GnomeZome's art Reviews on Newgrounds

[Stuart vs. THE PAWN]

ohhh!
This reminds me of Jeff Smith's "Bone" where he over lays what would seem to be conflicting styles of detail in a single work.
The titular character are also pale white, and slightly differently designed then the rest of their surrounds.
I will say the viscous and anatomical nature of the creature, and you attention to detail (buttons on coat, wood grain on boards, worked earth wall texturing with support beams, ect) are quite a feat.
Thank you for making this.

[bay leaves]

Hmmmm.
I can't really tell if the coloration patterns on the green leaves are from the leaves the selves reflecting cascading light, or if it's simple the drying pattern of bay leaves.
I think the unsung heroes of this piece are the bowl/container creating a sharp contrasting barrier with the other MVP of the contrasting deep forest green back ground.
The purple leaf (or tool?) providing the center focus, an excellent contrast, actually give the whole picture a slightly optical appearance, with it being an odd pupil.
Thank you for making this.

maruki responds:

Thank you for this complete and unique review. I had never seen such elaborate phrasing be used to describe my work. No problem and I really appreciate your kindness.

[Tia]

Hah!
A certainly warm result of mug of rum.
Some basic thoughts on age beyond graying roots, or simple wrinkles is larger ear lobes, as they are on the parts of humans that continues to grow through out life in most people.
Actually with that unusual coloration, I imagine the hair might not in fact gray. but perhaps change to another pigment entirely.
That would of course be more in your wheelhouse to figure out.
Thank you for making this.

[0087]

Hah!
Death drill warmers, how wonderfully odd.
She's got a great spirit, and I really enjoy the clever use of a contrasting pick background that works well with her bright dispostion.
Thank you for making this.

[mononoke highschool]

I am a sucker for mashups and cover songs.
You very carefully, and lovingly approached each character and found an aspect if their character to make shine in your rendition.
I suspect I could gush for a while, concerning things like your use of shadow, or the dull color tones evoking 1980/1990's anime shows, but I think I have one, much more simple thing to say:
"Thank you for making this."

[Bust Practice]

It is important to know one's limit, and your certainly set yourself against quite a challenge.
I see some of what you mean about anatomy, but I honestly impressed with your use of a smokey almost dream like quality to make the unnatural seem fitting.
Like the little glints of light and cascading rainbow ribbons definitely give a strong vibe.
The positioning of the arms, and the incredible profile of the face also are quite an achievement.
Thank you for making this.

SpecterWhite responds:

Thank you for the feedback!

[Bell Gargoyles]

What a cacophony of flesh!
It's interesting to see moose like antlers on a wyvern typre of character.
I know that horned dragons a very typical in Asian depictions, but as this is a Gargoyle, the antlers are still very interesting.
Perhaps I would see this resting on the roof of a cathedral in Quebec?
I also love your detailed use of clouds and how imply air currents.
Thank you for making this.

[Roller Disco]

Simple and sweet.
I can almost hear reverberations of Earth, Wind & Fire's September playing as small romance blooms.
Good luck with you project, I will be interested to see the results.
Thank you for making this.

SouredApple responds:

If only I could acquire the licensing rights within my budget because you better believe that would be the exact song in this scene! And thank you!!

[hot springs gazer]

hmmm, I almost thought this was a hedorah Kaiju-girl.
It is always interesting seeing a cyclopian complexion blush, especially with an abnormal skin tone, and your rendition is fairy cute.
The eye stocks are quite lively in their own right, but I am a little confused by the symbiote-esque material on the fore limbs and clavicle. it being similar color to the hair makes it seem connected to that aspect of this one eyed wonder, but maybe I am reading that wrong.
Thank you for making this.

rtil responds:

if you're interested in her species you can read more about her on the Monster Girl Encyclopedia. Just look up Gazer

[I'm gonna...]

I want to make a self insertion joke, but I can't really justify it.
Good luck and have fun with it.
Thank you for making this.