This is by far your best drawing ever! ^^
Yes, it’s a true masterpiece… and I will write some words about it and explain WHY this is a true masterpiece.

First of all, it’s one of your largest artworks of all time. Yes, I know that you’ve done on a bigger board once… but not very often. This paper sheet is really huge and that’s the reason why you were able to put ALL the fine details and effects here. Of course, you can draw fine details much better on a large paper sheet.
Oh, did I say paper sheet? YES, it is! It is real paper… and these are REAL colours!! So, once again (and that’s not really a secret) this is a TRADITIONAL PIECE OF ART… and this automatically qualifies as “great” in my opinion. ^^
Ok, there are many great digital pieces around here… but hand-drawn artworks are not common these days and I can see how much time and love you’ve put into this.

I was the lucky one to observe witness and follow your artwork during the creation process. From the very first digital sketch stroke to the final sparkle effects… I was there. And it was great to follow you step by step… the first sketches… the first clean lines… basic colours… background… characters… effects. It has been a pleasure to follow and I’m happy that this masterpiece finally got to life! ^^

Let me start with the main character “DJ DARKFOX”, of course.
We can see that he’s just finished some laps in the pool… his muscles are still strong from swimming and some training in the water. I don’t have to point out the great anatomy and fine details again… we know that you are great at drawing this kind of muscles and anatomy. ^^
But still… all the attention to detail: The veins, the muscle strings, the fur… and everything looks wet and strong. The “wet fur” effects are outstanding! It is really well done and the fur looks highly believable. I like how exhausted DJ looks here… he has just gotten out of the pool… slamming his hands and claws on the ground… breathing hard and strong. His heart is pounding… and his hair and fur is dripping. His expression is a mix between being exhausted, being happy and proud of his body. Also, he DID recognize his friend Andre here… and he DID surely recognize that Andre is JUST ABOUT to get into the pool, as well… to join his foxy friend in the cool water. ^^
I can almost feel how heavy and strong DJ must be… just by looking at his hands… and how these hands are supporting his body… and how he’s resting on his powerful arms.

Andre is the character in the background and he’s surely looking at his friend in admiration. He does NOT have to hide, either… his body is equally well build and strong. But I like this little detail here: He’s licking his lips as he looks at DJ in admiration… and I’m sure he will take off his shirt in a second and jump right into the cool water… to have some fun with his friend. XD
Or maybe, he’ll just swim a few laps himself. Either way, it’s a lovely scene!!!
And Andre looks great, too. His body, anatomy, clothing and expression… everything is as good as DJ (just smaller).

Back to DJ again… his facial expression surely looks a bit exhausted but also very friendly and proud. He’s a proud beefy fox and HE KNOWS IT! :D
Furthermore, you have REALLY outdone yourself when it comes to special effects here.
I don’t know where to start… the light blue tone, which reflects the water on DJ’s white body… the swirling, wavy lines… which are also reflection effects from the moving water… the water… OMG, the water effects! I LOVE how you’ve done the water splats and drops on the stones. The drops look SO darn realistic! Great work with COPICS, coloured pencils and white pens. ^_____^
Seriously, the water drops are stealing the show… almost.
It is the best effect I’ve seen from you!!
Wow… that’s really awesome. And – not to forget – all the little sparkling “stars”… XD
I have to admit that these “sparkle stars” are a bit cheesy… but in a good way. I imagine a discofox or techno soundtrack playing in the background… while looking at this. XD
DJ is turning his head… water drops are falling through the air and then we can hear a “pling”… and we can see these stars………. XD *laughs*
It might be a bit cheesy BUT it is highly effective! I’m a sucker for such things and some people might give you a face palm here… I don’t.
^^
As a matter of fact, all the water drops, glitter stars, sparkles and wet fur effects… everything is done with so much love and attention to detail (AND DONE ON FU**ING PAPER!!!)… it is lovely.
Of course, the realistic effects can also be found when we check out DJ’s nose… lips… claws… they look very shiny and fleshy (not the claws, of course)!!

Last but not least… the background.
The background is also filled with lots of details… the moving bushes (we can also see some leaves flying around), the moving fluffy (happy) clouds in the air, the playful ball in the background (one of your trademarks), the sweet pool and the nice house… it’s all drawn very well and I like the perspective of the house very much.
But there is ONE aspect I love most of all: The warm summer feeling!
Yes, the bright colours and the shading and lighting indicate that we have summer (OK, you would not really use the pool in the winter…)!
Never mind, I love the warm colours. The overall feeling is warm and sunny and just great!
And that is why the background highly supports the overall expression of the situation here. It’s not “just there”… it is an important part.


Well, I guess I am done… there’s not much to add….. ^^”

I’m happy you shared this artwork with us.
And it really IS your masterpiece so far!

Take care and be well -
RC

I totally agree.
Its a masterpiece.
Now I will just sit here and stare at in in awe.

thanks <3

Theirs no to control it totally automatic

You know bro, your comments are always like reading the biggest and most detailed comments ever, as if it was a professionally written critique, thank you really much for your words, I am glad you noticed all those fine details in this pic and have joy exploring them. <3<3
And this artworks and skills would have not been possible without friends like you <3

^__^
Yes... I do love exploring an artwork.

Ooh, very nice. Definitely one of my favorite works so far! Here's to another 10 years of big buff foxes <3

I'll definetly try going for another 10 years, thanks <3

This is the best drawing you have ever done bro, I'd add more to this comment but Reptile has pretty much covered my bases

I'm glad you like it so much dear wuff bro, means a lot to me <3<3

Where is this pool? I need to join u

At Demi's home in the backyard owo

Sexy hunks!~

rawrrr thanks <3

I can not really say anything that has not already been covered, Lighting is bright and sets the mood, angles are spot on, and this was eye catching from the moment i saw it in my notifications.

I am very glad you like it that way too, thank you <3

Looks like they both have some heavy packages :D

Indeed they do ;)

Never skip cock day.. ^^

I need more of this in my life.

then get some more ;3

Absolutely beautiful work, Tobi. <3 I'm always amazed by your ability to use soft shading and additional light sources. I kind of miss working with marker, but I never had the patience that you have. It's incredible to see how you've grown as an artist, and how DJ has developed during that time! I'm so glad to have known you and hopefully we can stay in contact for a very long time. <3

Whatever happened to Ellie? Do y'all still stay in contact?

No worries we will stay in contact as long as you keep answering my e-mails since you dont use telegram or any other messenger anymore x3
And I am glad I was able to follow on your own progress as well, I am glad having you as an inspirational friend as well <3

About Elly, of course, I stay in contact with her too <3

Fantastic! Next time that you talk to her, tell her I said hi, miss her and Shinobi.

I will tell Elly, but I havent heard from Shino for ages, she is busy with her studies and as far as I remember she doesnt draw Anthro art at all anymore, at least she didnt the past three or foir years

Amazing and an instant fave!

Thanks, Greeniebeast <3

Thats one huge lean fox! what a beast!

Rawrrrrh ;3

Thank you ^^

runs over and gives the beastie a hug!

Incredible work on this one, you are truely a master of muscles <3

Its what I love to draw, thank you a lot <3

You never disappoint!

Well thank you u///u

Looking amazing bro -cuddles and gift you new weights, speedoes, and cake-

thank you x3

Your welcome buddy -cuddles-

Comes right out of the pool and he's still dryer than a piece of sandpaper in the Sahara. DRINK. SOME. WATER. DJ.

All jokes aside, looks awesome, dude. Don't need to say much else given a guy apparently submitted his fucking College thesis on this picture in the comments section.

^^^

topkek comment, +1

Haha no worries, Demi is all fine XD
And thank you, Reppy sure wrote a college thesis about it... afterall he watched the evolution of this pic and gave me a few tips, like Elly did <3<3

Demi is so hot
Awesome work

Thank you <3

Wow looks great such great muscle and vein detail in this one ^_^

Thanks my dear foxy <3

I really like the claw marks from his left hand by the edge of the pool that just add more to the realistic details to me.

I am glad even those small details are noticed, thank you <3

You are very much welcome I always enjoy details used to augment the realism of an artist artwork :)

It looks nice! :D

thanks <3

W-o-w.

Andre seems to have a nice view of where those shorts have slipped down, too. No wonder he's eager.

I also think this may be another inspirational picture of yours for my own bodybuilding IRL! Particularly for the shoulders, triceps, and pecs... The detail you put into these is so great, that even though I know it's impossible for a human to achieve, I find these motivational for my own workouts.

I am really glad that pic inspires you for your real life workouts, thats always great to hear my little free time hobby can cause such positive effects <3
Go ahead and keep on it, so you can do it ;3
And thank you really much ^^

That could be true x3

Looks like swimming soo tired him

After hundrets of meters of swimming round by round, of course x3

Rawr!~ hello~<3

hello :3

Heheh X///3~<3 "wagging bunny tail"~<3

Damn! Two Beasts with 0% Bodyfat and over 50% Mass of muscles as hard as steel!

well thank you x3

Those bodies ripped to shreds, every epic vein, every single detail of this pic is absolutely beautiful!!

I can only dream being this good!

Murr I think someday you will if you keep going ^^
Thank you really much for your words <3

Definitely wished this was a speedo. and definitely wished the crotch was more revealing. definitely a slab of meat i wouldn't mind digging into

silly xp
Where would be the suggestive teasing if his meat would always show to the viewer? ;p

a very detailed outline can be very suggestive. think of it like a tease ;p

Thank you really much, I hope so too <3

another wonderful work, bro <3 and your best yet, very fitting for your 10th aneversary pic!

Thanks a huge lot <3<3

Thank you really much <3<3

oh my goodness those nasty shorts never hold onto you. You need a speedo XD
This is most incredible piece of art you've done so far, i love how amazingly ripped and big Demi got and I'd love to explore every cm of that hooootfofox

Well, Speedos are too uncomfortable at times so some swimming shorts are much better x3
Thank you <3

Fantastic work, the details on this are amazing.

Thank you <3

very awesome work ^^

Thank you ^^

mhm ^^

soooooo handsome and sexy ... shame those shorts didnt completly come off, then that would be a very merry ( late) xmas gift. heres hoping to many more years of art and improvement DJ and PS if i ever had the money and you were open id commission you to draw my dragon, maybe with you but heh i dont see my self with that kind of disposable income

Well even so I dont take commissions x3
And why letting them slip off completely? that would take away the suggestive charm of the artwork ;3

well given the angle of the view your friend would get to see the good side, we would get to see the cleft of your white furry cheek hanging out of your shorts but regardless, its an amazing piece of work and a sight to behold

Awesome pic! You've come such a long way.

indeed, thank you ^^

You should give a shot at trying to redraw one of your old pics.

Well, I actually wanted to re-draw the first pic I ever did of Demi, but half a year ago I browsed through photos and art and got the idea for this nice piccy and it just didnt go off my mind x3
Maybe some other day I do something like "draw this again" ^^

Alright. Good job with this picture, BTW.

Thanks <3

So nice to see new art from you! I love the depth and detail in this piece. WOW!

Thank you really much <3<3

Amazing work as always. The view is very sexy from here.

Thanks a lot ^^

I guess it's first time I see Demi butt o//o
Awesome work as always =)

Hmmm... that might be actually true x3
Thank you a lot ^^

very amazing

thank you <3

You're welcome

Mmmph. Two handsome ripped beasts for the price of one!

I always figured that suit slippage problem would happen for suits where the tail went over the top.

Well, actually his pants have a tail strap, but it seems it popped open at the moment of him diving up x3

Andre seems to have much the same problem!

Haha couod be true x3

Very awesome.

Thank you ^^

Such a sexy work bro x3

Thank you <3<3

you're welcome

Rawr das ist so klasse, die zwei berstenden Muskelfüchse wie sie ihre gestählten Körper spielen lassen... Demie weiß ganz genau wie er auf Betrachter wirkt, wenn er so aus dem Wasser steigt, das Fell klebt an der gespannten Haut und alles ist rohe Kraft... und Andre mit seinen melonengroßen Armmuskeln und seinen endlosen Lats! <3

Murr freut mich dass die beiden dir so gefallen <3

@//@

yip? owo

>///> rawr.

Speechless? X3

Ripped like a phone book in the hands of a bodybuilder!
^ echoing the sentiments and compliments of reptile... I just gotta see Unk in shape like this someday!

Thank you really much <3
But sadly I think this wont happen because I wont take new commissions in the future ^^"

Just as well, as I'm quitting about every optional expense possible the next 4 years in order to get out of debt.

OMG....love this

Thank you <3<3

Admire the big muscles to DJ and Andre, looks great, awesome, good job

Thanks <3

Welcome

i would join there D:

Well, I'd let you join, the pool is big enough x3

*gasp*
:D yay

You did an awesome job on this, bud. I think i'd like to swim a few laps myself and then sunbathe in the warm climate and take in the sun rays as my scales sparkle from the water and shine in the sun. Maybe we could do a swim lap together, or hang out at the beach. ^^

And it seems that your fox friend wants to join you, as he is licking his lips in anticipation.

Haha thanks, maybe you could do that xp
And yup, Andre is about to tug Demi back into the pool just a few moments after this scene ;3

Gosh, are you guys bored or what? Its not wrong using references of poses that I like a lot, its not that I am the o ly one here doing this.

Dont give a flip on what they say. Its in the nature of art that artists create work from ideas and things they have seen somewhere else before. Combining these perceived things, memories and ideas with your skills and creating something so intense like this artwork here is the way art works :)

Thanks... Afterall I do this all here just for myself, I dont earn money with this and do this out of pure fun, I know its rare to find nowadays seeing artists doing traditional art with expensive media just out of fun, plus I dont trace but use reference art and/or photos at times, which is no crime, I just suck at thinking of good poses most of the times xp
And as long as the viewers like what I create, its all fine, it even motivates some to get better at art or tomactually work out which I would never have expected.

You know what, thats exactly what your artworks inspired and encouraged me to do! I'm collecting your works since I first saw them back int 2008 I think... well that was kinda when I not really had anything on my own and lived by my Parents. Today I have a Job and live with a partner, we made ourselves a little fitness room with a bench and a good amount of weights and try to work out regularly. I personally didnt came so far by working out but I think I will be much stronger at the end of this year ^^

You know thats also the reason why I asked you for a print of your artworks... I think one of them would be a great motivation for me and my partner in our fitnessroom ^^

very nice water effects, excellent job

Thanks a bunch >w<

np I always appreciate traditional work

This all looks very pretty and wonderful. Very nice work.
I'm starting to warm up on your muscled fox character DJ. He looks great.

Wow, incredible work!

love the glistening look you put in there, but more noticeably, the light reflecting off the water, drawing attention to your more defined features <3

OMG! 10 years!!. 10 years of lean and sexy fox muscle

Die ganzen Details auf dem Bild, rauben einem echt den Atem. Da kann ich länger davorstehen als vor so manchen "Kunstwerk" im Museum. Hammer Bild.

So geht es mir auch, ich stand mit offenem Mund vor diesem Kunstwerk. Da können echt viele Künstler einpacken.

I wish that I could meet you in real life. Your art has actually inspired me to work out to become like DJ and his pals. Your basically my hero.

Poolside? More like pool size. I love this art piece. If i was in the would i would need to hug this man for a long time and then ill just watch him swim

Such hot and hunky guys!

This might be one of the hottest and most beautiful drawings of a muscle fur.

Die pulsierenden Adern, die gigantische Arme, die übertriebenst definierte Brust...DJ Darkfox ist meiner Meinung nach einer der geilsten Charaktere auf dieser Seite.
Abgesehen vom Muskelprotz selbst kann man sich nur an den Farben und deinem Zeichenstil sattsehen. Sei es das Blau des Himmels (oder Demi's Haare), das Rot-Weiß der Badehose oder das Grün der Bäume (oder Andre's Shorts). Bravo!