Dragon Ball Z - ANDROID 18 RISES. / Bazal. 11,7x16,5 in.

"cold eyes, perfect control"

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This portrait of Android 18, an iconic character from Dragon Ball Z, was created by Ángel Bazal directly in ink, with no preliminary sketch, embracing immediacy and eliminating any safety net. The character is depicted with a firm, defiant stance—arms crossed, gaze locked forward—conveying absolute control and the cold confidence that defines her personality. The direct linework reinforces Android 18’s essence: precise, restrained, and lethal. Every stroke defines volume and attitude without underlying construction, relying entirely on the artist’s confidence. The intense yellow background works not just as color, but as a visual pressure field that pushes the figure forward, enhancing her dominant presence. The ink, applied decisively, creates sharp contrasts and living textures that replace any need for prior planning. The result is an image that balances graphic discipline with creative risk, merging anime iconography with a raw, expressive approach rooted in traditional direct drawing.

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