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Description Taunting Memory

Rules Compendium; D&d Supplement.
Β©Wizards of the Coast.

Acrylic, Approx 16" x 22"

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The Dungeons & Dragons supplement Rules Compendium has just been released, and this was one of my pieces from the book. Details of which can be found here: [link]

Taunting Memory was great fun as for once it depicts a group of characters socialising after the fight. Usually I find myself showing a combat in progress, but this time we get to see how the Dark Elf behaved when faced with a Beholder - although I also like the fact you could interpret this as a prophecy of events yet to happen - either way he doesn't look too happy about the telling.


The viewers first attention is drawn to the Dark Elf by the strong contrast of his skin and hair. Something further reinforced by his clear profile and the framing element of the light coloured picture on the wall behind him. The row of heads helps keep our attention in the upper part of the picture, whilst various lines, the Elven staff, Dark Elf's sword and scroll case, Dwarf's arm and roof beams, help draw the eye towards the conjured memory. This in turn is more saturated than the surrounding elements, again, hopefully, getting our attention.
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Lordmarkoss In reply to ??? [2010-10-08 16:01:59 +0000 UTC]

another great piece , seeing the wizards of the coast thing at the botom i assume you do work for magic the gathering cards or something?

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RalphHorsley In reply to Lordmarkoss [2010-10-11 08:29:16 +0000 UTC]

This was for D&D, bu tI have created about 50 Magic cards.
Thanks

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Inkthinker In reply to ??? [2010-10-08 05:15:31 +0000 UTC]

Isn't he a little tall for a Dwarf? I had him pegged as just a bearded human.

Thanks for including your thoughts into the composition! That kind of inside, pre-production detail is invaluable.

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RalphHorsley In reply to Inkthinker [2010-10-08 08:31:01 +0000 UTC]

The other two are seated, whilst the Dwarf is stood.

Gla dthe notes are useful - thanks

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shipain In reply to ??? [2010-10-08 00:21:53 +0000 UTC]

love it this is super funny

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RalphHorsley In reply to shipain [2010-10-08 08:31:08 +0000 UTC]

Great - thanks

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LadyIsis-666 In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 23:31:56 +0000 UTC]

Wonderful! I love it!


Poor drow!

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RalphHorsley In reply to LadyIsis-666 [2010-10-08 08:31:17 +0000 UTC]

Great - thanks

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AnneCooper In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 18:34:27 +0000 UTC]

Excellent work!

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RalphHorsley In reply to AnneCooper [2010-10-08 08:31:36 +0000 UTC]

Thanks a lot

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AlexandraRena In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 14:19:22 +0000 UTC]

There is so much good detail in this and none of it overpowers the actions happening between the characters. Great work!!

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RalphHorsley In reply to AlexandraRena [2010-10-08 08:31:54 +0000 UTC]

Pleased to read that - thanks

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Warro-Cas In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 11:04:28 +0000 UTC]

One look at this as a thumbnail screamed D&D for me... XD But I really like it. Honestly, I find myself paying my attention to the dwarf the most, just because of how detailed his face is. The fact this all acyilic makes me even more impressed.

It's been a long time since I last played D&D--I was 13, so it's been 5 years. Maybe this is an omen about how things will turn out, when I start playing again. XD

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RalphHorsley In reply to Warro-Cas [2010-10-08 08:33:30 +0000 UTC]

Thanks very much

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KitsuneKarin In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 10:32:13 +0000 UTC]

My initial thought was "Oh, that's nice, good photoshop work, detailing is well done, etc."
Then I saw that it was acrylic on canvas, and I was so proud of, and happy for you and for the fact that traditional art is not lost, and it's people like you who make it live.
The detailing is fantastic for the size of the canvas, the whole painting is fantastic just by itself. The composition is fun to look at and the colors made me smile.
Great work.

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RalphHorsley In reply to KitsuneKarin [2010-10-07 10:45:38 +0000 UTC]

Thanks very much for your comment. I do enjoy the fact that I end up with an original painting

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sartoriodos [2010-10-07 09:18:17 +0000 UTC]

wow so realistik nice work

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RalphHorsley In reply to sartoriodos [2010-10-07 10:45:44 +0000 UTC]

Thanks

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sartoriodos In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-07 20:57:33 +0000 UTC]

np

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sh51 In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 07:51:28 +0000 UTC]

fantaastif work

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RalphHorsley In reply to sh51 [2010-10-07 10:45:55 +0000 UTC]

Thanks a lot

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sh51 In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-07 13:18:51 +0000 UTC]

you're welcome

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Mindslave24-7 [2010-10-07 07:44:39 +0000 UTC]

Wonderfully done.

It's sad, I gave up on D&D when the 4th edition came out, but my heart just wans't into it anymore.
And the 4th edition just sealed it shut.

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RalphHorsley In reply to Mindslave24-7 [2010-10-07 10:46:10 +0000 UTC]

Glad you like the artwork anyways

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Mindslave24-7 In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-07 11:39:22 +0000 UTC]

It did recall old times, and I do miss it.
Another lost dream.

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Talonator2003 In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 07:37:58 +0000 UTC]

Insanely awesome : )

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RalphHorsley In reply to Talonator2003 [2010-10-07 10:46:25 +0000 UTC]

Thanks very much

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Talonos2 In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 06:49:08 +0000 UTC]

I really like it.

Wizards of the Coast has recently gotten quite... Derivative? In their rulebook artwork. This is good enough that I wouldn't have initially assumed it was for a rules supplement.

I appreciate your description of the techniques used in the art as well. It's good to know how much thought goes into pieces such as these.

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RalphHorsley In reply to Talonos2 [2010-10-07 10:47:00 +0000 UTC]

Thanks a lot

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Peanutbubble In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 06:18:37 +0000 UTC]

so very stunning... *sigh* the detail, the detail <3

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RalphHorsley In reply to Peanutbubble [2010-10-07 10:47:11 +0000 UTC]

Thanks very much

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DiMaio In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 05:53:11 +0000 UTC]

excellent work! this is WAAAY cool!

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RalphHorsley In reply to DiMaio [2010-10-07 10:47:18 +0000 UTC]

Great - thanks

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stevenshipman In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 02:16:35 +0000 UTC]

Wonderful work! Amazing sense of movement, great composition and execution

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RalphHorsley In reply to stevenshipman [2010-10-07 10:47:25 +0000 UTC]

Thanks a lot

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ctrl-4lt-d3l In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 01:51:29 +0000 UTC]

I can't wait to play D&D...

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RalphHorsley In reply to ctrl-4lt-d3l [2010-10-07 10:47:36 +0000 UTC]

Cool - thanks

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DreadTurtle In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 01:34:38 +0000 UTC]

I love the design of the dwarven armor. Very well done.

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RalphHorsley In reply to DreadTurtle [2010-10-07 10:47:43 +0000 UTC]

Thanks

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Graphite3b In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 00:32:25 +0000 UTC]

How do I nominate for a daily dev? This needs to be recognized as the masterpiece that it is.

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RalphHorsley In reply to Graphite3b [2010-10-07 10:48:30 +0000 UTC]

Erm, not entirely sure - you need to contact one of the administrators for traditional art... good luck and thanks

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Graphite3b In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-07 12:30:57 +0000 UTC]

No worries I have already sent off a note to the administrator. Good Luck.

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RalphHorsley In reply to Graphite3b [2010-10-07 14:41:01 +0000 UTC]

Thanks

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AEmeya In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 00:24:58 +0000 UTC]

I wish I could use that spell in real life...

REMEMBER THAT TIME IN FIFTH GRADE WHERE YOUR PANTS FELL DOWN IN GYM CLASS? I DO.
*Taunting memory activated*

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RalphHorsley In reply to AEmeya [2010-10-07 10:48:46 +0000 UTC]

lol - yeah, it would be sweet

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AEmeya In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-07 14:10:57 +0000 UTC]

x3

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sev7 In reply to ??? [2010-10-07 00:03:27 +0000 UTC]

my attention was drawn by the druid first

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RalphHorsley In reply to sev7 [2010-10-07 10:49:23 +0000 UTC]

That's interesting. I might plan something, but it is always good to know how it works in practise...

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sev7 In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-08 05:14:39 +0000 UTC]

the druid is more of the commander of the scene here with the what seems to be more lighting and detail.

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RalphHorsley In reply to sev7 [2010-10-08 08:34:08 +0000 UTC]

Hmm, yes maybe she is more dominant.. always good to get feedback. Thanks

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