Tuatha De Danann
Celtic Mythology36 total reviews
Comment from Life is but a dream.
Cleo, thank you very much for your notes, I learned something new.
This image 'gnaws' at me. It is at once heavy in black and filtered lines but that helps to pop the face which is luminescent and glowing.
I do find under her chin and around the left side of her face somewhat messy....if you compare that with the marginal lines of the opposite side of the drawing you will see that too.
I like the way you have composed her...she is coming into the image and a bit more space at the right would have given her greater movement.
Alas that is all up to artistic prerogative and I bow to yours.
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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Cleo, thank you very much for your notes, I learned something new.
This image 'gnaws' at me. It is at once heavy in black and filtered lines but that helps to pop the face which is luminescent and glowing.
I do find under her chin and around the left side of her face somewhat messy....if you compare that with the marginal lines of the opposite side of the drawing you will see that too.
I like the way you have composed her...she is coming into the image and a bit more space at the right would have given her greater movement.
Alas that is all up to artistic prerogative and I bow to yours.
Comment Written 18-Dec-2017
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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Thank you very much for your encouraging review. :o)
Comment from Athenasmind90
I love this! She is mystical and glowing a true fairy like presence. She seems to be every where ,I like the darkness surrounding her. Lovely!
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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I love this! She is mystical and glowing a true fairy like presence. She seems to be every where ,I like the darkness surrounding her. Lovely!
Comment Written 17-Dec-2017
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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Thank you very much for your kind review. :o)
Comment from iPhone7
Very well done digital work of art Cleo. After reading the excellent commentary, this seems a most appropriate rendering of one of these "wee folks". I like the medium you used as it gives a mythical and magical look. The gold around the eyes is particularly eye catching. Well done Cleo ~ Steve
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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Very well done digital work of art Cleo. After reading the excellent commentary, this seems a most appropriate rendering of one of these "wee folks". I like the medium you used as it gives a mythical and magical look. The gold around the eyes is particularly eye catching. Well done Cleo ~ Steve
Comment Written 17-Dec-2017
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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Thank you very much, Steeve for your kind and very encouraging review. :o)
Comment from El-mundo
An interesting piece and narrative to accompany it describing who this person and people are, that by the sounds of it are now known modern day as "Leprechauns" or similar in Ireland. Good technique with the grainy black and white effect that makes up the hair & background, and the bright light face illuminates well and stands out boldly and contrasts well. The facial features are accurate and in good proprotion, and the green and yellow tinges to her features work well and add depth to the piece. Her eyes are bright and piercing, and good subtle shading has been applied well in relevant areas. Overall a lovely and creative piece - great work. :)
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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An interesting piece and narrative to accompany it describing who this person and people are, that by the sounds of it are now known modern day as "Leprechauns" or similar in Ireland. Good technique with the grainy black and white effect that makes up the hair & background, and the bright light face illuminates well and stands out boldly and contrasts well. The facial features are accurate and in good proprotion, and the green and yellow tinges to her features work well and add depth to the piece. Her eyes are bright and piercing, and good subtle shading has been applied well in relevant areas. Overall a lovely and creative piece - great work. :)
Comment Written 17-Dec-2017
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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Thank you very much for your through and encouraging review.
No, that is not a Leprechaun in modern days, but a kind of dwarf-fairy somewhat similar to Thumbelina.
Comment from karen zima
This is a very creative artwork. The face has a haunting look. The yellow color highlights her features very nicely and the background is extremely interesting.
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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This is a very creative artwork. The face has a haunting look. The yellow color highlights her features very nicely and the background is extremely interesting.
Comment Written 17-Dec-2017
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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Thank you very much for your kind and encouraging review. :o)
Comment from Raoul D'Harmental
Hi cleo85
This is a lovely creation with a well written description to boot. As a lover of myths and medieval history, I enjoy this immensely. Thanks for sharing it! R
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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Hi cleo85
This is a lovely creation with a well written description to boot. As a lover of myths and medieval history, I enjoy this immensely. Thanks for sharing it! R
Comment Written 17-Dec-2017
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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Thank you very much for your very encouraging review and your golden rating! :o)
Comment from seshadri_sreenivasan
I have no clue about the celtic mythology and folklore. After reading your interesting notes, I can feel that you have translated tit very well on tothe canvas. The work is has a feel of mystery and magic. Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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I have no clue about the celtic mythology and folklore. After reading your interesting notes, I can feel that you have translated tit very well on tothe canvas. The work is has a feel of mystery and magic. Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 17-Dec-2017
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2017
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Thank you very much for your kind review. :o)
Comment from Jean A Cormier
I would have known this was yours immediately without looking at the name- the trademark "Cleo" style for certain! Mysterious and compelling. I like the line your you've used to give the illusion of depth and features. A definite mystical feel with an overtone of Art Deco. You've given just enough tonal range to suggest depth in the features. Lovely! Jean
reply by the author on 19-Feb-2014
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I would have known this was yours immediately without looking at the name- the trademark "Cleo" style for certain! Mysterious and compelling. I like the line your you've used to give the illusion of depth and features. A definite mystical feel with an overtone of Art Deco. You've given just enough tonal range to suggest depth in the features. Lovely! Jean
Comment Written 18-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 19-Feb-2014
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Thank you Jean!
That is strange that you mention Art Deco. Others have mention it to. On this piece and on others. I haven't done it purpose; but the style seems to sneak into my work.
Comment from Dick Lee Shia
Impressive diagonal rendering as the texture helps in giving this artwork definition and interesting outlines.
Great initial impact.
Innovative idea.
Imaginative strokes.
Creative presentation.
Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2014
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Impressive diagonal rendering as the texture helps in giving this artwork definition and interesting outlines.
Great initial impact.
Innovative idea.
Imaginative strokes.
Creative presentation.
Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 17-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2014
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Thank you very much, I appreciate your review and encouragement.
Comment from pattigirl
A very sweet and delicate face of someone that seems very young. I am not into all the things in your notes, but this is a very artistic presentation with a minimal amount of color. Her eyes are really well done.
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2014
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A very sweet and delicate face of someone that seems very young. I am not into all the things in your notes, but this is a very artistic presentation with a minimal amount of color. Her eyes are really well done.
Comment Written 17-Feb-2014
reply by the author on 17-Feb-2014
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Thank you very much!
Irish Folklore is unique it fusses characters as it fusses fairy tale and life. She is a goddess-queen and a warrior-princess in the old times, now she is as fairy-spirit, but there is one thing which did not change. She is always young, she never ages.