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Taunting MemoryRules 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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Comments: 275
gizburg In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 17:10:23 +0000 UTC]
Looks great as usual, Ralph! I can't blame the dark elf for running. "Strategical retreat" :-D
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Tom-the-Mighty In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 17:01:52 +0000 UTC]
I wonder if the wizard(?)'s cloak turns colors in the fall?
You gave a nice energy to the entire scene
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RalphHorsley In reply to Tom-the-Mighty [2010-10-07 10:58:05 +0000 UTC]
Hmm, yeah feel it should do that...
Thanks
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WhiteWolffie In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 16:34:39 +0000 UTC]
.............WOW.....What a picture! O.O
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FennieB In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 16:33:29 +0000 UTC]
Wow, it makes me jealous sometimes when DND artists do pieces like this. Such a piece should be on a trading card so that many people see it!
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RalphHorsley In reply to FennieB [2010-10-07 10:58:40 +0000 UTC]
More might see it in the book - it'll certainly be a lot bigger
Thnaks
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ShizaWolf316 In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 16:29:28 +0000 UTC]
Totally awesome! Good job!
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salamanderFLAME In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-07 12:32:17 +0000 UTC]
You're welcome.
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Flyingpanzyking In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 15:49:58 +0000 UTC]
From the preview image I thought this had something to do with a ghost attacking a Christmas tree. =\
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geraldTuraray In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 15:21:13 +0000 UTC]
awesome details.
actually it was the druid's retelling that drew my attention. the eyes moved through her robes the jumped to the drow's scabbard from there eyes went up to the face. the jumped to the dwarf pally/ cleric's arms then to the rest of the body.
the green just stands out too much
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RalphHorsley In reply to geraldTuraray [2010-10-07 10:59:22 +0000 UTC]
Makes sense - plans and their unravelling...
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geraldTuraray In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-07 11:45:38 +0000 UTC]
i don't think that druid will live long. hahaha
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Seenshadows In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 15:08:02 +0000 UTC]
Well done. This is an incredible piece of art.
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Stigmartyr762 In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 14:44:40 +0000 UTC]
This is just amazing work!
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RalphHorsley In reply to Stigmartyr762 [2010-10-07 10:59:35 +0000 UTC]
Thanks very much
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Stigmartyr762 In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-07 12:32:15 +0000 UTC]
Your most welcome!
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TheStrangeSen In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 14:32:56 +0000 UTC]
I laughed as soon as I saw the dwarf. He's either taunting the dark elf, or celebrating the potential to one-up the pointy eared stick.
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I like dwarves.
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TheStrangeSen In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-07 11:22:06 +0000 UTC]
Down with the oversized, tree hugging sticks!
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xX--Rioji--Xx In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 14:02:40 +0000 UTC]
First thing that popped into my head when i saw this was: DRIZZT!!! XD
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RalphHorsley In reply to xX--Rioji--Xx [2010-10-07 11:00:07 +0000 UTC]
Good connection to make...
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BlueRain007 In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 13:55:47 +0000 UTC]
WOW, it really seams that he's moving for cutting off the woman's head!!
I really like the realistic of the woman's coat, the dark elf's sword, the little flash-back and the elf's armor!! Such details!! Even the prospective from down to up its a good point of view....like a dwarf
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BlueRain007 In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-22 14:18:14 +0000 UTC]
yu are wellcome
very well done
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StabinSavvi In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 13:46:20 +0000 UTC]
i really enjoy the multitude of colors in this
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Zhinarkos In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 12:48:09 +0000 UTC]
That is just freaking epic! The detail in this is just... just taunting
But seriously, this piece even rises above some of Lockwood's best. Good work
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RalphHorsley In reply to Zhinarkos [2010-10-07 11:00:45 +0000 UTC]
Very kind of you - thanks
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pendrym In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 10:57:07 +0000 UTC]
Awesome, really expressive and full of your unique style. The description is very helpful too
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RalphHorsley In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 10:40:16 +0000 UTC]
Thanks you very much indeed!- much appreciated
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Siobhan68 In reply to ??? [2010-10-06 10:33:55 +0000 UTC]
This is... again... a stunning piece of work. I LOVE the artist's comment, explaining all your thoughts and you achieved, what you wanted. The composition is interesting and does draw the eye where you wanted it to. It is so well-done! This is inspiring... composition is so important! Thank you for sharing it, thank you for explaining it. This is outstanding.
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RalphHorsley In reply to Siobhan68 [2010-10-07 11:01:09 +0000 UTC]
Thanks, glad the explanation is of use
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Siobhan68 In reply to RalphHorsley [2010-10-07 11:26:06 +0000 UTC]
It sure is and keep up the inspiring art! Thanks for sharing it!
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