I want this as my wallpaper...
Is the cover going to cut part of his cloak away to make the square album cover look? That's a saaad. This is my favorite piece on Newgrounds that I've seen thus far (though I have had the account for about 3 days now). I haven't checked yet, but if you have other art out, I'm going to look at it. And friend you (does Newgrounds have a friending button?) so I can remember to check on updates on your art.
This is truly a fantastic piece. The faded colors make this look worn and old, the light/dark aspects make it interesting and appealing. The bleeding, melting appearance makes this feel sad as a piece. I really get a bit of emotional attachment to how sad this guy makes me feel. That's the initial impression on it, but as I look closer, there are just amazing textures on his face, cloak and feathers. This piece took you a week? Like... straight? This piece (if I were even this talented) would take at least 2 straight weeks by my reckoning. How did you actually make this piece? Did you start with a picture, outline it, repaint it, and then make it bleed? Was it another picture or did you draw it? So many questions...
But that is besides the point. I really commend you on this fantastic work.