22 July 2012 @ 12:48 am
ART: Superheroes suck [SPN J2 Big Bang]  
Title: Superheroes suck (or, the unfortunately extraordinary life of Jensen Ackles
Artist: [livejournal.com profile] mithborien
Writer: [livejournal.com profile] cleflink



Sometimes, Jensen's life is kind of bullshit.

omg, so much formatting! please let me know if anything isn't displaying properly

(ART)  |  (SOUNDTRACK)  |  (ICONS)  |  (NOTES & CREDITS)



ART

This is my solution to wanting to create "comics" art without actually drawing comics. Also, I confess, I wanted a reason to include that picture of Jensen with the flower in his mouth. I really like how these turned out though. To me they are bright and colourful, and they have the flavour of comics if not the actual execution.








SOUNDTRACK

Credit goes to [livejournal.com profile] cleflink for choosing the songs. I just rushed around last minute to create the covers. The CD covers download link will get you the high quality print jpegs of the covers along with a single pdf that you can print as well.

Download the music Download the CD covers
1.Pussywillows, Cat-tails2:53Gordon Lightfoot
2.Ordinary3:33Train
3.My Hero4:22Foo Fighters
4.You Know My Name4:03Chris Cornell
5.Dearly Beloved2:22Kaoru Wada
6.Water2:21Nobuo Uematsu
7.Tsuyoku Naritai1:17Noriyuki Asakura
8.A Fight to the Death2:04Yoko Shimomura
9.Savannah Pride1:20Yoko Shimomura
10.Reckless Fire (Karaoke)4:30Akinori Nakagawa
11.At Anchor4:45Port Blue
12.True Light (Instrumental)4:14DN Angel
13.The Master Tape1:15Murray Gold
14.J-E-N-O-V-A2:46Nobuo Uematsu
15.Tree of Hearts1:47Yoko Kanno
16.Song from a Secret Garden3:34Secret Garden



ICONS

So I totally went overboard on making icons... They are up for grabs for anyone to use. Blah blah credit blah blah. God, it has been years since I have made icons.




NOTES & CREDITS

Well, it feels like I put more effort in to the formatting of the post as opposed the actual art but nevertheless I am proud of both!

[livejournal.com profile] cleflink's story was my first choice because it sounded like such a fun read and I was not disappointed when I got the full story. It had all the themes of a comic but with enough twists to keep things interesting! So firstly, my thanks to [livejournal.com profile] cleflink for such an awesome story to work with. If you haven't all ready, go read!

Second, thanks, of course, go to [livejournal.com profile] wendy and [livejournal.com profile] thehighwaywoman for running the challenge. I think it will be a sad day in fandom when the Big Bangs finally stop being run (hopefully never!)

For anyone interested, the font used is Komika Hand from www.fontsquirrel.com.

Additional image credits go to:
 
 
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[identity profile] mekina.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 01:41 pm (UTC)
Ahh, this is gorgeous! I especially love the cover art, and the expression on Jensen's face. <3
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:01 pm (UTC)
Thank you! Jensen does have the best expressions!

Edited 2012-07-26 01:04 pm (UTC)
[identity profile] cleflink.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 01:54 pm (UTC)
*throws confetti* We did it! Thanks for all your hard work, hon, and, of course, your beautiful art; suddenly my story seems so much better when it's got art like this to go with it. ^_^

I still can't get over how much I love these: the colours and the comic-y style make everything so sharp and eyecatching, and I'm still a super big fan of the pointillism-esque quality to the images. And such a wonderful collection of images! I can't stop staring at that picture of Jared and his scruff. And the flower picture, of course - perfect.

You're a superstar, hon! *hugs* Go us!
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:03 pm (UTC)
YAAAAY!!!

Thank you for writing such a fun story! I would not have been inspired to create all this otherwise :)

Edited 2012-07-26 01:03 pm (UTC)
[identity profile] blackrabbit42.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 02:01 pm (UTC)
This is making my day. Love the art, can't wait to read the story.
*Big, HUGE grins*

:D
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:02 pm (UTC)
:D :D :D Hope you like the story! (Though I am sure you will, it's a great read)

Edited 2012-07-26 01:02 pm (UTC)
[identity profile] mandraco.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 02:01 pm (UTC)
These are way awesome. I pretty much bypassed the fic summary and went straight for your art post. (But I'm a sucker for superhero fics so I'm totally headed there next.) I love the graphic style. =)
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:05 pm (UTC)
Thank you :) I hope you like the story as well!
[identity profile] confuzed.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 02:09 pm (UTC)
These are great! The one asking *who doesn't like superheroes?* is hysterical! Jared's expression is perfect!!
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:05 pm (UTC)
Thank you :)
[identity profile] deadflowers5.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 02:31 pm (UTC)
Amazingly beautiful art!
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:04 pm (UTC)
Thank you :)
[identity profile] -rejectreality-.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 02:36 pm (UTC)
Your arts are awesome!! love them all!, now i'm off to read the fic XDDD!!
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:07 pm (UTC)
Thank you :)
[identity profile] inanna-maat.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 02:58 pm (UTC)
oooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooHHHHHHH... amazing, amazing!!!!!!

I love everything, the colours, the design, your choice of images, the comic style...

And the music!!!!!!!! You have chosen anime music!!! LOOOOOOOOOOOOVE!!! YAY!!!!
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:08 pm (UTC)
Heeeeeeeeeeeeeee, thank you :)

Although all the credit for the music choices goes to [livejournal.com profile] cleflink! I just made the covers ;)
cybel: Koi[personal profile] cybel on July 25th, 2012 03:10 pm (UTC)
Perfection!
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:08 pm (UTC)
Thank you :)
[personal profile] impalalove on July 25th, 2012 03:16 pm (UTC)
I love the comic art -- definitely feels like a comic! It's very amusing! ;)
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:09 pm (UTC)
Thank you :) Was definitely after that comic look!
[identity profile] secretlytodream.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 03:33 pm (UTC)
Wow this looks awesome :DDDDD Downloading the tunes! ♥
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:14 pm (UTC)
Thank you :DDDDD
cindy: spn - dean's :D face (by dev_earl)[identity profile] tsuki-no-bara.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 04:00 pm (UTC)
i like how you made everything look comic-booky stylized, and i love jared's "how can you not like superheroes?" face.
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:15 pm (UTC)
Thank you :)
[identity profile] sn-24lover.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 04:01 pm (UTC)
I want read this story just because of this artwork. I totally love it. And make barrow some of the icons, giving you total credit, of course. :)
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:16 pm (UTC)
Thank you :) That my art makes you want to read the story is a great compliment and please, take as many icons as you want!
[identity profile] gypsy-atavari.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 05:47 pm (UTC)
These are awesome - perfect complement to the fic! :-)
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:17 pm (UTC)
Thank you :)
[identity profile] star-damaged.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 06:18 pm (UTC)
I love that pic of Jensen with the flower between his teeth! I have to awwwww!!! everytime I see it. Love the pop art style of this.
Think I may have to steal the top (Jensen) half for the desktop of my laptop.
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:17 pm (UTC)
I'll admit, being able to use that flower pic of Jensen was a huge bonus when doing the art ;P
[identity profile] king-stitch.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 06:33 pm (UTC)
Oh my god!!! I love all of your art!
The bright colors really drew me and I also love the picture of Jensen with a flower in his mouth. (:
I gotta snag some of those icons(with credit, of course)! <3
Can't wait for a chance to read the story. :D
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:18 pm (UTC)
Thank you :) I hope you like the story as well and please, grab as many icons as you like!
[identity profile] minchout.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 06:44 pm (UTC)
Oh these are fantastic! I really love how bright the colors are and how you managed to use these photos in a new way. The idea for the photo comic was perfect, too!
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:22 pm (UTC)
Thank you! I love how the colours turned out as well, they made working on the art so much brighter.
[identity profile] lav123.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 06:56 pm (UTC)
Your art is so cute! Love the expressions. Jensen with a flower (pansy?) in his mouth made me laugh and confused!Jared was perfect for the accompanying call out box. So Good!

BTW, credits to google - finally someone! Good of you!
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:21 pm (UTC)
Thank you :) And oh yes, Google :P I tried so hard to use legally available images but I just ran out of time :O
[identity profile] sazzy-angel.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 07:14 pm (UTC)
Ooooooooo I love them so much. Awwwww sp pretty
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:22 pm (UTC)
Thank you :)
[identity profile] amber1960.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 07:19 pm (UTC)
Love the colours and the clean comic/magazine feel to all your pics! One small thing - the hug photo you used is one of mine from Asylum 6 - it's a small thing but mine own.... The set is here on flickr, if you ever want to use any more you are welcome to. http://www.flickr.com/photos/housefullofbooks/sets/72157626738737516/
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:24 pm (UTC)
Firstly, I am glad you like my art! And secondly, I am so sorry I missed crediting your images! Will definitely add in a link right now because they are such delightful images. Thank you so much for letting me know :)
(no subject) - [identity profile] amber1960.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 06:53 pm (UTC)
[identity profile] sandymg.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 08:03 pm (UTC)
These are great! I definitely got the comic vibe even if not drawn. Colors and typography are just excellent.
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:26 pm (UTC)
Thank you :)
[identity profile] tebtosca.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 08:26 pm (UTC)
Very fun art, great job!
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:26 pm (UTC)
Thank you :)
[identity profile] slowsunrise.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 08:37 pm (UTC)
Oh, these are absolutley lovely. I just finished the fic and the art goes with it excellently! Well done to both of you! I especially love the blue Jared banner. Everything is just so ... right! :)
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:27 pm (UTC)
Yay, thank you :)
[identity profile] passing-through.livejournal.com on July 25th, 2012 09:53 pm (UTC)
Great graphics and I love how colorful they are. Jensen with the flower in his mouth always makes me laugh. Very nice job of choosing photos for the fic. I snagged several icons and will credit when used.
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:27 pm (UTC)
Thank you :) Glad you like the icons as well!
[identity profile] essene.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 12:03 am (UTC)
So fun! I love the pop art quality to them.
[identity profile] mithborien.livejournal.com on July 26th, 2012 01:34 pm (UTC)
Thank you :)