Two ASoIaF (GoT) inspired raven girls

[Griffin]

These were the first ponies I started working on after my hiatus, around March, but due to some more pressing issues they were only finished this past weekend. I love monochromatic colour schemes and once the idea of a white raven on a white pony popped in my head, I couldn't get it out. In the end I decided to add some colour accents so these are not truly monochromatic but I thought the white raven called for some red weirwood leaves and I wanted the black one to match - besides, I noticed black on black is really challenging, lol! The third eye on the black pony was a last minute addition, I realised there was nothing that would indicate it was A Song of Ice and Fire inspired and not just a raven themed pony. 

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Both ponies were given FBRs in acrylics and rehaired with nylon hair from Dollyhair (Virgin Snow, Marshmallow & Cherry Pie on WHC; Black Magick, Pacific Ocean & Deadly Nightshade on DWDW). DWDW was actually a Hasbro mould fakie so she's slightly smaller than the original. I also had to make her tail extra thick as she used to have a rooted tail. Her raven eye was made with Glossy Accents medium that creates a lovely 3D effect. The rim and the hair (or feathers?) around the eye were painted on, I used a cocktail stick to apply the paint more thickly under the eye so the hair would look more realistic. Both ponies were sealed with polyurethane sealant, matte for the bodies and glossy for the eyes and nostrils. (I'm not even sure why I glossed the nostrils, I haven't done that before but I quite like the effect, and it's not too noticeable. ) Their non-display sides are blank.

DWDW is for sale, asking $40 + shipping costs. On hold! ^^ I'm planning on keeping WHC, she has so many flaws that I'd be uncomfortable selling her (dust/fibres under the sealant, ugly neck seam repaired with gesso, etc.) but if someone really wants her or wants to buy them as a set, I'm open to negotiation. Thanks for looking, I hope you enjoy!

[Em_L._Pea_Customs]

I am so excited to see new work from you!  I have always been such a huge fan and these customs show the reason why.

I am always in awe over your wispy, delicate...almost smoke like, ethereal painting.  I wish I could own everything you make!  Gorgeous work as always...monochromatic is difficult, but when done well, is my FAVORITE! 

I don't watch/read GOT, but I am still contemplating buying these two. 

[Griffin]

Aww thank you, cookhuman! Hey, I have an idea... from now on I can send everything I make to you, and you can send all your customs over to me, huh?

I think I'm finally starting to learn how to handle acrylics, at least in smaller sizes. I used to be really uncomfortable with them, watercolours are still my preferred type of paints but I guess I'm now learning how to translate some of the techniques to my acrylic paintings and that is probably what gives them the ethereal look. I use a lot of water to create transparent layers and to lift off pigment before it's completely dry, sometimes in combination with drybrushing effects. I'm happy to hear it's working and others like the outcome, too!    

[kaoskat]

Oh wow! I LOVE ravens and these two are gorgeous!!!

[dashesndots]

Those are both gorgeous!  I love ASOIAF - I think you represented the ravens beautifully!

[Colorscapesart]

Wow. Wow.  So intricate and beautiful, the way you apply your paint so delicately is a dream!

[Griffin]

Thanks!

[Roogna]

they are so stunning! love the poses too

[Thrice]

Those are **GORGEOUS**!!!

[BlackCurtains]

I don't read or watch GoT but even so, these are awesome. Love the look of the white one with the red accents and I'm obsessed with the eyes on the black one - gorgeous!

[MikeysGrrrl]

These are absolutely gorgeous!

[StrawberryMeadow]

I agree, and I drooled on DA, they're so, SO stunning. Literally works of art. I love this series and those ravens are so pretty *__*
Such delicate painting <3

Post Merge: September 01, 2014, 02:38:11 PM

I use a lot of water to create transparent layers and to lift off pigment before it's completely dry, sometimes in combination with drybrushing effects.

THIS! This is how I kind of "found" my (I guess) signature (?) eye style! I love lifting the paint back off, it's much more fun and pretty than the thick, chunky way I paint canvasses of 80's shows.

[Griffin]

Thanks so much, everyone!

I love the white and red colour scheme. I'm kind of itching to make more... maybe a red cardinal pony for Christmas? Or I could stick to birds native to my country and go with the bullfinch instead even if it's less vibrant.

[starrwolff]

I would love to own these both.. so beautiful!

[SunPony]

Those are beautiful!  I especially like the white one.  Amazing details on her!  I like how you added the leaves as a bit of color. 

I'm a corvid fan so I was bound to like them