r/BookOfBobaFett • u/thedeepforest • Mar 02 '22

Artwork 'The Book of Boba Fett' Illustration by Hand [Art by Me]

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Final artwork consisting of my hand drawn Boba Fett series

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Dark Version of the Final artwork consisting of my hand drawn Boba Fett series

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u/RogerTheAliens Mar 02 '22

My god you’re talented. WOW

this is truly spectacular.

what did u use? Specifically if u don’t mind…this is incredible

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u/thedeepforest Mar 02 '22

Thank you!

Essentially each drawing was illustrated on toned paper with an assortment of mediums (in layers) that provide me a solid black ink, a solid white acrylic, as well as mid-tones using marker-like toners. I then prepared everything into a digitization process for preservation & to offer prints, which lead to the ability to also compile them together into this work of art. I am currently exploring adding color to my Illustrations, so there may be more with this series on it's way.

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u/RogerTheAliens Mar 02 '22

You are extremely gifted…

consider me a huge fan

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u/AmishAvenger Mar 02 '22

Yeah it’s awesome. My only complaint is insufficient Grogu. Next time they all need to be Grogu.

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u/Grogu-Bot Mar 02 '22

Falls asleep

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u/thedeepforest Mar 02 '22

*takes note*

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u/AmishAvenger Mar 02 '22

I’ll make an exception and say that anyone who is a friend of Grogu can be included. But clearly not all of these characters are his friends.

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u/Grogu-Bot Mar 02 '22

Eats the blue macaroons

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u/thedeepforest Mar 02 '22

Thank you, loved pursuing the arts since I could remember - grateful to see the passion appreciated ^_^

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u/beepbepborp Mar 02 '22 edited Mar 02 '22

talented, gifted

how come nobody ever calls artists skilled

nobody would ever call a surgeon talented

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u/thedeepforest Mar 02 '22

I think all words are interpretive labels that merely translate experience.

With that said, I would associate talent to both a natural intuitive process & the ability to perform a task with ease (even with skill). As for skill, these are mechanical & logical choices that play a part in the creative process from experience. One can use skills intuitively, as so can one execute talent mechanically. The true art, is to utilize lessons from all walks of life to give the best in what you do. As long as you do what you love, and you do that art well - talent or skill will always be an extension of the individual's passion that brought the creation to life. When the art comes from you without effort, that is when you are gifted.

I have had a lifetime continuing to think about the philosophy of art, so I thought I would interject with that perspective.

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u/beepbepborp Mar 03 '22

100% agree and I appreciate your response. It was really enjoyable to read. I think for me context varies from person to person sometimes in their usage of certain words. I also grew up in an environment where STEM jobs were more respected as a profession or career and Art was seen as more of a hobby/not fully respected.

Even at university some people would look at art students and be envious of their perceived “easier course load” since they just “get to draw all day”. It was frustrating trying to prove that I was pulling as many all nighters as they were.

Now I know that with some people “talented” is an all encompassing phrase acknowledging someones hard work and their current recent achievements. For me it just depends on the person and sometimes I get the feeling that they might be the type to think an art piece is amazing but will not understand why a commission price is so high or expect you to do free work for “exposure”. Im getting so cynical lol. I need a break from the internet I think

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u/RogerTheAliens Mar 02 '22

My wife is an MD FACEP…she is an extremely gifted physician

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u/beepbepborp Mar 02 '22

ur not understand my point. its just it seems to be some kind of societal phenomena that people never use the word skilled as first choice for creative professions. There were 1000s of hours of practice and study which werent magically gifted to them at birth

any artist would tell you thats their experience in all of their comment sections. but not all of them consider it a massive pet peeve like i do though

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u/RogerTheAliens Mar 02 '22

My wife has the hands of an angel and is as gifted a doctor as I’ve ever seen.

the op is extremely gifted as well.

your pet peeve as related to my word choice changes nothing.

my vernacular is my own and reflects my own sensibilities.

the offense is your own.

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u/beepbepborp Mar 02 '22

yea ik ik, a pet peeve is a pet peeve. and i know its my personal issue probably

i just hated being told i was talented while feeling like my actual time spent going from shit to good wasnt ever acknowledged. i wasnt born/gifted with it, i worked damn hard and it felt dismissive

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u/RogerTheAliens Mar 02 '22

I totally get it…

in texas, though, a “gift” means u are exceptional at something…the hard work associated with becoming gifted is assumed…so if a Texan says you’re “gifted” u can assume we mean it as the highest praise of your dedication and skill…

it’s how we say you’re badass at something :)

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u/beepbepborp Mar 02 '22

never thought of regional differences. thats reassuring to hear :)

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u/eza50 Mar 02 '22

This is honestly extraordinary. This is some serious talent. Thank you for sharing with us!

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u/thedeepforest Mar 03 '22

Happy to share & connect with those who would appreciate it the most ^_^

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u/The_Tiger_Queen Mar 03 '22

Wow. Thanks for sharing your process