ElfQuest Fan Art

Having extreme family issues right now and have little time to myself. Will try and participate this year. Already have a couple ideas. Where do we post said ideas for approval and/or discuss with others about options? Is that up yet or do we do that here? Will try and check in more often when and wherever possible.

Again, welcome! I hope more fans will be inspired to find their way here as you did! Thank you for voting, can't wait to see what the theme will be for this coming year.

How is it that I don't recall your Treestump illo being this far along?! You have definitely captured his essence, and he is stunning here! Of course I'm seeing Dewshine's feather decorations, some Clearbrook fringe, the ax (can't leave that out!), and a bear as his totem is perfect. He's quite handsome here and, I can't stress it enough - you nailed his look! Can't wait to see this completed!

Atoooooooooah Hyakurin! Been a long time! Hope your holidays were wonderful!

Treefox, at the moment, it appears things are improving for me. Fingers crossed this remains an upward trend.

And now I'm eagerly anticipating the 2025 calendar!

I could tell he was looking upward. See? I can vaguely make out the sketch! Beaerclaw, Leetah, and Rayek were looking directly at the viewer, Joyleaf up, so it works. Hard to say at this point about the composition. I think once the basic lines are decided on, you can get a better idea of if the current composition works or if you should make any alterations. Definitely need to work in at least a bladed weapon, if composition permits, maybe a small shadow hinting at an anvil and hammer or make it more prominent. Again, I think that can be better determined once the image starts coming together more. Can't wait to see the progress!

I was surprised and amazed that this prompted Wendy Pini to comment, especially the remarkable comment for Czarine's Lord Voll. I would definitely be flattered! She also commented on Startear's Bone Woman, and I believe that also had the most comments. This really has opened the work to a broader audience, and it's wonderful to hear back from them. Thanks for letting us know, Treefox! Great work, everyone!

Of course, it’s up to you whether you want to keep the butterflies at the base, but it seems a bit distracting to me, almost as if “Hey, butterflies! Oh, and Joyleaf.” I say play around with it and see what you personally prefer.

I always thought Joyleaf’s bow was a simple long bow, but maybe the idea was it looks too straight to be a bow. Hmm. I’m at work at the moment and my phone just doesn’t cut it in terms of seeing details in illos.

I know how you feel! I have soooo many ideas rampaging through my pathetic overworked brain that I would love to put to paper, but I too suffer from slowness. I did come up with a new illo idea that I’ve started on, but I think this is number 827 of images I’m working on…sigh.

Keep up the great work! You’ve got a cheering crowd gathering!

Looking amazing, Treefox! I always liked the looks of Joyleaf, but I have to admit, I'm not much of a fan of the Dolly Parton reference. Ah well. Not offended, just...doesn't quite work for me.

But who cares! Loving this so far. I agree the chin seems to jut a bit for that angle, even though she did have a strong heart shaped face. It needs to remain a bit pointy, though, because of the heart shape, but perhaps emphasize the angle a bit less, give the lower jawline a little more fleshiness, if that makes sense. I did notice the wolf clasp on her cloak (what it seems like), but it's possible that it could face forward while she doesn't because jewelry does that. Some high- and lowlights can easily make it look perfect in its current position. Also, the butterflies and flowers in the hair can be the same blue but with different accents, highlights, and lowlights, maybe the butterflies and flowers can both have variations of subtle other colors in them since both typically do. There are no limits to that aspect. I don't think butterflies need to be added to the bottom of the illo to balance it out, strong contrasting colors in her cloak or some other detail would balance it out just as easily. I understand the butterflies are there to also help draw the viewers' attention to the face, the focus of the image.

I think while the visible hand is graceful, I think the fingers are a bit too thin. Just a little more fullness I think would make them even more elegant.

Can't wait to see the next posting! This is a remarkable challenge you've taken on, very stunning but not enviable.

Duh...just read that part of Maggie's post. Like I said, it's been rough lately. Thanks!

Ayooooah all! I am going to TRY and submit this year. I have a couple sketches from a while back that I can see if I can finish in time. Sorry I've been away, but life has completely hit me hard in my personal, family, and professional life. Due to all these issues, I cannot make promises of anything except to try before something else happens. Family issues have improved, but still not great; the rest has just beaten me down. Sigh. Still, this actually helps keep me going, so I hope to contribute this year. I'll keep you posted.

Maggie, I'll send you email with my character selection to make sure they're okay.

Wow! Love that last year's calendar is trending; and it looks amazing!

Yes, first and foremost, thank you very much, Maggie, for continuing to do this.  I am certain it is a lot of time and effort, often seeming pointless.  We love you!

I have two possible suggestions.  I believe I've suggested "ACTION" before, but I'll offer it up again.  This can be anything provided the images are not static - it must have ACTION in it!  The other idea is "CONFRONTATION" meaning depicting the encounter between A and B.  It can be something like Cutter confronting Winnowill or something less negative such as when Savah met Timmain.  I believe it was Treefox that did the illo of the GoBack deer suddenly CONFRONTED by the dense growing green of the Wolfriders' forest home.  When Gobacks met the Wolfriders (or conversely the Sun Villagers).  So, both remain general enough that the artists would have a broad range of ideas and characters to work from.  I suppose "Encounters" as a title would work just as well.

Of the currently provided list, I like Long Friendships, Seasons (but might be limiting since there are really only four), Villains and Heroes (although that seems a little close to Contrasts), and Cliffhangers.  I could manage Comedy after remembering an idea my mother had for Yule.  Really should draw that one anyway - too damn funny!

(Has it really been almost two weeks? I can't apologize enough. Been crazy on my end, but it looks like it MIGHT settle down enough for me to crawl out from under all the stupidity)

Stormhunt and Runedance collapse into the unaffected ground and enjoy a good thorough roll, partly to remove the stench, partly just for the sheer pleasure of it. Also might help to mask their own scents to navigate the strange land more concealed. After a few moments, Runedance decides to rise and check out the others. Stormhunt shakes the dirt and debris vigorously before joining her wolf friend Solstice beside the others.  The two bonds share the events directly with each other and await the next challenge.

Stormvex sends calm and soothing emotions to Stormsong (argh! All these Storms! Wait, I love storms...), but does not interfere with his choice. He continues to gently and carefully pour his concoction into the wolf hoping it will help him. He briefly glances at Runedance and updates him before sending to Marut to do the same and ask about Laluna.  **I can send Runedance over to see if he can help, but I doubt he could offer much other than standing around,** he adds.