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h'ok.
So this was a nerdy little idea that spawned out of the boredom of traveling for hours upon hours over the holidays which exploded into a full blown project. I started it on the train, worked on it as I inhabited my parents' house for a week, and then I was given a graphics tablet so it just went on from there...

Although I had attempted some digital art once before a year or so ago, I consider this my first real effort at digital portraiture. And yes, I still prefer traditional techniques.

On a side note, I had this really fantastic idea for the background which involved an intricate stone wall with a stained glass window, but as I worked on it, I became incredibly frustrated and realized it was going to be too busy. I settled for the background I have now, but it may change in the future.

Done in Photoshop.
Reference for the background by ~VivaStock
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~Voredor Apr 10, 2011
whoa this is perfect. can I use this as a profile picture in a HP rpg?
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*hever Apr 10, 2011  Professional Traditional Artist
Sure. Just give credit. :)
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~Voredor Apr 11, 2011
already done ;)
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*chattenoir889 Jul 11, 2009  Hobbyist Traditional Artist
Wow, this is real nice...now i want him to be at school with my OC :giggle:
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~panoramagraphics Feb 13, 2009   Digital Artist
This is AMAZING! Well done, you're very talented!!
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=hyenacub Feb 4, 2009  Hobbyist
Ho-lee crap... This was a *first* attempt at a serious digital portrait? There's not enough green paint in the world to cover my envy. LOL Awesome stuff...if you ever happen to make a tutorial for your technique... :D
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*hever Mar 11, 2009  Professional Traditional Artist
Thanks very much. I fear I'm not qualified to do a tutorial since I'm just learning myself and I'm not sure I'll ever be since I actually find digital painting to be a bit of a bore...haha :)
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=hyenacub Mar 12, 2009  Hobbyist
Heh heh I love digital painting, myself. To each his own! :D It's good, anyways! :)
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=WillFactorMedia Dec 15, 2008  Student Photographer
"Then again, maybe some of you have come to deviantART in posession of abilities so formidable as to not pay attention." =D

Another great piece! I love the depth of character you can see on his face, particularly the eyes :thumbsup::nod:
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*hever Dec 30, 2008  Professional Traditional Artist
Hahaha!

I just wanted to thank you for all of your comments on the variety of pieces in my galley---I know it's a little late, but this new message center makes it such a pain to catch up. But better late than never I guess. Anyway, I'm so glad that you liked a variety of my work and it was very nice of you to take the time to leave me thoughtful comments. I figured it would be easier for both of us if I left you a big THANKS rather than a bunch of little random replies. :)
Take care and thanks again.
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