It's too well drawn! If that's even possible. Ok, I am going to believe that you drew this...even though it's very hard to. AMAZING. Again, IT LOOKS LIKE A PICTURE! Deserves more than a 5.
Comment by LOTRfreak02 - April 28, 2003 @ 11:50 AM - Rated a 5
We likes it!
Comment by idril_celebrimbal - April 28, 2003 @ 12:39 PM - Rated a 5
That's awesome!!!
Comment by Merry*sMaiden - April 28, 2003 @ 5:36 PM - Rated a 5
I think that when a drawing is too close from a picture, it's no longer interesting but I must admit that it's a beautiful portrait I love this scene
Comment by nimirwyn - April 29, 2003 @ 3:12 AM - Rated a 5
these are either with a computer program or you're one of the best portrait artists I've ever seen
Comment by Larwen - April 29, 2003 @ 6:16 AM
I am SOOOOOO sorry!!!!!!!!! I meant to hit "no rating"... I feel so bad... the last thing this deserves is a zero. I wish the webmasters could take that off or something. I'm gonna email them and ask. I'm sorry!!!!!!!!
Comment by Larwen - April 29, 2003 @ 6:18 AM
amazing...how is it possible?
Comment by WildChild/MaidenNimrodel - April 29, 2003 @ 3:03 PM - Rated a 5
I love the use of light. This is so realistic.
Comment by Tinuviel2 - April 30, 2003 @ 5:16 AM - Rated a 5
Thanks everbody for the comments! Larwen: It's ok, no problem.
Comment by Orsi81 - May 2, 2003 @ 4:51 AM
that you accually have darwn this.. To close. Did you take it from a picture? Looking and just painting it off?
LoL
Comment by Eviel - May 2, 2003 @ 5:26 AM
nothing more to say.
Comment by Iamme - May 2, 2003 @ 12:32 PM - Rated a 5
I drew it from a picture from the movie, yes
Comment by Orsi81 - May 6, 2003 @ 12:19 AM
i haven't words to say you. one of the bests portraits of gandalf. it's better than a photograph!
Comment by lalaith17 - May 6, 2003 @ 6:29 AM - Rated a 5
HOW ON EARTH DID YOU DO THAT??????????? Geez, I wish I could draw like that. I seriously thought it was a black and white photo from the movie. This is so AWESOME!!!!!!
Comment by ArtfulDodger2006 - May 6, 2003 @ 4:56 PM - Rated a 5
I like it.
Comment by Merryx - May 7, 2003 @ 7:53 AM - Rated a 5
This is quite impressive. I love your technique. Is it charcoal? It's wonderful.
Comment by hisstah - May 7, 2003 @ 9:29 PM - Rated a 5
Holy crap... This is exceptionally spectacular. You always manage to capture the right feelings. It's so amazing!
Comment by CrimsonElf - May 10, 2003 @ 9:50 AM - Rated a 5
Comment by $mAug_dRagYn - May 10, 2003 @ 9:39 PM - Rated a 5
Very Good
Comment by Zayari - May 11, 2003 @ 9:20 AM - Rated a 5
Good and deep
Comment by Tblue - May 12, 2003 @ 11:52 PM - Rated a 5
this one heck brilliant drawing. love it!
Comment by Hana - May 13, 2003 @ 12:25 AM - Rated a 5
Love it. I envy your skill!
Comment by Scarlet - May 14, 2003 @ 8:11 PM - Rated a 5
Very good job here, I love the overall effect.
Keep it up.
Comment by Luthien79 - May 15, 2003 @ 6:07 AM - Rated a 5
This looks like a photo adn so 3D, and it really looks like the movie Gandalf. You captured the action. Good job on the shading and details! The left side of the hair looks a little too straight and flat.
Comment by fishy071 - May 16, 2003 @ 9:54 PM - Rated a 5
I tried to do it, but you 've done it! You nailed the grey pilgrim! Frida
Comment by frida - May 18, 2003 @ 7:41 AM - Rated a 5
One of the best drawings of Gandalf I've ever seen!
Comment by hobbitinmoria - May 18, 2003 @ 10:54 AM - Rated a 5
nothing more to say but amazing If I could I would rate it a 10 out of 5
Comment by avid-LOTR-reader - May 18, 2003 @ 11:37 AM - Rated a 5
i mean, this is really, REALLY good. But, I'm sorry if I offend you, but you can't really trust what ppl say because of computer editing. I do quite a bit of computer stuff myself, and I kno what you can do. I only wish that I could rate this l8er after I check it to make sure. I'm sure you wouldn't mind if I just told you my rating after, would you? I mean no offence, but you hafta be careful nowadays.
Love and Peace, Daisy Toadfoot of Frogmotton
Comment by A_Randir_Vithren - May 18, 2003 @ 2:43 PM
Yes, I can understand you, and thank you for being honest, you didn't offend me. My problem is that I know that this is my drawing, but I can't really prove it, just If I could show it to you, but how? The only thing I can say that my scanner made all of my drawings darker than they are, and I always do them after a photo. That's all I can say. Bye!
Comment by Orsi81 - May 18, 2003 @ 11:54 PM
I do beileve that A_Randir_Vithren has a point but if you say its yours, why would you bother lying?
Comment by Queen_Mabb - May 19, 2003 @ 10:50 AM
This is a fab pic. Such good art work. I do not know what to say!
Comment by 00adickens - May 22, 2003 @ 4:36 AM - Rated a 5
it is SOOOOOOOOOO realistic- i actually thought it was a black and white photo at first! it is obviously drawn, so stop insulting it all you 'your a cheat' people... HE'S NOT A CHEAT! it's obviously drawn and it is OBVIOUSLY THE GREATEST THING I'VE EVER SEEN!!! sorry... got a bit carried away then...
IT IS SOOOOOOOOOOOO AMAZING! (ignore all of those stupid/evil freaks and keep drawing as great as this) sorry... bit carried away again! 'by jove it's fantastic, isn't it winston!?!' 'i'll say old chap!' (sorry again- it's the shock... kicking in!)
xxx elgalad xxx
Comment by elgalad - May 22, 2003 @ 4:42 AM - Rated a 5
After reading some comments - I looked for exactly this composition in the movie - couldn't find one frame that matched and I went thru the scene frame by frame. The artist had to draw the three elements together - Gandalf, the tongs and the ring the way they looked in the movie - but there is no frame that has the same composition. The artist drew her own composition - and a very nice one at that.
Comment by ladykris - May 22, 2003 @ 9:01 PM - Rated a 5
Amazing...
Comment by gelirwen - May 27, 2003 @ 6:35 AM - Rated a 5
dude, this has got to be the best pic of gandalf in this age -personally i give it a 10!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Comment by dale - May 29, 2003 @ 9:34 AM - Rated a 5
WOW!!!! This is amazing. I have nothing but praise for you always and I look forward to seeing ur drawings online like everyday! This is amazing though! Absolutely astounding...I can't really describe it proparly...
Thanx for ur seemingly neverending talent - its brightened my day
Nieninque
Comment by I_am_Nieninque - June 11, 2003 @ 2:49 AM - Rated a 5
This is the greatest picture of gandalf i have ever seen!! it is so cool!
Comment by queenofthecornfield - June 14, 2003 @ 10:13 AM - Rated a 5
it really looks like a picture, but I believe it's a drawing. Really wonderful!
I want to be able to draw things like this really wonderful
I'm getting jealous
Comment by Avariawen - June 26, 2003 @ 3:16 AM - Rated a 5
its looks almost as if it were a photo copy!!!
Comment by iloveELIJA - July 30, 2003 @ 11:54 AM
you deserve a lot of praise for this but im afraid i cant type for beans sorry! you should really consider giving lessons though you could teach me a thing or two
Comment by maggiem - August 3, 2003 @ 3:56 PM - Rated a 5
I can write, but I can`t spell. Another thing I can`t do is draw, that`s why I`m so jealous.
Comment by Orli`sGirl - August 22, 2003 @ 4:51 PM - Rated a 5
My favorite character from the books is Gandalf, and this is amazing. I'm definitely printing this out and taping it on the outside of my dorm door for everyone to see, with proper credit of course. Great job! This deserves more than a measly "five".
Comment by Mungo - August 22, 2003 @ 8:35 PM - Rated a 5
It almost looks like a black and white photo! I'm amazed by the shading and how you used so much dark shading, adding a realistic feel to the sketch. Sweet!
~Aragorn_King77
Comment by Aragorn_king77 - September 2, 2003 @ 2:24 PM - Rated a 5
just Excellent!!!
Comment by Loopy - September 4, 2003 @ 5:16 PM - Rated a 5
Something is getting printed out!!!
Comment by Legolorn - September 17, 2003 @ 6:41 AM - Rated a 5
This is a really cool drawing!!!! I swear I wish I could draw like that!!!! I definitly give this a 5!!!!
Comment by iamArwen - September 29, 2003 @ 9:30 PM - Rated a 5
Nice Job
Comment by kjlester - October 7, 2003 @ 8:47 AM - Rated a 5
This sketch shows alot of talent and patience were put into the making of it. Great job!
Comment by GruladTheOrc - October 8, 2003 @ 3:21 PM - Rated a 5
...excelent!
DS
Comment by fr0d0 - October 29, 2003 @ 12:13 AM - Rated a 5
Why that Aragorn pic is so high is beyond me. It's good, but not that good. This is far better, granted there is no color but the realism is astounding, this person should certainly consider lythographs as a career
Comment by im2q4u - October 29, 2003 @ 1:13 AM - Rated a 5
I love it! Looks real.
Comment by NewZealand - October 29, 2003 @ 5:01 PM - Rated a 5
wondefull, nice shadow effects!
Comment by Ararrin - October 31, 2003 @ 2:48 AM - Rated a 5
give more pictures!!! absolutely perfect.
Comment by flupke - October 31, 2003 @ 12:26 PM - Rated a 5
Cool picture! Me like muchly!!!! Draw more!!! Me like pretty things
Comment by AdrielofKeldor - October 31, 2003 @ 1:48 PM - Rated a 5
Have you got any more pictures that you've drawn? I'd like to see them if you do, cause this is good! Way good.
Comment by frodo_rules - October 31, 2003 @ 2:22 PM - Rated a 5
0o-(^ . ^)-o0
Thumbs UP
Comment by Wormtongue - November 1, 2003 @ 10:01 AM - Rated a 5
You drew this?!
Comment by ArtfulDodger0730 - November 1, 2003 @ 11:39 AM
I love it. Beautiful. Very, very, very well done.
Comment by alkaline3 - November 1, 2003 @ 2:13 PM - Rated a 5
Orsi, ez hihetetlenül jó! It's incredibly good, very well done!!!!! God, I feel like drawing something too, but now I don't think I should...
Comment by Andrúil - November 2, 2003 @ 3:38 AM - Rated a 5
i look forward to seeing more of ur work keep up the good work 2!!!!!
Comment by *lilprincessMee - November 2, 2003 @ 1:52 PM - Rated a 5
i have to say ur one kick a** artist so keep up the good work
Comment by naryatheringoffire - November 3, 2003 @ 2:09 PM - Rated a 5
woooooooooooooooooooowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
Comment by naryatheringoffire - November 4, 2003 @ 9:26 AM
we likesss it...
Comment by Nár - November 9, 2003 @ 3:00 AM - Rated a 5
Nice. Very nice indeed.
Comment by enlome - November 12, 2003 @ 4:17 PM - Rated a 5
What a masterpiece! Beautifully done! It looks as though it is a real picture!
Comment by LMDBrighteyes - November 12, 2003 @ 5:29 PM - Rated a 5
Beautifully drawn! Keep it up.
Comment by Orangeblossom_Bumbleroot - November 19, 2003 @ 5:02 PM - Rated a 5
Impressive.........it's not half bad
Comment by ALadyOfTheWood - November 20, 2003 @ 7:44 AM - Rated a 5
I... I LOST MY VOICE O____________________O IT'S INCREDIBLE!!!!!! beautiful!!! ;_; pretty!!!!! it's fantastic
Comment by Éowyn... - November 20, 2003 @ 9:58 AM
That is an awesome picture and I too swear it is a photo. OMG!! Great! and all of you Elijah Wood luvers out there he is mine and we are already engaged. :-P
Comment by Hobbitlass15 - November 23, 2003 @ 2:41 PM - Rated a 5
Comment by Hobbitlass15 - November 23, 2003 @ 2:42 PM
I kind of agree, it almost does look like a photograph. But, we all know it's not (come on, I know it's good, but it doesn't look THAT real). And even if it is a pic, it's awesome.
Comment by gandalf139 - November 24, 2003 @ 5:02 AM - Rated a 5
We mean what we say about trolling. It will not be tolerated. Any comment that has been deemed to be insulting and not keeping within the TOS of TORC has been dealt with. This is a warning to those of you who feel it necessary to be rude, and rate fine art low for your own malicious purposes...it will no longer be tolerated.
Comment by LadyCoralie - November 25, 2003 @ 12:26 PM - Rated a 5
This is so good, I swear!! Great contrast, especially between his mustache and the black spots! You've mastered the technique of drawing what you see and not what you know. It's increadible.
Comment by Evanstar88 - November 25, 2003 @ 8:19 PM - Rated a 5
Ms Orsolya you have a gift with monocolor pastel. AMAZING!
Comment by fionaugh - November 26, 2003 @ 5:20 AM
its GREAT!!!
Comment by Swt_Lil_Baby_Angel - November 26, 2003 @ 11:28 AM - Rated a 5
its GREAT!!!
Comment by Swt_Lil_Baby_Angel - November 26, 2003 @ 11:28 AM - Rated a 5
I would love to have that framed and hanging on my wall! 8- ) Beautiful
Comment by WitchKing_of_Angmar - November 27, 2003 @ 6:29 AM - Rated a 5
Be very careful I_luv_blitz!
Comment edited by LadyCoralie
Comment by I_luv_blitz - November 28, 2003 @ 7:25 AM
This is an absolutely Amazing picture, I sure wish I could sketch that well..
Comment by Legolasfirstlove - November 28, 2003 @ 9:37 PM - Rated a 5
I believe you drew this because people can get sued for taking credit for a drawing that's not theirs. So, awesome job! I can't wait to see more of your drawings. You are drawing more, right???
Comment by Balëwing - November 29, 2003 @ 11:54 PM - Rated a 5
The best drawing I've ever seen! Nice work!
Comment by Dimalus - December 3, 2003 @ 4:04 PM - Rated a 5
We will not tolerate comments that are in violation of the terms of service of this site. If you persist in this behaviour, further action will be taken.
LadyCoralie
Comment by chemnik - December 5, 2003 @ 1:54 PM
i aint gonna say nuffin cause it wouldnt do it justice. its too gd to describe
Comment by aragornofthedunedain - December 7, 2003 @ 12:41 PM - Rated a 5
The last 2 comments were deleted as they were criticisms regarding the artist doing a portrait of Ian McKellan. It is entirely up to the artist whether they wish to do to a portrait of an actor or something else entirely and has nothing to do with the quality of the piece. Each piece should be judged on its own merits. Whether you are tired of seeing actors in the roles of your beloved characters or not is not a licence to criticise.
Comment by LadyCoralie - December 10, 2003 @ 9:45 AM
I am not criticizing this piece because it is a portrait of an actor, but because it is an exact replica of reality that leaves no room for subjective interpretation as any good work of art, displaying at least some measure of independent creative input on the part of the artist, should. This is my opinion, it is not beligerent or unwarranted, and it is directed chiefly at the artistic quality of the piece and not its subject.
I don't think it is a bad piece...In fact it is technically superb. But I would like it more if it did not depict literal reality with such rigour.
Comment by NoetherianRingBearer - December 10, 2003 @ 10:34 PM - Rated a 4
I looked frame by frame for this exact composition in the movie - there is none. The artist had to combine the elements in her OWN composition - ie she did display some measure of independent creative input - quite a bit in fact. While creating a very realistic drawing, it was very subjectively and artistically done. If this is an exact replica then please post the exact source you think she copied from .
Comment by ladykris - December 11, 2003 @ 1:34 PM
You should look at the visual companion, Ladykris. Page 4.
Anyway, I think that the difference between a 4 and a 5 rating is the little touch of magic that some drawings have... And it is very hard to find it in a picture that I know by heart before I even see it.
Comment by Hobbit-lass - December 11, 2003 @ 6:16 PM - Rated a 4
so you are saying this is a drawing? amazing
Comment by Myth - December 12, 2003 @ 5:45 PM
this aint no drawing this is a photo,amazing how good this artist was who was it
Comment by DragonslayerDre - December 15, 2003 @ 12:03 AM - Rated a 5
i dont know how this picture could summon up so many people hmmmmmm but very good i mean its so realistic when i grow up i wish to be one of the most bestest drawers in the whole world!!
Comment by Legolases_eyes - December 15, 2003 @ 3:03 AM - Rated a 5
FAB!! absolutely FABULOUS!!!!!
Comment by Shieldmaiden_pippin - December 16, 2003 @ 10:34 AM
i wish i could draw like that i'd be rich and famous.
Comment by Levana - December 17, 2003 @ 1:52 AM - Rated a 5
I think I spelt that wrong....oh well.. about your picture, it is absolutly gorgeous, like almost everyone else that commented, i wish i could drw like that.
Rating: 23 and 1/2 million
I know, i'm weird. oh well for the second time.
Comment by Neana - December 17, 2003 @ 4:10 PM - Rated a 5
And unfortunately, I'm not one of his preferred customers.
God bless me. -_-
Anyways, live it up, you gots sill!!
Comment by Changeling_Fay - December 17, 2003 @ 4:26 PM - Rated a 5
you've read Tithe-a modern faerie tale haven't u cool me too!!!!!!!!!!and thats not how you spell fey! anyway heres a picy i drew it!!!!! pl,ease have a look
Legolases_eyes....I've edited your comment as the link does not work. If your art is Tolkien related, may I suggest posting it in the gallery yourself?
Comment by Legolases_eyes - December 17, 2003 @ 11:51 PM
I cannot believe what a great artist you are! You have a special gift (obviously) so keep it up!
Comment by Quidditchgurl69 - December 19, 2003 @ 6:33 PM - Rated a 4
This is completly amazing! I luv it
Comment by Tiny_Took - December 19, 2003 @ 11:12 PM - Rated a 5
this is amazing.
Comment by Alatarial - December 22, 2003 @ 11:55 AM - Rated a 5
I stared at the drawing for a solid 5 minutes, but I still do not have enough of the drawing. I am still wowed out. This dude has talent, no kidding. This picture can sell for $1,000 or over.
Comment by mithril - December 22, 2003 @ 10:43 PM - Rated a 5
On its own, it is a nice piece of work. However, I am troubled by how many people are drawing the actors, rather than their own personal image of what the characters look like. By drawing the actor, the artist limits himself / herself. My first impression of the artwork is that the artist took a mental snapshot and simply drew that snapshot, however masterfully.
And to the moderators, please stop deleting my posts. These are not malicious and they contain no ill-will. In the words of Gandalf, "I'm not trying to rob you! I'm trying to help you." (smiles) Read my review of the "Elberth Starkindler" artwork and then judge me.
There will be no criticism allowed regarding the choice of an artist's subject. The argument that this is a picture of an actor is not a valid one to give a low rating. Your post has not been deleted, but I have edited the rating....LadyCoralie
Comment by FraKcture - December 24, 2003 @ 9:54 AM
I suppose I am prejudiced to give a rating because of my stated feelings. I'm just trying to challenge the artists. They have much talent to share.
Comment by FraKcture - December 26, 2003 @ 7:19 AM
We take the TOS at tolkienonline very seriously. Any violation results in serious steps being taken. The request for you to keep your comments friendly is there in plain English for you to read. If you cannot control yourself, you will be banned from this site. No one appreciates being insulted in such a manner. LadyCoralie
Comment by MirkPrince7 - December 26, 2003 @ 4:28 PM
pretty good..but the shadows do not work well in this piece. Realistic and well done; the hands are beautiful. I just like brighter scenes.
Comment by tasndf247 - December 26, 2003 @ 11:29 PM
Excellent Drawing~! Very well made. The expression is captured very well indeed - the seriousness and grave face.
Comment by gandalftwhite - December 27, 2003 @ 4:10 AM - Rated a 5
Wow! Great pic and very well done! I love his expressions, you really pulled out the charector well! Namarie!
Comment by lov*Frodo*Olorin* - December 28, 2003 @ 7:24 PM - Rated a 5
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Comment by Elven_Clothe - December 28, 2003 @ 11:46 PM - Rated a 5
...!¡
Comment by Baggins_of_the_Shire - December 28, 2003 @ 11:48 PM - Rated a 5
that is such a good drawing of gandalf, probably the best i have seen. i hope when i am more experienced i can draw like that! amazing job!!
Comment by Meawen_of_Gondor - December 28, 2003 @ 11:49 PM - Rated a 5
wow! it fills my tummy with tingles everytime I look a t this picture
Comment by TheE.I.Cebu - December 29, 2003 @ 8:18 AM - Rated a 5
The pic doesn't seem big enough for me but it looks very good. I have seen better works by professionals but this certainly falls on the same lines.
Comment by Captin_Beregond - December 29, 2003 @ 3:30 PM - Rated a 4
This drawing blows me away every time I see it. Wow.
Comment by hisstah - January 1, 2004 @ 9:51 AM
good
Comment by Giltári - January 2, 2004 @ 3:28 AM - Rated a 4
My comment wasn't saved...
So, I'll comment again.
This is great! I love the look on his face!
Arien
Comment by ArienelFeawen - January 4, 2004 @ 3:45 PM - Rated a 5
OMG!! That looks absolutly amazing!! deserves way more than a 5!!
Comment by alakiathwen - January 5, 2004 @ 7:15 AM - Rated a 5
I like the shadows and lighting
Comment by Ral - January 11, 2004 @ 9:49 AM
The best picture of Gandalf. Wow.
Gyönyörűen rajzolsz, csak irigyelni tudlak.
Comment by Dit - January 14, 2004 @ 3:12 AM - Rated a 5
This has got to be my favorite pic of Gandalf in the whole gallery! It's increadible. I'm in awe, I never could never express all the feelings that I get when I look at this picture. The shadows and contrast are perfect. I am speechless. But they say a picture is worth a thousand words, right? Well then, I'd say that your pic sums up all that I can say about it! And I will say it again...this picture is increadible! Keep drawing!! God Bless!! "*Lirinen*"
Comment by Lirinen - February 7, 2004 @ 6:01 PM - Rated a 5
Awesome Love it
Comment by Gorthal - February 8, 2004 @ 5:04 PM - Rated a 5
Incredible pencil drawing, it looks like a black-and-white photo! I wish I could draw this good!
Comment by Adree - February 14, 2004 @ 3:29 PM - Rated a 5
You are really talented. wow. {:0)
Comment by silversword - February 21, 2004 @ 5:14 PM - Rated a 5
I love this! it's great good job
Comment by lady_nande - February 25, 2004 @ 3:19 PM - Rated a 5
It's very rare that your can find a decent drawn Gandalf picture...but this goes beyond decent! It's amazing!
Comment by Orli_is_mine!!! - February 27, 2004 @ 8:34 PM
wow. its soooo good. AMAZING job
Comment by BlueDeena - June 4, 2004 @ 2:27 PM - Rated a 5
Can you direct us to the source of your drawing please...
amazing talent dude... rev
Comment by revilal - March 8, 2005 @ 9:04 AM - Rated a 5
very impressive! almost looks like a b&w photo.
Comment by bilbos_ring - June 29, 2005 @ 5:34 PM - Rated a 5
Wow that picture is awesome..i dont think its a real pic i can see the detail..Good Job dood
Comment by Samytheowl - July 1, 2005 @ 6:17 AM - Rated a 5
wow
Comment by undomiel2007 - July 22, 2005 @ 3:03 PM - Rated a 5
for a minute there i lost myself... are you the sandro botticeli's clone?
Comment by lost_in_shire - September 8, 2005 @ 1:43 AM - Rated a 5
This is an awsome Picture. I can't believe you have such great talent.
Cal
Comment by Caligo - November 11, 2005 @ 11:08 AM - Rated a 5
LadyCoralie Admin
Comment by cleverer_radagast - March 17, 2006 @ 3:36 AM
my precious said it looks good!
Comment by SSjbolt - April 17, 2006 @ 12:23 PM - Rated a 5
Painfully, I have officially abandoned Tolkien Online, due to matters which are best left unsaid.
For those of you who enjoyed my writing, I beg your forgiveness and understanding. Writing fanfictions holds no pleasure for me anymore. I have not, however, given up the arts, as at the current time in my life they seem to be the only hope I have of a future. Thanks to my good friend, I have come to discover www.deviantart.com, and through it, a new obsession and passion for art in almost every form. Coming particularly to the for are photography and photomanipulations. I still write poetry and stories, however, which I will begin to submit with increasing regularity. I do hope that if any of you should be in need of contacting me, you will come and find me at dragonstella.deviantart.com OR email me at stella_wisha@yahoo.com (although you may wish to be sure to put in a subject such as "from a tolkienonliner" as I get a lot of spam)
Several months back, I left Tolkien Online out of frustration and anger. Now I once again say goodbye, and it is only that: goodbye. The same kind of goodbye one says to fourth grade when moving up to fifth, or to being 14 when turning 15.
Cordially, and forever, yours. DragonStella
Comment by DragonStella - May 9, 2006 @ 9:41 PM
this is SO AWESOME!!!! I love it - I draw quite a bit but I'm terrible @ it lol - your awesome!!! how do you do it??? H5!!!
Alatáriël Vardamir
Comment by Alatariel_Vardamir - June 27, 2006 @ 11:41 AM - Rated a 5
Love it. Keep up the GREAT work!
Comment by *mushroom_dudes* - August 11, 2006 @ 2:14 PM
Another amazing gandalf...
Comment by jonathan - October 24, 2006 @ 1:57 AM - Rated a 5
I can´t say nothing more than that it is perfect.
Comment by Kiriwana - February 19, 2007 @ 5:41 AM - Rated a 5
that is an amazing drawing!wonderful use of shadow!
Comment by Tims - November 3, 2008 @ 11:36 AM - Rated a 5
Comment by Onónion - November 10, 2008 @ 9:07 AM - Rated a 5
Dude, that is awesome! 5 Stars!
Comment by Iron Grasp - December 24, 2008 @ 10:52 AM - Rated a 5
This is excellent I love the light and dark contrast, the emotion in his face and the wisdom expressed..and also the fear of the ring.
Truly amazing.
Comment by Rishi - January 13, 2009 @ 1:51 PM - Rated a 5
dude thats so cool .
Comment by shaun - March 8, 2009 @ 12:02 PM - Rated a 5
That drawing is SO cool! I like to draw too, but I'm not nearly that good! I rate it 100% Well, 99%, you'd have to do it in color to get 100 from me. But it's perfect! I love it!
Comment by LuthienElvenFair - March 24, 2009 @ 6:09 PM - Rated a 5
WELL DONE LAD! x)
Comment by BBTACO - April 30, 2009 @ 12:43 AM - Rated a 5
THAT IS FOR CONCIOUS AND TRUTHFULL RASTA I DREAM TO HAVE GRAY TO RAY FOREVER
DOLARAY IS MY NAME ,,THANK YOU
Comment by DOLLARAY DE DON - January 14, 2010 @ 6:11 AM
outstanding accuracy,great feeling with shadow,lines and bright spaces and he also illustrates his soul its really great work
Comment by dolly - January 25, 2010 @ 3:48 PM - Rated a 5
This is incredible. I've recently started drawing my own character pics, adn they're nowhere near as good as this one. You have my admiration!
Comment by Hiril Elfwraith - February 15, 2010 @ 4:12 PM - Rated a 5
this is the best pic i ever seen
Comment by maya - February 24, 2010 @ 4:13 PM - Rated a 1
this is the best pic i ever seen
Comment by maya - February 24, 2010 @ 4:13 PM - Rated a 1
this is the best pic i ever seen
Comment by maya - February 24, 2010 @ 4:13 PM - Rated a 1
this is the best pic i ever seen
Comment by maya - February 24, 2010 @ 4:13 PM - Rated a 1
this is the best pic i ever seen
Comment by maya - February 24, 2010 @ 4:13 PM - Rated a 1
It's too well drawn!
If that's even possible. Ok, I am going to believe that you drew this...even though it's very hard to. AMAZING. Again, IT LOOKS LIKE A PICTURE!
Deserves more than a 5.
Comment by LOTRfreak02 - April 28, 2003 @ 11:50 AM - Rated a 5
We likes it
!
Comment by idril_celebrimbal - April 28, 2003 @ 12:39 PM - Rated a 5
That's awesome!!!
Comment by Merry*sMaiden - April 28, 2003 @ 5:36 PM - Rated a 5
I think that when a drawing is too close from a picture, it's no longer interesting but I must admit that it's a beautiful portrait
I love this scene
Comment by nimirwyn - April 29, 2003 @ 3:12 AM - Rated a 5
these are either with a computer program or you're one of the best portrait artists I've ever seen
Comment by Larwen - April 29, 2003 @ 6:16 AM
I am SOOOOOO sorry!!!!!!!!! I meant to hit "no rating"... I feel so bad... the last thing this deserves is a zero.
I wish the webmasters could take that off or something. I'm gonna email them and ask. I'm sorry!!!!!!!!
Comment by Larwen - April 29, 2003 @ 6:18 AM
amazing...how is it possible?
Comment by WildChild/MaidenNimrodel - April 29, 2003 @ 3:03 PM - Rated a 5
I love the use of light. This is so realistic.
Comment by Tinuviel2 - April 30, 2003 @ 5:16 AM - Rated a 5
Thanks everbody for the comments!
Larwen: It's ok, no problem.
Comment by Orsi81 - May 2, 2003 @ 4:51 AM
that you accually have darwn this.. To close. Did you take it from a picture? Looking and just painting it off?
LoL
Comment by Eviel - May 2, 2003 @ 5:26 AM
nothing more to say.
Comment by Iamme - May 2, 2003 @ 12:32 PM - Rated a 5
I drew it from a picture from the movie, yes
Comment by Orsi81 - May 6, 2003 @ 12:19 AM
i haven't words to say you. one of the bests portraits of gandalf. it's better than a photograph!
Comment by lalaith17 - May 6, 2003 @ 6:29 AM - Rated a 5
HOW ON EARTH DID YOU DO THAT??????????? Geez, I wish I could draw like that. I seriously thought it was a black and white photo from the movie. This is so AWESOME!!!!!!
Comment by ArtfulDodger2006 - May 6, 2003 @ 4:56 PM - Rated a 5
I like it.
Comment by Merryx - May 7, 2003 @ 7:53 AM - Rated a 5
This is quite impressive. I love your technique. Is it charcoal? It's wonderful.
Comment by hisstah - May 7, 2003 @ 9:29 PM - Rated a 5
Holy crap... This is exceptionally spectacular. You always manage to capture the right feelings. It's so amazing!
Comment by CrimsonElf - May 10, 2003 @ 9:50 AM - Rated a 5
Comment by $mAug_dRagYn - May 10, 2003 @ 9:39 PM - Rated a 5
Very Good
Comment by Zayari - May 11, 2003 @ 9:20 AM - Rated a 5
Good and deep
Comment by Tblue - May 12, 2003 @ 11:52 PM - Rated a 5
this one heck brilliant drawing. love it!
Comment by Hana - May 13, 2003 @ 12:25 AM - Rated a 5
Love it. I envy your skill!
Comment by Scarlet - May 14, 2003 @ 8:11 PM - Rated a 5
Very good job here, I love the overall effect.
Keep it up.
Comment by Luthien79 - May 15, 2003 @ 6:07 AM - Rated a 5
This looks like a photo adn so 3D, and it really looks like the movie Gandalf. You captured the action. Good job on the shading and details! The left side of the hair looks a little too straight and flat.
Comment by fishy071 - May 16, 2003 @ 9:54 PM - Rated a 5
I tried to do it, but you 've done it! You nailed the grey pilgrim!
Frida
Comment by frida - May 18, 2003 @ 7:41 AM - Rated a 5
One of the best drawings of Gandalf I've ever seen!
Comment by hobbitinmoria - May 18, 2003 @ 10:54 AM - Rated a 5
nothing more to say but amazing
If I could I would rate it a 10 out of 5
Comment by avid-LOTR-reader - May 18, 2003 @ 11:37 AM - Rated a 5
i mean, this is really, REALLY good. But, I'm sorry if I offend you, but you can't really trust what ppl say because of computer editing. I do quite a bit of computer stuff myself, and I kno what you can do. I only wish that I could rate this l8er after I check it to make sure. I'm sure you wouldn't mind if I just told you my rating after, would you? I mean no offence, but you hafta be careful nowadays.
Love and Peace,
Daisy Toadfoot of Frogmotton
Comment by A_Randir_Vithren - May 18, 2003 @ 2:43 PM
Yes, I can understand you, and thank you for being honest, you didn't offend me. My problem is that I know that this is my drawing, but I can't really prove it, just If I could show it to you, but how? The only thing I can say that my scanner made all of my drawings darker than they are, and I always do them after a photo. That's all I can say.
Bye!
Comment by Orsi81 - May 18, 2003 @ 11:54 PM
I do beileve that A_Randir_Vithren has a point but if you say its yours, why would you bother lying?
Comment by Queen_Mabb - May 19, 2003 @ 10:50 AM
This is a fab pic. Such good art work.
I do not know what to say!
Comment by 00adickens - May 22, 2003 @ 4:36 AM - Rated a 5
it is SOOOOOOOOOO realistic- i actually thought it was a black and white photo at first! it is obviously drawn, so stop insulting it all you 'your a cheat' people... HE'S NOT A CHEAT! it's obviously drawn and it is OBVIOUSLY THE GREATEST THING I'VE EVER SEEN!!!
sorry... got a bit carried away then...
IT IS SOOOOOOOOOOOO AMAZING! (ignore all of those stupid/evil freaks and keep drawing as great as this) sorry... bit carried away again!
'by jove it's fantastic, isn't it winston!?!'
'i'll say old chap!' (sorry again- it's the shock... kicking in!)
xxx elgalad xxx
Comment by elgalad - May 22, 2003 @ 4:42 AM - Rated a 5
After reading some comments - I looked for exactly this composition in the movie - couldn't find one frame that matched and I went thru the scene frame by frame. The artist had to draw the three elements together - Gandalf, the tongs and the ring the way they looked in the movie - but there is no frame that has the same composition. The artist drew her own composition - and a very nice one at that.
Comment by ladykris - May 22, 2003 @ 9:01 PM - Rated a 5
Amazing...
Comment by gelirwen - May 27, 2003 @ 6:35 AM - Rated a 5
dude, this has got to be the best pic of gandalf in this age -personally i give it a 10!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Comment by dale - May 29, 2003 @ 9:34 AM - Rated a 5
WOW!!!! This is amazing. I have nothing but praise for you always and I look forward to seeing ur drawings online like everyday! This is amazing though! Absolutely astounding...I can't really describe it proparly...
Thanx for ur seemingly neverending talent - its brightened my day
Nieninque
Comment by I_am_Nieninque - June 11, 2003 @ 2:49 AM - Rated a 5
This is the greatest picture of gandalf i have ever seen!! it is so cool!
Comment by queenofthecornfield - June 14, 2003 @ 10:13 AM - Rated a 5
it really looks like a picture, but I believe it's a drawing. Really wonderful!
I want to be able to draw things like this
really wonderful
I'm getting jealous
Comment by Avariawen - June 26, 2003 @ 3:16 AM - Rated a 5
its looks almost as if it were a photo copy!!!
Comment by iloveELIJA - July 30, 2003 @ 11:54 AM
you deserve a lot of praise for this but im afraid i cant type for beans sorry! you should really consider giving lessons though you could teach me a thing or two
Comment by maggiem - August 3, 2003 @ 3:56 PM - Rated a 5
I can write, but I can`t spell. Another thing I can`t do is draw, that`s why I`m so jealous.
Comment by Orli`sGirl - August 22, 2003 @ 4:51 PM - Rated a 5
My favorite character from the books is Gandalf, and this is amazing. I'm definitely printing this out and taping it on the outside of my dorm door for everyone to see, with proper credit of course. Great job! This deserves more than a measly "five".
Comment by Mungo - August 22, 2003 @ 8:35 PM - Rated a 5
It almost looks like a black and white photo! I'm amazed by the shading and how you used so much dark shading, adding a realistic feel to the sketch. Sweet!
~Aragorn_King77
Comment by Aragorn_king77 - September 2, 2003 @ 2:24 PM - Rated a 5
just Excellent!!!
Comment by Loopy - September 4, 2003 @ 5:16 PM - Rated a 5
Something is getting printed out!!!
Comment by Legolorn - September 17, 2003 @ 6:41 AM - Rated a 5
This is a really cool drawing!!!! I swear I wish I could draw like that!!!! I definitly give this a 5!!!!
Comment by iamArwen - September 29, 2003 @ 9:30 PM - Rated a 5
Nice Job
Comment by kjlester - October 7, 2003 @ 8:47 AM - Rated a 5
This sketch shows alot of talent and patience were put into the making of it. Great job!
Comment by GruladTheOrc - October 8, 2003 @ 3:21 PM - Rated a 5
...excelent!
DS
Comment by fr0d0 - October 29, 2003 @ 12:13 AM - Rated a 5
Why that Aragorn pic is so high is beyond me. It's good, but not that good. This is far better, granted there is no color but the realism is astounding, this person should certainly consider lythographs as a career
Comment by im2q4u - October 29, 2003 @ 1:13 AM - Rated a 5
I love it! Looks real.
Comment by NewZealand - October 29, 2003 @ 5:01 PM - Rated a 5
wondefull, nice shadow effects!
Comment by Ararrin - October 31, 2003 @ 2:48 AM - Rated a 5
give more pictures!!!
absolutely perfect.
Comment by flupke - October 31, 2003 @ 12:26 PM - Rated a 5
Cool picture! Me like muchly!!!! Draw more!!! Me like pretty things
Comment by AdrielofKeldor - October 31, 2003 @ 1:48 PM - Rated a 5
Have you got any more pictures that you've drawn? I'd like to see them if you do, cause this is good! Way good.
Comment by frodo_rules - October 31, 2003 @ 2:22 PM - Rated a 5
0o-(^ . ^)-o0
Thumbs UP
Comment by Wormtongue - November 1, 2003 @ 10:01 AM - Rated a 5
You drew this?!
Comment by ArtfulDodger0730 - November 1, 2003 @ 11:39 AM
I love it. Beautiful. Very, very, very well done.
Comment by alkaline3 - November 1, 2003 @ 2:13 PM - Rated a 5
Orsi, ez hihetetlenül jó!
It's incredibly good, very well done!!!!! God, I feel like drawing something too, but now I don't think I should...
Comment by Andrúil - November 2, 2003 @ 3:38 AM - Rated a 5
i look forward to seeing more of ur work keep up the good work 2!!!!!
Comment by *lilprincessMee - November 2, 2003 @ 1:52 PM - Rated a 5
i have to say ur one kick a** artist so keep up the good work
Comment by naryatheringoffire - November 3, 2003 @ 2:09 PM - Rated a 5
woooooooooooooooooooowwwwwwwwwwwwwwwww
Comment by naryatheringoffire - November 4, 2003 @ 9:26 AM
we likesss it...
Comment by Nár - November 9, 2003 @ 3:00 AM - Rated a 5
Nice. Very nice indeed.
Comment by enlome - November 12, 2003 @ 4:17 PM - Rated a 5
What a masterpiece! Beautifully done! It looks as though it is a real picture!
Comment by LMDBrighteyes - November 12, 2003 @ 5:29 PM - Rated a 5
Beautifully drawn! Keep it up.
Comment by Orangeblossom_Bumbleroot - November 19, 2003 @ 5:02 PM - Rated a 5
Impressive.........it's not half bad
Comment by ALadyOfTheWood - November 20, 2003 @ 7:44 AM - Rated a 5
I... I LOST MY VOICE O____________________O IT'S INCREDIBLE!!!!!! beautiful!!! ;_; pretty!!!!! it's fantastic
Comment by Éowyn... - November 20, 2003 @ 9:58 AM
That is an awesome picture and I too swear it is a photo. OMG!! Great! and all of you Elijah Wood luvers out there he is mine and we are already engaged. :-P
Comment by Hobbitlass15 - November 23, 2003 @ 2:41 PM - Rated a 5
Comment by Hobbitlass15 - November 23, 2003 @ 2:42 PM
I kind of agree, it almost does look like a photograph. But, we all know it's not (come on, I know it's good, but it doesn't look THAT real). And even if it is a pic, it's awesome.
Comment by gandalf139 - November 24, 2003 @ 5:02 AM - Rated a 5
We mean what we say about trolling. It will not be tolerated. Any comment that has been deemed to be insulting and not keeping within the TOS of TORC has been dealt with. This is a warning to those of you who feel it necessary to be rude, and rate fine art low for your own malicious purposes...it will no longer be tolerated.
Comment by LadyCoralie - November 25, 2003 @ 12:26 PM - Rated a 5
This is so good, I swear!! Great contrast, especially between his mustache and the black spots! You've mastered the technique of drawing what you see and not what you know. It's increadible.
Comment by Evanstar88 - November 25, 2003 @ 8:19 PM - Rated a 5
Ms Orsolya you have a gift with monocolor pastel. AMAZING!
Comment by fionaugh - November 26, 2003 @ 5:20 AM
its GREAT!!!
Comment by Swt_Lil_Baby_Angel - November 26, 2003 @ 11:28 AM - Rated a 5
its GREAT!!!
Comment by Swt_Lil_Baby_Angel - November 26, 2003 @ 11:28 AM - Rated a 5
I would love to have that framed and hanging on my wall! 8- ) Beautiful
Comment by WitchKing_of_Angmar - November 27, 2003 @ 6:29 AM - Rated a 5
Be very careful I_luv_blitz!
Comment edited by LadyCoralie
Comment by I_luv_blitz - November 28, 2003 @ 7:25 AM
This is an absolutely Amazing picture, I sure wish I could sketch that well..
Comment by Legolasfirstlove - November 28, 2003 @ 9:37 PM - Rated a 5
I believe you drew this because people can get sued for taking credit for a drawing that's not theirs. So, awesome job! I can't wait to see more of your drawings. You are drawing more, right???
Comment by Balëwing - November 29, 2003 @ 11:54 PM - Rated a 5
The best drawing I've ever seen! Nice work!
Comment by Dimalus - December 3, 2003 @ 4:04 PM - Rated a 5
We will not tolerate comments that are in violation of the terms of service of this site. If you persist in this behaviour, further action will be taken.
LadyCoralie
Comment by chemnik - December 5, 2003 @ 1:54 PM
i aint gonna say nuffin cause it wouldnt do it justice. its too gd to describe
Comment by aragornofthedunedain - December 7, 2003 @ 12:41 PM - Rated a 5
The last 2 comments were deleted as they were criticisms regarding the artist doing a portrait of Ian McKellan. It is entirely up to the artist whether they wish to do to a portrait of an actor or something else entirely and has nothing to do with the quality of the piece. Each piece should be judged on its own merits. Whether you are tired of seeing actors in the roles of your beloved characters or not is not a licence to criticise.
Comment by LadyCoralie - December 10, 2003 @ 9:45 AM
I am not criticizing this piece because it is a portrait of an actor, but because it is an exact replica of reality that leaves no room for subjective interpretation as any good work of art, displaying at least some measure of independent creative input on the part of the artist, should. This is my opinion, it is not beligerent or unwarranted, and it is directed chiefly at the artistic quality of the piece and not its subject.
I don't think it is a bad piece...In fact it is technically superb. But I would like it more if it did not depict literal reality with such rigour.
Comment by NoetherianRingBearer - December 10, 2003 @ 10:34 PM - Rated a 4
I looked frame by frame for this exact composition in the movie - there is none. The artist had to combine the elements in her OWN composition - ie she did display some measure of independent creative input - quite a bit in fact. While creating a very realistic drawing, it was very subjectively and artistically done. If this is an exact replica then please post the exact source you think she copied from .
Comment by ladykris - December 11, 2003 @ 1:34 PM
You should look at the visual companion, Ladykris. Page 4.
Anyway, I think that the difference between a 4 and a 5 rating is the little touch of magic that some drawings have... And it is very hard to find it in a picture that I know by heart before I even see it.
Comment by Hobbit-lass - December 11, 2003 @ 6:16 PM - Rated a 4
so you are saying this is a drawing? amazing
Comment by Myth - December 12, 2003 @ 5:45 PM
this aint no drawing this is a photo,amazing how good this artist was who was it
Comment by DragonslayerDre - December 15, 2003 @ 12:03 AM - Rated a 5
i dont know how this picture could summon up so many people hmmmmmm but very good i mean its so realistic when i grow up i wish to be one of the most bestest drawers in the whole world!!
Comment by Legolases_eyes - December 15, 2003 @ 3:03 AM - Rated a 5
FAB!! absolutely FABULOUS!!!!!
Comment by Shieldmaiden_pippin - December 16, 2003 @ 10:34 AM
i wish i could draw like that i'd be rich and famous.
Comment by Levana - December 17, 2003 @ 1:52 AM - Rated a 5
I think I spelt that wrong....oh well.. about your picture, it is absolutly gorgeous, like almost everyone else that commented, i wish i could drw like that.
Rating: 23 and 1/2 million
I know, i'm weird. oh well for the second time.
Comment by Neana - December 17, 2003 @ 4:10 PM - Rated a 5
And unfortunately, I'm not one of his preferred customers.
God bless me. -_-
Anyways, live it up, you gots sill!!
Comment by Changeling_Fay - December 17, 2003 @ 4:26 PM - Rated a 5
you've read Tithe-a modern faerie tale haven't u cool me too!!!!!!!!!!and thats not how you spell fey! anyway heres a picy i drew it!!!!! pl,ease have a look
Legolases_eyes....I've edited your comment as the link does not work. If your art is Tolkien related, may I suggest posting it in the gallery yourself?
Comment by Legolases_eyes - December 17, 2003 @ 11:51 PM
Comment by Quidditchgurl69 - December 19, 2003 @ 6:33 PM - Rated a 4
This is completly amazing! I luv it
Comment by Tiny_Took - December 19, 2003 @ 11:12 PM - Rated a 5
this is amazing.
Comment by Alatarial - December 22, 2003 @ 11:55 AM - Rated a 5
I stared at the drawing for a solid 5 minutes, but I still do not have enough of the drawing. I am still wowed out. This dude has talent, no kidding. This picture can sell for $1,000 or over.
Comment by mithril - December 22, 2003 @ 10:43 PM - Rated a 5
On its own, it is a nice piece of work. However, I am troubled by how many people are drawing the actors, rather than their own personal image of what the characters look like. By drawing the actor, the artist limits himself / herself. My first impression of the artwork is that the artist took a mental snapshot and simply drew that snapshot, however masterfully.
And to the moderators, please stop deleting my posts. These are not malicious and they contain no ill-will. In the words of Gandalf, "I'm not trying to rob you! I'm trying to help you." (smiles) Read my review of the "Elberth Starkindler" artwork and then judge me.
There will be no criticism allowed regarding the choice of an artist's subject. The argument that this is a picture of an actor is not a valid one to give a low rating. Your post has not been deleted, but I have edited the rating....LadyCoralie
Comment by FraKcture - December 24, 2003 @ 9:54 AM
I suppose I am prejudiced to give a rating because of my stated feelings. I'm just trying to challenge the artists. They have much talent to share.
Comment by FraKcture - December 26, 2003 @ 7:19 AM
We take the TOS at tolkienonline very seriously. Any violation results in serious steps being taken. The request for you to keep your comments friendly is there in plain English for you to read. If you cannot control yourself, you will be banned from this site.
No one appreciates being insulted in such a manner.
LadyCoralie
Comment by MirkPrince7 - December 26, 2003 @ 4:28 PM
pretty good..but the shadows do not work well in this piece. Realistic and well done; the hands are beautiful. I just like brighter scenes.
Comment by tasndf247 - December 26, 2003 @ 11:29 PM
Excellent Drawing~! Very well made. The expression is captured very well indeed - the seriousness and grave face.
Comment by gandalftwhite - December 27, 2003 @ 4:10 AM - Rated a 5
Wow! Great pic and very well done!
I love his expressions, you really pulled out the charector well! 
Namarie!
Comment by lov*Frodo*Olorin* - December 28, 2003 @ 7:24 PM - Rated a 5
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Comment by Elven_Clothe - December 28, 2003 @ 11:46 PM - Rated a 5
...!¡
Comment by Baggins_of_the_Shire - December 28, 2003 @ 11:48 PM - Rated a 5
that is such a good drawing of gandalf, probably the best i have seen. i hope when i am more experienced i can draw like that! amazing job!!
Comment by Meawen_of_Gondor - December 28, 2003 @ 11:49 PM - Rated a 5
wow! it fills my tummy with tingles everytime I look a t this picture
Comment by TheE.I.Cebu - December 29, 2003 @ 8:18 AM - Rated a 5
The pic doesn't seem big enough for me but it looks very good. I have seen better works by professionals but this certainly falls on the same lines.
Comment by Captin_Beregond - December 29, 2003 @ 3:30 PM - Rated a 4
This drawing blows me away every time I see it. Wow.
Comment by hisstah - January 1, 2004 @ 9:51 AM
good
Comment by Giltári - January 2, 2004 @ 3:28 AM - Rated a 4
My comment wasn't saved...
So, I'll comment again.
This is great! I love the look on his face!
Arien
Comment by ArienelFeawen - January 4, 2004 @ 3:45 PM - Rated a 5
OMG!! That looks absolutly amazing!! deserves way more than a 5!!
Comment by alakiathwen - January 5, 2004 @ 7:15 AM - Rated a 5
I like the shadows and lighting
Comment by Ral - January 11, 2004 @ 9:49 AM
The best picture of Gandalf. Wow.
Gyönyörűen rajzolsz, csak irigyelni tudlak.
Comment by Dit - January 14, 2004 @ 3:12 AM - Rated a 5
This has got to be my favorite pic of Gandalf in the whole gallery! It's increadible. I'm in awe, I never could never express all the feelings that I get when I look at this picture. The shadows and contrast are perfect. I am speechless. But they say a picture is worth a thousand words, right?
Well then, I'd say that your pic sums up all that I can say about it! 
And I will say it again...this picture is increadible! Keep drawing!!
God Bless!!
"*Lirinen*"
Comment by Lirinen - February 7, 2004 @ 6:01 PM - Rated a 5
Awesome Love it
Comment by Gorthal - February 8, 2004 @ 5:04 PM - Rated a 5
Incredible pencil drawing, it looks like a black-and-white photo!
I wish I could draw this good!
Comment by Adree - February 14, 2004 @ 3:29 PM - Rated a 5
You are really talented. wow. {:0)
Comment by silversword - February 21, 2004 @ 5:14 PM - Rated a 5
I love this! it's great good job
Comment by lady_nande - February 25, 2004 @ 3:19 PM - Rated a 5
It's very rare that your can find a decent drawn Gandalf picture...but this goes beyond decent! It's amazing!
Comment by Orli_is_mine!!! - February 27, 2004 @ 8:34 PM
wow. its soooo good. AMAZING job
Comment by BlueDeena - June 4, 2004 @ 2:27 PM - Rated a 5
Can you direct us to the source of your drawing please...
amazing talent dude...
rev
Comment by revilal - March 8, 2005 @ 9:04 AM - Rated a 5
very impressive! almost looks like a b&w photo.
Comment by bilbos_ring - June 29, 2005 @ 5:34 PM - Rated a 5
Wow that picture is awesome..i dont think its a real pic i can see the detail..Good Job dood
Comment by Samytheowl - July 1, 2005 @ 6:17 AM - Rated a 5
wow
Comment by undomiel2007 - July 22, 2005 @ 3:03 PM - Rated a 5
for a minute there i lost myself... are you the sandro botticeli's clone?
Comment by lost_in_shire - September 8, 2005 @ 1:43 AM - Rated a 5
This is an awsome Picture. I can't believe you have such great talent.
Cal
Comment by Caligo - November 11, 2005 @ 11:08 AM - Rated a 5
LadyCoralie
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Comment by cleverer_radagast - March 17, 2006 @ 3:36 AM
my precious said it looks good!
Comment by SSjbolt - April 17, 2006 @ 12:23 PM - Rated a 5
Painfully, I have officially abandoned Tolkien Online, due to matters which are best left unsaid.
For those of you who enjoyed my writing, I beg your forgiveness and understanding. Writing fanfictions holds no pleasure for me anymore. I have not, however, given up the arts, as at the current time in my life they seem to be the only hope I have of a future. Thanks to my good friend, I have come to discover www.deviantart.com, and through it, a new obsession and passion for art in almost every form. Coming particularly to the for are photography and photomanipulations. I still write poetry and stories, however, which I will begin to submit with increasing regularity. I do hope that if any of you should be in need of contacting me, you will come and find me at dragonstella.deviantart.com OR email me at stella_wisha@yahoo.com (although you may wish to be sure to put in a subject such as "from a tolkienonliner" as I get a lot of spam)
Several months back, I left Tolkien Online out of frustration and anger. Now I once again say goodbye, and it is only that: goodbye. The same kind of goodbye one says to fourth grade when moving up to fifth, or to being 14 when turning 15.
Cordially, and forever, yours.
DragonStella
Comment by DragonStella - May 9, 2006 @ 9:41 PM
this is SO AWESOME!!!! I love it - I draw quite a bit but I'm terrible @ it lol - your awesome!!! how do you do it??? H5!!!
Alatáriël Vardamir
Comment by Alatariel_Vardamir - June 27, 2006 @ 11:41 AM - Rated a 5
Love it. Keep up the GREAT work!
Comment by *mushroom_dudes* - August 11, 2006 @ 2:14 PM
Another amazing gandalf...
Comment by jonathan - October 24, 2006 @ 1:57 AM - Rated a 5
I can´t say nothing more than that it is perfect.
Comment by Kiriwana - February 19, 2007 @ 5:41 AM - Rated a 5
that is an amazing drawing!wonderful use of shadow!
Comment by Tims - November 3, 2008 @ 11:36 AM - Rated a 5
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Comment by Onónion - November 10, 2008 @ 9:07 AM - Rated a 5
Dude, that is awesome! 5 Stars!
Comment by Iron Grasp - December 24, 2008 @ 10:52 AM - Rated a 5
This is excellent I love the light and dark contrast, the emotion in his face and the wisdom expressed..and also the fear of the ring.
Truly amazing.
Comment by Rishi - January 13, 2009 @ 1:51 PM - Rated a 5
dude thats so cool .
Comment by shaun - March 8, 2009 @ 12:02 PM - Rated a 5
That drawing is SO cool! I like to draw too, but I'm not nearly that good! I rate it 100% Well, 99%, you'd have to do it in color to get 100 from me. But it's perfect! I love it!
Comment by LuthienElvenFair - March 24, 2009 @ 6:09 PM - Rated a 5
WELL DONE LAD! x)
Comment by BBTACO - April 30, 2009 @ 12:43 AM - Rated a 5
THAT IS FOR CONCIOUS AND TRUTHFULL RASTA I DREAM TO HAVE GRAY TO RAY FOREVER
DOLARAY IS MY NAME ,,THANK YOU
Comment by DOLLARAY DE DON - January 14, 2010 @ 6:11 AM
outstanding accuracy,great feeling with shadow,lines and bright spaces and he also illustrates his soul its really great work
Comment by dolly - January 25, 2010 @ 3:48 PM - Rated a 5
This is incredible. I've recently started drawing my own character pics, adn they're nowhere near as good as this one. You have my admiration!
Comment by Hiril Elfwraith - February 15, 2010 @ 4:12 PM - Rated a 5
this is the best pic i ever seen
Comment by maya - February 24, 2010 @ 4:13 PM - Rated a 1
this is the best pic i ever seen
Comment by maya - February 24, 2010 @ 4:13 PM - Rated a 1
this is the best pic i ever seen
Comment by maya - February 24, 2010 @ 4:13 PM - Rated a 1
this is the best pic i ever seen
Comment by maya - February 24, 2010 @ 4:13 PM - Rated a 1
this is the best pic i ever seen
Comment by maya - February 24, 2010 @ 4:13 PM - Rated a 1
http://www.hobbitadventures.net/Images/4gandalf.jpg
Comment by Enzo - February 24, 2010 @ 9:18 PM - Rated a 1
This picture is sik. This picture is banging, it sooooo good
whoever drew dis tin is sik at drawin
i dont care whwt nobody says i rate dis person 5
Comment by dhcvtfbybgtfvbtfththb - March 10, 2010 @ 10:44 AM - Rated a 5