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5 contributions to Art Style Skool
Pet Portrait
Hey everyone, sorry I haven't been as active on here, school's been making it hard to find time to do art. But in the midst of finals I did get a pet portrait commission that I worked on. I had a especially hard time with the hand (hands are hard!) and the eyes since they are closed in the picture. I think it definitely ended up looking great, and its interesting to see how my pet portrait style has evolved. Sometimes I think if your on social media too much your too busy chasing other art styles to notice the one right in front of you. Anyway would love to hear feedback, its been a while since I have had an art community to chat with!
Pet Portrait
1 like • Aug 31
So much personality here, I love the quick sketch style but with the extra attention to detail in the shadowing and lighting. It's one of my favorite styles it reminds me of how pioneers would sketch in their diaries during their travels.
Recent celebrations!
I would love to hear your recent celebrations Whether it’s art related or not. Lets keep the support for one another going! I’ll go first. In June I was selected for a public art grant. After two months of waiting for the legal documents to get filed and insurance paperwork to get finalized. The city is finally cutting the check so I can get started. If you are in the Castle Rock area, soon there will be a new piece installed in downtown. I’ll keep you posted if you would like to come hang out or stop by as I will be working on it over the next month
Recent celebrations!
2 likes • Aug 31
Oh that is super cool! Next time I'm back in CO I'll have to try and see it. I think my biggest achievement recently is hitting my 5 year anniversary with my wife. I can't believe it's already been 5 years and we've accomplished so much together and it really does feel like an achievement.
1 like • Aug 31
@Haley Skinner that's awesome! Owning a home can be a liberating experience. Just don't let the maintenance get you down, I've had mine for about 3 years now and it's been a rollercoaster but I wouldn't trade it for anything else.
The Next Attraction Is Coming…
Sorry I’ve been a little quiet lately! I’ve been working diligently to finish my comic, and I’m happy to say it’s DONE! 🎉🌽 With the school year approaching, my schedule is about to get a lot busier, which means my time to create will be a little more limited. While I’m waiting to send the comic off to the printers, I’ll continue working on my comics whenever I can find the time. The important thing is—I got this issue finished, and I’m really proud of how it turned out. This project has been a marathon, not a race, and I’m excited to keep pushing forward with the Cryptid Corn Guy universe. 👽🌽🎪 For now, here’s a look at the finished cover… and a potential page from Issue #3! 👀 Thanks to everyone who continues to follow, support, and encourage this crazy little comic of mine. More to come! 🤘
The Next Attraction Is Coming…
2 likes • Aug 11
This is fantastic! I've always wanted to run a comic of my own and it's very inspiring what you've done with it here. I'm excited to see you get some of these sold!
Recent ink works
These are some ink sketches I made for a LARP that I attend. I know super nerdy. I used to frequently work with Ink, doing noir style lighting with the hard shadows and running comic book styling. It has been a long time since I had last picked up a pen and I only got back into this about a year ago. These are the ones I'm most proud of currently. I'm hoping to get some of these off the sketchbook and into an actual frame able piece soon. I find having a story line to follow is the best inspiration.
Recent ink works
1 like • Aug 6
@Jessica Lott thank you! 🙂
1 like • Aug 11
@Ben Henry yes! I remember reading through that one. I can definitely see it fitting for some of the narratives we run with. I'll try it out sometime!
Recent pet snake painted commission!
I am really happy with the results of this painted Magic card, but I really struggled to recreate the iridescence of the snake skin. Anyone have tips on painting something like that?
Recent pet snake painted commission!
2 likes • Aug 6
This is a such fun idea! I'd never considered modifying game cards like this. I love the flow of the snake wrapping around the card along with the coloration of the scales in the highlights!
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Merrick Moriel
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