catch the bus. Hell no! >.<
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Comments: 37

kingofpain0 [2015-09-29 05:05:37 +0000 UTC]

its edward scissorhandsΒ 

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nukkelapsi [2009-10-11 17:33:06 +0000 UTC]

I just stumbled to your gallery from your AFF account, and fell in love with your style. You're not just a talented writer, but also a really talented drawer.

Thought I always imagined Seth to have bright blue hair, this looks awesome .

Your DMC fanfic lightened up my weekend the very second I started reading it. I sometimes kind of forgot that Seth is an original character xD

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RadiusZero In reply to nukkelapsi [2009-10-12 02:49:03 +0000 UTC]

Oh, wow, this means LOADS to me. *__* I haven't gotten around to that fanfic due to school work and my hunger for Seth drawings. He's really taken on a life of his own. O_O But wow, I'm very flattered you loved the story AND the artwork. And I especially thank you for the kind words with regards to my Seth character. He's my pride and joy.

I've been meaning to go back to that fanfic for awhile, once the workload settled. I actually have it all typed but the later chapters aren't proof-read. I treat my stories like an artpiece, one where each chapter has to flow well with the rest. Hence, Monster is a WIP despite it being technically 'done'.

Hah, yes, Seth does streak his hair in all sorts of colors. A lot. This image of him has it natural black, without the highlights. But yeah, Seth loves filling his hairs with bright blues, pinks, oranges, and just about any color of the rainbow.

Anywho, thank you for the wonderful words.

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nukkelapsi In reply to RadiusZero [2009-10-12 15:37:02 +0000 UTC]

Your welcome ^^ .

It's not every day one finds a person of many talents such as you

I'm eagerly looking forward for some new chapters for Monster. And I'm that kind of a no-life, that Seth actually inspired my clothing style. And so I'm now angsting about the fact that I don't have nothing but black clothes -.- .

I can totaly relate to that thing about the school work. My first year at a completely new school just started, and it's taking almoust all of my time. So no sweat about the long breaks with the fic.

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RavynLaRue [2009-08-11 22:20:46 +0000 UTC]

I just adore this piece! May I please use this for my novel (as an illustration) if I give full credit, and a copy of the book?

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RadiusZero In reply to RavynLaRue [2009-08-12 01:11:12 +0000 UTC]

Oh my! Really? *___* I'm so honored you love it enough to put on your novel. And of course i give you permission to use it.

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RavynLaRue In reply to RadiusZero [2009-08-12 02:52:56 +0000 UTC]

Thank you SO much, darling!

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Smirtouille [2009-08-11 04:21:58 +0000 UTC]

Very cool piece.

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Hellobaby [2009-08-10 18:34:02 +0000 UTC]

You have been featured in my Talented Artists Part 26 article
Please keep it up your amazing works
I love your awesome talents and beautiful works

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Acid-PopTart [2009-07-10 12:06:40 +0000 UTC]

I cannot even come up with the words...... just stunning.

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RadiusZero In reply to Acid-PopTart [2009-07-10 19:29:23 +0000 UTC]

OMG! THANK YOU! This is my favorite portrait of Seth character I've done so far. To have you fave it.... my god, I'm going to cry now.

*sniff*

Tears of happiness, these are...

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Acid-PopTart In reply to RadiusZero [2009-07-10 21:00:28 +0000 UTC]

Seth is a lovely creature and this is a stunning portrait. So much depth to it.... just ... ..... seriously.

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pistolrush [2009-05-27 01:13:33 +0000 UTC]

Wow! I have to say I like this version better than the older one. Not to say that the older version was bad but I think this version fits his personality better. His lips look so good here. I love how hard the background is compared to his softness. Also now you have put the idea of Seth killing his victims while "Lucky Star" plays in the background and that is just...evil and hilarious.

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RadiusZero In reply to pistolrush [2009-05-27 07:17:32 +0000 UTC]

LOL, I just chatted with my mentor for two hours straight, all caused when he saw this image. Good lord, he told me it was my self potrait. Damn, this is the second time someone's told me that I look like my own character! T_T

Oh yes, Lucky Star, lol. Seth really is a funny, evil guy.

Anway, really glad you love this version. Me too. I think it's tons better than the other one. More colorful and stylish.

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pistolrush In reply to RadiusZero [2009-05-28 23:15:40 +0000 UTC]

Lol! That is very funny! I have been told many things about characters of mine but having a physical resemblance is not one of them.

If I ever saw that in your comic, I swear I will end up spraying my tea all over from laughing so hard. Then I would feel very sorry for the poor gentlemen or gentlelady losing their spleens.

It is more fitting with his character.

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seanwthornton [2009-05-21 20:28:43 +0000 UTC]

Your work is pretty fantastic too!

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irinama [2009-05-17 21:54:21 +0000 UTC]

Your amazing work has been featured here: [link]

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Lethinia [2009-05-07 18:02:29 +0000 UTC]

That looks totally kick-ass. It looks a lot lighter compared to the first version. (Gee, is it sad that I remeber that pic, obviously means it was good!) Still I think this looks fabulous. I still like the first version too.

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RadiusZero In reply to Lethinia [2009-05-07 20:59:40 +0000 UTC]

Aw, thank you! It makes me giddy inside, knowing that you remembered the other one. Yeah, the other one felt sorta heavy and plain. Still, it was a nice pic. I just felt I could've taken things further. Many thanks! ^_^

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musela [2009-05-07 14:45:46 +0000 UTC]

I love it! I love how the colors blend all together. I wish I can do my hair like that... Of course, I think my hubs would kill me or make fun of me.. hahaha.. You did a lovely job with the colors that you splashed in the foreground. Great job!

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RadiusZero In reply to musela [2009-05-08 03:46:05 +0000 UTC]

Aw, thank you! It's really exciting to read this. I'm pretty proud of how it came out so it makes me thrilled to read comments like this.

LOL, funny how hairs like this appear awesome on characters and movie celebs. But then when you do it it's like, 'wtf'?

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musela In reply to RadiusZero [2009-05-11 18:03:19 +0000 UTC]

You're very welcome!

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khlasher [2009-05-07 00:20:25 +0000 UTC]

Punk is Seth is all about! Great portrait.
I think this background really works!

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RadiusZero In reply to khlasher [2009-05-07 01:50:14 +0000 UTC]

Hey Khlasher! So awesome to read your comment here! *_* Thanks for the awesome words in both the portrait and the background! I was really struggling to come up with something I was gonna be content with. Glad to know my hard work paid off.

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Wisker [2009-05-06 21:56:31 +0000 UTC]

I initially read this as "self portrait". O__O
Do you make your own brushes? I've been putting of making some...
Great painterly effects.

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RadiusZero In reply to Wisker [2009-05-07 01:48:14 +0000 UTC]

LOL, self portrait...I wish! I wish I was good looking like this.

Yep, these are my brushes. ^_^ I basically scanned a bunch of textures from my watercolors and incorporated them in the images. I definitely want to create more textures since any time I borrow from the brush list in Photoshop I feel like I'm cheating or something. O_o

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Wisker In reply to RadiusZero [2009-05-08 10:34:33 +0000 UTC]

yeah I can agree there. Though its time concerning with school commitments.

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Lenap [2009-05-06 14:41:51 +0000 UTC]

hello)) long time no see))))

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RadiusZero In reply to Lenap [2009-05-06 20:37:00 +0000 UTC]

LENAP! One of my ultimate idols! How the hell are you? I definitely love your latest work. Those vamps are looking so hot. O_O

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Lenap In reply to RadiusZero [2009-05-07 02:45:01 +0000 UTC]

hello, dear))))))

im fine )))) have a lot of work to do))))))))))^^

and)) hhehe)) thanks)))))

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deZane [2009-05-06 12:16:48 +0000 UTC]

looks great, beautiful work

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RadiusZero In reply to deZane [2009-05-06 20:36:06 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! And wow, haven't heard from you in ages. So nice to read from you.

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M-etal-R-ainbow [2009-05-06 11:42:50 +0000 UTC]

XD I love it!

nice pink half-tones in the background XD and do love her hair its lovely XD and her pearly sickly white skin - It does have definate 80's feel to it X3

Great work, Instant Fav! XD

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RadiusZero In reply to M-etal-R-ainbow [2009-05-06 20:35:39 +0000 UTC]

I've always wanted to pull off that pearly sickly white skin since...forever! I just never got around to sticking with gray tones without the temptation of adding tons of colors. This time around, I forced myself to get that skin color sicne Seth's skin is this very creamy white color. Seth is a nocturnal creature anyway.

Many thanks for the fave!

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M-etal-R-ainbow In reply to RadiusZero [2009-05-07 14:49:29 +0000 UTC]

XD the pearly white skin is so good, i think your really have pulled it off there.

and no problem about the fav, Great pic! X3

Seth is awesome XD

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unstamental [2009-05-06 09:24:16 +0000 UTC]

Aw, no one commented on it yet? Well It’s 5 in the morning and I should be making breakfast but I’ll do it anyways.

You’re a master with cool and punk colors. And the new background? It’s amazing how you made it toned-like, but then so painted and graffiti-like. I truthfully like this version a little more than the other one purely due to the fact it really reflects Seth. I wouldn’t mind if you scrapped the other one as long as you don’t plain-out delete it.
Anyways, Seth looks like a real 80’s star with that expression and those gorgeous, dark, dreamy eyes.
Love it!~~

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RadiusZero In reply to unstamental [2009-05-06 20:32:22 +0000 UTC]

Thank you! *___* Not many have commented, but that's probably because they probably saw the other version and commented there. Though 21 people have faved on it so I'm really thrilled that people have taken a liking to this version.

Anyway, so glad you love this one! I extremely estatic to read about that rock-star look. That's such an amazing compliment there. i really did want Seth to come off as this punkish, twink type of guy. And I definitely prefer this verion over to the other one too. I dumped the other one at the storage space, so it's still here but not in the main gallery page anymore. This version is definitely more fun and cooler than. I really struggled to make this image though. I didn't know what was wrong with it, only, that it looked...boring?

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