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First look at Varda and the Trees

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But the Elves were at first unwilling to hearken to the summons, for they had as yet seen the Valar only in their wrath as they went to war, save Oromë alone; and they were filled with dread. Therefore Oromë was sent again to them, and he chose from among them ambassadors who should go to Valinor and speak for their people; and these were Ingwë, Finwë and Elwë, who afterwards were kings. And coming they were filled with awe by the glory and majesty of the Valar, and desired greatly the light and splendour of the Trees. Then Oromë brought them back to Cuiviénen, and they spoke before their people, and counselled them to heed the summons of the Valar and remove into the West.

J.R.R.Tolkien: Silmarillion


It can serve as an illustration to Fiondil's story Wonder, although I didn't know about the story when painting it. I also just learnt about Fiondil's passing on January 28 :( It's a great loss to the fanfiction cummunity, and I find this picture a fitting tribute.

If you are curious how I painted the leaves, you can download the texture and instructions here: shiny texture

Credits: border brush - PhoenixWildfire
             helpful advice - ebe-kastein and VisAnastasis 
             coloring tutorial - Abadir
Image size
710x1000px 1.07 MB
Make
OLYMPUS IMAGING CORP.
Model
E-PL5
Shutter Speed
1/125 second
Aperture
F/5.0
Focal Length
15 mm
ISO Speed
200
Date Taken
May 20, 2015, 1:08:28 PM
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Siiw's avatar
I just read a fanfiction somewhere of this scene. This is really strange! 

Great picture, too. :) The expressions of awe are excellent!