“We make our own fortunes and we call them fate”, or so said Benjamin Disraeli. Then again, considering how many quotes of his fill up the quotation books, Benjamin Disraeli said a lot. The way I see it, he must have had an aide scuttling along behind him, scribbling down every word he said just in case it ended up being memorable.
I always liked the idea of being blown along on Fortune’s breathe. It might be my age or my situation, but I felt the urge to make it a little more (and I really do hate this word) proactive. This is another 木はがき (wooden postcard) and as such, is teensy. The sketch is below.
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April 18, 2007 at 11:39 am
Siukwan
Very special and unique style, I love it very much!!!
April 18, 2007 at 11:46 am
onesickindividual
awesome design! diggin the details. nicely done.
April 18, 2007 at 12:20 pm
tehbias
Amazing - i really love it - and the quote about fortune too! - Proactivity never bothers me — it’s just the attitude of “holier than thou…” that sometimes accompany’s it! Great work…
April 18, 2007 at 8:10 pm
ammon Perry
Awesome work on the collage. I have to say that the drawing is incredible too.
April 19, 2007 at 12:35 am
Piotr
Beautiful work! absolutely fantastic design!! nicely done
April 19, 2007 at 8:12 am
LDahl
Superb! Great movement and colors. The art, execution and idea, blend into a piece that leaves me saying, WOW!
April 19, 2007 at 10:11 am
Michelle Lana
awesome!
April 19, 2007 at 4:07 pm
Marie
All she could say was “wow.” Your work is so intricate, detailed and inspiring. You are an amazing artist. Thanks for sharing!
April 19, 2007 at 4:58 pm
matt Jackson
This is FANTASTIC!!!
One of the best pieces I’ve seen in the industry for months.
Why is your style not seen more.
This iss a breath of fresh air as powerful as the wind of fortune.
May it blow your way and if i can be of any help. Please contact me.
M
April 20, 2007 at 11:53 pm
tusen
both the sketch and the final version are really interesting.