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"Kitchen Lesson"

"Kitchen Lesson", created in Procreate.

Though this piece was initially completed as a warm up, I finished it sooner than expected; it also provided several solutions to few art dilemmas I've recently faced, primarily how to distinguish the initial modeling phases from a final render.

"Upon the Garden Steps" Narrative Oil Study

For majority of January, I dedicated most of my time to a complete 18x24" oil painting in preparation for a showcase early next month, though I'm not highly satisfied by the results...I suppose I should be thankful it revealed several gaps in my abilities, but I wish I could've completed it sooner to apply the lesson to a different piece rather than indefinitely attempt to correct mistakes; for my own sanity and satisfaction, I need to paint at smaller scales to avoid another arduous, month-l...

"Kitchen Lesson" wip

Another complex narrative I've chosen to gradually complete as a warm up while I finish a larger, traditional painting, though it may be finished sooner than anticipated...

Boy Portrait Invention

My first attempt to depict a young protagonist for a new story I plan to write once Project B.E's first draft is finished, though I failed to accurately capture his likeness or proportions...

I've started to work on a new Ursine illustration, however, most of my time's been dedicated to completing a large oil painting for a competition in early February.

As always, I deeply appreciate your patience and support,

Soic

Far Cry Home

Formerly called "The Dreamer", I opted to repurpose a formerly unused name, originally intended for "Homeward Reach"

"Natural Order"

A narrative illustration of Songa and a young Alo in Keenda's Weald, created in Procreate.

Opportunities for visual symbolism and allusion in narrative illustrations far exceeded my expectations: in the earliest phases,  it oddly felt like to a short-story's development, though I'm unsure if a detailed explanation should be given or if it's better left to others' interpretations, however since it's 2023's final piece, I'd like to shed insight on the most prominent themes.

A p...

Female Portrait

An 11x14" female portrait drawn in graphite, completed as a warm up.

Nature's Order wip

I'm excited to share more about the inspiration and visual symbolism for this piece; since I'm no longer limited to single figure imagery, I can finally explore subtle, nuanced narratives, though it will  naturally require more time than usual.

Your patience is deeply appreciated,

Soic

Ursine Chief Portrait

A conceptual portrait of Keenda's Chief, drawn with graphite on 11x14" Strathmore paper.

Digital Alex Venezia Study

Though I'm unable to study directly at the best ateliers and academies, I should at least try to emulate proven painters while I await an opportunity; perhaps in hindsight, once I've learned from artists I highly esteem, I'll realize the benefits from my solitary practice, but I currently want little more than to experience a comprehensive education...

So my academic "hiatus" concludes:  I'm excited to resume my fantastical work and test my, hopefully, newly acquired skill.

Landscape Study

A landscape study painted with oil on 21x9' gessoed paper.

Clearly I need more practice, though I believe my physical application of the paint may responsible for most of the visual flaws; I may need to experiment with different techniques...

Kekoa Portrait, Project TEOS

An academic study turned portrait for one of Project's TEOS more prominent, Polynesian characters, drawn with graphite on 11x14" Strathmore 400 paper.

I appreciate you patience while I work through my academically focused queue; they've taken more time than usual since I've delved into landscapes and narratives in preparation for the next illustration series, though the last two should be finished within the week.

Thanks again for your continued support,

Soic

Female Graphite Portrait

An 11x14" female portrait, drawn with graphite on standard paper.

Landscape Study

A 12x9" Landscape study, painted with oil on oil paper.

The Dreamer, Piano Melody

This song needs a more original name...hopefully one comes to me.

The Grievances

A narrative illustration for Project Lullaby, created in Procreate.

"The Grievances" depicts Magano afore three intertwined serpents, each eager to extinguish the lone,  azure light and marks the end of a four part series featuring the Tarrfi; together, I believe they successfully capture the bizarre, feverish, atimes hellish atmosphere prevalent in Magano's journey to best his greatest adversary...

Though I'm eager to begin a new series for a different project, for the sake ...

"The Grievances", wip

Male Figure Study

A male figure study, drawn with graphite on standard paper.

Male Graphite Portrait

A male portrait, drawn with graphite on stand paper.

Female Figure Painting

9x12" female figure study, performed with oil on gessoed paper.

Female Oil Portrait

9x12" portrait painted in oil on oil paper.

Enter, the Challenger

I'm unsure if I've ever mentioned it, but, since I was child, I've always loved Pokémon; even before I realized how restrictive and limited my life was, the idea of exploring the world alongside friends in pursuit of greatness always captivated me. As I grew older, I thought my fascination in the franchise would inevitably wane, but ideas I'd like to contribute still excite me...perhaps I'll pursue them someday when my stories have been successfully written and launched.

I'm g...

Magano Illustration Timelapse

Magano Illustration

An illustration of Magano, Project Lullaby's main protagonist, created in procreate.

Despite my intermittent doubts and frustration, this piece feels like a successful culmination of all I've learned; it may be my new favorite.

As always, I deeply appreciate your patience and support,

Soic

Female Portrait

Magano Portrait WIP

Angler Sketch

I finally completed the angler Ursine's page and managed to feature their offspring.

Tonal Study of Kimball Geisler

A small study of one of my favorite contemporary landscape artists, painted with oil on 9x12" oil paper.

Tarrfi Illustration II

Though completed relatively quickly, I thoroughly enjoyed this piece's process and the opportunity to experiment with a few new methods/concepts; hopefully its felt through the final image.

Thanks for your continued patience and support,

Soic

Tarrfi Illustration wip