Finished my portrait of Omicron! It’s really hard to get accurate photos of the painting, since I have indoor lighting and some of the paints are reflective. He initially flared at it the first second he saw it; now he can’t stop studying it. I think it looks like uncanny valley to him and bewilders him a little.
If you want a portrait like this for your fish, let me know! Contact me here on tumblr, at deviantart, or e-mail at inthe13thhour(at)yahoo(dot)com. Pricing will depend on how complex the fish is (more intricate patterns take longer), but I’m thinking in the $25-$45 range (cost of materials included; shipping depends on your location but should be less than $5 in the US). The canvas is about 2.25in x 2.25in and comes with a matching display easel. Alternatively, you can request a same-size colored pencil illustration, in case you would rather have something flat that you can frame.
I also take commissions for lots of other things, like pets, people, web graphics (banners, backgrounds, sidebar images, signatures for your blog or site), tattoos…. the list goes on and on!
This happens when I was in 2nd grade elementary, and science subject happens to be my favorite - especially when its regarding animals! For a kid whose brains are thinking about fish 24/7, this is just inevitable.
Thankfully kids don’t make a big deal out of it. Thinking back it actually makes for an unforgettable memory ^_^
Rainbowfish: Colorful freshwater fish that makes excellent pets, they are highly active so best kept in a spacious aquarium! Hardy, straightforward, and easy to care for. Also not picky about their food, and have distinct preference for insects.
Absolutely safe for planted tank
Featured here are Boesemani rainbowfish; Red rainbowfish; Turquoise rainbowfish, Dwarf neon rainbowfish; Celebes Rainbowfish; Threadfin rainbowfish