Auroras Gryphon

Hey! I'm excited to share my entry for the 43rd International Illustration Contest by Clip Studio Paint, under the theme Fantastic Creatures.

For this piece, I wanted to capture a sense of collaboration — like planting, harvesting, and living together with joy and purpose. In the background, I illustrated a town where life flows in harmony. My fantastic creature is a gryphon — a legendary being that visits the town to bring good fortune for a prosperous harvest and a year free from natural disasters. In return, the townsfolk offer it fresh fruits and vegetables.The piece is called “Auroras Gryphon”, as this creature appears at dawn and stays until mid-morning — bringing joy to the children who eagerly follow its brief, yet magical, visit.This was my first time creating a more complete illustration using Clip Studio Paint — from sketch to final artwork, everything was done 100% within the software. I learned a lot and truly enjoyed the process.I'll be sharing it on my portfolio soon, along with more behind-the-scenes details — and maybe even a few new illustrations!Follow me here on Instagram and feel free to explore more of my work through my portfolio!

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