Drybone Hobgoblin for Art Contest Week 329-My First Splinterlands Art

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I am very very happy to participate in the Splinterlands Art Contest for the first time! For Week 329 of the contest, I am submitting my hand-drawn watercolor painting of the Splinterlands card Drybone Hobgoblin.

Drybone Hobgoblin
Drybone Hobgoblin is a Fire-element melee attacker monster with a mana cost of 4. It is a Common rarity card with two key abilities: Reach and Immunity. The Reach ability allows it to attack from the second position, which provides strategic advantages in battles.

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My Excitement
I feel immensely happy and honored to take part in this contest and showcase my art alongside such talented creators. I worked hard to make this art stand out, and I hope it reflects my dedication and love for the Splinterlands community.

If you'd like to know more about the contest and its rules, check out the official post here:
Contest Week 329 link
Steps in the Process of Creating My Artwork: Drybone Hobgoblin
Here are the steps I followed to create my watercolor painting of Drybone Hobgoblin:

Initial Concept and Sketch

I started by studying the Drybone Hobgoblin card to understand its design and characteristics. Once I had a clear idea of how I wanted to reimagine it, I made a rough pencil sketch on paper. The focus was on capturing its fierce expression, dynamic pose, and key elements like the axe, skull decoration, and fur details.

Watercolor Base Layer

Next, I applied the first base layer of watercolor. I used vibrant green for the Hobgoblin's skin, fiery orange for the fur, and dark tones for the hair and background. This step helped me establish the color palette and overall mood of the artwork.

Adding Shadows and Highlights

To create depth and texture, I layered darker shades over the base colors, especially on the Hobgoblin’s muscles, fur, and weapon. I also used lighter tones to add highlights, making the figure appear more dynamic and three-dimensional.

Final Touches and Background

Finally, I worked on the background to create a smoky, battle-like atmosphere. I used a mix of earthy tones and brush strokes to achieve this effect. After ensuring all elements blended harmoniously, I let the painting dry completely.

Your feedback and suggestions mean the world to me. Thank you for your support, and I hope you enjoy my creation!

Future Plans
I’m excited to share more original artworks and fan art with this amazing community moving forward. Exploring new characters and bringing my artistic interpretations to life is something I truly look forward to. Your feedback will be invaluable in helping me grow and improve as an artist.

With a bouquet of flowers in my hands, I send my heartfelt greetings to everyone in this beautiful community. Thank you for welcoming me so warmly. I look forward to your support and encouragement as I continue my artistic journey with you. 🌸