Meow

After looking at some people's artworks, I got a little itch.

Deck

Another freestyle drawing.

Wonky Dancer

Not really. Just another quick sketch - been trying to draw by memory. Anatomy without reference is hard...

Back Bumpers

After looking at other people's life studies, I got the itch to do the same. Unfortunately, no model to refer to (which explains a lot of things out of place). But hey... I can dream, right?

Yes, buns make my world go round. No pun intended.

Maroon Jumper

It's been a while since I've drawn something for myself... and I do feel kinda 'nottie'; but my folks do check into my blog once in a while. Hi mom! :P

Demo for Serene

I am currently back in my hometown with my family; and while I'm here, I decided to teach my youngest sister how to paint with Paint Tool Sai :) I'm so proud of her!

You're a Genius

An idea spawned by after watching this commercial. Yes, that is his voice actor XD
*Garrus belongs to Bioware

Salam Aidilfitri!

Have a pleasant one, everyone!

Blanco

Sorry for the lack of updates - currently busy with some freelance projects. But here's just a bit of something to put up for September:

White Gel Pen + Boredom + Husband within reach =

I once mused that it'd be cool if we could tattoo our wedding rings on. Yes, he's a very patient man. Thanks, Joe <3

Boy

Just a minor test with Adobe Illustrator (for the outline), later adjusted and coloured in Photoshop.

New Challenger

A companion to Splash!. Geek points if you can recognize them :)

How Delightful

Doesn't she ever get cold in that outfit?

Splash!

Now that I'm awake, what was I thinking???

Eyes Up Here, Please

Done on 2.5" x 3.5" ivory card, ink and Copic Ciao markers.

Seahorse

Ink on paper.

YongumiX Meow Freebie

I can't be there in person, but if you happen to go to SDCC this year, please check out booth #1328 and do support these awesome dudes! And if you're lucky, you might pull out prettier freebies by:

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Stop

Sometimes, I just feel like I want to put down whatever drawing utensils I have - I feel like I'm not pushing myself enough to get anywhere; Then again, I have not much drive to do so. But somehow, I can't stop...

It is my drug and cigarette.

Baby Blue

This was meant to be a doodle, but I managed to stop before I got carried away. Painted in paint tool sai.

Texture taken from

Cranky Cat

Panthera Leo: If the males are human, they would probably spend 3/4 of their day either sleeping or in front of the TV while demanding their women to bring them beer and dinner.

Painted in Paint Tool Sai, corrected in Photoshop. Textures are from Ro-Stock and Dazzle-Textures.

Confused Kitty

This neofelis diardi is wondering why it's so badly drawn. Painted in Paint Tool Sai, corrected in Photoshop. Textures are by Ro-Stock and Dazzle-Textures.

Fat Orange Cat

A quick 15-30mins colour slaps after work. Painted in Paint Tool Sai, fixed in Photoshop. Textures are from Ro-Stock.

Maidens and a Crone

Pretty occupied with so many things lately. So in the meantime, here is a mesh up of some doodles in between. I don't know what Morrigan Aensland is doing either...

Meow!

What's this?? Click here to find out XD

*Cover illustrated by Eisu, picture source from Hanie

Many thanks to the YonGumi team for giving me the chance to participate. These guys rock!

Run, Wyliman!

Taking the awesomely talented Zorgia's superhero out for a drive :) Do go over to his site and have yourselves a healthy dose of Wyliman & his pals with salad on the side

Commission Details

STATUS: Please contact me to find out if there are any slots open.

• Commissions are only open to 2.5 inch x 3.5 inch Sketch Card
• Only fictional characters from games, movies, tv shows, books/novels or established original characters can be commissioned
• Do provide references for character(s), and if there is a certain pose/action in mind do inform me before execution of commission
• If there is any medium of preference, do state it before execution. However, commission is constrained to availability of the medium
• Depending on the numbers and complexity of the request(s), each sketch card will take between a week to a month to complete
• Excessive violence, nudity and graphic sexual situations will be rejected immediately
• Charging price is not negotiable
• Payment method: Paypal only

Back of card stock (default surface):

RATE (PER CHARACTER):

Black and White/Inked
With simple background: USD$15
Detailed background: +USD$5
Additional character: +USD$5 (per one)

Coloured (with choice of marker or colour pencils)
With simple background*: USD$25 (for half body, additional USD$5 for full pose)
Detailed background: +USD$10
Additional character: +USD$10 (per one)
*Samples of simple background: 1, 2

Shipping
An additional USD$5-$10 will be charged according to the bulk of commission. Package will be delivered by Malaysia Post Registered Airmail, and may take up to 2 weeks to arrive depending on your location.

Delivery in bulk can be done, but extra charge of USD$20-USD$40 will be put on other delivery preference (how immediate and secure). Please e-mail me for further information or preferred method of packaging.

Package includes clear sleeve and top loader for each card, and a certificate of authenticity.


CONTACT: (you can DM me via my instagram account, mel.celestial)
If you are interested, please e-mail me under header [SC COMMISSION]. Please state the medium preferred, character(s) that you'd like me to draw, in what situations they would be in (if any), and posting address. References will be very helpful.

Upon agreement, I will send an invoice before I start working on the sketch card.

Deposit is 60% of the final quoted price before work starts, with the remaining payment to be made when a digital sample of the finished artwork is presented.

If I am unable to finish the commission, or should you change your mind about the commission during the early stages (ie. within one month), I will fully refund your deposit.

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• All commissions are for personal and non-commercial use only
• Artworks for commercial use have different price ranges. This also includes ownership release fees, so please e-mail me for further information
• I reserve the right to use commissioned artworks for portfolio and promotional purposes

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Can Haz?

What? It's almost June??! Noooooooooooooooooo!!! Oh well. A little thing to look forward to:

2 more days to launch. Aww yeah...

Huminodun

An old sketch from my final year project back in 2005, entitled Huminodun. The story is based on Sabahan folklore (pagan belief, actually); She is the daughter of The Creator (Kinoringan) who sacrificed herself to save humankind from starvation. Her final wish was to have her body parts strewn all across the land, and from it edible plants will grow. From her blood, rise the paddy. Thus is why we Sabahans celebrate harvest festival. I will post up my final animation once I have found it next time.

Till then,
Kotobian Tadau Tagazo Do Kaamatan!
Kieeeheii!!!

I am lame!!

Poor planning and random limb placement quite often leads to horrendous and confusing... thingamabobimajig. I really should practice and do more life study.

Un-Sexy Back

I am settling for this to best represent Kusut Masai.

Tough Cookie

Random doodle of the day. Smoking is bad for you, kids. Done with Paint Tool Sai.

The Mouse and the Lighthouse

Yes, I wrote that... and I do feel a little silly now.

Slinky

*sigh*

Pink

I don't know...

Burn

Even if you could set the world on fire, it will keep on spinning.

I never had any fine arts training, so please excuse the horrible colours and anatomy. Painted in Paint Tool Sai.

Huh?

I love distracting my cats while they are busy grooming themselves.

Teal

Attack of horrid doodles! I'm trying my hardest to combat depression currently, and it seems that I am failing... And I would appreciate it if no one asks me about it, please.

I Feel So Alive!

Wheeee!!

Mr Oniyon rightly belongs to non other than the awesomely talented and quirky funny Hanie

Chew

I want to do at least a doodle a day. Let's see how long this will last.

Yarr!

A quick entry for the Nami (One Piece) Redesign challenge.

Spade

Yep... I should leave coloring to the pros. Wish he did wear pink in the movie though.

Chompers

A closer look at the guppy's head. Like sharks, their teeth would protrude outwards when they pull their lips back.

Painted in Paint Tool SAI, corrected in Photoshop.

Bub

30 mins (including correction)! As much as I'd like to draw Hugh Jackman's whoop-some buns streak across my blog, I decided to leave it to the professionals. Also, shoddy colouring proves why I can never be a good concept artist.

Done in Paint Tool SAI, corrected in Photoshop.

Kasturi

For those who don't know, 'kasturi' means lime.

After days (or weeks?) of putting it off, I've finally purchased the official license for Paint Tool Sai! Yay! Hopefully this will encourage me to utilize it more after being deprived of it.

Anyway, here is another character for The Fisherman's Son project. Her design is based on traditional Malay, and she is quite adept with the art of Silat Gayung. Naturally disciplined, she is also terribly a no-nonsense humourless warrior. However, she still enjoys feminine pleasures like painting her fingertips with henna and she absolutely enjoys long baths.

I don't care if it's made for guys

I was supposed to post this up earlier last week, but I had other duties to attend to. Anyway, some sweet purchase off ebay: a limited edition Boba Fett Hoodie tailored by Marc Ecko (until someone will try to pirate this in Petaling Street, but it can never be as swell as the original!)

Kitty face not included.


Loving the helmet details <3

There is also a Storm Trooper hoodie to go with this, but I'm not that fond of white fabrics since I can't really keep my sleeves clean at all times. My husband, who is an absolute Star Wars fan, was going bonkers (I bought it for myself). But hey, I did offer to get him the white Princess Leia outfit.