Sphinx

@thesphinxden

A real-life sphinx. Full time Technical Illustrator and Writer, part time story teller. Lover of Scifi and Horror. Icon art by @deltahexagon Married to @40Doodles. She/Her.

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Sphinx@thesphinxden· 19d

Trying to really push the "goat" aspect of the Kren's faces. The downward slope, the widely spaced eyes, etc. Here is a WIP sketch of Jah'Nu, probably yelling at someone to get their manager. Fun fact: Kren have to use extra wide screens. #scifiart #scifi #sketch #art #characterdesign

A digital sketch of a character named Jah'Nu. She is a Kren, a species of goat like aliens with four arms, a head crest, and hooves. She stands in an aggressive pose, with three arms gesturing to something (or someone) offscreen.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· 20d

Sinax, daughter of famous chef Su'Gar and heir to his food empire. She is compassionate, sassy, and has everything set in motion for a life of success...until it is all ripped away from her.

A digital drawing of an OC named Sinax. She is a feline like alien with large bat like ears, eye stripes like a cheetah, and green eyes. She is wearing a short sleeved purple jacket with white trim and a purple headcap. Her pants are black and her shoes are shades of grey.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· 20d

If you see this, post a smiling OC! Fun fact! When Allderians laugh, they sound like hyenas! www.youtube.com/watch?v=FQaS...

Sphinx@thesphinxden· 29d

"A monstrous figure with a strangely kind and intelligent gaze. She can't remember her name, but I trust her." #art #digitalart #humanart #sciencefiction #scifi #worldbuilding

A full body illustration of a creature with a strong, lean-muscled figure. It is wearing a tattered red cloak and red loin cloth. It is green and a mix between humanoid, insect, and reptile with a fierce expression.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· Jul 12

A big player in Manifest Revolt is...a species of mushroom called the "Goli". It is the ONLY food the Kren can eat. If they eat anything else, they can get sick at best or at worst, die. #sciart #sciencefiction #worldbuilding

A digital illustration of an alien species of mushroom called the "Goli". In this illustration it appears at night as a light brown with bioluminescent qualities.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· Jul 9

Added a third beetle. Working on a fourth. #sciart #beetle #bug #natureart #nature #traditionalart

5x7 paintings of a dogbane beetle, a scarab beetle, and a stag beetle.

A 5x7 painting of a dogbane beetle on a purple background.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· Jul 9

This is my kitty Peaches, she was very sleepy yesterday and she believes in you. Hang in there. I know it's tough but I believe in you too.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· Jul 6

Been a while since I sketched him. #gow #sindri #godofwar #fanart #dwarf

A black and white sketch of Sindri the dwarf from God of War.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· Jul 2

The Kren have a cranial crest, horns, long ears, and thick hair...all of those features together were a big design challenge. So here is a small, simple breakdown (mostly for myself) of how the features of a Kren head fit together. #art #sketch #scifi #worldbuilding #characterdesign

A sketch layout showing the breakdown of all the features of a Kren head, including a cranial crest, horns, long ears, and hair.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· Jun 24

Not to brag but I made cinnamon spiced grilled peaches and they were so good. #food

A close up picture of grilled sliced peaches. They are juicy, slightly chared and sprinkled with a hint of cinnamon.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· Jun 14

Oh yeah, honestly this is my way of touching grass lol. Here they are finished! I definitely plan to make more.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· Jun 13

Been making cute little beetle paintings. Metallic paint and glitter on their shells so they shimmer. #art #sciart #beetle #bug #painting #illustration

Two side by side 5x7 acrylic paintings of a stag beetle and scarab beetle.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· Jun 11

-Stares down at you menacingly-. #sketch #oc #ocsky #scifi

A black and white sketch of an OC named Jah'Nu. She is a goat like alien with a long snout, horns, and a head crest like a dinosaur.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· Jun 1

Grand Minister of Security Brom. He is a smarmy, sniveling backstabber in charge of an entire City with legions at his command. If you ever cross him, run in the opposite direction and don't stop. #oc #ocart #ocsky #originalcharacter #humanart #scifi

A portrait of an original character named Brom. He is a goat like alien with curved horns, pink skin, and a flowing blond beard. He is dressed in royal blue and light blue official clothing, and is glaring at the viewer with a sinister smirk.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 29

Next up is Su'Gar (pronounced "Soo-Gar"), Sinax's father and famous chef. Su'Gar is beloved by Allderian foodies for his mastery of the culinary arts. Sinax hoped to follow in his footsteps and inherit his business...until things went horribly, horribly wrong. #scifi #oc #ocsky #worldbuilding

A portrait of an original character named Su'Gar. He is a cat-like alien with large ears, eye stripes, and a red chef outfit.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 27

Second character in this series is Jah'Nu. Jah'Nu is very much Sinax's "spiritual opposite", and even though they have experienced similar horrors, they are mortal enemies. #art #digitalart #oc #ocsky #originalcharacter #scifi

A digital illustration of an original character named "Jah'Nu". She is a goat-like alien with horns, broad shoulders, and a head crest like a dinosaur. She has a glowing pink chest with backlit ribs, pink energy flowing out from her body. Her expression is stern and cold.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 25

"Prophet, O' Prophet!" #art #digitalart #oc #ocsky #originalcharacter #scifi

A bust illustration of my OC Sinax, a feline like alien with large bat like ears and a glowing blue third eye. She is in armor with black wires tangled behind her, and backlit with an ominous pink to black background.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 21

Doodled myself and @40doodles.bsky.social as Eridians! He is based off yooperlite, a speckled smooth rock that has spots that glow under UV light. I'm based on obsidian with a sleek and jet black carapace, but very smol with stubby little legs/claws (I'm very short irl). #phm #eridsona

A doodle of two Eridians, a species of alien from Project Hail Mary, based off of my husband and I. I am a small, stubby Eridian made of obsidian while he is a taller, more slim Eridian based of off yooperlite.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 19

Doodle of Sinax as a mermaid. I think it's possible that Allderians would have some similiar folklore creatures in their myths, considering their homeworld Dynon is covered with vast oceans. Plus, I've been giving her a really hard time lately lol. #sketch #oc #ocsky #mermay

A greyscale sketch of an OC named Sinax as a mermaid. She is a feline like alien with large bat like ears and eye stripes like a cheetah. She has a fish tail, fins on her arms and a bra made of seaweed.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 17

My beetles! I want to do a series eventually. Their shells are so pretty and fun to paint.

A rough digital painting of a blue Hercules beetle with its wings spread seen from the top down perspective.

A digital painting of a dogbane beetle seen from the top down perspective. It has iridescent and metallic colors of blue, green, orange and yellow.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 13

Half way done, got two more and one spot open ~

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 13

Next OC is Cinny! I had a lot of fun with her design~! #art

A colored sketch of an OC named Cinny that belongs to @solidpawn.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 10

Oh come on bsky, don't give me a black BG when it's transparent!

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 10

Rocky mate bad as hell, statement. #projecthailmary #phm #phmadrian #scifi #fanart

A fan design of Adrian from Project Hail Mary behind a painted version of their planet "Erid" with text that reads "Rocky Mate Bad as hell, statement".

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 10

Some rough designs for Adrian, mostly inspired by tumblr. I like the idea of them being bigger, taller with a more narrow shaped "head". I couldn't decide between my "goth baddie" version and the blue/green version folks here like to do, so I did both! #phm #projecthailmary #scifi

A fan design of the alien "Adrian". Adrian is an Eridian from the movie and book "Project Hail Mary", and is one of the main character Rocky's mate. They are never shown, only mentioned. This version of Adrian has a black rocky exterior inspired by hematite.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 9

Compiling these as they come, I have one more slot left. OCs belong to @40doodles.bsky.social and @lakefoundtheirexit.bsky.social

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 9

Second OC is my husband @40doodles.bsky.social 's Bianca, CEO of Lush Inc and powerhouse not to be crossed.

A sketch of an OC named Bianca, she is a pig anthro and has a very large build. She is the CEO of Lush Inc.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 8

First one is @lakefoundtheirexit.bsky.social 's chill fox OC!

A sketch of a fox OC with a green beanie and a green hoodie.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 7

There is a super cute trend on tumblr of fans drawing Adrian, Rocky's mate, bigger and bigger until they're just a giant. So of course I had to contribute. #sketch #art #projecthailmary

A sketch of two aliens - Rocky from Project Hail Mary, and his mate Adrian who is a giant. This is not an official design for Adrian.

Sphinx@thesphinxden· May 4

Wanted to play around with the idea of giving Heshin blacklight reactive tattoos. Also, can you tell he's a *bit* unstable? Imagine getting flashbanged by that evil, wide-eyed grin. #art #oc #ocsky #artsky