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The Sorrows of Cao Xuequing

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Obscure reference time! Cao Xuequing wrote "The Story of the Stone" also titled "Dream of the Red Chamber", one of the greatest works of Chinese literature. This image is a summary of the message of the work, drawing mainly from the last scene of the tale.

The main character, Bao-Yu, is standing, looking at a cherry tree as the petals blow away in the wind. He is a stark streak of red against the winter snow. The vastness of existence contrasted with the brief flame of life of man in this world.

Done in an attempt at the style of Chinese ink paintings. Used both OC3 and Painter8.

Can you tell how happy I am lately? =P
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euphoria066's avatar
so simple and awesome. I love the red. definately get an inky feeling from it too.