Clear Away Those Cobwebs
I've been talking to a friend (who also draws) about my work and drawing in general. She was able to give me some tips, and somewhat reignited my desire to actually create again. I've spent time perusing various digital tutorials on YouTube and trying new things in my recent works. I'm a bit embarrassed to admit that, only after having/using Photoshop for almost a decade have I finally started taking advantage of keyboard shortcuts (and its incredible, the difference they can make!). I've also discovered that watching other people livestream is not only inspiring, but quite relaxing.
I'm hoping to keep this drive up.
Have you found a specific tutorial and/or livestream to be helpful? I'd love if you would share the link in the comments.
Back Up Plans for the Back Up Plan
I've got some sketches in the works, and a CG piece for a friend that is long overdue.
Audience participation:
What keeps you sane?
Fast Autumn
...which just leaves me to deal with the craziness of the impending holidays.
DeviantArtist Questionairre
How long have you been on DeviantArt? 11 Years
What does your username mean? Its a reference to my original character
Describe yourself in three words. Klutzy, Tall, Bibliophile
Are you left or right handed? Predominately right-handed, but have come to discover that for football and kickball, left dominates.
What was your first deviation?
What is your favourite type of art to create? Traditional drawings
If you could instantly master a different art style, what would it be? Painting
What was your first favourite? <da:thumb id="3065164"/>
What type of art do you tend to favourite the most? Anthro/Anime
Who is your all-time favourite deviant artist? Fukari
If you could meet anyone on DeviantArt in person, who would it be? nekophoenix
How has a fellow deviant impacted your life? Too personal to get into.
What are your preferred tools to create art? Pencil and Photoshop
What is the most inspirational place for you to create art? Anywhere I can access music
What is your favourite DeviantArt memory? Art trade with Rizhnir
My deviantART Story
I've met some really great people during my years here as well. Its been interesting seeing the works of people I've followed since I joined evolve to what they are today. There are races, species and genres I don't think I would've ever come across had I not been a part of this community.
These are just a few of the works from artists who lit the spark in me:
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You may notice that most of these are older works....these are what inspired me as a starting artist. My idols have since changed, but I wanted to give homage to the ones that helped me establish my roots.