Title: That Time of the Month Artist: clayangel Media: Gimp Characters: Bellatrix Rating: NC-17 Warnings: kind of gross blood play Themes/kinks chosen: Blood Play Artist's notes: Not what I set out to do, but it works. ;D Art preview:
This is one of those works of art that is so well done but still hard to look at. I hope you understand what I mean. Her blissed out expression, the way her hand caresses her collar, her negligee are all just perfect. And seeing that it's Bellatrix I can imagine her doing this as well. Great job.
Oh, I totally understand. Originally I wanted to do a thing where she was toying with the blood of her victims, but the more I drew, the more it just seemed to make more sense to do it this way, so I said screw it and just went with it.
Considering the incredibly poor reception, probably not the way to go, but I'm really pleased with it, and in the end, that's all that matters. ^_^
Now *this* is deviant for our fandom, which is saying a lot!
I find this startling, yet totally IC for Bellatrix! She is quite the creepy-sensuous slut, isn't she? Never met a boundary she didn't want to transgress. (I mean, having the hots for Voldie? 'Nuff said!)
The modern-art style, her clothing and pose, the medium, all add to the overall impact, I think. I'm "not a trained art critic," but it seems to me like there is a unified feel in the way all these elements work together to create the message. Even though I'm not turned on at all by the subject, LOL! But that's Bellatrix too, innit? Her total lack of restraint is part of her scariness!
Also? I like what you signed it in. *g* Almost as though you're part of *her* work. o_O
I prefer for my signature, no matter what the picture, to feel a part of it, so as not to distract too much from the actual art...and yeah, that just seemed to fit. ^_^
Ah, it took me a minute to form a coherent thought after clicking. She's gorgeous, of course, and while the subject matter is not my cup of tea, I can totally see her doing this. It makes perfect sense! And when I say she's gorgeous, I mean that. She's utterly breathtaking in the way that only Bellatrix can be. Like a venomous snake just before it strikes. Really, this was an excellent contribution. I'm looking forward to more from you!
The subject matter isn't my cup of tea either, not by a long shot, but that's part of the fun of the prompts—forcing yourself to do something you'd never, ever dreamed you'd do. :) Thank you so much. ^___^
Wow. You know, I wasn't sure what I would find when I clicked. "Bellatrix" and "blood play" is not generally my cuppa, but this... This makes so much sense for her, and it's actually better than I thought it would be (understand that I am the fluffiest of the fluffy, so I shy away from torture and Bella in general, which is what I was expecting). This though? This is a really fascinating take on the prompt. Makes me squirm, which I'm guessing was your intent. *g* Brava to you!
When I first saw this I did a doubletake and stared... O.o After a while I finally gave up trying to come up with a coherent comment.
Trying again now. *G* (and I'm at work *headdesks and hides screen from customers*)
The art itself is beautifully done, you're actually one of my favourite artists here at D_D and this is another reason why :) Bloodplay is SO her and I can totally see her doing this. Seeing this actually woke up my Bellatrix muse, heh. Dangerous thing to do. xP
I also love how you've challenged us all with this piece of art instead of the usual version of bloodplay. Well done!
This is the sort of bloodplay that actually does hit me on a delicious gut level. I don't see much of it in fandom and I'm thinking it's because I run in the slashsmut circles. Thank you so much for this; Bellatrix is a beautiful medium for this!
This kind of squicked me out, but I'm also in awe because of how you drew it. The feeling is powerful, and the knowledge that this is Bellatrix makes it even more so. Thanks for sharing!
When you think about what she's physically doing...yeah, it's pretty squicky, but on another level, it's like she's reveling in her femininity. I thought it fit her. ^_^
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