Q: When you first started working on this piece, what was the initial vision that came to your mind?

Fortunately, I have had the opportunity to create illustrations for XART multiple times, so my first goal was to ensure this piece didn't overlap with my past works.
On top of that, I wanted to shift the mood drastically this time. I aimed for a scenario with distinct light and shadow contrasts and a gear design that sets it apart from previous giclée prints. To make the character pop in a darker setting, I intentionally incorporated more glowing parts than usual.

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Q: During the creation of this piece, when did you feel most "in the zone" (so immersed that you completely lost track of time)?

This applies to all my work, not just this specific piece, but I always love the rough sketching phase where I brainstorm designs. I also really enjoy coloring the chest and midsection areas, as well as adding final highlights to the entire image.
Additionally, rendering the way the fabric fits and contours to the body is always a highly engaging process.

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Q: Which part of this artwork would you consider the "star of the show" that you want fans to pay special attention to?

Since this illustration is meant for large-format printing, I packed it with intricate details so that it holds up beautifully even when viewed up close.
For this piece, I think I managed to capture the texture of the material and the form-fitting silhouette of the lower torso perfectly. I would be thrilled if everyone takes a close, detailed look at it.