The Saab J35 Draken looks like no other machine flying today. Designed to meet a 1949 specification for an interceptor capable of reaching Mach 2 speeds, the Draken features a revolutionary double delta wing giving it a striking appearance. The Draken performed as well as it looked and was second only to the English Lightning in initial rate of climb. The fighter was very rugged and could operate from reinforced roads used as dispersed airstrips. It was also designed for ease of maintenance and servicebility. The Draken was continually upgraded and remained a formidable aircraft well into the 21st century. The last Drakens in service with Austria were retired in 2005.
I have always loved the Draken. Such a cool airplane. I am happy I have finally had the chance to pay it tribute with my latest painting.
By: falcon012 - 3rd March 2014 at 00:51
It seems an artist friend of mine is somewhat upset that I am getting a bunch of compliments on my work without explaining my process. Just to be sure there are no misunderstandings I am happy to do so.
I build my composition using reference photographs in Photoshop. I also paint from imagination some elements – especially for small details, clouds and landscaping. I build up layers of color and detail a play with positioning of the various elements. One I am satisfied with the composition I use Corel Painter to do the actual paintwork. Here is an example of what a reference photo looks like as compared to the same area in the finished painting.
And here is the finished Shuttle painting:
By: falcon012 - 2nd March 2014 at 19:25
Thank you very much j_jza80.
By: falcon012 - 2nd March 2014 at 19:24
It wasn’t until the final word of your post that I realized it wasn’t a photograph.
OMG! Where do I get a print??[/QUOTE]
Thank you for asking. I sent you a PM.
By: j_jza80 - 2nd March 2014 at 19:06
You are a VERY talented individual. Like others, I thought that was a photo at first, it’s simply superb. 😎
By: Oxcart - 2nd March 2014 at 18:56
It wasn’t until the final word of your post that I realized it wasn’t a photograph.[/QUOTE]
Thanks Oxcart. I have done the SR-71 twice. I just posted one of them in the forum for you. Here is the link to the thread: http://forum.keypublishing.com/showthread.php?129088-On-The-Edge-Of-Night&p=2118383#post2118383
OMG! Where do I get a print??
By: falcon012 - 2nd March 2014 at 18:26
I agree! Absolutely stunning piece of work!
How about an SR-71A next??
Thanks Oxcart. I have done the SR-71 twice. I just posted one of them in the forum for you. Here is the link to the thread: http://forum.keypublishing.com/showthread.php?129088-On-The-Edge-Of-Night&p=2118383#post2118383
By: Oxcart - 2nd March 2014 at 17:52
Simply outstanding. :applause
It wasn’t until the final word of your post that I realized it wasn’t a photograph.
I agree! Absolutely stunning piece of work!
How about an SR-71A next??
By: falcon012 - 2nd March 2014 at 16:48
Thanks Martin.
By: D1566 - 2nd March 2014 at 09:38
It wasn’t until the final word of your post that I realized it wasn’t a photograph.
Likewise. Excellent. :applause::applause:
By: falcon012 - 2nd March 2014 at 09:20
Thank you very much gentlemen. I am not a member of the GAvA.
By: Newforest - 1st March 2014 at 16:27
Will it be at……………………(Guild of Aviation Artists in July?).
By: John Green - 1st March 2014 at 13:38
Superb piece of aviation art.
By: Supermarine305 - 1st March 2014 at 11:07
Simply outstanding. :applause:
It wasn’t until the final word of your post that I realized it wasn’t a photograph.
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