#rookcore

There's a story for this one, and also I just have to gush, so sit down. I came up with those epithets as a caption idea probably in like, late November/early December. Normally, when I get a big art idea like this, I let it ruminate in my head for about a week and then let it go. This one, however, would not leave. So, at that point, I decided to get a comm to bring this idea to reality.

If you've followed me for a while, you'll know that Sarah is an artist I've commissioned quite often and has done some absolutely excellent pieces for me in the past. Because I've worked with her in the past, I knew I could trust her with this idea. I sent in the comm form just to get an idea of if she would do it and what it would take. I knew it was going to be one of the more, if not the most, complex ideas I went to her with, so I was ready to make changes.

And guys. Not only was she more than willing to take it on as it was, she absolutely knocked it out of the fucking park and straight into the stratosphere. She took my admittedly very crappy notes app sketches and turned them into the most gorgeous pieces that I can easily say are my favorite commissions I've gotten ever, not just from her. And not only did the art itself turn out fantastic, Sarah was so communicative during the process, keeping me updated on every step of each painting. She put so much love and attention and care into every detail, truly I don't think I would have trusted anyone else to bring this idea to life. So basically, if you have not commissioned her before, let these pieces be your sign to go do so right now. I've had only absolutely fantastic experiences with her and she is absolutely an artist I will continue to go back to for more.

And if you've read this all, here's a special version that was a surprise even to me with everyone's favorite demon ;)