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Honolulu Artist Lei K Shares her Misa Amane Art in Graphite Pencil

12/5/2016

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Lei K, a professional graphite pencil artist from Nānākuli, Honolulu, has created this fabulous drawing especially for Month of Misa Amane.  Death Note actress, idol and Second Kira in pencil art.
Death Note's Misa Amane by Lei K
You heard it here first that Lei K will soon be joining Death Note News as a regular contributor.  She practically is already, having pencilled artwork for three out of the four Month of... events thus far - with apologies on the fourth, as she was busy with actual paid commission work.  Fair enough!  Check out more from Lei K at her own on-line gallery.

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Amazing Matsuda Artwork in Graphite Pencil by Nānākuli Artist Lei K

21/3/2016

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Back for Month of Matsuda on Death Note News is professional artist Lei K with this incredible graphite pencil drawing of Touta Matsuda in happiness and in sorrow.  The Fool and the Hero: two faces of the same man.
Death Note Matsuda Artwork by Lei K on Death Note News
From her studio on the Isle of O'Ahu, Hawaii, USA, artist Lei K works primarily in graphite pencil, though she has been known to stray into other materials and media from time to time. Her Matsuda from Death Note art was created especially for our focus upon him this month, hence constitutes her most recent work.

Lei K was here last month too, bringing us her vision of Light Yagami and sharing insights into drawing Death Note characters.  You can view a whole lot more of her work on her website La808Lei, where some artwork from her gallery may also be bought.

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Depicting the Darker Shades of Light Yagami with Graphite Pencil Artist Lei K 

26/2/2016

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Lei K draws upon her own experience to outline - via the Month of Kira artist questionnaire - how budding Death Note fan-artists might tackle a portrait of Light Yagami. Just like her own, reproduced below.
Lei K - Light art on Death Note News Month of Kira
Lei K's Light is just one of the many pieces of artwork on display in her gallery on DeviantART.  She's an artist from Nānākuli, on the Island of O'ahu, Hawaii, who specialises in graphite pencil art.  Her Light Yagami portrait was completed in May 2014, using graphite, charcoal and colour pencils.

To see more of her most up-to-date artwork, including another showing of her pencil drawn Kira, you really need to visit her website - La808Lei. 
Wherein you can view Lei K's works in progress; completed art in varying media; and, oh bless you!, a link back to Death Note News!  Not to mention social media links to keep up with all that's new from this talented lady's studio, and opportunities to purchase selected artwork from her gallery.

Low-Down on Drawing Light Yagami with Nānākuli Graphite Pencil Artist Lei K

Do you/have you created Kira art now or in the past?
Yes - in the past

Any anecdotes about your experiences as a Light Yagami artist?
I developed a strong appetite for potato chips, preferably Sour Cream and Onions.

How would you go about creating a Kira drawing/sculpture?
Find good references of Light. What I like to do is use the anime itself as a good reference for a Light. Also it's good to know what mood you want to give off in the drawing. It'll make it more visually appealing.

What attributes, clothing and/or scenarios, do you feel are essential to include in Light Yagami artwork?
His red eyes. I normally work with graphite pencils, but this time I added charcoal pencils into the mix. I wanted darker tones, so those red eyes could stand out. I also wanted the tone dark to give the drawing a dark vibe. Of course I had to have the smirk smile of his and the Death Note.

Is there more to recreating Kira visually than the outfit? (Expression/stance/slogan etc.)
Yes there is. I don't really want to quote another artist, but in this case it's the best answer I can give. Get his personality. It has to come across no matter what. Also get Kira expression right...either it's him writing names in the Death Note, doing the evil laugh or even eating a bag of potato chips. Having his expression right helps recreating Kira visually.

What, in your professional opinion, are fundamental tips/advice in producing art that's recognisably Kira?
Use good references and have them at a decent size. The larger the better, so you could zoom in on certain details. Also get all the references you might need beforehand. It's better to have references before you start, so they are ready for you to use while you are drawing. It’s a huge time saver.

What are the common noob errors made in drawing/modelling Light Yagami?
Not getting the details of Light right...like his eyes, hair, clothes, expression, etc. Having a reference from the anime, manga or even action figure is a great way to make sure you have the right details of Light.
Detail from 'Light Yagami' by Lei K - Death Note News
Any last tips for anyone reading, who wishes to start creating Kira artwork?
Draw what moves you. If it's a certain scene, emotion or you have a feeling to just draw Light...than draw him. When that creative mood hits act upon it. If you don't...it'll nag you until you do. Also you don't have to draw exactly how Light looks in the anime. As long you have his details right, you can do your own style of Light. That would make your artwork stand out more, because it’ll have your own personal touch to it.

Creating something is better than creating nothing.

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Would you like to have a go at answering these questions on your own behalf?

If you are a Death Note artist - or indeed an artist per se - and you're willing to share your tips, thoughts and advice with the fandom, then visit our fan-artist's questionnaire page to fill in the form.

Thank you in advance!

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