Lara and the divine dragon

Lara and the Divine Dragon – Digital Illustration
By Chandra Kusuma

This illustration depicts Lara, a brave warrior princess standing face to face with destiny beside the Divine Dragon—an ancient guardian spirit from the sacred Eastern skies. Set in a world where myth and war collide, Lara channels both elegance and strength, prepared to protect her realm through wisdom and steel.

The Divine Dragon, inspired by Chinese mythology and Javanese spiritual motifs, represents an eternal force of balance and cosmic justice. The soft, glowing color palette and intricate linework bring the bond between warrior and beast to life, capturing a moment of calm before the storm.

Drawn and painted digitally, this piece combines anime-inspired proportions with fantasy realism, creating a visual blend of modern digital storytelling and timeless legend.

Software: Photoshop
Style: Fantasy Character Illustration
Theme: Eastern Mythology × Heroic Bond
Time: ~2–3 days from sketch to final polish