Popular Post Painting Raven Posted June 23, 2006 Popular Post Share Posted June 23, 2006 Hey there Everybody, Its been awhile (of course I always say that) but I've been busy with commissions and school. But, I thought I'd stop by and show off one of my latest... Aaron the Conjuror. I've tried OSL before, but never on this scale. He was a real challenge but the customer I painted him for was happily amazed. I hope you like him. 29 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twjolson Posted June 23, 2006 Share Posted June 23, 2006 Nice choice on the blue flame, unorthodox but very well done. But really, "Aaron" the conjurer? I mean, how many conjurers are named "Aaron"? Not a very wizardly name... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
angus147258 Posted June 23, 2006 Share Posted June 23, 2006 That looks great. The black and the green flames are expecialy impressive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sergeant_Crunch Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 But really, "Aaron" the conjurer? I mean, how many conjurers are named "Aaron"? Not a very wizardly name... Maybe his brother is Tim the Enchanter... (couldn't resist, watch The Quest for the Holy Grail today ) That OSL is awesome. Wish I was the person that commissioned that. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mooseyjoe Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 I think that this is my favorite version of this mini. That lighting is amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marlfox Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 Wow . . . I mean... . . . Wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krztoff Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 That is truly beautiful. The color choices are great, and I really think you did the right thing with the blue. Really sets it apart from the rest. Amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bodhi Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 Nice choice on the blue flame, unorthodox but very well done. But really, "Aaron" the conjurer? I mean, how many conjurers are named "Aaron"? Not a very wizardly name... Isn't that the name of Moses brother? And they sure DID beat those egyptian wizards so I'd say it's a fine name for a wizard Wonderful light effect on this one. Any tips on how to achieve it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlavanish Posted June 24, 2006 Share Posted June 24, 2006 Nice work on the OSL. I love the colors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prophet Posted June 25, 2006 Share Posted June 25, 2006 The choice of blue for the flame is awesome, it really seals the whole mini. Awesome work!! Prohet Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Niloc Posted June 25, 2006 Share Posted June 25, 2006 Wow... I can't get over the lighting effect you done ... well painted! Thanks for sharing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Painting Raven Posted June 25, 2006 Author Share Posted June 25, 2006 Thanks everyone for your kind comments. Wonderful light effect on this one. Any tips on how to achieve it? Mostly what I did was first paint the flame, going from white near the hands and head to a darker blue at the tips at the top. I then painted the figure as I would normally without the reflected light. The tough part came with the reflection. Light travels in straight lines with the closest items getting the brightest reflection (which is this case would be the midtone for the flame), so I painted on the brightest points (on top of his head, the arms, face, etc.) first then blended the flames color with whatever the base color was of the item (i.e. flesh tones and blue for the face, brown and blue for the hair, etc.). I know this is probably still rather vague but I hope it helps a little. The other tough part is making sure the regular highlights blend into the reflected highlights in a smooth way that looks good. This is definately not a technique for the timid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LordColdsteal Posted June 25, 2006 Share Posted June 25, 2006 WOW When I saw this paintjob, I nearly jumped out of my seat... I did say "WOW" loud enough that my wife came to see what I was looking at. This is one of the the best OSL effects I haver ever seen! You did an amazing job! The only "negative" comment i would make is to say I thought there should be a little lighting on the knee. This is a fantastic job! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MatthewD Posted June 25, 2006 Share Posted June 25, 2006 Great job on the fire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jabberwocky Posted June 26, 2006 Share Posted June 26, 2006 Awesome, simply awesome. Definitely one I will look to in the future for inspiration on OSL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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