No computer involved

Digital paintings took over the world. They are pretty and shiny and have that glossy look only something already done in Photoshop can have. I like them plenty but I'm also glad that there is an award that appreciate those who still do it by traditional methods.

The winner of 2010 Illie Award the single best traditionally created painting of the year, as chosen by the members of the Illustration Exchange:


The works of the other nominees are beautiful too.