ALMOST done the Ravens, Herons & Deer Mandala painting!
These will be the last progress shots before I share the final picture. :) It's been a fun journey to create this painting, and I learned a lot along the way! I don't often do critters in my paintings, so it was a challenge to step outside my comfort zone to create what the client asked me for :)
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Here is what it looked like before I started to add dots & details
![IMG_1385[1].JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmWjtpa3hBB7EPHSMQyjZg7vF93ksB2AwCtWWmutGZgXEE/IMG_1385%5B1%5D.JPG)
Adding dots & details is the last step, and makes the whole piece "pop" and come alive
![IMG_1400[1].JPG](https://steemitimages.com/640x0/https://steemitimages.com/DQmZmdkfHEbiLR8u6z2E8yTFrpjLEoZEnt9WxQXg6jZmwpR/IMG_1400%5B1%5D.JPG)
Adding details to the herons was probably the part I was most nervous about. I think they came out alright!
![IMG_1416[1].JPG](https://steemitimages.com/DQmefhEaJr1faZf94dhYtHGQJgoq4RfdhUAKDKfoXi3A4D8/IMG_1416%5B1%5D.JPG)
Thanks for following along, stay tuned for the final picture some time later this week! -Adam
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Good to get out of your comfort zone man :)
So dope !
The herons look great! Those little feathers that are overlapping the borders really add a nice touch of flair. It looks like you've enjoyed this trip outside your normal boundaries. ☺
I did have a good time expanding my boundaries :) Glad you dig that, I wasn't sure how I was going to do those tummy feathers at first, just went with the overlapping and I think it came out alright~!
I'm sure the client will be thrilled with your work, I know I would be proud to hang this one in my space.
I'm looking forward to getting his feedback once he has it in person! :)
That looks fantastic Adam. Are you gonna do more with animals? They really add a cool element to the mandala.
I might, it really depends on what patrons ask me for lol Between custom Mandalas I usually create my 80's inspired style art.
That's great that you get so much commissioned work. I love creating art for other people. It's really inspirational.
It is a lot of fun to help other people bring their ideas to life! :) I do often mention the fact I can create custom art, so it helps. I think people feel more comfortable asking when you put it out there often.
This is 100% awesome and absolutely wonderful, Adam! :D I love it so much!!
Thank you! I'm pretty stoked with how it turned out :)
I bet :D
Very cool process!
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Incredible dude. The animals vibe in the most benign and welcoming way.
Thank you! I hope they still stand out with all the details. I know the ravens do! lol I'll have the final picture in a few days, just waiting 24-48hrs for varnish to completely dry and then I'll get a nice shot.