This is my second art master post for
sastiel_bigbang's 2014 challenge, pinch hitting for
rosworms's story.
Title: The New Chapter
Author:
roswormsArtist:
kideztBeta:
nearlydeanCharacters & Pairing(s): Sastiel (Sam/Castiel) pairing, Sam Winchester, Castiel, Dean Winchester
Rating: T
Word Count: 17,372
Warnings: suicidal thoughts/tendencies/ideation, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, mental health issues
Summary: In this season two AU, after discovering a secret that Sam's been keeping, Dean convinces his brother that it would be beneficial if he were admitted to a mental health center. Sam's roommate, a man with messy black hair and sharp blue eyes and the unique name of Castiel, shows him the ropes and they soon become attached to one another. When Castiel discovers Sam's true identity, it's up to them to help them to start a new chapter in their lives.
This story was inspired by a tumblr prompt from
songsaboutsleep.
Link to fic:
AO3 Art also posted
on tumblr and
deviantArt.
There may be some spoilers ahead in the descriptions and my rambling!
This was an interesting fic to read. It's not often you see a story that explores Sam seeking help early in the seasons, and the addition of Castiel added another depth to the tale.
I had a lot of fun drawing the cover art for this. Like most of my other Big Bang entries, I experimented quite a bit with the art, and I hope the results turned out good. A big thanks to
waterwindow for her critical eye and input, for without her I will not get as much things done as I did!
This scene of Sam staring at an empty bed was one of the first things I was inspired to draw while reading the story. It's just one of those reoccurring scenes that sticks with you with its meaning. :)