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This is my "realistic paint" of =JFGemini107 's SIMS OC Skyler Merkel.

=JFGemini107 asked me to do paintings of all four Merkel brothers as part of an art trade. I really enjoyed this project, and it was quite a challenge, since: 1) I'd never drawn someone else's OC before (a lot of pressure to do it right!) and 2) I'd never done a realistic rendering of a SIMs character before. Overall, I'm pretty happy with the results.

You can see the original reference sheet for all four brothers here:
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Skyler's profile is here:
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With Skyler, even more than with the others, this was a collaboration where I talked to =JFGemini107 and showed him drafts to get feedback along the way.

Physically, Skyler works out a lot and is very into his looks, and although he is not as built (big) as Glenn he is more defined. He also is very cocky and conceited, which I tried to convey with the "hey I know you're looking at me" kind of pose.

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Painted using a Wacom Tablet with Corel Painter 11.

My paintings of the Merkel Brothers:

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:icondigitalmanip:
~digitalmanip Jul 27, 2012  Hobbyist Photographer
Greg--

This is an absolutely excellent rendition of the original and I applaud you for your prodigious talent. The "perfection" comes to mind and your backstory makes it all the better. Thanks!

--Craig
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~natenutron Aug 13, 2011  Hobbyist Digital Artist
Don't care to look at muscle dudes. But It is art and you did a great job. Shading is well placed.
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:icongregstevens:
*GregStevens Aug 16, 2011  Hobbyist General Artist
Thanks, dude.
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:icondomochevsky:
~Domochevsky Jun 4, 2011  Hobbyist Digital Artist
Huh, surprisingly top heavy. :o
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:icongregstevens:
*GregStevens Jun 4, 2011  Hobbyist General Artist
As some people are. ;-)
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:iconsystemcat:
*systemcat May 12, 2011  Professional General Artist
And from the lady looking at the deviant :D.
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:iconjfgemini107:
Glad you did this. And, yes, I am happy with the results. I'm looking forward to seeing Garrett.
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