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If like me you crave critique and feedback, but only ever get "nice work" comments, here are some tips to get what you want!
First of all, allow me to briefly elaborate on what I mean by critique and feedback.
Critique - Noun, A detailed analysis and assessment of something.
Someone who offers you a critique gifts you with a full evaluation of the good and bad parts of your piece, as well as offering ideas for its improvement.
Feedback - Noun, Information about reactions to a product.
They let you know which parts they like / don't like, and possibly how the piece made them feel.
Comments such as "Great work!" "Awesome" don't fall into either of these categories.
Reply to them with a question.
Asking a question prompts a response. Not only that, but it forces them to take a look at your work again! Below are two screenshots where I have used this technique.
Common questions you could ask in response to a comment are:
What is your favourite part?
Do you think anything needs improving?
Is the idea behind it clear enough?
When you finally do receive the feedback, be gracious. They are not obliged to give you their opinion of your piece. If you act like a prima donna after receiving a little bit of feedback (which you asked for), then you have a lot of growing up to do.
Remember to thank them both times for their time as well! A little politeness can go a long way.
My reply to travelgirlxx sparked a whole string of conversation between us, and she provided me wonderful feedback!
Comment back
They've left you a comment, so why not return the favour? If you find yourself frustrated by their lack of wanted feedback, don't get angry with them, comment on one of their pieces with the same level of detail that you would expect. Basically, give what you want to receive.
Some example comments could be:
"Perhaps the eyes could be drawn better but the rest of the detail is lovely!"
"I'm not sure that the blurriness of the text adds to this, but it's really well made nonetheless."
"I adore the rhythm of this piece! But it seems to slow down in the middle, is that intentional?"
Always try and point out a part of the piece which really blows you mind. Are the eyes exceptionally beautiful? Is it framed expertly? Are the colours beautifully saturated that it all comes alive? Or quite the opposite, are they soft and calming?
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This is so helpful! I can't wait to try them out!
Thank you so much for putting this together!
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No problem! Do let me know if it works, or if you find another technique which works better
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I do hope they help!
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Yes Natalie, you have no idea how much this helps! 
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Yay! Then I'm glad
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Thank you ever so much! ^_^
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That's a really good idea! I think sometimes people are shy to give you feedback, but if you ask a question, then they might.
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Exactly! I know some people on DA get aggressive when you offer them criticism, so I guess it has scared away a lot of the deviants from doing it. I just hope that this will at least restore some of their faith
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Ah yes,this is great thank you so much !
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No problem! Thank you for taking the time to read it
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Thanks for the advice. I want more detailed Feedback too, but I doesn't know how to get it. I'll try it.
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Let me know how it turns out! Or if you find another technique which ends up working well 
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