For Serenanna

[cynchick]

This is the fanart dedicated to the memory of Serenanna, a good friend and very talented writer who passed this February.

I had done two illustrations in the past for Sere's fic Dirty Deeds, and a while back she asked me to do one more, of this scene where Kakashi and Sakura are dancing the waltz. She wanted me to do it when the fic was completed, as an incentive for her to hurry up and finish it. Although the story will never be finished, I wanted to do this for her.

Sere had a degree in fashion design and was very passionate about designing and making clothes. She was very proud of the dress she designed for Sakura to wear in this scene and wanted everyone to see her wearing it. We talked often over MSN and discussed Sakura's costumes in detail, even down to what type of underwear she (and of course Kakashi) should wear. Lol.

I had to add this because I think it's important. When I did that pic of Genma/Ino for DD way back when, Sere told me the song that inspired that scene in the nightclub was 'Angel' by Massive Attack (which is actually one of my fave groups). I listened to that song on repeat while I was doing that piece for her.

The funny thing is, today, just as I went to post this new picture, that song came on my player...

It felt like that was her way of telling me she liked it.

This is for you, Sarah. Wherever you are, I hope you're smiling and squeeing over how hot Kakashi looks in a tux. :D


also here at DA

Comments

so sad

[(Anonymous)]

That is so sad. I was looking forward to her finishing that particular story too. I hope she happy and i will keep her in my prayers. And you drew the picture beautifully.

[gwoman.livejournal.com]

this is so sad. not your picture - which is lovely as always - but the whole situation in general. i'm glad she had a good friend and kakasaku conspirator in you while she was alive.

[netheb.livejournal.com]

I hope she is happy now. Maybe she's in a better world, maybe not. I didn't know her, but I'm sure she would be very proud of that breathtaking dress. RIP =)

[saturdaymorning.livejournal.com]

That's a lovely tribute, Cyn.

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thank you. :)

[zelha.livejournal.com]

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[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thanks :D

[keysotosoto129.livejournal.com]

The story is sad, but the picture is gorgeous.

I'm sure she's happy, and you should be too.

♥

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thanks.

[goldengrimoire.livejournal.com]

Sorry for the loss of your friend.

The picture is lovely and a nice tribute. :)

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thanks

[redbrunja.livejournal.com]

That is an amazing piece of art. I love Sakura's hair and the look on her face.

And Kakashi does look quite handsome in that tux.

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thanks!

kakashi would make the best Bond evar. >:3

[redbrunja.livejournal.com]

No way! He's too serious and serially monogamous (in my head, at least) to be a good Bond. He looks DAMN fine in that tux, though.

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

well Bond was monogamous too at one point. it was only when the love of his life died that he became a playboy. kinda sad actually, that he'll never give his heart again. sounds like kakashi to me. ;p

a very moving homage

[eclatc4t.livejournal.com]

i regret i did not know her, but this stunningly beautiful image, made with so much care, just for her and in her memory, speaks for her. what an exquisite tribute.

Re: a very moving homage

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thanks. you should read her fics sometime, i think you would like them. she was really talented.

also, i have good news. chapter 4 is about 2/3 done and if all goes well i'll be sending it to you sometime tomorrow or early thursday. :)

[vermelli.livejournal.com]

This is a wonderful tribute and I hope as well she is seeing this.

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thanks

[hieronymousb.livejournal.com]

God, it's SO SAD. I didn't know her personally, but I had seen her posting 'fics around in FmA fandom. :/ It's really a shock to think someone whom you see as a presence is not ... there. I can only imagine how her friends must feel.

[The picture is gorgeous. Truly gorgeous.]

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thanks :)

[littledustbunny.livejournal.com]

Beautiful tribute :)

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thanks :)

[tootalltygerlil.livejournal.com]

Absolutely stunning m'dear!!

I can't get over the amount of detailing you put into the dress! Amazing!

It is a most fitting tribute to the story and to Serenanna herself!

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thank you :)

[lilou-black.livejournal.com]

I read her fic a long time ago... I didn't know what happened to her. It's really sad. She was a good writer indeed.

Your fanart is lovely.

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thank you

[kikyou-sama18.livejournal.com]

I "met" Serenanna when I was into FMA a year or so ago. I was a great fan of Ed/Winry stories amongst which I still claim that her "Of Ballet and Bullets" is the best.

I switched fandoms...but still now I feel the need to re-read that wonderful story for her memory. And also because it's awesome super ttebayo. \^-^/

The picture is absolutely breathtaking. I'm in love with (Kakashi) Sakura's dress.

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thanks :)

[renorfaer.livejournal.com]

I think this is really great. Her writing was so fun and engaging to read and we'll all be missing it I'm sure. But this is a great tribute to the work she did and I'm sure she'd be very very pleased with it :)

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thanks :)

[tricia1224.livejournal.com]

Your artwork is always great. This one is truly amazing. A fitting tribute to a wonderful writer. I am sorry for the loss of your friend. I have read a few of her stories and Dirty Deeds is a favorite of mine. She will be missed by many.

[cynchick.livejournal.com]

thank you :)

[(Anonymous)]

First of all, I'm very sorry to know you just lost a friend. I know what that is, I've lived that nightmare more than once, and at times like this one just has to stick to the good memories. People say they all go to a better place, and I like to believe it is so.
The drawing is lovely. It's a wonderfull tribute, and I'm sure she's very happy you did it. Now, I'm off to check her work! ^^
Once again, congratulations for the drawing and lots of stength.