⋆* mermay gentle ... :⋆*・゚ . she appears at first gentle and docile, but something darker and -- dare i say -- sinister lurks behind those ice dripped eyes. . i had such a fun time painting this mermaid and i hope to squeeze in my other wip before the end of the month! (we’ll see if i succeed) i am trying to focus more on implied detailing and finding my painting voice 😌 her painting process was recorded and will be part of the rewards released in june on my p❣️tre❤️n so join in the fun to stay up to date there!! . if you would like to support ur local tired artist friend be sure to save & share this post!! . ☾ join me on patreon for behind the scenes, process, & more! . ☾ prints + originals at artbysmashley.com . ☾ see links highlight in bio for more! . . . . . tags: #mermay #mermaychallenge #mermay2022 #mermaidsofinstagram #fantasyart #fantasyartist #fantasybooks #fantasyromance #bookstagram #romancebookstagram #fantasycharacter #characterdesign #characterconcept #conceptcharacter #wacomartist #wacomcintiq16 #cintiq . ☾ ⋆*・゚:⋆*・゚