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Illustration assignment, completed.

Ever feel like you're lost at sea?


ink, Photoshop; 12 x 18 inches
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Given 2010-10-25
Even while you rest that sinking feeling ( by *Classical ) can creep up like a storm at sea. ( Suggested by ~coNstantine2530 and Featured by `PurpelBlur )
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Abstract and symbolism is not technically my cup of tea, but for this beauty, I decide to make an exception.

The artist states in their description: "Ever feel like you're lost at sea?" and I'm inclined to say "yes", because most of us live in a society that is always demanding and constantly proves itself to be so unwilling to give, no matter how much you work and effort you put into your work. Problems will come and problems will go only for other to emerge, and you find yourself lost - like a sailor at sea, looking at the horizon yet unable to find land, unable to find home - or an end to the endless sea of troubles. *Classical has taken this feeling and illustrated it in the very literal form of its meaning.

The waters are also anything but calm, giving signs of a very troubled "lost sailor" - constantly plagued by problems. We also see lifelines (I suppose that is what they are called, right? if not, my apologies) yet they don't seem to be connected to anything - another clear indication that the person has nothing to hang on too, that everything is but a temporary bit of comfort.

The dark, gloomy colors used in this work also seem to add an extra bit of charm to the whole composition and the specific "illustration" kind of feeling of it all made this work seem all the more complete. A more realistic feel would never give a viewer such an strong impact and for that I thank the artist for possessing the skills, the talent and most of all - the imagination for bringing this little treasure to life. Assignment or not, art is at, and will remain enjoyable no matter what.
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*jazzlamb Jan 2, 2012  Student Filmographer
THAT IS ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS!

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~scratchback Oct 19, 2011   General Artist
The detail here is wonderful. The idea as well...
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:icongryffgirl:
Beautiful, dramatic piece. I love the waves and the dark colors! :+fav:
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:iconuzulii:
I feel like lost in the sea right now
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~BusterJim Dec 17, 2010  Professional General Artist
Again really nice colours! Sea mythology is great!
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:iconjo-yumegari:
It's amazing beautiful and deeply evocative.
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`cheeks-74 Nov 11, 2010   General Artist
the flow and direction is incredible here!

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~DrowningMouse Nov 11, 2010  Hobbyist Digital Artist
Wow, this is beautiful...
I love how this is laid out - and the lifesavers definitely are an awesome touch.

I'd try to say something witty, but honestly, I don't have the skill enough for it. So I'm sorry, but "I love this" will have to do. XD
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~SharpAce Nov 3, 2010  Hobbyist Digital Artist
Why are you so amazing at everything?

I love the heart of this piece. It captures that feeling perfectly through color and shape.

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yes.

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Originality is non-existent."
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