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"Virgo is the sixth astrological sign in the Zodiac. It spans the 150-180th degree of the zodiac, between 152.75 and 180 degree of celestial longitude, which the Tropical zodiac the Sun transits this area on average between August 23 to September 22 each year.
The constellation of Virgo is representative of many identities, all related to maidens, purity and fertility.She was originally associated to Dike, also known as Justice, daughter of Zeus and Themis, who was once the Mistress of All-Divine Order and Law prior to the Olympians. Dike initially lived among mankind but withdrew when they no longer upheld justice.
In Greek mythology,similarly, Persephone, daughter of Zeus and Demeter, had been abducted and taken to the underworld by Hades. In revenge her mother ruined the harvests, the earth became infertile and the people were starving. Zeus was forced to issue a decree stating that Persephone should spend only a short time each year in the underworld, and when she was released Demeter permitted Nature to resume its natural course."
This is my second addition to the Zodiac Signs while the first one was Leo
In time i will complete them all!
This piece is dedicated to Kev an awesome Virgo with an amazing gallery!
I used:
Many watercolor and acrylic washes
Prismacolor premier pencils
Albrecht Durer faber castell watercolor pencils (with and without water)
On canvas board size 24cm x 30cm
I have uploaded the original file in case you want to check on the full amount of details.Also if you are interested in the wips you can find them here [link]
This is a photo i took in the morning sunlight (i guess thats why it looks bright and warm) and laters i will varnish it to make all colors pop out properly.
all
so very much for viewing and commenting!
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Comments: 153
25thCentury [2014-09-15 23:16:31 +0000 UTC]
How well you capture the essence of the virgin lights that begin today their yearly travel with the sun. Β Her beautiful eyes disclose your eye for beauty (and I'm sure, your beautiful eyes as well).
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XRlS In reply to 25thCentury [2014-09-18 09:05:39 +0000 UTC]
this was kind of experimental since i hadnt use color pencils on canvas so far, but it turned out well.
in fact it was rewarding enough to have me wanting to try it again, water based paints with color pencils on canvas is a good combo apparently.
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25thCentury In reply to XRlS [2014-09-19 01:30:02 +0000 UTC]
Yes. Β Definitely. I don't know much about traditional art media, but your work with this combination looks great. Β Hope you will use it for other works (especially on the Zodiac Signs). Β
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JuanAntonioMena [2013-08-08 12:49:00 +0000 UTC]
It's amazing!
All the works that i've been commenting on are yours!
^_^
My eyes got blessed. β₯
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XRlS In reply to JuanAntonioMena [2013-08-10 07:42:18 +0000 UTC]
aww thank you very much my friend !!
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EvilScarrlett [2013-08-01 20:17:38 +0000 UTC]
I am virgo. this piece is vibrant and beautiful. thanks for sharing with all!
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XRlS In reply to EvilScarrlett [2013-08-03 20:50:01 +0000 UTC]
thank you for the lovely words and the support my dear!
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EvilScarrlett In reply to XRlS [2013-08-04 01:17:38 +0000 UTC]
thank you for being so productive and good at what you do!Β Β
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XRlS In reply to KILLJOYKILLERKLOWN [2013-07-12 16:27:50 +0000 UTC]
as soon as i have the specific idea for Sag i ll start working on it.
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KILLJOYKILLERKLOWN [2013-07-09 15:49:26 +0000 UTC]
You are a true artist. I LOVE this one. She is gorgeous!
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XRlS In reply to KILLJOYKILLERKLOWN [2013-07-12 16:26:29 +0000 UTC]
yep she came out pretty colorful and perky! i love strong bright colors,she couldnt escape her "fate" i think..
thank you!
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glassheart93 [2013-07-08 19:59:00 +0000 UTC]
ehat a beauty i cant wait 'till you do libra and how are you going to represent it
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XRlS In reply to glassheart93 [2013-07-12 16:24:33 +0000 UTC]
yeah well, i need an inspiration for Libra.
But it will come to me eventually.
thank you for the kind words!
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glassheart93 In reply to XRlS [2013-07-12 20:30:24 +0000 UTC]
aww you are welcome ... i am sure that it'll be as beautiful as this one if not more
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XRlS In reply to ConnieCookiee [2013-07-01 21:10:58 +0000 UTC]
i love strong bright colors,cant do without them..
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XRlS In reply to Baccano6 [2013-07-01 21:13:46 +0000 UTC]
yeah apparently i overdid it with bright luminous colors this time,i just seem to love them so much myself!
Thank you!!
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KW-Scott [2013-06-28 19:39:45 +0000 UTC]
Great job on this piece I just love the colors and as a Virgo myself I just love this piece
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XRlS In reply to KW-Scott [2013-07-01 21:15:43 +0000 UTC]
hmmm i can dedicate this one here, to you then...if you let me?
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KW-Scott In reply to XRlS [2013-07-02 06:10:41 +0000 UTC]
Well of course I would be honored
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KW-Scott In reply to XRlS [2013-07-02 18:09:46 +0000 UTC]
Aww thank you so much I'm really honored
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dreamsinstatic [2013-06-22 03:31:01 +0000 UTC]
Your fantastic work has been featured in Friday Night Features .
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XRlS In reply to twiligthvampire89 [2013-06-25 07:01:09 +0000 UTC]
thank you sweetheart!
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XRlS In reply to sesam-is-open [2013-06-25 07:00:40 +0000 UTC]
Thank you Selina, you are so sweet!
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Lormet-Images [2013-06-21 00:39:34 +0000 UTC]
This is another beautiful piece you have created. I don't think I have seen any of your work that I don't like, or that I think is just okay. This is stunning. I love the color and the blending! I also am so impressed by your 1st work "Leo". I know I have said this before to you, but I think you have mastered your craft. If I saw your work hanging in a gallery (and I had the money) I would definitely want to purchase your lovely art!
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XRlS In reply to Lormet-Images [2013-06-25 06:59:38 +0000 UTC]
awww Lori thank you so very much for the lovely words!!
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George-H-Art [2013-06-19 10:05:33 +0000 UTC]
Wonderful I love Greek mythology, I have so many books on the subject, very inspiring.
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