What day is it today?
I tried out different palettes and writing methods.
I’m not very good at “dynamic movements”, but this looks pretty good.
March 13th is “Shinsengumi Day” Established by the Hino City Tourism Association in Tokyo. On March 13th of the lunar calendar in 1863 (Bunkyu 3), the predecessor of the Shinsengumi, the Mibu Roshigumi, which was based in Mibu, Kyoto, received a message from Matsudaira Katamori, the lord of the Aizu domain and Kyoto Shugoshoku, that they would be placed under the custody of the Aizu domain, and the Shinsengumi was officially launched.
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“Shinsengumi Day” prompt
Create a dynamic, stylized, gorgeous piece of work in an anime style illustration of a Shinsengumi samurai brandishing a sword.
Impressionistic, with brushstrokes and textures conveying movement and energy.
The Shinsengumi samurai is a light blue-green with a pale turquoise color and is in a dynamic pose, arms outstretched in front of him while holding his sword.
His clothing appears flowing and slightly translucent, suggesting movement.
The background is a muted color scheme of beige, gray, and light turquoise, with areas of splashes and brushstrokes resembling ink or watercolor paintings.
The overall aesthetic recalls traditional Japanese art forms while using a somewhat dynamic, action-oriented perspective.
Japanese geta are visible.
The character's facial expression is neutral, facing slightly forward, reflecting determination and skill.
The image uses a mix of muted grays, blues and pale turquoises, with emphasis on texture, suggesting a painted piece, perhaps a type of sumi-e, with a slightly impressionistic feel. Detailed depiction of the sword's hilt and blade.
Summary of what day it is today: March 13th
- Shinsengumi Day: Established by the Hino City Tourism Association in Tokyo. On March 13th of the lunar calendar in 1863 (Bunkyu 3), the predecessor to the Shinsengumi, the Mibu Roshigumi, based in Mibu, Kyoto, received a message from Matsudaira Katamori, the lord of the Aizu domain and Kyoto Shugoshoku (protector of Kyoto), that they would be placed under the custody of the Aizu domain, and the Shinsengumi was officially launched.
- Seikan Tunnel Opening Anniversary: On this day in 1988, the JR Tsugaru Kaikyo Line, which runs through the Seikan Tunnel, opened.
- Sandwich Day: Because the number 3 (san) is sandwiched between the number 1 (ichi).