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This is for every wound we lived through
For everyone who refused to succumb to pain
For everyone who had to deal with their own bodies betraying them
For everyone who sports the scars from noble deeds
For everyone who sacrificed their well-being for love and honor
For everyone who carries the light of hope, no matter how small it may be
For everyone who fights for what they believe in
For everyone who never gives up
For everyone who felt like their best wasn't good enough, but kept giving anyways
For everyone who refused to go quietly into the night
For those who had their hearts ripped out but kept going
For those who shoulder the weight of the world, day in and day out
For those who withstand the unjustified torments of others
For the wounded, the broken, the beaten, the bullied, the bruised and the battered
This is for those that endure.
A little something I needed to do for myself to help get me out of this funk.
Art © the one of many who just wont stay down, me
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So I had a near mental breakdown today, and I had to talk it out for a looong while with my Dad, and at 2am after finding out that I have instrumental synesthesia, I see this. I'm not sure at all what to say, except: thank you. You made this for yourself, but it's helping me and others as well.
I'm gonna do my best so that people won't have to feel in pain and confused. I'm going to let my dreams come forth. I won't let this just be words with no action.
I'm gonna do my best so that people won't have to feel in pain and confused. I'm going to let my dreams come forth. I won't let this just be words with no action.
awesome.
His pendant reminds me of this: http://unitednuclear.com/index.php?.....roducts_id=480
That one is green, but I have also seen them in blue and red.
His pendant reminds me of this: http://unitednuclear.com/index.php?.....roducts_id=480
That one is green, but I have also seen them in blue and red.
god damn Strype...you sure know how to make a piece fit with words and vice versa.
absolutely bad ass work on the details in the armor and lighting effects.
even a battle-hardened warrior like yourself needs a break.
those words there will forever ring true to me...especially the part "For everyone who felt like their best wasn't good enough, but kept giving anyways"
take care of yourself and keep up the stunning work
take a break if you need it, dont stress too much!
*Tanek*
absolutely bad ass work on the details in the armor and lighting effects.
even a battle-hardened warrior like yourself needs a break.
those words there will forever ring true to me...especially the part "For everyone who felt like their best wasn't good enough, but kept giving anyways"
take care of yourself and keep up the stunning work
take a break if you need it, dont stress too much!
*Tanek*
To be honest, I find myself constantly fighting the compulsion to quit and the little voices in the back of my mind that push to have me throw up my arms and quit. The images in my mind are never as good as what I can put to paper. I look at hundreds of other artists with envy for some of the styles I see, wishing I could emulate them, or have the same productivity of these artists who seem to be able to post a beautiful full colour image every other day.
I ain't as good as those guys......yet. And that's the key word, "yet". I just need to keep pushing with everything I got, practicing, learning, getting up the momentum, and it's actually painful to me when I go into dry spells. My mental state is practically dependent on my art.
So, I'mma keep workin myself outta this hole
I ain't as good as those guys......yet. And that's the key word, "yet". I just need to keep pushing with everything I got, practicing, learning, getting up the momentum, and it's actually painful to me when I go into dry spells. My mental state is practically dependent on my art.
So, I'mma keep workin myself outta this hole
hey, you're not alone, so dont beat yourself up too much man.
i look at the images i formulate in my head verses how they come out on paper and literally have had the urges to simply shred my work. im a traditional artist through and through. i envy artists like yourself who have dove into the world of digital and make pieces that are quite stunning (aside from the work you do, i envy your ability to make mech stuff...i've always wanted to do something like that).
there have been two times in my life where i gave up on art because i felt like it was never going to get any better. but each time i think its over, i find myself at it again, picking up a pencil and sketching some random piece of doodle that whether or not it turns out good is irrelevant.
you are a talented artist Strype, and you definitely hold up in the top artists (traditional or digital) here on FA. regardless if you dont see it now, or if it seems like you lack the ambition in your work, just remember you make a lot of people love art through what you have accomplished so far.
if anything, and regardless if it seems not really worth the effort, take a small break away from the art world ... even if it is a day or two...go out and enjoy a day to yourself and clear your head for a bit. i find if i sit at my desk all day sketching then take a walk, i usually find it relieves a bit of the artistic stress to allow me to come back and sit down and continue with new energy.
if anything, dont quit...definitely keep pushing forward. you're a strong lad.
*Tanek*
i look at the images i formulate in my head verses how they come out on paper and literally have had the urges to simply shred my work. im a traditional artist through and through. i envy artists like yourself who have dove into the world of digital and make pieces that are quite stunning (aside from the work you do, i envy your ability to make mech stuff...i've always wanted to do something like that).
there have been two times in my life where i gave up on art because i felt like it was never going to get any better. but each time i think its over, i find myself at it again, picking up a pencil and sketching some random piece of doodle that whether or not it turns out good is irrelevant.
you are a talented artist Strype, and you definitely hold up in the top artists (traditional or digital) here on FA. regardless if you dont see it now, or if it seems like you lack the ambition in your work, just remember you make a lot of people love art through what you have accomplished so far.
if anything, and regardless if it seems not really worth the effort, take a small break away from the art world ... even if it is a day or two...go out and enjoy a day to yourself and clear your head for a bit. i find if i sit at my desk all day sketching then take a walk, i usually find it relieves a bit of the artistic stress to allow me to come back and sit down and continue with new energy.
if anything, dont quit...definitely keep pushing forward. you're a strong lad.
*Tanek*
Emulate their style? Why? You have your own and I dare you to show me ONE who can make pictures as deep and detailed as you do. I dare you to find ONE who can make art which simply can't be forgotten over and over again.
No, Strype - you should not look at them with envy. You are yourself, you make great things which are your own in style. And they are great. Your best is enough in my opinion. Period.
No, Strype - you should not look at them with envy. You are yourself, you make great things which are your own in style. And they are great. Your best is enough in my opinion. Period.
Yeah, just listen to what Raavi said.. you are awesome, your images have a huge following because many of us sometimes feel as you do, and your images help externalize that, and makes us feel better afterwards. No need to be like other artists, BE YOURSELF!! and take inspiration on the work of others to better your art.
Last week at work was so stressful and full of crap i felt like caving in my bosses' face, and this image really helped me deal with that the moment i saw and read the text, so come next Monday it will be a "Come at me, Bro" attitude, that no matter how much crap is thrown at me i will rise and keep on walking.
Last week at work was so stressful and full of crap i felt like caving in my bosses' face, and this image really helped me deal with that the moment i saw and read the text, so come next Monday it will be a "Come at me, Bro" attitude, that no matter how much crap is thrown at me i will rise and keep on walking.
I liked this quite well as mere inking, but the dramatic use of color and lighting in this piece makes it even more remarkable (not that I expected less; I simply hadn't expected this per se).
You've done excellent work here. I'm glad it came together for you, and that things are starting to move forward.
You've done excellent work here. I'm glad it came together for you, and that things are starting to move forward.
Whoa.. really well done.. love all the detail int eh battle damage.. I never thought of doing those little inner lines in the bullet looking damage.. the way the shine from that pendant on the metal is also great. Added the spark detail and corner shine of the containment shows its reflection on the armor. Lots of great detail. Thanks for the really Great art.
"What was that, Sir?"
"Something I read once. Stuck with me. You read anything, soldier?"
"Nothing that deep, Sir."
"When we get back, I'll give you a couple of books. Read them."
"uh... Yes, sir...."
*Alert klaxon* "All marines prepare for drop... All marines prepare for drop..."
"Show time in twenty! Twenty t'we drop! All troopers go dark until you are on the deck! Lights Out!"
**Fade to black.
"Something I read once. Stuck with me. You read anything, soldier?"
"Nothing that deep, Sir."
"When we get back, I'll give you a couple of books. Read them."
"uh... Yes, sir...."
*Alert klaxon* "All marines prepare for drop... All marines prepare for drop..."
"Show time in twenty! Twenty t'we drop! All troopers go dark until you are on the deck! Lights Out!"
**Fade to black.
From one warrior to another "Never falter, Always resist!" *With a proud Cheetah Stands from his open cockpit of his Custom high mobility Zaku 2. Arm and fist across his chest as salute to those who have fallen and those that continue to fight and live on. "Always remember You have allies where you least expect ^_~" He roars proud as she reenters his Zaku. With a closing of his cockpit the mono eye flash its, "Bwung!" as its fist clinches, with a blast of force and light the Mobile suit burst towards the fight. For his honor, and his glory for the republic he stands for.
"Know fear! Know that you stare down the pride of Zeon, The Lightening! RAWR!!!" His custom double barrel Machine Open open a hell of bullets, and Missiles burst from his legs.
"Know fear! Know that you stare down the pride of Zeon, The Lightening! RAWR!!!" His custom double barrel Machine Open open a hell of bullets, and Missiles burst from his legs.
We are the ones who stand before the hordes.
We are the ones who march into the darkness with no fear.
We are the ones who will never back down.
For we are the line that must hold,
so that you might live to see the dawn.Awesome work Strype. I know this if for more than just my kind, but I can't help feel that many soldiers like me would appreciate the picture and the words. After all, thousands before us have fought with every scrap they had for one reason or another, and many more join us every day.
Grats on yet another amazing piece of art. *salutes*
Strype, Your art has always been nothing short of astonishing and I thank you for your contribution to the world.
I have to be honest that this piece and the words that were comprised with it really brought me up from a dark place myself, I am in our countries armed forces, Navy to be exact, I have been on a constant away from all that I love, my friends, my family, my wife... in five years I have been on five deployments, roughly eight months out of each year, i have been away from home, as we speak right now I cant even say that I am on US soil.
And when I return from these long endeavors, putting my life on the line to continue to endure the freedom of our country, i get no reward of even a "thank you for your service" from most. There are a few that do recognize the hardship, but most don't.
Thank you for your art and inspiring words, after all the operations and danger that I have been through serving on this war vessel, with the Navy SEALs, conducting counter drug operations, and having been under fire to protect my country and its people, I thank you for what you do, keeping the peace on the home front, keeping us supplied with your quality talent
So thank you for your service to us all Strype.
I have to be honest that this piece and the words that were comprised with it really brought me up from a dark place myself, I am in our countries armed forces, Navy to be exact, I have been on a constant away from all that I love, my friends, my family, my wife... in five years I have been on five deployments, roughly eight months out of each year, i have been away from home, as we speak right now I cant even say that I am on US soil.
And when I return from these long endeavors, putting my life on the line to continue to endure the freedom of our country, i get no reward of even a "thank you for your service" from most. There are a few that do recognize the hardship, but most don't.
Thank you for your art and inspiring words, after all the operations and danger that I have been through serving on this war vessel, with the Navy SEALs, conducting counter drug operations, and having been under fire to protect my country and its people, I thank you for what you do, keeping the peace on the home front, keeping us supplied with your quality talent
So thank you for your service to us all Strype.
I know you're not big on responses, but I have a technical question! What kind of brush/brushes do you use for the subtle texturing on the metal surfaces of the armor? I can kind of conceptualize how you did the highlights and the eye-catching aspects, but the little details in the negative spaces have me curious.
Dude, I could not have found this at a more poignant time....
I've been fighting like hell to keep all the ground I've gained this year. And I'm doing a pretty good job of it, most days.
But something happened today that rattled me pretty bad. My uncle, for reasons related to severe psychological illness, stabbed himself thirty-four times with a small kitchen knife this morning. By some miracle he's not dead; he needs a boatload of stitches but the prognosis is good I'm told. I was glad to be around to clean up my aunt's house after the police were done so she didn't have to come home from the hospital to face a bloody mess, whatever happened, as I'm not squeamish about this kind of thing generally. But all I could think the whole time was " Man.... that was almost me so many times over the years. I was so close to doing something like this, so many times." But actually being in the aftermath, I will always remember what it's like for those left behind. That alone is enough to make me stick it out whatever it takes from this point on in my life.
Whatever It Takes.
After I was done next door, I came back home looking for anything to distract me, so I started sorting through the thousands of back submissions in my inbox. I don't clean up as often as I'd like, but I'm always afraid I'll miss something good if I hit "nuke". And I saw this.
Thank you for sticking it out too, Strype. Your art is frequently inspiring to me, and it's always a pleasure to happen across a piece like this.
I've been fighting like hell to keep all the ground I've gained this year. And I'm doing a pretty good job of it, most days.
But something happened today that rattled me pretty bad. My uncle, for reasons related to severe psychological illness, stabbed himself thirty-four times with a small kitchen knife this morning. By some miracle he's not dead; he needs a boatload of stitches but the prognosis is good I'm told. I was glad to be around to clean up my aunt's house after the police were done so she didn't have to come home from the hospital to face a bloody mess, whatever happened, as I'm not squeamish about this kind of thing generally. But all I could think the whole time was " Man.... that was almost me so many times over the years. I was so close to doing something like this, so many times." But actually being in the aftermath, I will always remember what it's like for those left behind. That alone is enough to make me stick it out whatever it takes from this point on in my life.
Whatever It Takes.
After I was done next door, I came back home looking for anything to distract me, so I started sorting through the thousands of back submissions in my inbox. I don't clean up as often as I'd like, but I'm always afraid I'll miss something good if I hit "nuke". And I saw this.
Thank you for sticking it out too, Strype. Your art is frequently inspiring to me, and it's always a pleasure to happen across a piece like this.
I love this picture and you're right shows that we live and we do not give
...for everything there is possibility
...there is opportunity for all
...time for all
...for all is life and death
...Everything is Possible
no one works for your life no one protects your life
your life and you soul is going by yourself
here we
your works are the best inspiration enough :)
...for everything there is possibility
...there is opportunity for all
...time for all
...for all is life and death
...Everything is Possible
no one works for your life no one protects your life
your life and you soul is going by yourself
here we
your works are the best inspiration enough :)
Anway Corp.
the only way is the technology of tomorrow for life tomorrow 
Reminds me a bit of Gypsy Danger from Pacific Rim. http://www.pacificrim-movie.net/med.....nfo_art_02.jpg
You know... I find it strange that I happen to randomly click this image after undergoing some of the toughest shit I've faced yet... You've got some serious fire, tiger. I've probably already commented on this piece somewhere, but thanks for posting it to begin with. You're a damn good reminder. God love you for that.
I know this is silly, but this reminds me of when Noble Team extracted Cortana. The indescribable sacrifice and enormous cat-and-mouse to flee, lives given freely in the name of continuing an entire species. Though not exactly worn at the neck, though.
The custodian and her courier. A moment I like to think is worthy of the best of cinema, but sadly this gem of a story is often forgotten and it would seem few experienced it.
https://youtu.be/_C8AQmEgPno
A magnificent piece of art from a so very talented artist, I hope I wasn't too much of a nerd. The Seventh Column will return! ^---^
The custodian and her courier. A moment I like to think is worthy of the best of cinema, but sadly this gem of a story is often forgotten and it would seem few experienced it.
https://youtu.be/_C8AQmEgPno
A magnificent piece of art from a so very talented artist, I hope I wasn't too much of a nerd. The Seventh Column will return! ^---^
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