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I don't really condone whining about things that bother me, venting publicly, or asking for things for many reasons.
I get ashamed about it and usually take whatever it is down within minutes.
I'd like to talk about something with you today, however. Three years ago, I could have posted a piece of shit piece that has so much wrong with it, terrible title , terrible caption, little to no understanding of anything, and photoshop brushes and filters for a background and it would not only end up on the front page for this website for hours, receive hundreds of favourites and thousands of views. No submission to groups whatsoever. How exactly does that happen, you might ask. It's probably to do with things like how many people see it within an hour of it being posted. If it exceeds a certain number of views. Whatever, you get the idea.
What I'd like to talk about is partially related, but mostly about feedback. It is such an important thing to remember when browsing art on websites like this. There is a comments section where you can say literally /anything/ (obviously that would have to do with the content), and the use of that section has really dwindled down SO much over time. I understand that I went through a long period of inactivity, but I am trying so hard to move on and get back into this with you guys. It doesn't need to be some length critique or novel, just the slightest thing is enough.
Again, I don't really want to go too into myself when talking about this because I am not the only artist here who has been seeing and is bothered by this. But being someone who struggles with depression and the constant nagging feeling of insignificance and self worth; the point of putting yourself out there for anyone to see is to get seen. Get a response, a reaction, a thought.
It is such an exposing thing and hearing what people think of that part of you is amazing! It's uplifting and encourages you to keep going!
Give a little and you'll undoubtedly get something back. Don't let yourself become passive. Express yourself in the moment and let people know their value to you!
fuck.
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your art style and eye for color have been an inspiration to me for years, even though i'm mostly inactive now i still come on now and then to see your sketches or speed paints.
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meep
i dont really go on this site anymore but i check in every once in awhile just to see your uploads because i adore your content
you're such an inspiration and gifted person it's kind of like talking to a celebrity haa
i do see all of your posts and appreciate them v v much i just never comment
shy
anyways keep it up pls uvu !!
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Thankyou sweetheart-- that was really sweet ;<; From me to you though, we're like peers and you dont need to be afraid to talk to me, okay?
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Ah you're right, if I posted more I'd want people to say anything on them at all, so I'll remember to pop in the comments section once and a while.
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This, oh man. the truth about this site and the subtle but not so subtle change, Its sad. I've read through mostly all of the comments , to better just get their opinion on things, and this is just seriously one of the biggest problems on DA and I agree with you and EVERYONE who commented. I am honestly not the most sociable person and A LOT of times it carries over to the internet 'n what not but i do try.
It sucks you have come to this point in speaking out about it, and sorry I don't want to dribble at the mouth too much, I feel as though everything has been said and done but i will say this..
You and your art are AMAZING okay , just truly inspiring. I'm not sure what i'd do if I hadn't discovered you all those years ago, you've come suCH a long way and it's like I said very inspiring. If the time comes where you feel you have to leave here due to the dead silence of DA I will follow and I am sure many others will too, chin up Pan.
P.S
also this doodle piece, its great too-- keep up the good work, we've got your back.(looks over this for mistakes 50000000x times)
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//crawls out from the depths of hell
Yeah hi, just thought I'd pop in to add my two cents even though I'm sure what I'm going to say has already been said. Several times. Because I'm hella unoriginal, haha
Main reasons I don't comment;
1) If the artist doesn't specifically ask for a critique, commenting on little flaws I personally see in the artwork is often met by aggression?? Like not even by the artist themselves, but other people who read my comment and immediately assume I'm trying to be an ass.
2) Even when artists do ask for a critique, some of what I find unattractive may simply be their style of drawing, or a flaw in this particular piece of work (as in, it's not something they're consecutively doing, but a mere mistake on this specific piece). And if I comment on that it's not like they're going to go in and change it, you know? I'd want to comment on something that they do often (poorly drawn hands, or something), and with artists like you, I can't really comment on anything because even your flaws are all very attractive.
3) I don't usually critique in general, even if it's desired by the artist, because I know I'm not a professional myself, and I feel like my opinion isn't really what's wanted, but a professional eye, you know? If that makes any sense, haha.
Anyway, so when I don't critique, but the artist wants feedback, I want to comment on all of the parts I do find attractive. Because a simple, "this is cute," or, "Oh my god, this is amazing," is flattering and all, but it doesn't mean as much to you as someone who types paragraphs, am I right?
And some artists are very receptive to my paragraphs and find it reassuring, while others don't really show they care at all. And I get it; If you spend who-knows-how-many hours drawing this masterpiece, I should find it my duty or something to drop you a line or two if I enjoy what you do, and want you to continue. But if I'm not receiving positive reinforcement to continue waxing poetic about your work, I'm not going to continue?? Like yeah, you're still posting art, but do you actually like my comments in particular? And don't feel responsible to reply to every user, of course, but the ones you would genuinely like to hear more from, you should assure them that, "yes, you're being heard, and yes, it's appreciated and treasured. Please continue." ;-p
Not that I'm saying you never reply to comments or anything!! I just mean most artists I come across?? Maybe I'm following the wrong crowd, lol
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There's so much here that I could respond to but I'll keep it simple and sweet for the time being as I'm pretty bad at multitasking;
But it's alright to choose not to critique, personally I usually only ever specifically ask for it if I'm trying something new and I'm uncertain of what specifically needs work.
Otherwise if I post something that's absolute garbage, it's pretty likely that I already know and am working on making a resolve, or it's actually just literal trash orz
HOWEVER, I hear you where you talk about replying to feedback to show that it's been acknowledged, and I am sometimes guilty of not saying anything in response. I will change that.
Thankyou for adding this though - I do actually read everything, so don't feel discouraged or anything like that u v u
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Nowadays people don't want to waste their precious time to write a comment. Clicking "favourite" takes only seconds while writing a comment takes minutes depends on what we're trying to say. Also most people (as me for example) don't want their comments look messy or incorrect so it takes even more time. I know this is really REALLY cruel, but I honestly think that's the case, for sure it's true. I watch so many talented people here but comment usually just a few of them, generally my friends. I see the picture, think "hey that is really nice" and scroll to another one, because personally I think that comment should be better than "That's nice" or "I like it" ... I don't know anything about art so I can't write a comment including some tips or professional notices. That really drags me down to be honest.
Speaking the truth I would really want to comment your work but I'm a little bit afraid of what you're gonna to reply me XD About two or three years ago I wrote comments on your work and didn't get a response (I don't reproach you or anything xD) and after that time I'm withdrawn and just silently follow your works, I guess your personal life? because of reading the journals, and just say "Hey, this is really great" in front of my computer, just like I do to the others.
Sorry if you feel offended now, that was absolutely not my purpose, I didn't mean it. I hope you will understand what I'm talking about and we'll be fine. Take care of yourself, still think your art has that somethingsomething~ that soul. Improve yourself, your art, and remember no matter what - the only way is up
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I really don't want to give you the impression that I don't or havent read whenever you do write me, because I do and I'm sorry that I don't do very well of making that known! ; < ;
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It's okay C: I hope you'll get now more feedback which you deserve c:
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Also, try to post every day. Even if it's just sketches. Part of what makes an artist get less attention is when they're gone for a while. That's probably why your art doesn't get as much attention as you've gotten in the past. It's not that people don't like your art, you're just not as visible.
Full disclosure, it's a pain in the ass to keep up with that schedule. I try, but some days I just can't. It's just that posting regularly helps.
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That is very very true and I have taken into account. I have been trying to get into that habit q c q
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Like I said, it's a pain in the ass. But it really helps to stay visible.
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This community has really died in general so I've noticed this in the last year or two with not only my own stuff but pretty much everybody's stuff. Comments have become something too time consuming. I think people are getting too used to the idea of 'sharing' or 'reblogging' things on other sites at lightning speed and it's transferred over to DeviantArt where they just favorite and move on.
Idk maybe not but many people don't make comments on other sites like Facebook and Tumblr and I think it's transferring to here as well.
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See, the way that you just put it makes so much sense as far as explanation. I have a feeling that we can (albeit small-scale) can change it. I find it so unhealthy to let yourself become passive. It's a community and we really shouldn't let it slip through the cracks like this.
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Glad that made sense then XD
Agreed, I mean if we can change it once, we can change it again.
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The fact that you -one of my long time favourite artists- have come out and said this is empowering. I've never had an amount of viewers/commenters/what have you to write home about but hearing someone big stating this is ...I really can't word things worth a shart but, its nice. That someone cares enough to talk about this.
I don't feel particularly comfortable about venting publicly or such either but I think this is something that's really important to say and to talk about it takes immense courage.
So on behalf of myself and many others, thank you for speaking up about this.
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Honestly, the topic has come up in various different conversations with my mutual artist friends, and it occurred to me that I can't really expect change if nobody actually says anything, y'know?
I'm really happy to hear that you found it empowering though, I was really hoping for that!
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I've struggled with this a lot too. On DA or even any other site I really don't expect much but when I work on something really hard and it turns out I'm actually quite proud of it, I second guess myself. Sometimes I don't think I'm good enough and I will admit I'm not super active so I can't expect much, but sometimes even a "Hey, this is neat!," is enough to make my day! I hardly get ay views on my work much less comments and I'm trying to remedy that by not being too concerned with gratification. I know it takes a while and hopefully it'll change over time if I'm more active.
I want to let YOU know that I absolutely LOVE your work and have taken inspiration from it as well as many others. I hope to see more content from you and all of the cuties you doodle up!
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You are such a star for sharing your own experience and also for telling me that. It means so much to hear what you have to say.
Also, a tip with this website and probably most is that consistency and daily activity make the entire difference as to how and when your name will come up on any tags or feeds. You always have to start somewhere, but really don't worry too much about gratification as long as you enjoy it. x
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Resident hermit reporting in! I have heard your sound, Little Tree, but have nothing in the way of relevant or useful feedback I'm afraid. Drawbacks of being a hermit I guess? Limited experience and technique to share. I'm mostly here to learn and be inspired which I understand is a bit selfish, but there it is.
I get what you mean though, in regard to quiet comment sections. I confess myself as part of the problem. It's difficult to say anything at all, let alone something truly helpful and I get that it's important to always try to do that regardless, but I have to say I'm not in any state to do so in my own mind. Still, you make a good point about showing at least some kind of appreciation. So I guess this is me giving that a try for once. Here goes. Ahem:
I didn't follow your work before today, but I shall be doing so forthwith as DAMN you can draw some serious hair. Weird compliment I know, but whatever. I stand by it. Keep up the good work!
That aside, you've inspired me to be less quiet (at least for the time being) so uh...jeeze, I hope that wasn't a horrible mistake. I'll do my best but no promises. =/ Okay I'll stop now. Resident Hermit, over and out.
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I really sincerely appreciate that you took the time to tell me this, and it was in no way a mistake or weird or anything I promise. You don't have to worry about saying anything "off" to me, because I'm pretty easygoing and not much of that elk bothers me.
Thankyou for following me though! x
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You're quite welcome.
As for my worry, it's not that I'm worried I'll say something off or weird. I'm weird and off, that's gonna happen no matter what and I'm coming to terms with that. My silence habit is more derived from a messed up sense of responsibility and entitlement, not to mention a weird stigma coupled with sharing thoughts and feelings but I'll come around to that in a minute.
Like it's irresponsible for me to say a thing when I've not made a name for myself in the matter or at the very least researched the matter first before saying anything, or it's deeply entitled to think I am permitted to say anything at all. Y'know what I mean? Like, what right do I have to impose my own messed up thought processes on the unsuspecting public and their efforts? All the while fully aware that freedom of speech is a thing, and the comments section encourages the sharing of thoughts and feelings. What can I say though, some habits just do not go away overnight, or evidently, over years and years in my case. I mean, who the hell am I, y'know?
Well, err, you don't know but I think you're getting the gist of where I'm coming from. There's very little clout to go with my words and these days having a reputable source seems like a pretty big deal, with communication and passion taking second fiddle if you know what I mean.
There's also the depression/anxiety factor you touched on earlier. A lot of folks just plum feel like nothing they want to say will ever matter. Then there's all that nasty business of folk abusing the freedom of speech to hurt others, but lets not get into that. Point is, there's a kind of stigma that goes with communication that almost feels like being a dog tethered to the porch. Darting out to meet the pretty birds or shiny cars and being yanked back by the constraints slapped on by society. It's almost like our own desires have been made to hurt us. To reach out is to be hindered etc. A messed up mentality, but these things happen I suppose. In my humble experience at least, which isn't much it must be said.
Being that I am not a unique snowflake, I gather this happens with many people on this site(and the world over for that matter), and it is not a commentary on our disinterest or lack of appreciation for yours or anyone's works, I feel it's simply a sign of the times. Our world seems so disconnected despite the numerous technological advances to improve communication over the years, but in that time we've kinda streamlined it to the point that it's over-simplified to it's own detriment. Case in point being the favourite/like/upvote features of...well, most any website really. Time was, you'd use words to convey your favourites. String a sentence together to share your likes, hit up a voting booth or whatever to cast your upvote etc. I mean yeah, I wasn't really there for it as is evidenced by my joke of a social skill set, but I can see how these digital communities can become so silent with a lack of deeper exchanges between people. Even you yourself must admit it's pretty odd that you'd crave more feedback, rather than be thankful for whatever feedback you do manage to get in such a cookie cutter world, or for that matter putting your own feedback out there(not to assume you don't, I just mean to say it's easy for that notion to fall by the wayside given the state of socialising).I don't imagine 20 years ago people could comprehend the social media/twitter age, and if they did, they thought it cold and crass because how the hell do you condense a statement on something you're passionate about into 140 characters or less? I'm all for a little succinctness in thoughts or writing, but this one-click "I love your work" environment seems a tad overkill in that respect, as if you drown out the idea of gaining a deeper understanding in favour of fleeting praise. Yeah it'll get your name out there, but mums the word on the message you're sending or connection you're trying to make, y'know?
Alright, I'm waffling on now. I do agree with you though, it is important to give back and this is me, a quiet one who takes much inspiration from the works shared on this site, trying to do just that. So uh...hooray, you've encouraged change in the world I guess? I mean yeah, it's just one weird and off Canadian guy sounding off at the moment, but hey. You're doing it. Big ups, gangstah! Okay I'm done.
TL;DR - I feel where you're coming from, yo. Yer talkin' that good talk. Goddammit, shut up me.
Usual disclaimers about me not knowing anything go here etc(as if to enforce my point about reputable sources! Oh, he's clever in his rambling!)
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While very drawn out (I can relate to waffling/rambling it's a gift and a curse when you want it to be), this did make me smile.
All I have to add, is that despite it being mundane in the bigger picture, the way that most social media works in the sense for someone who wants to use it (sort of like me) for profit in space of a better word, it does make a huge difference.
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No arguments there. I just meant to address the disconnect between networking for profit, and networking for appreciation/feedback/improvement which I'll admit, might just be in my imagination. After all, how many things can one favourite in a day? Who or what goes at the bottom for that day? To bring it back to your original point, yeah they see it, but how often do people stop to feel it? To share that feeling? I'm guessing not much as is evidenced by this whole conversation.
All that's to say social media isn't a problem, but how it's arranged right now might well be a problem as far as feedback goes. Anyway uh...shooby doo! Sorry, I've been awake for too long and I'm out of brain gas. So uh...have a nice day? And thanks for wasting precious time reading my pontificating. No offense taken if you're longing for my silence once again. 
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Aww, no no. You get some rest! I can't imagine how late it is or if it's not, then you ought to sort yourself out.
It was nice chatting though, in all seriousness. :V
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I can't speak for anyone else, but I know personally, for me, leaving comments and such can be really daunting. I'm always aware of how a typo or an ill-expressed thought can make other people view me negatively, so even when all I have to say are good things, it can still be a challenge to bring myself to do that. I'm glad you've reached out though. Little nudges like these help remind me that I shouldn't feel so scared to try to connect with people and their art, and that the attempts are, in fact, often appreciated.
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While I can't speak for anyone but myself, I really do appreciate the effort. Don't worry about saying anything that'll make you second guess yourself, or making typos or anything like that either. I promise you, I won't actually mind and consider myself pretty easygoing. If not for the auto-correct only phone rn id've made many. Thankyou so much for this, I hope that it helps x
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I really thought about this tamberella.tumblr.com/post/146… when I read your desc. I found you them three years ago in your DA boom and I'm so glad I've stuck with you since. Your continuous improvement makes you a continuous inspiration and its so joyful o see and artist flourish and grow and you even find yourself getting invested in them as a person xP What I loved about your work in its growth spurt I guess was the mad colours, Shiloh and his boif who I will forever forget the name of lmao, character designs, style and their attitude. Maybe its because I was younger and I was in that phase and that art was completely my aesthetical preference to a T that so many others felt the same way about it that drew me in, lmao DA had an influx of emos I guess in the ol' days. But DA was also way more booming that it is today, sad really. I think the next best thing for interaction is Instagram personally, I think comments are a lot of the time how easy and quick it is to leave one or how quick it is to like/follow, I hope a nice new platform jumps up at some point to cling to rather than trying to hold on for dear life on Tumblr/DA's back bumper xD
Idk I feel like some like, guilt? I guess in suggesting, but maybe have you thought about investing your old oc's? I know they may not hold a place in your heart like you pirate bbys and don't even compare to the thought you've put into your newer characters. But I mean the worst that can happen is you revisited some old work/themes and found the result that maybe it still doesn't gauge the reaction it used to? Another idea would be some polls surrounding old stuff maybe? I answer your polls a lot if they're just multiple choice, the interaction again is quick and easy so its more appealing in a way c:
FOOD FOR THOUGHT! and way to late for that thought for me, ive been at these keys way too long xD
Gotaa show dat verbal typed love in the comments more ;3;
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I do totally see where you're coming from, and agree with it - HOWEVER, I cant actually (with a clear conscience) draw my old ocs really anymore because I actually sold off their designs to people who really liked them at the time???
HOWEVER, as far as aesthetics go, I will try to branch out from my.. reds, browns and more browns that I've been so hung up on. I'll give it a go ;<;
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woa :0
haha, nice cash in ;3
Awe, yeah! I feel by branching into different aesthetics and colur pallettes/ themes you'd be satisfying more artistic taste buds c:
Pastel is such a thing, theres this one artist who al they do is creepy cute pastel stuff. Its nice, but it feels like they always draw the same thing over and over xD milked it too much
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Yeeeah, I've seen that. It's not really my thing though tbh? I'unno, I don't want to stray from being true to myself, but I do get you. u v u
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Maybe the question shouldn't be 'why art is not seen' but 'why do we think art should be seen', which leads us to 'why do we even do it'. I know this one girl, who's amazingly talented, but all of her drawings end up in a drawer. She draws only for herself, to give some vent to her imagination. At first I really encouraged her to publish it somewhere, but with time I realized, that she may have nailed the real purpose. Do other's opinions even matter?
Maybe all the faves/comments are important, if you're aiming to be a professional and need some fame, but if you're drawing for yourself, it shouldn't. Of course there's much place for polemic, and there are some exceptions (for example people who are only beggining to make art and need some guidance) and getting feedback just feels nice. Feel free to discuss, I know not everything is black or white.
Ha, ha, now no one ever will fave my pics
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Just popping in to say I think for the most part people aren't happy with the lack of feedback just because the whole point of the site is an art community where people interact surrounding user-created art. I don't think anyone likes feeling like they're screaming into the void, which dA and a lot of other sites are prone to feeling like haha. People get on this site with the expectation that people will notice and respond to their art, whatever that may entail.
Some people just draw and are happy with it and they don't need other opinions of validation. On the other hand some people draw stuff they don't care about solely because it brings validation. But I think that's kind of a separate thing because there's a difference between validation and feedback and reaching an audience.
With social media though, for young and old artists alike it's easy to get swept up in the positive feedback and having that be a driving factor of how we create our art, which isn't very productive in the end and I'm totally guilty of it and I've had to step back and say, "Wait. Let's just create art I enjoy and I'll find my niche and my audience." It's really easy to get lost in this void and be really disgruntled and not really be able to separate validation and enjoyment. Same thing with people who may spend all their time trying to have a life that looks nice on instagram or facebook, it's a product of social media and how awesome it feels for people to recognize your awesomeness, even though it might not be genuine.
Though, singers, dancers, film makers, other artists like an audience. A lot of people create art that they want an audience for, in a way the audience becomes a part of the art. It's supposed to illicit a reaction, a feeling, a thought, a question, etc. Especially in regards to performance art, these need an audience and it has very little do with praise or feedback, but it's participation.
It's not necessarily directly sending a message but it's a unique sort of communication that you can only find in art. It's the reason we love books, movies, shows, music, etc. We know it isn't made just for us, but even if we know that, it still resonates and we feel something-- part of that often being a comradery with the creator and other fans even thought we don't know them, which is what makes art very very powerful, and very very beautiful.
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Keeping up with the more philosophical outlook, I totally agree with you. But from a personal standpoint, some people find it really difficult to draw /for themselves/ in some cases. It's just a matter of what brings an artist to practice their craft and what inspires them, etc. Whether it's to help cope with something that they struggle with, or if they want to practice self expression and that elk.
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gahh you put it into words! I understand you 100% as i struggle with this so much. I want feed back on my art so i know whats good and whats not or what people like about it but rarely get any comments or just a few every once in awhile. Its frustraiting when you work on something so long and your effort goes unnoticed.
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It seems like the dA-community has slipped down into something that it didn't use to be - and I also share the frustration in the gallery-silence. I don't know much about it since I was never active on dA until recently.
When it comes to your art it's often characters tied to your comic, or otherwise OC's, and I get unsure what to comment. However, I would like to - so I'll keep it in mind in the future!
Not saying it's the case for you, but, I also don't comment on art where there are a lot of comments that have no replies. Like sometimes it feels like maybe the artist doesn't need/want the critique? I don't know.
(But at least personally I get more comments and interaction here than I ever did on 4 years of tumblr. /shot
Anyway, don't take this down. It's self expression. And many artists, myself included, are vain. We want to see proof that people care about what we do, and I think it's really normal.
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Personally, I don't understand how anyone can get anything done on tumblr as far as promoting goes. Seriously, it's a cesspool.
I am going to try harder to keep on top of replying to the comments that I do get, and I do read all of them! ;<;
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It worked really well in the "beginning" (I got it 2012-13) because you could track tags, it would display the "latest posted", and it was somewhat more easy to get to know people or spread art. It changed recently, mostly after yahoo bought the site (for good and bad) and now it's only "most popular" and basically the site apparently is pretty shit without a plug-in that I never bothered to get. :v
And don't worry too much on replying to comments, either, because sometimes it's hard to know what to reply. It's just demotivating to see a wall of comments but no replies whatsoever from the artist's side, like?
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I didn't even post my art on tumblr before yahoo bought it, and I still have little reliable understanding of how the website works tbh. At the moment if you're on the dashboard, a mysterious audio of the ghostbusters commercial will play???
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... Yeah, Yahoo kinda fucked the site up. Hahaha, that sounds so awful. AdBlock and XKit is the way to go, I guess?
Like, I love the site for awareness of world events and the social justice sans the warriors, but dA has a much more welcoming community. And way more visible porn? ._.
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oh my god, dont even get me started on the porn on this website it blows my mind.
I had no idea until I turned 18 to be totally honest because I actually put in my legitimate birthday when making this account- and I never knew just how bad it was to the full extent. My god.
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Ahaha, no. Now I just get the mental image of you opening the 18-cupboard and all the badly photographed hoohas and the inflation porn just falls out of it like... lemons.
I've been 18+ for almost 7 years now and I tell you, last time I used dA it wasn't this bad. Or not as visible at least!
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I just-- expected their excuse for being allowed on the website to be more... eccentric? XD
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I never comment on artwork since I get too nervous and end up rewriting the comment like 50 times before giving up on it ;3; Just gonna say it: I think your art is amazing and Ive been following you for a very long time. I love the way your art has evolved and I think your style is very unique !! I also love your character designs; your o.cs are very cool and original >A<
I totally get what you mean though, Ive experienced the same thing on tumblr. I once posted a really crappy drawing of Zuko (i spent like 20 mins on) and it got a lot of notes but then when i posted a drawing I spent a long time on (it was a portrait) I only got a few likes. As bad as it sounds, getting notes does boost my confidence especially since I have a very low self esteem and I personally think my arts crap.
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D'awe, well thankyou, you star. Not sure if this'll make much a different in how you may get nervous, but there's really nothing that you can say that I will find weird or bad or anything. At my core I am a joke, so seriously don't worry. I'd love to hear from you! xxx
ALSO, your work is really cute, you shut your face rn
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You're welcome!!
I'll try to comment more often then ;u;
andd ahhh omgg thank you!! >A<
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Personally I don't end up leaving a comment if I find it's going to be redundant, but I understand where you're coming from and I too get the same feeling. After coming back to post work here, after a long time, and not receiving any form of feedback can lead to feeling that your art isn't worth much and that no one is ever going to look at it. I know sometimes, for myself at least, that I may not be looking for massive critique from every passerby, but a little form of acknowledgement can go a long way in boosting a sense of self-worth when comes artwork.
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