Friends in Low Places

Friends in Low Places by Shirozubon Saruko (城図凡然る子), with art by The Winter Cynic first appeared in issue Issue 91 in 2021.

Artist's Notes

I have never conceptualized a piece so fast. It was almost instantly beamed from my brain. Shirozubon Saruko has such stellar characterization that all I needed was a few references. I tried a number of new things with this piece, but most especially I feel like I’ve unlocked the secret to drawing and painting nipples. I’m really proud of those nipples. But I am also super proud of the curves and shapes of the whole piece. Somehow I was able to contrast Loren’s sturdiness to Catalina’s softness.

Thank you so much to Shirozubon Saruko for letting me illustrate your story!!