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11 months ago
Busy With Cons And Animal Care But Im Starting The Next Ghibli Crossover Piece. Poses Are Set!

Busy with cons and animal care but I’m starting the next Ghibli crossover piece. Poses are set!


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1 year ago

San and Ashitaka Build

San And Ashitaka Build

This pile (well, there's other stuff mixed in there) is in fact the San and Ashitaka costumes I built earlier this year. I tried to do a vaguely historical approach to shapes and materials since the film is also vaguely historical, but I used modern sewing because I barely know how to sew in general. This is also why I started with the bow.

San And Ashitaka Build

To make a fake bow, for some reason I didn't like the usual PVC option, so I decided to make a long noodle out of EVA foam, carve it into shape with a craft knife, then add exaggerated wood texture with a wood burning tool. That then got covered in Worbla and painted with several layers of acrylic + a leather strap glued for a hand grip. The bow's 'string' is just thick elastic cord.

San And Ashitaka Build

Arrows are dowel rods cut to length with EVA foam points at one end and foam fletching at the other. I accidentally made all his arrows the samurai's arrows (oops) and have no idea why I felt the need to not use real feathers. The quiver is just a muslin bag, pretty boring lol.

San And Ashitaka Build

His sword is balsa wood and a napkin ring all glued together then covered in Worbla (featured here by another costume's progress). The blade and ring got spray painted metallic, the handle got a leather wrap like the bow. The sheath is just a foam box wrapped in fake suede, not really worth an action shot.

San And Ashitaka Build

Ashitaka's (happi? haori? not really sure) took two attempts and still doesn't quite fit, oops. I dyed the fabric to a shade I liked, then used a YT tutorial on making the coat. His pants were bought online, and I made a lil pouch for his mysterious dried rations.

San And Ashitaka Build

I fully just kind of made the sleeve happen; sketched a shape, cut it out, then continued adding scraps until I got something that fit okay.

San And Ashitaka Build

Delicious bowl cut...his wig was a struggle, since I needed it to be rough and basic but not Lord Faarquad. It came out okay, but it truly is giving home haircut from the 80s.

San And Ashitaka Build

Let's switch to San! Most of her clothes were bought, and I made the accessories. So this giant pile of fur will turn into a separated cape and hood. You may notice two tones of color there: I chose a longer Mongolian fur for the outside and a shorter Sherpa for the inside, because no one likes to see the raw inside of fake fur. There are curtain weights sewn into the paw shapes and front drapes of cape and hood to help them not fall back.

San And Ashitaka Build

For most of San, I used Kinpatsu Cosplay's patterns as the base, and adjusted them to be slightly more masculine (and a lot longer) to fit my San. The apron was made of linen and hemmed so the outer edges can fray over time. We'll get to weathering in a minute (I did not take many WIP pics during making all of this).

San And Ashitaka Build

I made the mask really round and the eyes slightly farther apart to up the uncanniness of it. The mask and ears got base coated in black matte acrylic, then color slowly added using sea sponge.

San And Ashitaka Build

The dagger was made of a mix of foam and balsa wood that got glued together, then covered in Worbla. I spent way too long staring at the movie to decide the arrow shapes on the blade were raised rather than recessed. The blade got spray painted metallic, the arrows hand painted red, the pommel spray painted black. The handle got a leather strap wrap.

San And Ashitaka Build

Her necklace was a mix of wood and stone beads, and three toofs made of some very crusty foam clay I had sitting around. They got formed and dried around paintbrushes to make the stringing hole, sanded, then painted with acrylic to get that old tooth look. San's wig was basically used out of the bag, and her accessories were just foam wrapped in fabric with shell beads glued on.

San And Ashitaka Build

Weathering, the second most fun part of this build! I used a mix of dry brushing on acrylic paint in various brown and tan tones, spraying/splattering with a strong black tea, and using an airbrush to add dirt and wear to everything. A lot of edges and corners also got sanded to soften them and look less crisp and new.

San And Ashitaka Build

And then we got fancy professional photos! If you're in Texas, check if Wild Momo Photography is heading to your con. She's fantastic, truly. Hope you enjoyed reading through this journey, and it's potentially helpful if you're building your own cursed prince and wolf girl.


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2 years ago

please reach target audience

appreication post for Ashitaka because i barely see anything of this man. give him some love!

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we love us a talented man

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the things I WOULD DO FOR A HUG LIKE THAT

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his smile?? excuse me??

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he's so cute

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mans looking a bit too good even on the brink of death...

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anyways stan this king rn


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4 years ago

In Japan, mythical spirits and creatures that interfere with human life are called yokai. Yokai that are particularly dangerous or hostile towards humans are called Mononoke. So really the title of the Studio Ghibli film is basically “Princess Openly Hostile”


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4 years ago
 W-w-w... Wolf Child
 W-w-w... Wolf Child

• W-w-w... wolf child 😳 •

Some weeks ago I was feeling down (like down down down down), add one big mound of classwork and projects to that and... yeah... not so great.

So I decided I would watch Princess Mononoke instead of doing all the stuff I was supposed to do!!! (I don’t do that EVER, and I decided such a distraction would help me a lot. It did!)

It’d been a good couple of years since I last saw this movie, up to date, it remains one out of my two favorite Ghibli movies (right there with beautiful Ponyo 🥰).

[DO NOT REPOST/REUPLOAD, MODIFY/EDIT, OR USE MY ART WITHOUT MY PERMISSION]

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8 years ago

If you haven't seen this movie, I would seriously suggest doing so. Such a classic movie.

oroichonno - Ask Tribal Canterlot

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2 years ago

Absolutely despicable.

2D men have warped my standards. They are now ridiculously high.

Ghibli men?? Have you seen them. Gorgeous men. Unpopular opinion but Ashitaka>>>

Absolutely Despicable.

bruh have you seen this too????

Absolutely Despicable.
Absolutely Despicable.
Absolutely Despicable.

ghibli men are the standard. goodbye.


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2 years ago

please reach target audience

appreication post for Ashitaka because i barely see anything of this man. give him some love!

Please Reach Target Audience
Please Reach Target Audience

we love us a talented man

Please Reach Target Audience
Please Reach Target Audience

the things I WOULD DO FOR A HUG LIKE THAT

Please Reach Target Audience

his smile?? excuse me??

Please Reach Target Audience
Please Reach Target Audience

he's so cute

Please Reach Target Audience
Please Reach Target Audience

mans looking a bit too good even on the brink of death...

Please Reach Target Audience

anyways stan this king rn


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2 years ago

another goddamn appreciation post for another goddamn ghibli film!

Princess Mononoke

i love this film so so much. on the same level as Nausicaa tbfh

the concept and message of this film is top tier. i like how it is very morally grey and challenges your perceptions on the constant battle between humanity and nature.

+characters are also fucking amazing [personal favourites; san, ashitaka, moro, EBOSHI]

Another Goddamn Appreciation Post For Another Goddamn Ghibli Film!
Another Goddamn Appreciation Post For Another Goddamn Ghibli Film!
Another Goddamn Appreciation Post For Another Goddamn Ghibli Film!
Another Goddamn Appreciation Post For Another Goddamn Ghibli Film!
Another Goddamn Appreciation Post For Another Goddamn Ghibli Film!

she looks so beautiful here you cannot disagree

Another Goddamn Appreciation Post For Another Goddamn Ghibli Film!
Another Goddamn Appreciation Post For Another Goddamn Ghibli Film!
Another Goddamn Appreciation Post For Another Goddamn Ghibli Film!
Another Goddamn Appreciation Post For Another Goddamn Ghibli Film!

it's more on the 'darker' side, at least compared to most ghibli films, but i highly recommend it. very intriguing, stunning art and cinematography, complex characters. big bonus if you're passionate about nature , yes yes


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The Leaves Are Changing And The Days Are Getting Chillier. The Autumn Vibes Make Me Want To Cuddle Up

The leaves are changing and the days are getting chillier. The autumn vibes make me want to cuddle up with my huskies, so I drew San and her wolf siblings based on some photos of my babies❤️

The Leaves Are Changing And The Days Are Getting Chillier. The Autumn Vibes Make Me Want To Cuddle Up
The Leaves Are Changing And The Days Are Getting Chillier. The Autumn Vibes Make Me Want To Cuddle Up

HD images and full art videos will be DMed on my Patreon.com/Yuumei on Oct 5th


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The Leaves Are Changing And The Days Are Getting Chillier. The Autumn Vibes Make Me Want To Cuddle Up

The leaves are changing and the days are getting chillier. The autumn vibes make me want to cuddle up with my huskies, so I drew San and her wolf siblings based on some photos of my babies❤️

The Leaves Are Changing And The Days Are Getting Chillier. The Autumn Vibes Make Me Want To Cuddle Up
The Leaves Are Changing And The Days Are Getting Chillier. The Autumn Vibes Make Me Want To Cuddle Up

HD images and full art videos will be DMed on my Patreon.com/Yuumei on Oct 5th


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The Leaves Are Changing And The Days Are Getting Chillier. The Autumn Vibes Make Me Want To Cuddle Up

The leaves are changing and the days are getting chillier. The autumn vibes make me want to cuddle up with my huskies, so I drew San and her wolf siblings based on some photos of my babies❤️

The Leaves Are Changing And The Days Are Getting Chillier. The Autumn Vibes Make Me Want To Cuddle Up
The Leaves Are Changing And The Days Are Getting Chillier. The Autumn Vibes Make Me Want To Cuddle Up

HD images and full art videos will be DMed on my Patreon.com/Yuumei on Oct 5th


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6 months ago
I'm Currently In Europe Visiting The In-laws, But All I Can Think About Are My Huskies Back Home I Miss

I'm currently in Europe visiting the in-laws, but all I can think about are my huskies back home 😭 I miss my babies 💔 can't wait to hug them again in a week

I'm Currently In Europe Visiting The In-laws, But All I Can Think About Are My Huskies Back Home I Miss


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1 year ago

please reach target audience

appreication post for Ashitaka because i barely see anything of this man. give him some love!

Please Reach Target Audience
Please Reach Target Audience

we love us a talented man

Please Reach Target Audience
Please Reach Target Audience

the things I WOULD DO FOR A HUG LIKE THAT

Please Reach Target Audience

his smile?? excuse me??

Please Reach Target Audience
Please Reach Target Audience

he's so cute

Please Reach Target Audience
Please Reach Target Audience

mans looking a bit too good even on the brink of death...

Please Reach Target Audience

anyways stan this king rn


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11 months ago
Two Different Versions Of My Favorite Photo Of My Cosplay Of San From Mononoke Hime Because I Couldn't
Two Different Versions Of My Favorite Photo Of My Cosplay Of San From Mononoke Hime Because I Couldn't

Two different versions of my favorite photo of my cosplay of San from Mononoke Hime because I couldn't choose one. Still can't... one looks real af and that makes it look good but the other looks magical af and I can't resist magic ✨️ so I don't know...


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11 months ago
My Mononoke Hime Was The Last Cosplay I Finished Last Year And Possibly My Favorite One That Didn't Take

My mononoke hime was the last cosplay I finished last year and possibly my favorite one that didn't take forever and a half to make. The props are made of pvc pipes and EVA foam and I used fake leather and fur for all the white parts like the boots and cape, the dress was just an old dress I cut up.


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