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PsychedelicMind β€” The Dream Detective

Published: 2010-08-12 15:11:34 +0000 UTC; Views: 6985; Favourites: 247; Downloads: 80
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Lisa, a 10 year old girl, seeks help from Frank, a grumpy private detective, to find her missing Imaginary Friend Wicket. They work together & follow clues and trails through an increasingly dreary world until they find Wicket in the clutches of a nightmarish culprit who has been kidnapping imaginary friends for his own evil purposes.

Lisa: She is a timid girl who loves to paint. She spends a lot of time with her friend, Wicket. But when he disappears suddenly, everything in her world becomes grey and she realises she cannot paint anything anymore.

Frank: Being an Imaginary Friend himself, he works cases related to the dream world. He hates seeing injustice and the oppression of the weak, whether human or imaginary friend. He does his best to help those who come to him though he is not always successful. He drowns out bad memories with apple cider (Imaginary Friends can’t take liquor.)

Clarence: A gigantic, horrifying bully. He enjoys making people fearful and miserable.
He is an Imaginary Friend gone bad. His human abandoned him long ago and in revenge, he steals Imaginary Friends from children to make them experience his loss.

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Part of an illustrated proposal I wrote as a pre-selection test for my application to RMIT. The interview went quite well. I think the lecturers liked the idea, but they also cautioned me that it might be a bit too big to handle for a 4 month one-man project. So were I to actually create this as an animation (or whatever else), I've gotta figure out a way to streamline the story and all other elements within and make it work within the time constraints (e.g. technically speaking, I'm not quite sure how i'd really make Clarence work. haha... my brain fuses thinking about it.)

(And yes, Franque makes a cameo appearance in this potential project! I... I don't know why I keep picking him~ I love him so~ I thought it'd be fun to see him come to life properly. He'd be interesting to animate, especially with his birdy look~ )

Anyhow, I'm still figuring things out on my part as I've got rather a lot of free time now, waiting for school to start at the beginning of next year (don't ask, it's a long boring story). So inbetween looking for freelance work, reading, self-study, and re-looking at life, I've got to question myself about what I'm really concerned about in terms of subject matter. Something that I would truly be able to focus on when I start studying again.

And cooking. Goodness, I love cooking O_O Baking is like yay~! I went a bit crazy getting baking tools and stuff and imagining what to make and recipies to follow. For a few weeks, I forgot about being an artist. haha XD

obsessed. o___o

hope you all have been well!!! ganbatte everyone~!


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Comments: 59

ProfessorDetective [2017-07-01 10:12:57 +0000 UTC]

This NEEDS to be a book series or film or something.

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Arpeccop [2014-05-27 03:31:57 +0000 UTC]

Genious idea. Breathtaking pic.

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DeviantFredda [2014-04-16 12:56:54 +0000 UTC]

This is epic. I hope you'll finish the project some day.
(And the idea to hire a detective to find your lost imaginary friend made me smile. )

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KetchupClawz [2013-08-03 22:31:07 +0000 UTC]

that thing kinda looks like Ryuk.

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hellokittyluva [2012-12-07 22:29:16 +0000 UTC]

friken creepy ans sweet as hell luv this!!!

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AJSparrow [2012-10-27 19:51:28 +0000 UTC]

The sharp contrast between Frank and Clarence really helps this piece. Clarence seems more clustered, jagged, and vile. At the same time, Frank seems collected, smooth, and as illustrated by the gun, direct. This could make a fantastic tale but the illustration stands on its own just as well. Good job.

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ImaginationKing [2012-09-09 23:40:26 +0000 UTC]

Wow, really like the premise and concept for for that. Great pic too

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SeiuchiKing [2012-07-19 20:48:58 +0000 UTC]

that's a great story idea! 一緒に頑弡ろう!

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PsychedelicMind In reply to SeiuchiKing [2012-07-20 03:01:52 +0000 UTC]

thank you for the thoughts~~!

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hairypackman [2012-05-20 23:55:52 +0000 UTC]

This is a fun concept. Was it ever fully written?

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PsychedelicMind In reply to hairypackman [2012-05-21 05:34:29 +0000 UTC]

It was a test, a proposal. It didn't get developed further, but looking back at it now, it would be interesting to revisit and revise.

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hairypackman In reply to PsychedelicMind [2012-05-21 07:29:39 +0000 UTC]

If nothing else, at least make another pic to post...

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PsychedelicMind In reply to hairypackman [2012-05-22 13:51:58 +0000 UTC]

after my semester is over~~

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Ray-of-Afterlife [2012-04-08 18:23:12 +0000 UTC]

awesome drawing and love your story

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joel4145 [2011-11-30 00:42:49 +0000 UTC]

nice drawing

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chricko [2011-11-06 08:50:13 +0000 UTC]

Awsome<3

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Shush-Studios [2011-07-03 20:00:22 +0000 UTC]

Get him, Frank! Save Wicket! ...That does make me wonder, though. Whose imaginary friend is Frank?

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righteous0warrior [2011-05-17 03:39:30 +0000 UTC]

You should SERIOUSLY consider doing more art of that guy.

Maybe a few epic poses or something.

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Hyroar [2011-04-27 00:35:47 +0000 UTC]

That's "freaking" awesome and looks really crazy^^ great work.. something different.

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Sintonio [2011-04-09 17:35:43 +0000 UTC]

Really good drAWING

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DoctorEevee [2011-04-09 15:34:09 +0000 UTC]

Fff-
I want to read this.
The picture has a amazingly beauiful eerie atmosphere.

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Nicole-the-Echidna [2011-04-01 01:18:10 +0000 UTC]

Now THAT is awesome. Love the hues and tints of the grays and whites and blacks you used. Also the grotesque appearance of Clarence.

The story sounds really cool and I would enjoy seeing it, especially the character development of Clarence, he seems to have a story to tell. I fully support you undertaking this project and would love to see more!

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MindCircusMandrill [2011-03-19 10:37:07 +0000 UTC]

I love it, guy
Great job

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com1cr3tard [2011-03-16 14:47:52 +0000 UTC]

Wow, pretty cool dood!

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Cyphia [2011-03-15 14:16:15 +0000 UTC]

Wow, this piece caught my eye out of nowhere. It really blew me away, and then to hear the background story behind it! Wow! Awesome work! :3
BTW, I really like Frank. Birdy characters always looks so cool!

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BlackLightClan [2011-02-13 18:55:00 +0000 UTC]

That is one of the best story concepts I've heard in a long time! I can't wait to see it in motion, I would also like to see an actual novel about this! Great characters, their very likable and are well fleshed out. I can't give enough praise for this.

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Grassie [2011-01-17 20:14:19 +0000 UTC]

You have an absolutely beautiful mind, the characters and world you create with your art is childish and innocent in all the best ways.

Thank you

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chibimeli [2010-09-03 02:55:07 +0000 UTC]

quite scary but nonetheless very awesome work! ^^

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FindingOx [2010-08-20 22:58:16 +0000 UTC]

I think you should consider doing an illustrated story book in the future... definitely something to think aout

lol about forgetting being an artist! I'm a guy and I love baking/cooking, too

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Goldindragon [2010-08-16 05:37:22 +0000 UTC]

Woah. I'll just throw a little more admiration onto the pile.

Also, I like that the little girl seems more concerned about Wicket than the big scary loomy thing.

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breakthatfall [2010-08-14 21:01:43 +0000 UTC]

Holy shit I missed seeing your art.
suhweeeet

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L-Shades [2010-08-14 03:15:39 +0000 UTC]

I've missed your Dream Agents! That and how you can pull off sheer awesome with two colours or less Good luck for school and the project

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PsychedelicMind In reply to L-Shades [2010-08-14 12:32:27 +0000 UTC]

TTuTT thankies for encouraging words! will work on practicing and improving TTuTT

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L-Shades In reply to PsychedelicMind [2010-08-17 04:18:03 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome!

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larolfnus [2010-08-13 23:18:24 +0000 UTC]

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PsychedelicMind In reply to larolfnus [2010-08-14 12:31:48 +0000 UTC]

:hugs: how are you, fishy?? >3<

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larolfnus In reply to PsychedelicMind [2010-08-14 13:00:36 +0000 UTC]

Doing good~! School started and so did YOG Happy busy now~

How's my dear Panda doing? Cold there much?

HUUUUUUGS

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kingLoL [2010-08-13 09:08:51 +0000 UTC]

8DDD This is awesome! Love the story idea, can't wait to see what will come of it.
I see that you've been experimenting with some interesting brushes. Very nice brushstrokes.

Cooking is kind of like art, right? Except that you get to eat your creations at the end of the day. 8D

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PsychedelicMind In reply to kingLoL [2010-08-14 12:31:32 +0000 UTC]

XD hehe... cooking is edible art... fattening art too... O__O the calories and everything. goodness. no matter how wonderful a cake or a slice is, it is still fulla suuuugaaaaarrrryyyyy eviiiil.

glad u like it so far!

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Stephany-Q-Vin [2010-08-13 06:25:35 +0000 UTC]

Hey, Lindy! Good to see your picture again!

Baking in good, but forgetting that you are and artist? That's not.

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PsychedelicMind In reply to Stephany-Q-Vin [2010-08-14 12:33:36 +0000 UTC]

hey there, stephy~! :3 great to see u too! XD i... i seriously didn't do any art while i was baking XD it was a nice time out hahaa... for awhile~

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Stephany-Q-Vin In reply to PsychedelicMind [2010-08-14 12:37:17 +0000 UTC]

Guess we all need a break from being artists sometimes.

*goes to bake a cake*

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razorquick [2010-08-13 04:29:28 +0000 UTC]

nice work. my suggestion, try spicy indian recipies . they are really easy and immensely tasty.

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TTSnim [2010-08-13 04:00:46 +0000 UTC]

Baking *is* art Panda. Never forget that.

As for this.... ANIMATION? Yes want now plz! The only gripe I have, and it not a very good one, is the gun-thing Frank (Franque SQWEE) has. Some how that just doesn't seem creative enough. I don't know. Ignore me.

I love your style, as always. And I love the detail you put in to these while still having it look sketchy! It makes it PERFECT for that dreamy quality your characters demand to have. ^_^ I LOVE the swirls on Frank's coat. I WANT that coat! XD

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PsychedelicMind In reply to TTSnim [2010-08-14 12:29:47 +0000 UTC]

in fact, your gripe is a good one :3 good observation XD in fact, i spent no time thinking about the weapon. and this is a direct result, haha. but seriously, yes. thinking about weapons and accessories to accompany characters is important and demands some brain-time. and it is a good challenge (including other subjects like vehicles and buildings) cos they're things that are necessary to design when creating a world. so yay XD thanks for the critique.

i don't know if this thing will actually take off, but it has helped spark some hope for the future XD thankies for the comments! cheers!

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FrostKnight-IcE [2010-08-13 02:05:34 +0000 UTC]

Wow...haven't seen your art in a while, Lindy.

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DoomyShadowSquirrels [2010-08-13 01:33:18 +0000 UTC]

absolutely fantastic ^^

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PsychedelicMind In reply to DoomyShadowSquirrels [2010-08-14 12:33:53 +0000 UTC]

:3 thanks!

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WimblesTheCreator [2010-08-12 18:14:03 +0000 UTC]

Wonderful, dark and full of hope.

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PsychedelicMind In reply to WimblesTheCreator [2010-08-14 12:34:06 +0000 UTC]

^.^

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