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LuxDani — Save Me
Published: 2012-03-24 21:36:09 +0000 UTC; Views: 7426; Favourites: 788; Downloads: 248
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Every once and a while I paint something that I actually want to show to the world because I am so proud of it.This is one of those pieces.
Its a contest entry for for their Endangered Africa contest. I chose, obviously, the cheetah.
I aimed for those pleading eyes, those "save me" eyes.
The colours seem a bit off here on my computer, they're more golden-brown in real life.
Painted with acrylics on a 11"x14" canvas <3
Feedback is hugely appreciated
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wouao!!i got shiver looking at it! its like looking at a mirror ,or more like gaia consciousness ,,great work!!!
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You really captured the essence of the cheetah here. Those eyes are truly windows to its soul.
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Thanks! I'm still very pleased with the eyes, even though this painting is years old.
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How you've got the inspiration for this? Looks really emotional and beautiful
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It was originally for an endangered species contest, and I wanted to go with a pleading look. Other than that, it just kinda happened! Still one of my favorite pieces of mine <3
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Well, you definitely cought that look, that was the first thing I've noticed. And it perfectly match with the topic, you're genius! 
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Well the first bit of advice for painting on canvas, is don't be afraid to mess up. All you have to do is paint over it, and start again! 
I do have some pretty fine brushes, but making fine strokes comes with practice too. The larger your canvas, the less fine your details have to be (unless you are like me and detail the crap out of it anyway). It also does help to have some decent quality paints and brushes, I'm slowly building my supplies stock.
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I am very struck by the detail of the fur and eyes. You did a really wonderful job.
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Wow! Amazing work! Traditional medium is always the best for me no matter what!
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What a striking look ! That's a wonderful piece of art !!
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Utterly, utterly gorgeous. What a wonderful piece!
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This is beautiful... wow. Have you heard of the group [link] ? I think they would like this beauty. <3
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Wow. I daresay you paint animals better than Blotch/Screwbald realistically! I love the blending of the markings with the tops of the eyes. Brilliant!
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Beautiful and realistic! I love the light reflecting in his/her eye!
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Thanks! I was worried the eyes wouldn't turn out but I'm pretty happy with them
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Wow love this, the detail on the fur is great. Love the eyes.
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WOOOOOOOW!!!!!!!! AMAZING!!!!!! You achieved what you set out to achieve, and more!!
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Amazing job with the fur texture, and the eyes.
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Ah thank you! I'm really happy with the eyes
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You should have a good chance of winning this contest. Impressive work.
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Congrats and a well deserved win. Keep the amazing work up.
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