Size: 8000x4500px/300dpi
Adobe Photoshop CS3
Drawing with mouse, 2021
This image I created and used in the print example was an NFT created for the DESO blockchain.
It is still available for purchase, although no one needs it.
I think this is the first time I've presented this on ecency.
Original:
This digital drawing, created in Photoshop CS3 with a mouse, presents a striking portrait of a red-haired woman set against a layered background. The composition centers on her face, framed within a circular backdrop that contrasts architectural ruins, dark foliage, and soft blossoms. The balance between decay and beauty immediately gives the piece emotional depth.
Her vivid red hair dominates the foreground, flowing in sharp, stylized strands that suggest movement and energy. The intensity of the red contrasts beautifully with her pale skin and luminous green eyes. Her gaze is direct and steady, creating a strong connection with the viewer. Long lashes and carefully shaped brows add refinement, while subtle star-like markings on her cheek introduce a touch of mysticism or futuristic symbolism. The red lips echo the color of her hair, reinforcing harmony within the palette.
The background is complex yet controlled. On one side, dark architectural elements and shadowed branches create a sense of mystery or past turmoil. On the other, softer floral details and warm tones introduce renewal and life. The circular framing device feels symbolic, as if presenting two worlds—light and shadow—behind a single identity. Delicate pink petals float across the composition, softening the intensity and adding motion.
Despite being drawn with a mouse, the lines are clean and confident. The controlled shading and precise detailing show patience and technical discipline. The necklace with a triangular pendant adds a subtle focal accent at the base of the portrait.
Overall, the artwork feels modern, symbolic, and emotionally layered. It blends elegance with strength, darkness with color, and realism with graphic stylization, resulting in a compelling and visually memorable portrait.