MCCVI Entry: Windfell, Castle in the Clouds

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MCCVI Entry: Windfell, Castle in the Clouds

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I was very excited about this contest making its return!

Here is my first entry:

WINDFELL, CASTLE IN THE CLOUDS

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here is the folder with lots of pics:
http://www.flickr.com/photos/31157752@N ... 923370587/

Enjoy!
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This is incredible! I probably don't stand a chance :cry:the idea of clouds swirling around the tower is ingenious, and well executed too. I really enjoy it! :)
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veeeeeeeeeeeeeeeery nice ;) Like the athomsfere :)
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I like it! Although I confess that when I first saw the clouds, I thought they were puffs of smoke from an explosion inside the tower. Then I re-read the title. Oh well, the other possibility seems more exciting... anyway, good job!
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Thanks everyone! The clouds were the driving idea behind the build, so I am glad everyone likes them. :)
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The windows are very clever. Very unique idea (surprisingly) for a castle contest. Well Done! :)
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I like the balcony over the sea but I'm not so sure about the wave breaks. They seem a bit either too uniform or harsh. The clear seems a bit bright, maybe the odd transblue and/or white cheese slope could break that effect up a bit.
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The balcony over the sea is very lovely, and the overall design screams "I WANT TO LIVE THERE!"
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Very nice, the water, clouds, and surrounding landscape give it a nice peaceful feel to it. The castle design itself is great, there is enough detail to make it interesting to look at, but it's not overly done and too busy. Good luck in the contest!
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