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Andromeda by Paul Smith

Artist: Paul Smith (All)

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Title:	Andromeda by Paul Smith
Artist:	Paul Smith (All)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Pin Up
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	354
Likes on CAF:	19 20
Comments:	15
Added to Site:	11/20/2024
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Description

This piece is really something special. I've been after a Paul Smith Legionnaire piece for almost as long as I've been collecting, and Andromeda, being one of my favourite Legionnaires, was always at the top of my list. Smith's work is always in such high demand, and I can never seem to watch his website well enough to be in time for any of his art drops. I had a shot at a Smith Andromeda a few CALs ago, but it was quite pricey and there were other pieces I liked more, so I let it be. I had another chance a few months ago, when a different piece was listed for sale in the CAF classifieds, but at the time I was trying to "save money" or "manage my finances" or something silly like that. It sold pretty quickly, while I was still trying to talk myself into the purchase, and I spent the next few months kicking myself for not snapping it up when I had the chance. Where else was I going to get such a perfect shot at a Smith Andromeda?

Well, you'll imagine my absolute delight when a friend of mine let me know that this beauty of a Smith piece was currently up for grabs in the Deal Or No Deal comic art Facebook group! There was just one problem: I wasn't a member of the group (which meant I couldn't message the seller with a purchase request), and the DOND mods can sometimes take a little while to accept requests to join. I threw together the fastest join request in history, and one of my friends got in contact with the mods to ask them to check out my request since there was a time-sensitive piece I was looking to buy. Thanks to them, I got in, and was able to seal the deal!

And wow, what a piece this is! I think it's hands down one of the best single-character pieces I've ever seen from Smith, and definitely the best Andromeda (though I might be juuuust a little biased). The other two pieces I'd passed on were half-body shots, but I absolutely love that this one is full-figure, which I think is less common to see from Smith these days when he does his art drops. I'm also admittedly a little picky when it comes to how he draws faces, but there's just nothing in Andy's face to be picky about, here. I love how Smith rendered her expression - she's practically glowing with happiness. That's reflected in her pose, too, which feels very lighter-than-air. My first impression was that she was flying, but I've heard a few people say she almost looks like she's dancing, instead. Either way, she's clearly having a fantastic time, which is my favourite part of this piece.

Smith's artistic skill is on full display here, too. It's probably not the easiest thing to show convincing highlights in black starfield fabric when you're working purely in black and white, but he pulls it off perfectly, leaving just the right amount unshaded and un-starred. I also love how absolutely bouncy and voluminous he made her hair, and how much detail went into every curl.

I've been collecting for nearly four years, so it's a true delight to finally cross a Paul Smith piece off of my list, especially one as beautiful as this. A big thanks goes out to the friends that helped facilitate this, and the seller on DOND for making this an excellent first experience with the group!

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Last Login:	September 2025
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Steve Day Vich
Member Since 2007

2 - Posted on 11/20/2024

A real gem for your collection.

Margaret Leigh
Member Since 2021

1 - Posted on 11/20/2024

Steve Day Vich wrote:

A real gem for your collection.

Thanks! One of my very favourites, for sure!

Seamus O
Member Since 2007

2 - Posted on 11/20/2024

I always love Cosmic pieces. How cool to have the galaxy on your costume! Great pose!

Margaret Leigh
Member Since 2021

1 - Posted on 11/20/2024

Seamus O wrote:

I always love Cosmic pieces. How cool to have the galaxy on your costume! �Great pose!�

The starfield is such a fun design element! Definitely my favourite part of her costume.

Ben Bressel
Member Since 2003

2 - Posted on 11/20/2024

Fabulous

J. C.
Member Since 2022

2 - Posted on 11/20/2024

This might be the dooziest doozy that ever doozied!

Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005

2 - Posted on 11/20/2024

She's floating on air like you.

Rick W
Member Since 2017

2 - Posted on 11/20/2024

Beauty!!

F M
Member Since 2005

2 - Posted on 11/21/2024

Her face is spot on

Paul Brzegowy
Member Since 2010

2 - Posted on 11/21/2024

Congrats on getting a tough one off the list. He has been on my list for years but I have not been fast enough on the draw.

Margaret Leigh
Member Since 2021

1 - Posted on 11/21/2024

Paul Brzegowy wrote:

Congrats on getting a tough one off the list. He has been on my list for years but I have not been fast enough on the draw.

Hey, thank you! I hope you're able to get a Smith piece for yourself, too! It's definitely worth keeping an eye on places other than just his website, like eBay and the CAF classifieds.

Jeffrey Moy
Member Since 2011

2 - Posted on 11/21/2024

Great get Margaret! I know that feeling of kicking yourself for missing an opportunity and then having a second chance at it!

Margaret Leigh
Member Since 2021

1 - Posted on 11/21/2024

Jeffrey Moy wrote:

Great get Margaret!� I know that feeling of kicking yourself for missing an opportunity and then having a second chance at it!

Awww, thank you, Jeff!! The two missed opportunities were worth it to keep me on the lookout for this one!

J Murdock
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 11/21/2024

So, icon change when?

Margaret Leigh
Member Since 2021

1 - Posted on 11/21/2024

J Murdock wrote:

So, icon change when?

You know, I might have to give that some serious thought. Hmm...

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