Modern Hermes

Posted Sep 3, 2008, 5:54:40 AM UTC

Finally finished it ^_^ Took waaaaay too long.

Hermes was the greek god of theives, merchants, and messengers. So one day I got to thinking, "If Hermes was still worshipped, what would he be god of today?" Then I realized..... the internet! Illegal downloading, online shopping, and e-mail all make the world wide web perfect for a modern Hermes.

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dragonimp
May 17, 2009, 5:54:56 PM UTC
I love it! Both the concept and the picture. He's the perfect god for the internet.
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Cokekitty
Sep 4, 2008, 10:01:41 AM UTC
Nicely done. Makes a lot of sense, too. xD Hermes...god of the internet. Lol.
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Minimaid
Sep 3, 2008, 10:31:34 PM UTC
This piece is just wonderful. I love your concept of juxtaposing ancient gods in modern times, and this painting is brilliantly done. Congrats!
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- 626elemental
  Sep 5, 2008, 8:43:47 AM UTC
  Thanks
  
  I was inspired by all those people who do modern-day fairy tales. Why not mythology also?
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  Minimaid
  Sep 5, 2008, 8:49:10 AM UTC
  Indeed, and you've fit him in very well.
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Jilly
Sep 3, 2008, 3:06:55 PM UTC
Awesome work I really like the folds in his shirt and the lighting. All your hard work paid off this looks great!

XD I can totally see Hermes as the God of the internet. Seriously, it was pretty much made for him
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- 626elemental
  Sep 5, 2008, 8:44:20 AM UTC
  thanks, I'm glad you like it!
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