Definitely great stuff here :)

Wow

Y'know, the fantasy/medieval themes go well with this year's Anthrocon theme: "A Midsummer NIght's Dream"

Your artwork just gets better and better, T-Kast. The desaturated color scheme works perfectly for the setting, and it binds the characters and the environment perfectly. The contrast between the character expressions is delightful-- I especially like how the lady's expression is subdued, as if struggling not to notice the very expressive gentleman. And the postures tell of the characters personalities very well.

One thing that is so subtle yet so brilliant is the way you've melded the background with the characters. The rounded arch of light over the lady's head hints at a halo, while the two supports arcing over the male's head hint at devil horns. Finally, as always, your lighting is INCREDIBLE. That soft glowing mist effect is just stellar, and the way the light creeps around the bricks is both beautiful and totally convincing. And while the edging of light around the male's face doesn't appear to have a natural source in the image, it adds to his expression and personality. This is straight up Ridley Scott lighting here. Man, this is so good.

Just STUNNING. Background and characters here have greatly meshed together to form a single painting that tells a story between the characters. And this lighting is just <3

I want your digital painting skills, seriously it's amazing. ;_;

Nice lighting!

It's just awesome, both characters are harmonically included in the background. We can feel there is something more than a simple picture; there is a story I would like to know.

It's just perfect !