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GLBNew Year Dragon (CLOSED)
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drjivagoMon, Mar 18, 2024
LKartMon, Mar 18, 2024
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drjivagoSat, Mar 02, 2024
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drjivagoWed, Feb 28, 2024
Dragon dance performers are usually martial artists or acrobats who are able to move their bodies rhythmically and synchronize their steps so that the dragon appears to move gracefully. Although comprising predominantly men, dragon dance troupes may also have female members.
Right before the dance, the head and the tail of the dragon are connected to its body. Then, someone holding a rod with a large ball at the top leads the dragon during the dance.
The dance is performed by a team of experienced dancers who manipulate a long flexible giant puppet of a dragon using poles positioned at regular intervals along the length of the dragon. The dance team simulates the imagined movements of this river spirit in a sinuous, undulating manner.
The dragon dance is often performed during Chinese New Year. Chinese dragon(s) is a symbol of China's culture, and they are believed to bring good luck to people, therefore the longer the dragon is in the dance, the more luck it will bring to the community. The dragons are believed to possess qualities that include great power, dignity, fertility, wisdom and auspiciousness. The appearance of a dragon is both fearsome and bold but it has a benevolent disposition, and it was an emblem to represent imperial authority. The movements in a performance traditionally symbolize the power and dignity of the dragon.
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Right before the dance, the head and the tail of the dragon are connected to its body. Then, someone holding a rod with a large ball at the top leads the dragon during the dance.
The dance is performed by a team of experienced dancers who manipulate a long flexible giant puppet of a dragon using poles positioned at regular intervals along the length of the dragon. The dance team simulates the imagined movements of this river spirit in a sinuous, undulating manner.
The dragon dance is often performed during Chinese New Year. Chinese dragon(s) is a symbol of China's culture, and they are believed to bring good luck to people, therefore the longer the dragon is in the dance, the more luck it will bring to the community. The dragons are believed to possess qualities that include great power, dignity, fertility, wisdom and auspiciousness. The appearance of a dragon is both fearsome and bold but it has a benevolent disposition, and it was an emblem to represent imperial authority. The movements in a performance traditionally symbolize the power and dignity of the dragon.
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You got the colors to really pop. Great use of lighting. It marries the photo of the crowds and your render together very well. Well modelled and textured. Good job!
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drjivago
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Wed, Feb 28, 2024I would also like to thank you guys for being an inspiration and come up with morale and cheerfulness at some point. Also bringing out the early festive feeling of spring, reminding us of the cherry blossoms, the prelude of spring. Thank you for your feedback once again : D
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Wed, Feb 28, 2024You're welcome. It's been great watching your work unfold. I am really happy that you persevered and concluded the exercise with such a lovely outcome.
Wonderful work mate. Looking forward to seeing more of your projects come to life 
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drjivago
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Wed, Feb 28, 2024Thank you for your nice compliments : D You've also added Bounty Hunter wireframe addition which was a dense work as seen from your post. I wish you the best.
Very traditional!
I really like it, I think the Year of the Dragon 2024 only has Asian Dragons, not Dragons like Dinosaurs
I really like it, I think the Year of the Dragon 2024 only has Asian Dragons, not Dragons like Dinosaurs
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drjivago
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Sat, Mar 02, 2024Thank you so much for your kindness and feedback. Much appreciated : D
Love the festive feel! And your dragon is different than all the other dragons here. 
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drjivago
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Mon, Mar 18, 2024Well I'm trying my best, besides your shining out artwork. I'm happy you also liked my entry as much as I liked yours.
Have a great day and thank you for your kindness once again : D
Have a great day and thank you for your kindness once again : D