Materials:
Beauty and Green Dragon Paint by Numbers Kit: $19.60/ Amazon
Crafting Experience:
In Throne of the Fallen, the protagonist, Camilla, possesses a remarkable talent for creating replicas that she can easily pass off as originals. Unfortunately, this gift becomes her downfall when she is blackmailed. Inspired by her story, I decided to embark on a painting project of my own. Lacking advanced painting skills, I opted for a paint-by-number art piece, allowing me to create the illusion of crafting my own forgery.
The majority of the art I encountered in the story featured depictions of naked fae men and women trying to blend into the human realm. However, I wanted to steer clear of nudity and instead chose a piece that suggests the woman might be nude or perhaps wearing an invisible tube top, cleverly obscured by the surrounding flowers. Additionally, I sought to incorporate elements of mythology, which is why I selected this particular project. I envision this enchanting, seductive woman as a dragon shifter.
This painting is rich in intricate details, making it a long-term endeavor rather than a quick task. I plan to share updates on my progress through photos in this post. So far, I have managed to complete about half of the portrait, dedicating around 20 hours over the past four days. I feel it's coming along beautifully, and I intend to frame it and display it in my office once finished.
While I don’t believe a tutorial is necessary—after all, we all start with paint-by-numbers in preschool—I must admit that I will limit my painting sessions to two hours at a time. The process can become quite tedious, and I've been feeling the strain in my back. Nevertheless, I am excited about this rewarding project and look forward to seeing it through to completion.
Update 1:
For nearly two months, I've been dedicating my spare time to this painting, and I must say, it becomes more beautiful with each stroke. I've nearly finished painting the lady and am excited to begin working on the dragon. The dragon will be bursting with vibrant colors, and I can’t wait to see how it enhances the overall piece once completed.
My next update will showcase the final reveal of this paint-by-number project. Although it’s a lengthy and labor-intensive endeavor—my back certainly feels it after each session—there’s a deep sense of fulfillment that comes from working on such projects. I never anticipated how visually captivating this painting would turn out.
Once finished, I plan to invest in an elegant frame and display it proudly above my dresser. I'm also feeling inspired to seek out an even larger paint-by-number project to serve as a statement piece in my living room. That's how much I've enjoyed and come to love this portrait.
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