*hugs back* You're a good artist, and I think that I still haven't reached your level. Some of your pics actually make me feel inferior. :P And I'm not lying here. Of course I'm happy that you think that I've gotten better, but it bothers me that you feel like that about yourself.

And, you know, I had seen a pencil before I started drawing critters. ;3

Well, I feel you have, and I think it's great, while I have my own problems. ^^

I do, but that's just mechanics. x3

*hugs again* And you really shouldn't feel any guilt for my feelings. ^_^;

Well, let you be told, you're certainly not the only one. For me it's a permanent battle of accepting the fact that there are hundreds of people with more skill than me, and at the same time not being depressed about watching artists develop in a rapid speed. I suppose when you stop being envious about other people's skills you're either arrogant, very good or dead.

yeah...I think I better shut up now before I blabber on :D

Actually I would love to hear you blabbering, please go ahead if you feel like it. :P

I guess I will be able to consider some of my stuff ok again someday. x)

Ok, my opinion, that i just discovered lately (some days before christmas).

First, what happend:

I watched Teddi playing Need for Speed Most wanted on the XBox, he's not used to racing games that much, so it was.. well lets say if there would've been a damage model the car would've been waste.

Ok i watched him driving and was thinking about levels of skill... and i noticed...
he drives as bad as i draw, i drive as good as he draws... it brought me to the question, would i trade that skills... but i got the intention...

--- if he has fun with driving he will get better sooner or later, it's not about showing me how good he is, it's just a game, it's not about beating me in that game, he will NEVER be able to do that without more practise then he is able to do. (same like i will NEVER be as good in drawing like he is)

The Point is, if he has fun at driving, and i have fun with drawing, we will both improve, and sooner or later we will have a level that we can say "this is what i wanted".

Of course you, or me, or whoever, will never be completly content with that we do, even if it's the best artwork in the world (for me Teddi you draw that pictures already, same like you do, little chu), but thats normal.

If you need a break chu, take it, if you need some time to think, do that. Look at other stuff, get some inspiration, but don't try to draw like others, match there style or level of their art, you won't manage that. Stick to your style and have fun drawing, thats all what counts.

+ your style rocks.

Yes, the joy of drawing is the most important thing, and to my suprise I think I haven't lost that for once, even though I might have hard time catching myself some inspiration or time to actually start drawing, but when I do draw I like it. ^.^

And thank you. :)

Well if you haven't lost it then no need to worry. :) Take your time and if you feel like, just start again. :)

Same here, my friend draws as well as I play. I draw as well as they play.

Heh, you speak like I would be leaving FA or something. x3 Thank you very much for the kind words tho. =3

Ohh, I absolutely agree with you. I've always emphasized the meaning of one's own style, and I think the meaning of style is clear to me...

Still,I think the problem is that I feel I need to be good at something, and for some reason I just do compare myself to others. And if I feel ok about my style and how my pics look, then, instead of just being happy with the situation, I start to compare how I've got there, and suddenly my achievements and efforts seem tiny when put on a new scale, and I feel I should be a whole lot better by now. xP

...but I won't stop trying, I like trying new stuff and getting better. I only need some time to reassure myself that I _am_ getting better. :P

Hehe, thank you again. ^^ *huggle*

well...if this can console you somewhat...I lvoe your art, it's very cute ^^ *huggles*

It's always nice to hear that, thank you very much. :3 *hugs back*

I feel the same a lot of times. I've been drawing my entire life yet I am only as good as what I am now. Yet I see all these other artist who've only been drawing for the past couple of years yet they are so much better than I am. I've made a lot of progress from the year 2003, when I first started drawing adult images, up to 2007. But that progress is rather slow, in my opinion, compared to other artist who's artwork I've been watching for the same amount of time or less. In the end, though, drawing is what I love to do. I will never stop drawing. Anyway, yeah, you're not the only one with those feelings. :B

*nodnods* I know this won't change how you feel about your art one bit, but I've always liked your unique style. :3

It's nice to hear things from you in general btw, I guess the fact that you've been around since before I started makes you a bit special to me. Thank j00! :P

Here think of it like this...if anything you are a good artist and should know that people are liking your art because of what you make of it. Sure it's very cute but some like it. Even me! So don't just give in to other arts... because taht's theirs.

I guess the problem is that I'd like even more people to like my stuff... Luckily that haven't made me draw things majority wants to see instead of just drawing what I want to. I think this path should eventually give me most as an artist. x3 Thanks for your words. ^^

Think about it this way, Chuu: if everyone could perform or create art with utter perfection, then no one would do it at all. Your style is your own, and no one else's. The question of "what if?" is the single greatest factor in life that continues to deal us wild cards throughout our existences, and with that said, one of the greatest pleasures of art is stitching together your thoughts onto a piece of paper and adding new ideas and elements to it in order to fully bolster it and set it apart from the work of anyone else.

Granted, you think other artists may be better than you, but we all start somewhere, do we not? No one gets anywhere without practice and dedication; of this I am certain. Don't be afraid to be weak, my friend... And when you do become great in your own eyes, then don't be too proud to be strong. Draw your art and make it your own; good or bad, it is YOURS...and THAT is what matters.

And for the record; yes, I do have this same problem. But this is merely a flaw in logic. When one can understand and come to the realization everything that I stated above, then he or she will be truly happy as an artists and all trouble shall vanish. Go at your own pace.

Hope this helps, friend. :D

Oh, you made another interesting point there, I've seen what happens when artists get too proud about their work... They might still be good, but for sure they won't get any better. xP

Thank you for those words! :3

Listen to this, please : there are times when I think the same as you, when I look at all the fabulous artists here. But I NEVER give up, for many reasons.

First, CuteEevee perfectly explained this, yous OWN joy of drawing is the most important.

Second, whatever the subject, the matter, you will ALWAYS find "better" people than you at that, and also people who will learn fast, very fast. It's a natural gift that doesn't develop at the same speed for everybody, and as for drawing, MOST of the people on Earth will NEVER be able to do what you did even years ago. So you see, it's still VERY worth. Always look at the bright side of things, never the contrary, because it is far too easy and destructive.

Third : do you think the 137 people who watched you did that just by chance ? I think it is the best proof that your art is appreciated.

Last : just continue drawing. You do not see that yourself immediatly, but you improve each time you draw something new. It's called "experience" in role-playing games... ;)
I know for myself that I draw now things I would never have been able to a year ago, although I didn't see any progression.

Let those bad ideas flee and DRAW. that's the most important.

I agree with you and cE about the first part, I think that and all the comments and opinions from others are the main forces that keep me doing this. :3

Anyway, I guess you made the best point of whole thread with the last line, I really should just go ahead and do it. Thanks. :3

Thanks for your support. :) + i should favorit that journal and make a own journal and like it... *does so* It always helps when you feel jealous or down because your own art sucks. *G*

*smiles at you and gives you a hug* :)

I can relate... try as I may, I'm not where I really want to be as far as my
creative output as one artist goes. But hey... like I was just telling someone else, nobody is paying any of us fur this by the hour anyways.

This is something we do for our ourselves. But yeah, I guess it all comes down to the fact that there's a fantastic feeling that comes with getting a ton of page views, or image views. I know how that goes.

I likewise have fallen into the same trap myself... particularly in one of the 3 places I hang online more than the other 2, since that's where I get the least page views/image views.

In my case, like I was just telling another... my gallery on here does not even remotely reflect how experimentational I've become. (But then, I'm just more or less an experimenter of sorts in life at times, bot just in art).

But, as far as art experimentations go, there has been some stuff I've done that I've showcased elsewhere (Sheezy Art or DevArt) online at times... other stuff only exists either on my own hard drive, on in my "3rd eye" (They sometimes refer to the imagination as one's "3rd eye").

Which brings up something here... sometimes it first requires us to take some time out and look deep within ourselves to find the answers... you know, soul searching and all that. But, erm... I dunno... maybe I'm overcomplicating the issue.

Maybe it could be more like astexiancal said... to just simply "let those bad ideas flee, and draw".

What's more, if you feel 137 watchers is a small amount, you should scope out my user screen stats sometime. Including yourself, Chuu, I have a grand total of 11 watchers. But hey *Shrugs* I don't know... so be... It's all good.

Besides, sometimes in life, less can be more. I mean, like, the more watchers one has, the more one may feel under increasing pressure to always never bring anything less than their absolute best "A material" kind of stuff.

With most things in life, there's a double edged sword nature to it...we take the good with the bad in most everything. But, if nothing else I've said has impacted you in a positive way here, at least never furget these 3 simple little words...

Never... Give... Up.

Nobody ever said art would be easy. In fact, as we all know, it can be a LOT of hard to do it, and do it well. But, I know you've gotten your share of positive feedback from others out here with your work.

Hopefuly, that makes it feel more worthwhile after all the hardwork is done, right?

Also, maybe it could be potentially spreading yourself a bit thin, but you could also use my method if you want... keep your gallery in more than just one place online.

(Although, I've no idea on what the policies are as far as Sheezy Art's or DevArt's take on cub art, or anything they would deem "extreme" or "suggestive" something).

Personally, I think you've got talent... what's more, I think It'd be one heck of a shame to not have the priviledge of you sharing that talent with the rest of us out here. Before you make any hasty decisions, please reconsider... that's all I ask.

Take care now.

Thank you very much. =3 (Again..? I'm almost sure that I replied already... oo; )

What are those other two places btw, if I may ask? ^^

After reading this and looking through your gallery a little, I really see a resemblance between you and I. Sure there's that thing about feeling inferior to other artists and all, but everyone feels that way at some point I'm sure.

Answer me this. Do you actively make an effort to better yourself, or do you find comfort in drawing the things you've grown used to doing? Try to be honest.

Just to be clear, though. I'm not accusing you of doing anything wrong here. I'm just asking :)

Hm. I guess I do bit of both, depending mostly on my mood... I love to play with new ideas, but I should actually draw them more often I guess. ^^;

And thank you for your words and the watch. =3

You're very welcome. ^^ They were well deserved, and I'm not just saying that. I love naughty pokemon art, and yours is no exception. :)

Also, regarding my question, that is also what I tend to do. I rarely ever make a solid effort to improve myself, although I know I should. I know how you feel, and you're more than justified in that sense.

Just make sure you keep drawing whether or not you try hard to improve your skills. ^_^

There is always someone that is better than you. None will ever admit that they are the best, but still draw art. I might be best in photography or stories, but I keep on drawing. I'm sure you're feeling inferior to other artists, but that is normal since everyone can feel that way.

Query: Do you think your art is good? If you didn't think it was good you would not have posted it. A very good friend of mine said, "If you are not honest with yourself, you can not do well." He meant be true to yourself and do your best. As long as you draw your best, then you are good no matter what.

Well, I'm not aiming to be the best and I know that there are many who are a lot better than I am, and it's ok. The thing that pulls me down more is that I don't seem to make any progress in getting better or that other are so much faster...

But thank you for your words too. ^^

Also speed does not matter either. I have not draw for like years at one time, but I started to draw one day and still had it. I have no advice for progress though.

Finally coming off my 2 week hiatus now (not to mention a cold I caught shortly thereafter), I'm finally back making my rounds once again. Hope you've been well Chuu, and also hope the weather's been warmer in your neck of the woods.

Got down to single digit temps here last night... and with the wind chill, it felt like sub-zero. (And, I'm not talking Mortal Kombat here, neither). lol

And, just to cover the question you asked here a whiles back... I'm on DevArt and Sheezy Art besides fur FA.

pO4n (Peace Out 4 nows)

Welcome back. :3 It was -36 C (-33 F) here last week btw.. Brr.

I see, need to check out those accounts as well sometime. :3

I almost chuckled, bud. Your art is completely awesome, in every way, not to mention adorable! Take it from a reeeal crap artist (Notice there's no art on my page XP), you. Rock. :3

Ehheh, thank you. ^^;