Elphaba & Young Chistery
Ink, watercolour and pencil drawing on paper.
Illustration I did whilst reading the book Wicked by Gregory Maguire.
Chistery is Elphaba’s beloved monkey whom she later sews wings onto. I really don’t like this drawing but I thinks it’s the closest I got to visualizing how sweet and innocent Chistery is in the book.
Elphaba & Young Chistery belongs to the following groups:
Fine Arts Influenced by Literature Available for sale asGreeting Cards, Matted Prints and Canvas Prints

BLYTHART
Ink and watercolour is what I am currently “into” so I really appreciate this. There is a Redbubble group for illustrators and I think you should be in it. You have done an excellent job of painting the fluffiness of this little fellow. I don’t know if you intend to become an illustrator, but if you do, then I’d say you have a bright future ahead of you Paul.
darkestartist
wow there’s alot of ink and watercolor work going around lately, been doing that myself. anyways I love what you did here. it’s a great book (my favorite by him, some I don’t like much). I especially like the monkey. Elphaba was so misunderstood and the book really makes you think about how people judge each other and how some are wrongly persecuted.
yt sumner
heartbreaking…really it’s just going to be in a million little pieces if you keep going like this.
Robert Knapman
Ahhhh for the love of pen and ink – your work is the kind that make one wanna start working with those tools again. I really love your style.
jerry alcantara
a really an artist work!
plyle
so beautiful!
Mohammad Khaksar
Hey, hey, hey! This is definitely one to stop by, and to look at for a looooong time, paul!
great work!
pinkyjain
you have done Elphaba proud Paul, she is beautiful, and little Chistery is delightful, such a darling face, such sweetness in this excellent painting. These all have been a pleasure to see and read, true treasures, you have a wonderful gift Paul, hope your dream comes true where you can draw all day & get paid for it
Paul Compton replied
Thank you so much pinkyjain. I’m kind of hoping that you do a drawing of Chistery – I think you would be the perfect person to capture his spirit. xo
silencieux
I really love your Art Work Paul ! thank you so much ….Andre
Tina Hogg
Wonderful characters! Beautiful lines and colour
pinkyjain
i actually haven’t gotten that far in the book yet, i’m not a slow reader, just trying to find time in a day to do everything (and RB just went off the air here for near 30 minutes, so i actually got some drawing done, another commissioned Dog portrait with 3 Dogs in this one), but i will certainly be glad to consider when i get to that part, would be an honor to such a wonderful book
Sylvia Karall
Your art is awesome and would be perfect for illustration. I can’t wait for your book launch, Paul. Can I put my name on the waiting list to buy your book? Sorry I meant books…
John Douglas
Paul I turn my back for a minute and you’ve put all this amazing work up! I’m going to be keeping my good eye on you…
Hoffard
Awwww… Poor monkey! He looks so sweet!
Makeba Kedem-D...
Excellent detail work Paul! peace…
Becc Orszag
even though your images appear dark there is still a childlike innocence about them, i think its a fascinating aspect.
Andy Mercer
I echo Blyth’s comments.. you should do some research on getting into book illustration.. because you are very good.
And you do colour as well ;)
bchrisdesigns
oh yes, i love this! i am so glad to see your works!!!! they are so up my alley!!!!!
hilarydougill
Great artwork, wondrous imagery, especially the monkey, You should do illustrations for books, you would be really good at it, Wonderful
studiofascino
this is great art!!!! love the expresions
Paul Compton replied
Thank you so much studiofascino. Thanks for visiting my page! : )
RSart
listening to moonage daydream while going through your folio. by the way, with such guest list this is gonna be one hot dinner party. but can it be followed by an exhibition of your work before the live music and dancing till dawn with ziggy stardust?
Paul Compton replied
Oh oh yes yes. That sounds great. There will also be a costume chest on hand so we can dress up like complete kooks and dance like crazy – inspired by The Cure’s Friday I’m In Love video. Thanks for commenting RSart. Best wishes : )
margaretfraser
love your strong use of colour and the monkey
Paul Compton replied
Thank you so much for commenting Margaret : )
BLYTHART
I like that you have included her pointy chin as in the book. The cover of my copy shows a rather rounded chin.
Paul Compton replied
Thank you Dave. The pointy chin is a necessity to her character I think. Strong, well-defined. I’m so glad you are reading the book Dave : )
ellamental
like the green!!
Paul Compton replied
Thank you so much! : )
Tara Sheffer-A...
This is great, but I love that monkey!!!
Paul Compton replied
Hee hee, thank you kindly Tara. Best wishes to you : )