Side Story 1
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Ena
But my body can't handle it... Every time I go, I start shaking because I'm so scared of going to that class.
Ena
I can't do what the others can do and I know I'm never going to receive positive criticism. More than anything, I can't forgive myself for letting this all happen...
Kanade
It may be true that drawing illustrations for N25 won't necessarily give you opportunities to learn anything new or improve your skills.
Kanade
But in my opinion, your art has improved compared to when we first met. It's clear that you're always looking for the best way to illustrate the music Mafuyu and I make.
Mizuki
I've recently been catching myself thinking just how much I like what you draw, Ena. You have this way of conveying so many different feelings all at once.
Mafuyu
But I remember being confused by your old illustrations in terms of what you were trying to express because of how you used odd colors and bent lines.
Mizuki
<Whoa, this one's from forever ago! You know, I never really get tired of seeing this girl and her floral hairpiece.>
Kanade
<Right. The girl's body is turned the other way, but the background and flowers on her hair piece make you think about what sort of expression she may have.>
Kanade
<This was from when we made that song that made very different impressions on each person that listened to it.>
Kanade
<That was why I wanted you to draw something that reflected that and also had the same effect. In the end, it matched perfectly with the song.>
Ena
<But I remember that I took too long designing the whole thing and made us upload later than usual.>
Father
I'm saying that you'll keep feeling this pain if you choose to continue drawing...
Father
You won't always be able to produce works that satisfy you. Can you deal with that pain moving forward?
Side Story 2
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Ena
Alright, time to draw. My brush, palette and paint should force me to really think about the texture for each.
Ena
I kept running away from art... I regret doing that, but I was so sure that it was too late for me... And yet...
Yukihira
I do not know how or if you will improve...
Yukihira
But that door will remain open as long as you're willing to face your own art.
*Pencil Scratching*
Ena
<I'm gonna continue working on the rough draft for my illustration since I'm keeping you all waiting.>
Ena
<I know I've wasted a bunch of time already, but I need you all to wait a little bit longer. I promise to get it done this week.>
Ena
<Amia... I know I'm causing you the most trouble, but I need you to bear with me for just a bit longer.>
Ena
<That goes for you too, Yuki. I still haven't forgotten about that question you asked. "Is this really everything you're trying to say?">
*Pencil Scratching*
Ena
(In terms of composition... I've tried framing it a few different ways, but this seems like the best choice.)
Ena
(Think about depth and distances... The edges and contrast too. There's a lot of room for improvement...)
*Pencil Scratching*
*Door Opening*
*Pencil Scratching*
Ena
(No, I've made everyone wait long enough. I should just keep at it and work out all these details while I can.)
Ena
(I have to if I'm gonna have any hope of producing illustrations that do Kanade and Mafuyu's songs justice!)
Side Story 1
Ena
But my body can't handle it... Every time I go, I start shaking because I'm so scared of going to that class.
Ena
I can't do what the others can do and I know I'm never going to receive positive criticism. More than anything, I can't forgive myself for letting this all happen...
Kanade
It may be true that drawing illustrations for N25 won't necessarily give you opportunities to learn anything new or improve your skills.
Kanade
But in my opinion, your art has improved compared to when we first met. It's clear that you're always looking for the best way to illustrate the music Mafuyu and I make.
Mizuki
I've recently been catching myself thinking just how much I like what you draw, Ena. You have this way of conveying so many different feelings all at once.
Mafuyu
But I remember being confused by your old illustrations in terms of what you were trying to express because of how you used odd colors and bent lines.
Mizuki
<Whoa, this one's from forever ago! You know, I never really get tired of seeing this girl and her floral hairpiece.>
Kanade
<Right. The girl's body is turned the other way, but the background and flowers on her hair piece make you think about what sort of expression she may have.>
Kanade
<This was from when we made that song that made very different impressions on each person that listened to it.>
Kanade
<That was why I wanted you to draw something that reflected that and also had the same effect. In the end, it matched perfectly with the song.>
Ena
<But I remember that I took too long designing the whole thing and made us upload later than usual.>
Father
I'm saying that you'll keep feeling this pain if you choose to continue drawing...
Father
You won't always be able to produce works that satisfy you. Can you deal with that pain moving forward?
Side Story 2
Ena
Alright, time to draw. My brush, palette and paint should force me to really think about the texture for each.
Ena
I kept running away from art... I regret doing that, but I was so sure that it was too late for me... And yet...
Yukihira
I do not know how or if you will improve...
Yukihira
But that door will remain open as long as you're willing to face your own art.
*Pencil Scratching*
Ena
<I'm gonna continue working on the rough draft for my illustration since I'm keeping you all waiting.>
Ena
<I know I've wasted a bunch of time already, but I need you all to wait a little bit longer. I promise to get it done this week.>
Ena
<Amia... I know I'm causing you the most trouble, but I need you to bear with me for just a bit longer.>
Ena
<That goes for you too, Yuki. I still haven't forgotten about that question you asked. "Is this really everything you're trying to say?">
*Pencil Scratching*
Ena
(In terms of composition... I've tried framing it a few different ways, but this seems like the best choice.)
Ena
(Think about depth and distances... The edges and contrast too. There's a lot of room for improvement...)
*Pencil Scratching*
*Door Opening*
*Pencil Scratching*
Ena
(No, I've made everyone wait long enough. I should just keep at it and work out all these details while I can.)
Ena
(I have to if I'm gonna have any hope of producing illustrations that do Kanade and Mafuyu's songs justice!)
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Through Pain And Misery, 397, 4, Shinonome Ena, Yoisaki Kanade, Asahina Mafuyu, Akiyama Mizuki





