Friday 24 July 2009

YUI (by Alex)

(Click to zoom in)
-Outline stage-
-Light shading stage-
-Hair detailing stage-

Yui, a 22 year old singer-songwriter, actress from Fukuoka, Japan. She has 3 albums, 1 compilation album, and 14 singles released to date. This is drawn from her compilation album cover called "My Short Stories"

This is just another attempt of a celebrity sketch, so Yui fans please don't get angry if you think it doesn't look at all like her, because I know it doesn't :) But I am showing the stages again, showing how it was done, I hope you like that.

Thanks again for all the comments left on my previous drawing. I really do appreciate every word there, and that gives me a lot of motivation to work on the next piece everytime. Happy drawing everyone! ^^

16 comments:

  1. I don't know about Yui so can't tell whether this looks like her or not - but whatever, it is a beautiful drawing. you have really brought out the textures of the different elements in the sketch.
    (Sorry you are having such hassle with your plans for home and work. I hope it all clicks into place before too long.)

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  2. I don't know Yui, either, but the drawing is lovely! Yes, I agree, the textures are exceptional. Well done! It must be frustrating to have all the difficuties you're experiencing. I hope things improve soon. nancy

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  3. Alex, as always, this is a beautiful drawing. The top-lighting is extraordinary. I think you are getting better and better. Yui is so beautiful. (don't show your fiance' this one.) And I beg to differ - I looked up Yui on Google Images to check the likeness (only because of your comment), and I think you definitely captured her. :D

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  4. hahah, yeah, he was the one who introduced me to YUI even though I am the one who is Japan-crazy. I think this looks incredibly like her, and this has to be one of my favorites to date. Very beautiful girl, very beautiful drawing. :)

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  5. Lovely drawing and beautifully done. I really love the drawing of the little girl, her eyes sparkle and again it is so beautifully done.
    Have you tried a portrait from real life?
    Thanks for visiting and your comments about my work.

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  6. beautiful portrait, Alex. It is really interesting to see your stages. They are all beautiful, and I really like the "hair detailing stage" one, with no background.

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  7. Wow...another leng lui (Pretty girl) :)
    Alex, you can really draw pretty girls!

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  8. I don't know her but you made her look gorgeous. Great expression too, maybe a bit sad, and serious. Beautiful girl and drawing!
    Hope your working and status problems get better soon!

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  9. Hi Alex,
    I don't know this artist either, but the drawing is very beautiful... you're good at this :)
    Best regards,
    Carolina

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  10. Another beautiful drawing! The textures and the light are fantastic. I don't know this artist either but your drawing really captures a reflective mood that is quite engaging.

    I hope your work and status issues work themselves out for you soon. Hang in there!

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  11. Gosh this is stunning Alex...Beautiful work on her hair...Whole piece Spectacular! :)

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  12. Just lovely...her hair is amazing, but the expression captures me...

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  13. Awesome! she is very pretty. i am very amazed at your skill! the hair, the skin tone, her dress, the mood... everything is perfect!! how i wish i could have 1% of your flair!

    thanks for your lovely comments ;)

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  14. Gorgeous lights and darks. The textures you've created are sensual and gentle at the same time. This is a beautiful drawing.

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  15. Wow, I LOVE the step-by-step images. They are very helpful to us beginners! I'll be back to see more.

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  16. Beautiful drawing...a vignette of sorts. Get variety of edges. Drawn by a sensitive, talented hand.

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