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Published: 2013-02-26 03:53:50 +0000 UTC; Views: 17758; Favourites: 944; Downloads: 686
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Description Hey, guys! I'm back
So this is inside Canterlot, where the Elements of Harmony are housed (most notable in the season 2 premiere). As I was collecting references from the show, I realized that the original was somewhat influenced by the interior of a cathedral. So I gave the whole thing a renaissance architecture feel, or at least tried to.. could have turned out better, but oh well.
Speaking of which, some parts are kind of messy and ambiguous, and less refined in terms of realism. I admit, I am a bit rusty, haha Hopefully I'll get back into the swing of things though soon enough! But I must say, it feels great to start drawing again
This was an absolute monster to finish, though. Due to a metric crap tonne of trial and error from being bed sore from the pencil, completion time was 38 hours on and off for over a week~ new record! Done on 11x14 inch paper.
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MitoMN-Chan [2016-07-21 00:43:39 +0000 UTC]

Wow, it almost makes me forget this is a place from MLP...

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ZorenHector [2015-12-13 23:26:02 +0000 UTC]

Super awesome, looks like you have some knowledge about architecture styles, what do you have to say about the creative process behind the making of the castlle? what style(s) do you think was borrowed for the design?

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Antojo-Pony [2014-05-05 21:04:26 +0000 UTC]

Wow this is beautiful. I don't mean to hinder you but may I ask for your permission to use this as a cover image for story I'm writing? I'll credit you as the artist and link to your work.Β 

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CrazyGraeHawkatoo [2014-03-29 20:50:11 +0000 UTC]

Motherfucking awesomeness like an awesome boss of awesomeness-fucking awesomeness.

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TheRosyPinkPrincess [2013-12-20 22:38:18 +0000 UTC]

BeautifulΒ 

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PonyMystic [2013-09-13 19:32:39 +0000 UTC]

This. Is. In. Credible.

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GalacticArtz [2013-06-16 13:25:05 +0000 UTC]

Bro, Very awesome job you've made! May we collab in the future someday? I really need a background artist for the upcoming MLP movie.

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josh-5410 In reply to GalacticArtz [2013-06-18 18:28:56 +0000 UTC]

MLP movie?? WHAAAAT Sounds awesome! But also seems very demanding.. so I don't know.. I don't have much time to myself these days, and chances are I won't I'll be able to keep up with you guys. Sorry, man. Besides, I'm sure there are more competent artists out there that you can find, haha. Good luck!

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GalacticArtz In reply to josh-5410 [2013-07-13 15:34:47 +0000 UTC]

Thanks for the help Will credit you in, if I use one of your backgrounds.

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kitsinu [2013-05-19 21:53:13 +0000 UTC]

Great! This even has the stained glass windows. I have always been interested in what is on those windows, so this is a big bonus to the piece.

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josh-5410 In reply to kitsinu [2013-05-20 23:36:48 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! Those windows took a lot of effort, so I'm glad you appreciate them

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AbsolutelySourKiwi [2013-05-18 17:23:32 +0000 UTC]

Nice! Check this [link]

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TheSarcasticBrony [2013-05-17 06:26:32 +0000 UTC]

The medieval flair is fantastic!
This really gives such a feeling of grandeur and age to the Palace not even British castles have

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josh-5410 In reply to TheSarcasticBrony [2013-05-20 23:34:16 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! Glad you like it

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Chibijoshua [2013-05-16 08:42:34 +0000 UTC]

Your killing me here!!


I'm dying from the beauty!!

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josh-5410 In reply to Chibijoshua [2013-05-17 06:11:13 +0000 UTC]

I'M SORRY I DIDN'T MEAN TO, I SWEAR

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Chibijoshua In reply to josh-5410 [2013-05-17 06:13:19 +0000 UTC]

Tell my family... I love them... and that you murdered m... .....

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MissFlight [2013-05-11 17:57:27 +0000 UTC]

This is a great study of the Cantertlot Halls, well done! I especially love the detailed marble pillars...oh, and how could I forget the banners!

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josh-5410 In reply to MissFlight [2013-05-12 21:28:11 +0000 UTC]

Haha thanks! I appreciate it~ The pillars took a lot of trial and error to get it right.. glad you like it

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benjaminpotter [2013-05-10 10:46:52 +0000 UTC]

beutiful work well done its like im actualy there.

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josh-5410 In reply to benjaminpotter [2013-05-12 21:26:11 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! I appreciate it; it's what I go for.

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benjaminpotter In reply to josh-5410 [2013-05-14 07:42:56 +0000 UTC]

good work and i look forward to favoriting more in the future

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vest [2013-04-24 06:18:54 +0000 UTC]

Seriously man, huuuuuge ups to this image right here. I just love how this one turned out! So much amazing texture and perspective detail in this, I am just in awe! In awe! In absolute awe!

Whew man, all sorts of fantastic here man. Great job!

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josh-5410 In reply to vest [2013-04-26 18:57:12 +0000 UTC]

Haha thanks! I really appreciate it. Glad you like my stuff!

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fabthemiller86 [2013-04-16 18:19:48 +0000 UTC]

Ponies are great architects.

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josh-5410 In reply to fabthemiller86 [2013-04-18 04:18:57 +0000 UTC]

You bet they are! What with their fancy magic and whatnot, haha

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RusReality [2013-04-09 11:38:52 +0000 UTC]

How much time?

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josh-5410 In reply to RusReality [2013-04-10 04:11:39 +0000 UTC]

Time spent drawing this? 38 hours over a week or so

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MrPhresh [2013-04-02 18:42:31 +0000 UTC]

I can imagine Walking through there, The cool marble under my feet.
Beautifull.

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josh-5410 In reply to MrPhresh [2013-04-10 04:10:23 +0000 UTC]

Thanks! Glad you like the realism I attempted

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Werewolfnate [2013-03-17 21:11:25 +0000 UTC]

I'd say that the construction appears to be late Romanesque with elements of early Gothic architecture, with it's use of stone ribbed groin vaulting and single story structure, along with the tall stained glass windows.

....

FRIKIN' ART HISTORY >

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josh-5410 In reply to Werewolfnate [2013-03-19 00:33:12 +0000 UTC]

You know your stuff, sir! lol

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Werewolfnate In reply to josh-5410 [2013-03-19 00:45:06 +0000 UTC]

XD I may be wrong
It might be english gothic.

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attack193 [2013-03-08 06:30:08 +0000 UTC]

WOW =O

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josh-5410 In reply to attack193 [2013-03-09 05:42:47 +0000 UTC]

Lol thanks

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attack193 In reply to josh-5410 [2013-03-09 07:39:37 +0000 UTC]

No, thank YOU for gracing my eyes with such splendor!! XD (I'm only half joking!)

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Rettro [2013-03-08 00:10:37 +0000 UTC]

Glad you're back man. I love your works, especially from an architectural standpoint. Speaking of which...

"gave the whole thing a renaissance architecture feel, or at least tried to..."

*puts on architecture student hat*
- Main columns are monolithic. Renaissance columns tended to be multi-parted, attempting to appear as if tiny columns held up huge weights.
+ Columns are inset from the edges, meaning that the roof vault is separate from the actual walls. Good.
~ Columns support pointed arches, ending in clearstory windows. That's more European Christian than renaissance, but you can get away with it. They were technically the same time period.
+ Windows and arches all end in pointed arches. Good.
+ Uniformly sized vaulted ceiling with entrailed edges. Also good.

So, three +s, a ~, and a -. That brings you out as +2. I say successful.

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josh-5410 In reply to Rettro [2013-03-09 05:42:20 +0000 UTC]

Ah ha, just the architect I have been waiting for! I was waiting for this comment, since I actually drew this with you in mind. I'm glad it turned out successful. For the -, I was maintaining integrity in the original from the show. Changing it would have been too drastic of a change, if you ask me. Other than that, the terms you use are almost all foreign to me But man, you sure know your stuff, and I'm glad you think it worked out in the end

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Rettro In reply to josh-5410 [2013-03-09 06:07:26 +0000 UTC]

Yeah, I'm usually on every other day, but I've got midterms coming up next week and it's killing me. Just typed up 50 pages of notes for a class where the midterm on Thursday is worth 50% of my grade.

*sigh

but Friday starts spring break. I can't say I have big plans, but I do have plans, and you lot will see them.

Back on topic... I love it when people think so highly of my opinion like this I try to be a Jack (of all trades, since most people don't know the shorthand), but architecture is something I'm actually studying. For this image, you've gotten about as renaissance as you can get without changing things from the show. And you're right, Canterlot is a very renaissance town. Cloudsdale is Greek, and Ponyville is western midcentury surf. No technical term for that last one, and I don't feel like finding one since it's actually changing. If you look, the show starts with most of the buildings being white with wood crossbeams in the front and thatched roofs, but as the show goes on the buildings in the background become more and more unique and individual, even when unimportant. I love that. In fact, if you're looking for a next project, I've been kinda fascinated with the townscape behind... oh hell I forget who it was... but they were walking through Ponyville with all these decorations and tents put up everywhere... Eh, if you want me to I can find the actual episode number and whatnot, but the key take-away idea is the animators seem to care more about the background!

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The-Dark-Lord-Link [2013-03-07 09:09:47 +0000 UTC]

Epic detailing, truly amazing how you managed to bring out all the small details with pencil!

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josh-5410 In reply to The-Dark-Lord-Link [2013-03-09 05:29:01 +0000 UTC]

Glad you like it! It's too bad I couldn't find my .3 mechanical for this.. oh well

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The-Dark-Lord-Link In reply to josh-5410 [2013-03-20 05:10:38 +0000 UTC]

I'm sure if you did that, my graphic's card would give a puff and refuse to work anymore. Lol!

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Charlesdeleroy [2013-03-05 01:56:45 +0000 UTC]

That's one heck of a drawing

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josh-5410 In reply to Charlesdeleroy [2013-03-09 05:27:52 +0000 UTC]

Haha yup!

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BoyAmongClouds [2013-03-04 03:17:36 +0000 UTC]

Ooo..High Gothic architecture. I approve. The cathedral feeling is quite fitting.

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josh-5410 In reply to BoyAmongClouds [2013-03-04 07:15:31 +0000 UTC]

Thanks, man! I'm glad you think so.

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RainDeimos [2013-03-03 06:06:42 +0000 UTC]

Wow! Mad skills man! This is amazing!

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josh-5410 In reply to RainDeimos [2013-03-03 23:40:54 +0000 UTC]

Thanks, man! Glad you like it.

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MythicalNine [2013-03-02 17:49:27 +0000 UTC]

O.O
Can't find any words for how fantastic this is..

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josh-5410 In reply to MythicalNine [2013-03-03 03:02:43 +0000 UTC]

Lol thanks Then you can always use emoticons! lol

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