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Cskia [2010-11-14 23:19:55 +0000 UTC]

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Luvdisc :Warm Colors: is a sweet and simple duotone picture that easily catches the attention of viewers. It is nicely done with a common yet lovely technique and there is a decent consistency between the foreground and background of the piece. For ~FreakyFreak95 , this piece of art can be said to be a success. I shall not go deeply into the triumphs in hope to make this critique shorter than an essay, but do not forget that there are so many more good parts in this picture than problems. However, I have given it a rating of two-and-a-half stars for a few reasons.

First of all, I feel that Luvdisc's snout could have been done better. For the shadows on the snout, you employed the use of a sort of tan hue, but I believe a grayish purple would've better suited the job. Also, instead of having the snout stand out from the rest of the picture, a slight pinkish gold would unite it with the other parts of the scene. Thus there would be a greater harmony on the Luvdisc's body.

Secondly, Luvdisc appears to be tilted to the viewer at a slight angle. That in itself is great, however, the shadows on the body do not sugges that to be the case. If the light shines mainly in front of Luvdisc, as the case seems to be, then there would be greater shadows on Luvdisc, and this shadow would appear darker, like a deeper red-violet. Also, the color directly to the right of the shadow line would appear darker than the shadow far from the line. Although it seems that you attempted to show this, the orchid purple in the shadow distracts from this effect and leaves a rather odd blot on the body of the Pokemon.

Lastly, the background can be improved. The orange color on the top of the picture is warm, but the purple at the bottom right corner appears strikingly cold. This leaves a sort of confusing impression. The purple would benefit from more pink being mixed in, and a more agreeable texture can also help the picture as a whole. As it is, the picture is a duotone composition with two colors that don't mix in perfectly well.

As many people seemed to have written already, you are experimenting with a lovely and popular style of art. Whether this style fits you is not for me to say, but I trust that you will know whether a technique fits you or not.

I hope I have not hurt your confidence by rating this rather lowly. I can almost guarantee that none of your other friends would rate this lower than I. But as it is, I think that it is the tuth that you are still only partway to your full potential, and that you can do much better. You still have a long way to go, my friend. And of course, so do the rest of us. To be honest, I would give myself a rating of one star for some of my works, and zero stars on most. You know what you are doing, much better than I know myself. And that, is already an achievement.

With that, I wish you luck,

Sky

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FieryWithin [2010-11-13 06:01:02 +0000 UTC]

My rating :

Strangely enough, I seem to be about to disagree with most people. Well it shows that we all have different views and opinions. ^^

As correct as it is that this picture could hardly be any simpler, I think you still managed to create a warm and soft atmosphere, that's what my first thought was - and I was quite surprised to see other comments highlighting an overall emptiness and lack of consistance.

I mean I agree there is not much to be seen, and yet, I personnally love that picture. And I'm a guy who hates Luvdisc and who loves detailed drawings, so this is extremely surprising.

To me, the brighter colors on top really manage to evoke a sunset above the water, and the darker colors above suggest the depth of the sea. The colors all blend so beautifully together - and the strongest point here in my opinion lies in the fact that you've managed to evoke different things by actually drawing extremely few.

I have to agree with Firefox though that this painting technique has often been seen, but you are beginning so I think it's not surprising you try out various techniques before finding your own in your own style.
Also, I agree with people saying that you'll probably need to draw more detailed things if you are to start commission.
But still, I find this beautiful as it is.


Not sucking up to you, if I didn't like it I'd tell you - I know that's what you want.
It's just that I personally really enjoy this picture and what it suggests through your shading.

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Cskia [2010-11-10 01:00:53 +0000 UTC]

Alrihgt...before I start on a (perhaps) long critique, would you prefer an overboard extollment, a mildand rather disconnected review, or one which is true but perhaps a bit harsh?

~Sky

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Espeon2Glaceon [2010-11-07 22:03:48 +0000 UTC]

I'd give it (and my sister would too!)! I love the warm colors and the luvdisc looks cute!

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vireosy [2010-11-07 18:59:25 +0000 UTC]

I rather like it, the colours chosen and how you worked with them. It all fits together rather nicely. Looking at *FreakyEd 's comment, I would have to agree with everything said. The texture is very nicely done, though I'm assuming that's partly SAI's doing. The contrast and overall simplicity of it is a little underdone, however. Add a little more something for better... visual interest? Luvdisc demands a more complex background or more subject matter to be more visually interesting. Of course, that entire comment comes off as confusing, I hope you get the gist?

Now, why can't people give me an honest critique on my own work? ;-;

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FreakyEd [2010-11-07 16:47:03 +0000 UTC]

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My Thoughts:Pros:
The colors are warm and simple as it should be.
Who can resist that Luvdisc's adorableness~?
The sense of texture given by the brush is very well pulled off!

Cons:
The image needs more contrast, mostly on Luvdisc.
[A Nod To ~SilverNightRose 's Comment] The limited coloring makes this picture look "too simple" in some parts
Adding highlights and shadows will help make this pic stand out more

My Thoughts: I think it looks really good, despite some minor flaws, the picture is adorable and makes you want to hug that Luvdisc! Great job!

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Cris525Pokemon [2010-11-07 13:31:19 +0000 UTC]

cool artwork. Ill give it a it looks so real with those warm colors like a painting. but you look for something a little bit complex.

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MissCuteZarina [2010-11-06 19:38:02 +0000 UTC]

:star!: :star!: :star!: :star!:
Cute and great, you have to work on the background, but is LOVELY !!

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firefox-67 [2010-11-06 16:35:47 +0000 UTC]

I agree with ~SilverNightRose , perhaps a
It's not your best work, and I see this technique everywhere. Not saying that it still doesn't look nice, but I'm saying to pick something a little more your own style, and fits your own personality more.
BUT
I do like all of these colors together, and your choice of Pokemon was very good for a sweet picture like this The meaning behind it is also sweet ^^

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Digiteam3 [2010-11-06 05:22:03 +0000 UTC]

the colors are brilliant and beautifull

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SilverNightRose [2010-11-06 00:52:52 +0000 UTC]

I think the colors are too monotonous and the main object in this picture gets lost in its background. You did a very good job here, though. I believe that if you challenge yourself to draw a more complex pokemon(or whatever thing you wish to draw), you will definitely get more views/commissions!

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