Angel of Vengeance

Angel of Vengeance
(draft colorization)

Drawing with mouse lineart
Original size: 8000x4500px/300dpi
By ShadeFlowers, 2023.

This digital artwork presents a powerful and futuristic portrait of a winged female figure, created in Photoshop CS3 using a mouse. The precision of the linework and the smooth color transitions demonstrate careful control and patience, especially considering the technical limitations of drawing without a tablet.

The central character immediately commands attention with her vivid red hair, which flows straight down and frames her pale, softly shaded face. Her icy blue-green eyes are sharp and focused, giving her an intense, self-assured presence. The glossy red lips echo the vibrancy of her hair, creating a strong visual rhythm within the composition. Her expression is calm yet commanding, as if she is aware of her strength and purpose.

Large white wings extend from behind her shoulders, carefully layered with detailed feathers. They add a sense of grace and symbolism, suggesting protection, power, or transcendence. The wings are set against a circular backdrop that resembles a halo, reinforcing the almost celestial aura surrounding her. However, this angelic imagery is contrasted by the futuristic design of her outfit. She wears a structured suit with bold accents of yellow and blue, along with a high collar and graphic elements that hint at advanced technology or a sci-fi narrative.

The background combines soft blue skies with abstract black textures, digital square fragments, and organic vine-like silhouettes. This mixture of natural and technological elements creates dynamic tension, as if the figure exists between worlds - part angel, part cybernetic warrior.

Overall, the piece blends fantasy, science fiction, and graphic illustration. Strong contrasts, clean contours, and vibrant color accents give the portrait a bold, contemporary feel while maintaining emotional depth and symbolic strength.