Artpost for "Red, The Color of Love and Blood"

[dwimpala21]

Created for quicky_bang

Title: Red, the color of love and blood.

Author: jdl71

Artist: dwimpala21

Medium: Photo Manips

Pairing: Sam/Dean

Rating: Explicit

Warning: Vampires, Blood, Bite marks, Wincest.

Word count: 1900

Summary: Dean embraces his new life as a vampire.

Link to story:  Ao3

A bit of wincest with Vampires? Bite Marks? Blood? Who would pass on? Definitely not me. Lol! I just had to claim this gem. It's a beautiful story about the irresistible bond between the brothers. All kudos to Jen, for creating a wonderful world blended with SPN. Also, this is a second story by her that I claimed. I can't seem to resist her charm! Here's a breakdown of the final piece came into being.

1. Step 1 was to find proper pictures of Dean and Sam. I proceeded to create cut outs with changing the perspective and setting the boys at particular angle in order to suit the frame. The idea behind highlighting Dean was because the fic talks about how Dean embraces his new life as Vampire.





2. Step 2 was to add the elements like teeth, bite marks and blood. This is how the rough draft came into being.

3. Step 3:Fine Tuning. Sharpened the features, softened the skin tone and did adjustments with saturation, vibrance, gamma  and, temperature.  Added a red tint because duh, the title! It's all about blood and love. Blended the gradient of red and orange called "Phenomenon" and added a frame to give it a formal look.



4. Step 4 was to add a filter called "Kodak Warmth" and insert the text and decorative, giving it a formal view. Because come on, Vamps are all about old lavish mansions, clothes and luxury. Lol (At least in my head). I used the font "Gloria" because it it brings out the intensity and the boldness of the nature of the relationship between the brothers. (or so it felt to me). The final piece was ready!



This would never have happened without the constant feedback from Jen. She's a wonderful author and an amazing friend. So, thank you for trusting me with your fic, once again!! Much love.