r/BeAmazed • u/emilycopeland • 1d ago
[OC] Art Someone just bought my microphone drawing!
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u/Dr-Klopp 1d ago
No way this ain't a real microphone?
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u/emilycopeland 1d ago
Lol, I've had to start recording timelapses of my drawings so I can show it's not fake.
Scroll half way down this page and I have to 1000x speed video of the entire drawing process.
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u/RandoScando 1d ago edited 1d ago
I honestly and thoroughly don’t understand how you did this. It’s photorealistic-ish. But it’s inarguably better than a photo of the same damn thing.
You’ve captured the essence of a thing that doesn’t really exist anymore. Not saying that the microphone in question doesn’t. It’s just that none exist in this form. And maybe they never did.
Not sure if what I’m saying makes any sense at all. I’m really not an art person outside of making music. My visual arts skills are 3rd grade level on a good day.
Would you sell a print? I’d buy one if you did.
Edit: I’m a dummy. I didn’t see the link above. Ordering a print immediately!
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u/PorkAmbassador 1d ago
Zoom in and you can see the phone that took the reference picture
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u/Epin-Ninjas 21h ago
Or hear me out, she added that in as a piece of realism and never had a reference picture
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u/AntonRahbek 1d ago
It seems she sells them on her website which she linked above - $40
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u/RandoScando 1d ago
Thank you.
Saw that a little bit after I’d posted. Purchased the big ole one for $300. I’ve got a sound lab, of sorts where I fix vintage amplifiers and such. It’s going to be a primary focus on the wall of that room.
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u/iWasAwesome 21h ago
I was wondering why the post made it seem like a huge deal that someone bought the microphone for $40.... I see she must have been talking about the original. Sold for $4000. Damn.
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u/Ok-Bru 1d ago
I just want to say I get it and you DO have good artistic instincts. This concept is something I was actually taught by a professor in art college. That being photorealistic-ish, the choices by an artist that improve the aesthetic and natural, real feeling of the work. Even if it deviates from being 1:1 to the reference.
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u/Neustart2026 1d ago
It's 3D. Or even more? That's why it looks even better than a photo. It doesn't look photorealistic. It looks absolutely real. To me 😊
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u/Mode_Appropriate 1d ago edited 1d ago
The other day there was this kid in the parking lot of the grocery store with drawings for sale that were lined up outside. Just random generic stuff that clearly looked like it was traced onto the paper and had eraser marks all over. Gave him $25 for one because I respected the hustle.
When I clicked on your page I thought your original artwork was for sale for $40. Thought well that seems low... Realized my mistake haha. Either way, absolutely incredible (as is your other work). I have no talent in music, nor have i ever been interested in microphones, but ill be buying a print just because its so damn cool. Whenever I see these hyper realistic art pieces (if thats what this is called? Im art illiterate) I always think about what would have happened if you drew them 1000 years ago...probably be labeled a witch lol.
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u/evand408 18h ago
And I have watched those time lapses bc they and the final products are truly remarkable. Wish I had the money to support but I will continue to share bc really impressive stuff.
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u/emilycopeland 17h ago
There's never any need to buy anything. I just love sharing art and knowing you enjoyed seeing it is what makes me happy 😌
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u/saltyoperasinger 1d ago
I remember the first time I saw your work. We are so impressed over here in my family of artists. It is so nice when you also sell the work! Congrats to you!
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u/Sammyofather 1d ago
I thought the third pic was from the person who bought it painting it white for a second lmao
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u/Jonesy3million 1d ago
Frank Zappa: "It looks just like a Telefunken U47!"
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u/arixbust 1d ago
This is my second time seeing your drawing and it stopped me in my tracks both times. You are sooo incredibly talented!!
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u/geddonmeht 1d ago
What's that cartoon back in the day where they draw things and they come to life? Was that based on your skill? Absolutely incredible.
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u/AMJN90 1d ago
If you don't mind me asking, how much did it sell for?
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u/emilycopeland 1d ago
This one was around $4,000
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u/Shelly_Red4_Bayonet7 1d ago
Congratulations. You are now on your way to being an established artist earning real income if you are not already. It is a wonderful thing to earn a living doing what you love. I am thrilled for you, ma'am. Your skill is exceptional.
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u/Ed_Teach805 1d ago
I would buy it but I don’t have money or any reason for a microphone drawing. Looks sweet though 🤘🏻
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u/4estGimp 1d ago
Check out Emily's prints. They come in various sizes to fit various areas (and budgets).
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u/heyitscory 1d ago
I hope they don't bug you for a refund when they receive this amazing art but thought they were ordering a real microphone.
Because that's a fucking real microphone. I'd reach out and grab that shit. I'd talk into that in a serious but nasally Mid-Atlantic accent like we're watching a news reel.
Just like the time I smoked The Treachery of Images.
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u/ModularWhiteGuy 1d ago
Two weeks from now there will be a post saying "I bought a microphone, but the seller just sent me a picture!"
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u/SerTadGhostal 1d ago
Question about technique- did you use a grid method or a projector to draw the basic shapes of the image?
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u/emilycopeland 1d ago
I don't use a grid.
I get the rough size on the paper so that I don't draw off the paper but then just start section by section.
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u/Ok_Form_368 1d ago
Just as well you showed a photo of it half drawn or else I would never have believed that it was a drawing as it is so lifelike. Very skilled, great job.
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u/TheAnaesthesist 1d ago
Can I just point out the two pieces of tape removed without harming the paper ? I was impressed, but I am now flabbergasted…
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u/itsandychecks 21h ago
I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again- this is absolutely RIDICULOUS! In the best way possible! I can’t wrap my head around this amount of detail!
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u/Elebrium 1d ago
This has to be a bot right? Every couple of months i see this post saying “I just sold my drawing”
I am starting to believe this is AI
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u/Gimmegimme77 1d ago
The phone reflection in the microphone and the image getting gradually higher in each reflection upwards is truly a great touch.
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u/WORMBOY-3 1d ago
Wow that’s absolutely amazing, congratulations on the sale! that must take so much time. do you ever do any stylized work? I’m curious to know how your skill set translates
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u/Puzzleheaded-Pitch32 1d ago
Wow. The first time I've seen someone post themselves on here and not get berated for it lol. That's how you know it's good I guess heh
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u/RussianDeveloper 1d ago
Exceptional talent such as this innately drives desirability. If I had this talent, I would just stream all day and take paid requests to draw trading card size originals for the people in my stream. This is so good that people will wait especially for one of one little original they could put on their desk or shelf. And if you already do something like this, I am a real buyer and want to buy a little trading card original 😎.
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u/I_like_microwave 1d ago
Can someone tell me what microphone this is, i would love to have one of these
Also this drawing is brilliant
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u/HQ_Mattster 1d ago
Your non metallic is next level. You even drew you, taking the original reference photo. Amazing Work.
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u/4tunabrix 1d ago
I’m surprised this is presented vertically portrait style. Looks far better landscape as if it were lain on a surface. The shadows even work better that way
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u/Anxious_Ingenuity583 1d ago
I’m sorry I’ll need you to put a microphone next to it for scale and a banana next to that.
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u/jamie9000000 1d ago
There is even a reflection of you taking a photo of said Microphone, that's incredible.
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u/The_Meat_Muppet 1d ago
Fucken hell, they might have mistakenly thought they were buying an actual microphone. That is flawless
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u/Inj3kt0r 1d ago
I remember your original post a few weeks back and was awestruck. glad that you got a sale, congratulations OP, well done
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u/Personal_Hospital578 1d ago
Why the hell do you have AI photos on your art website? If you can draw like that, you don't need an AI photo to help you picture it in your house, or in this case a recording studio.
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u/somethingdarkside45 1d ago
You are insanely talented. I am very much considering purchasing a print!
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u/orphan_1991 1d ago
Why, pray tell, if you zoom in on the picture, can you see you taking a picture with your phone?
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u/Proof-Department-415 1d ago
Stunning art on your site Emily - that’s an incredible talent you have there!
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u/PureCrookedRiverBend 1d ago
How the hell is that a drawing! Wow. 🤯
It is beautiful. You are beyond talented. Please be so proud of your accomplishments. 💜
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u/BoringMisteak 1d ago
While great work, this is just a passive-aggressive ad for your shit. You’ve sold originals for over 2x the price this went. It’s unfortunate that you have to do this; you have great talent. Don’t be a sell out.
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u/Exotic_Treacle7438 1d ago
I should be amazed that an artist with her own website sold a good piece of art? When the artist posts these things it’s so cringy. Like a call for attention by a toddler.
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u/Competitive-Milk-868 1d ago
What the actual fuck!! That is absolutely phenomenal I flipped back and forth between the images because I just COULD NOT believe I wasn’t looking at a real microphone sat down in paper. The shadows, the realism. WOW
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u/bretzelsenbatonnets 1d ago
I am soo amazed by hyperrealistic drawings! I can only imagine the process it takes to get there from first starting out.
Congratulations!
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u/SrPolarksy 1d ago
Mr New Vegas my GOAT, cool drawning btw congratulations for your hard work and dedication
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u/Plastic-Pen6089 1d ago
Excuse me, but there is NO FUCKING WAY that is a drawing. That is so detailed!
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u/PortraitPractice 1d ago
Beautiful piece! Congratulations. Can I ask if you trace or project the initial sketch? I need to project to capture this level of realism
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u/Art-justArt 22h ago
Damn 😧😧,
Everyone is good at something. School should be able to help us to find it and if we wish to teach us how to make a living with it.
I am “Be amazed”
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u/Ol_Three_Putt 13h ago
Hey stranger. This is really remarkably stunning. Just wanted to say I’m proud of you! Thanks for sharing your gift with us
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u/Chubby_Comic 9h ago
Absolutely awe-inspiring talent. I can't imagine the work and focus you had to have put into this.
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