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For those who have many watchers, and for those who don’t have many, it is hard to know how one retains that interest as well as receive more. This article explores the basics of watchers and how we react to certain situations. Although it does not affect some deviants, and the tips are generally related to common sense, we hope the article is a worthwhile read and that the majority learn something from reading this.
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Artist's Comments Commission Info ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Edit 1/19/08: Finally, June v2. is done! I spent probably another 10 hours on this picture in Photoshop Elements 4.0. No further references were used. I took many of your critiques into consideration as I repainted and added a lot more detail, I hope you like it much better! You can compare it with the old version: [link] No need to re-comment, but of course, you are always welcome to.  ~~~~~~~~~~~~ Note 1/20/08: Ok, apparently the reference image website changed its url, and I can't find them anymore. Just know that I credit Laurenstudios for their "moon reflecting on water" images. Reference images from here (broken link): [link] Brushes used by ~iceytina >Click here for detail shots< Characters are mine. Halfway done with the Months Series!  ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ From now on, I'll credit at the top, since it's important. This was a difficult image to do, mainly because I painted without any lines to define shapes. First try at a mood and atmosphere with a proper background. An explanation: June is the cooler of the hot summer months we get, so I wanted to depict a summer night by the sea. The sea holds a lot of charm for me, mystical and silent. The glows and dragon show the mystery I adore. Note: In case anyone is reading this again, I'll be re-painting the image due to many useful critiques, I'll be resubmitting this soon. Time: At least 10 hours, good grief Process: -Sketch on printer paper, pencil -All painted in GIMP I must note that I *just* found out the pressure sensitivity for GIMP doesn't work on Mac OS X correctly; more pain for me.  Months in Series: January: Frostbitten February: Lovestruck March: Awakened April: Drizzling May: Blossomed June: Rippling July: Illusionary Comments o.o Wow, simply stunning.
 I cannot seem to be able to find a critique for this. Keep up the wonderful work! ^____^ Thanks for the compliment, it means a lot to me. I recognize your username, you have a nice gallery!
-- The world isn't black and white; DA isn't split into "you must be jealous" and "omg i luv ur work!" It's called constructive criticism.  O_O I love this so much!
the shading is gorgeous, I love the reflections!!! Gaaah soo wonderful. -- I pray that I'm an artist who'll rise above the road that is wide and filled with self love. ~ChristianKitsune-Lit My Story Account! Please check it out! ^_^ These stories are potential Comics!  Thank you so much CK! I'm glad you like it so much, there's no way for me to thank you with words. -- The world isn't black and white; DA isn't split into "you must be jealous" and "omg i luv ur work!" It's called constructive criticism. You're welcome. ^___^
I recognize your username too! I love your gallery and definitely look up to you. >w< I only wish I had more to say about it, but really the picture's beauty speaks for itself this looks like it belongs on a poster for some fantasy movie or something.
-- I pray that I'm an artist who'll rise above the road that is wide and filled with self love. ~ChristianKitsune-Lit My Story Account! Please check it out! ^_^ These stories are potential Comics! Yeah, we both commented about a club, remember?
 Anyhow, I'm really glad I met you.  I love your style.-- The world isn't black and white; DA isn't split into "you must be jealous" and "omg i luv ur work!" It's called constructive criticism. Too many compliments will make my head explode...
 Goodness, a movie poster? I'm not nearly up to their standards, but as long as you like the picture, I'm happy. -- The world isn't black and white; DA isn't split into "you must be jealous" and "omg i luv ur work!" It's called constructive criticism.  For the amount of time it took, it came out absolutely fabulous ^^
-- And I've Seen Better Days.  Thank you so much dear! Time should scale with quality, I could've worked it a bit more but I'm sick of it as of now. -- The world isn't black and white; DA isn't split into "you must be jealous" and "omg i luv ur work!" It's called constructive criticism. |
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