I took the idea of preparation into a somewhat more passive direction than a lot of the other digi-art entries, because being ready isn't always about the training. I also came into this contest with the mindset that Dominion and Twisted Treeline items were a part of season 3 itemization, so as a consequence you guys get a bonus Wooglet's Witchcap.

It's been literal years since I made a digital painting of any sort and the digi-art throwdown seemed like the perfect time to get some practice (after all, If the champions get to train during the preseason why can't the summoners?). Since I hardly ever work on anything larger than 512 or at most 1024 px, scaling my skills all the way up to 3000 pixels was a challenge in of itself. Nonetheless I've had fun and gained plenty of knowledge in the process, so this was a pretty big success as far as I'm concerned. Any constructive criticism, feedback or other advice would be totally awesome however, so please feel free to share your thoughts.

I really love the landscape... but why soraka have sad face? soraka isnt sad

Good job!

Awww thats a so nice. I like the concept

Good art, nice picture
But that eye...

i spy with my little eye..

A BANANA

gj

RUUNNNNNNN ANNIE GOT WOOGLET'S very nice bro

That Soraka has the Mona Lisa smile going on. :P

I really like the environment you set up in this one, seems nice and peaceful.

Funny, I've actually had a friend tell me the same thing although for a much older version of this picture. I was really going for more of a perplexed or curious expression.


Thanks to everyone for the comments, I thought I'd post some of the earlier, goofy-looking stages of the picture. Although most of the items aren't visible in these images, they were planned right from the start. On the other hand, most other changes as well as the general look of the painting were pretty much made up as I went along.

I love your painting style!