
Ace the jackal and Kristania the ringtail cat, exploring the jungles of Iriomote Jima together (a little island thats part of Okinawa, south of Japan). Surprisingly, they come across a friendly wildcat - a yamamayaa (also known as iriomote yamaneko, or iriomote mountain cat, which are extremely endangered, and there are estimated less than 100 left in the wild), and another watches on cautiously from nearby...
I did this piece as a gift for my wife
ayukawataur, and the characters Ace and Kristania (aka Misty) belong to her and I.
The art was done with micron pen and acrylic paints on 11"x14" illustration board.
Overall time taken about 55-60 hours.
I did this piece as a gift for my wife

The art was done with micron pen and acrylic paints on 11"x14" illustration board.
Overall time taken about 55-60 hours.
Category Artwork (Traditional) / All
Species Unspecified / Any
Size 950 x 1200px
File Size 409.6 kB
i quote my lj here:
'i am very much impress and pleased with the final work. every thing from the atmospheric perspective, the detail of the native flora, the characters ace & kristania, and the yamamayaa. all of it is beautiful. she has capture the feel of a jungle perfectly. better than any other i have seen in the past. and, she has manage to bring to life the concept i had, ace & kristania, two very important characters of ours, meeting the ancestors of my avatar, the ayukawataur. and, in a very loose yet direct way, having a form of string tied from her to them.
there is no way, other than being able to have a pet yamamayaa here, that i could be more pleased with this. she has, again, done far more than i did think was possible.'
'i am very much impress and pleased with the final work. every thing from the atmospheric perspective, the detail of the native flora, the characters ace & kristania, and the yamamayaa. all of it is beautiful. she has capture the feel of a jungle perfectly. better than any other i have seen in the past. and, she has manage to bring to life the concept i had, ace & kristania, two very important characters of ours, meeting the ancestors of my avatar, the ayukawataur. and, in a very loose yet direct way, having a form of string tied from her to them.
there is no way, other than being able to have a pet yamamayaa here, that i could be more pleased with this. she has, again, done far more than i did think was possible.'
Sweet! We actually had a nature trail at my old elementary school I went to for the first time in 10 years back on Wednesday. It was overgrown, run down, but I could still remember the paths and it was fun to trek it, until I fell into a big hole while focusing on my camera. ^^
Hiking is so much fun and Costa Rica sounds simply much more epic lol! Glad to hear you had fun and it left an impression. :)
Hiking is so much fun and Costa Rica sounds simply much more epic lol! Glad to hear you had fun and it left an impression. :)
If you didn't know already, I've already said it... But this picture is just jaw-dropping. You've paid so much attention to detail, it's almost hard to even believe your eyes... This is beautiful.
I'm not lying when I say that this is the best picture I have seen from you, and one of the best picture I've seen to date. Just looking at it makes me wish I could be there with them..
Kristina has a very pretty face. I never really noticed that... No offence ^^;
Again Kacey, this is amazing! =D
I'm not lying when I say that this is the best picture I have seen from you, and one of the best picture I've seen to date. Just looking at it makes me wish I could be there with them..
Kristina has a very pretty face. I never really noticed that... No offence ^^;
Again Kacey, this is amazing! =D
your paintings never cease to amaze me-- you have a wonderful grasp on lighting and color. you certainly know how to bring a picture to life! the sketch was awesome as well, but this really is alive and lovely. i find it nice that you can put a lot of emotion into your art, as well as craftsmanship and plain-ole skill (:
«Overall time taken about 55-60 hours.» @_@
«(also known as iriomote yamaneko, or iriomote mountain cat, which are extremely endangered, and there are estimated less than 100 left in the wild)» It's sad to know that our mere presence on Earth can threaten a whole ecosystem (but I do not want this comment is a sign of fate).
Otherwise, this design is a marvel. ;)
PS: Sorry for my English. ^^'
«(also known as iriomote yamaneko, or iriomote mountain cat, which are extremely endangered, and there are estimated less than 100 left in the wild)» It's sad to know that our mere presence on Earth can threaten a whole ecosystem (but I do not want this comment is a sign of fate).
Otherwise, this design is a marvel. ;)
PS: Sorry for my English. ^^'
This is one of the most beautiful drawings I've seen here on FA. There is just so much detail in all areas of the picture. From the fine details in the foreground to the abundant and diverse vegetation and rock formations in the background, everything is just so stunning.
Oh, and this drawing has a Jackal too, one of my favorite Canid species :D
Oh, and this drawing has a Jackal too, one of my favorite Canid species :D
Thank you =)
I don't think it has much relation to the ocelot, any more than most wild cats have to one another - they do look somewhat similar..
I think they are a more primitive version of wildcat - having lived on an island that until the last 50 years or so was undisturbed by people, so I think the island itself has a rather unique ecology, though it seems typical of tropical regions.
I don't think it has much relation to the ocelot, any more than most wild cats have to one another - they do look somewhat similar..
I think they are a more primitive version of wildcat - having lived on an island that until the last 50 years or so was undisturbed by people, so I think the island itself has a rather unique ecology, though it seems typical of tropical regions.
I don't know what it is about your style of art, but I absolutely love it. The lighting looks great (especially how you did the background), the perspective was well done with the little guy in the foreground, and details like wearing appropriate clothing, the backpack and the camera around her neck really add to the piece and make it greater than the sum of its parts. I think the girls' expressions are really cute, as so is the little guy's. I like the technique you used with the foliage, and the vegetation as a whole. This is a great scene.
oo oo oo!! they're outside THEy'RE OUTSIDE! they look really good outside! very awesome picture. I actually really dug on the dedication to the iriomote yamaneko. It made me go look them up ^ ^
GREAT JOB your characters look really alive in this picture. The background has so much going in it, I want to go visit!
GREAT JOB your characters look really alive in this picture. The background has so much going in it, I want to go visit!
=) Thank you
Since it is fluid acrylic, I apply it very much in the same way one would do with watercolor - it just has a different opacity and it layers as it dries, where watercolor mixes even after its dried once you get it wet again...
But generally its just acrylics thinned down with water applied with light washes.
Since it is fluid acrylic, I apply it very much in the same way one would do with watercolor - it just has a different opacity and it layers as it dries, where watercolor mixes even after its dried once you get it wet again...
But generally its just acrylics thinned down with water applied with light washes.
do you have to special order it or can you get it at the typical art store like Michael's? I'm sure it's better than using gauche (mix between acrylics and watercolor in essence of the way it flows and handles.) I had to use that crap in college and HATED it with a fiery passion! But i love to paint so much and my fav is oils but can't since i'm pregnant i can't since i would have to deal with paint thinner
Well, I don't think Michaels has a very good selection of art supplies, to be honest - I think they are more of a craft store than an art store - but most art stores should have it - I don't know what chains of art store are national and what are local, but I think maybe Pearl might be a national chain. I shop at Art Media which is a Portland chain. Or you could order the stuff online from DickBlick
When I paint with oils, I have begun using a non-toxic paint thinner/solvent - its called Turpenoid Natural - so that would be something thats likely safe to work with when pregnant or with kids around. Although the solvent is non-toxic, the paints themselves are still toxic so its probably good to do what you are doing and stay away from them for the time being.
I need to try gouache someday - I've wanted to for ages but I haven't bought myself a set yet. It just sounds so interesting!
When I paint with oils, I have begun using a non-toxic paint thinner/solvent - its called Turpenoid Natural - so that would be something thats likely safe to work with when pregnant or with kids around. Although the solvent is non-toxic, the paints themselves are still toxic so its probably good to do what you are doing and stay away from them for the time being.
I need to try gouache someday - I've wanted to for ages but I haven't bought myself a set yet. It just sounds so interesting!
55-60 hours, wow. I totally just found this randomly and it has to be one of the best pieces I've ever seen on this site. I'm so glad other artist's are willing to spend that much time doing this stuff, as opposed to wasting the day gaming or what have you. I myself have really started getting into painting, and I wouldn't be surprised if I have spent more than 50 hours on some works. Unfortunately they are not anthro/furry based, but I really do need to post them here after all the work I put into them. please keep doing this kinda stuff, It makes me happy!
I think I am drowning in the sheer beauty that is this picture. I have never seen something so lovingly crafted or beautifully executed. I can feel the characters' shared amazement and joy at finding such an animal out in the wild just from their expressions. I bow to your greatness, Kacey. I bow to it and go blind from the radience of your artistry.
That's perhaps the most detailed picture I have came across on this website if not others. The scenery is loaded with details and so beautiful, the characters are still fleshed out despite so much going on, and the colorization makes it complete like a masterpiece. I can't tell you how fantastic this truly is, you've must of busted yourself finishing this. Just brilliant work you have here.
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