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The Leaf Charmer

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On the edge of the sylvan woodland a dryad calls down the autumn leaves. My homage to the beautiful colours of autumn and dedicated to the memory of "The Emporer", Britain's largest stag taken down during the rutting season by a poacher this week.

Painted entirely in Corel Painter using one acrylic brush and one blender. Full resolution is 2700 x 1950 pixels, will post some closeups later.
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:star::star::star::star::star: Overall
:star::star::star::star::star: Vision
:star::star::star::star::star: Originality
:star::star::star::star::star: Technique
:star::star::star::star::star: Impact

I am completely and thoroughly impressed by this image -- moreso than any other thing I've encounter.

Such a beautiful homage, the detail and dedication --from the fur of the squirrel to each individual leaf -- is absolutely riveting! I love the warm colors used, with the slight vibrant green sticking out from the rest. I think this is what gives the image its body, as well as the crosshatch, almost wood-like texture used to embody the model/Emperor.

Overall, the image provokes a strong sense of spirituality and longing, and the emotion you've been able to bring out is both humbling and enriching.

Keep up the amazing work!