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Bad weeks and art woes + questions
10 years ago
Hi everyone. <3 Things have been rough for me lately in terms of stress and anxiety along with sinuses/allergies. Having them both together is not a good combo! > x < I'm just having a rough time with my art as well...Just feeling extremely discouraged lately. It's really hard when you're kicked down, but I'm sure I'll be able to get back up soon.
I just really want to draw and make people happy. I'm so much more happy working on art, then I ever am at my 'real' job. I'm so overworked and underpaid at my job. It's awful. I feel like I'm wasting my life away. I wish I could just quit.
As of late, I've been super discouraged with my art and I really don't feel like I have support from anyone either. I just really want to make people happy and draw for them and learn about OCs and such and have fun doing what I love. But sometimes...I feel like I'm doing something wrong because no matter what I do, I feel like I can't get my stuff out there. I try and try, again and again to post new commission ideas. I thought for sure my inexpensive freestyle commissions would get some interest. Maybe I'm just doing something wrong. Even my past YCH, before this one, got ignored. It's super frustrating. I feel like I'm set up for failure. Drawing both cute/sweet/tender things, alongside spooky/dark/emotional things probably isn't helping my case much either. I really adore drawing both and I think it scares people off because I don't cater to one specific style, not to mention I experiment all the time.
I was going to put together a new commission sheet, with the help of my babylove, but at the same time...I'm not sure what you guys are looking for? What are you interested? What would you like to see from me? What do you think are my strong points in art? What do you think I convey the best? I never get to hear these from people, I only know my own thoughts on the matter (I personally think I'm strongest in concept art, character design, and illustrating scenes from my stories. Ironically, those are the three things I really want a job in.) Hearing others opinions will really help and encourage me. So please feel free to comment.
What do you like about my art? What pieces are your favourites? Anything you'd like to see? What do you think I am adept in as well as weaknesses. Give me critique as well. I'm always up for improvement!
Please do not fret, this raincloud will pass. It's just been a bother as of late so I wanted to make a journal about it. Thank you for reading. <3
I just really want to draw and make people happy. I'm so much more happy working on art, then I ever am at my 'real' job. I'm so overworked and underpaid at my job. It's awful. I feel like I'm wasting my life away. I wish I could just quit.
As of late, I've been super discouraged with my art and I really don't feel like I have support from anyone either. I just really want to make people happy and draw for them and learn about OCs and such and have fun doing what I love. But sometimes...I feel like I'm doing something wrong because no matter what I do, I feel like I can't get my stuff out there. I try and try, again and again to post new commission ideas. I thought for sure my inexpensive freestyle commissions would get some interest. Maybe I'm just doing something wrong. Even my past YCH, before this one, got ignored. It's super frustrating. I feel like I'm set up for failure. Drawing both cute/sweet/tender things, alongside spooky/dark/emotional things probably isn't helping my case much either. I really adore drawing both and I think it scares people off because I don't cater to one specific style, not to mention I experiment all the time.
I was going to put together a new commission sheet, with the help of my babylove, but at the same time...I'm not sure what you guys are looking for? What are you interested? What would you like to see from me? What do you think are my strong points in art? What do you think I convey the best? I never get to hear these from people, I only know my own thoughts on the matter (I personally think I'm strongest in concept art, character design, and illustrating scenes from my stories. Ironically, those are the three things I really want a job in.) Hearing others opinions will really help and encourage me. So please feel free to comment.
What do you like about my art? What pieces are your favourites? Anything you'd like to see? What do you think I am adept in as well as weaknesses. Give me critique as well. I'm always up for improvement!
Please do not fret, this raincloud will pass. It's just been a bother as of late so I wanted to make a journal about it. Thank you for reading. <3
I hope I have a few minutes this week to leave a real reply ^^ <3
I think it isn't YOU per se, or at least not entirely; I've been noticing that people rarely comment on journals and images, both here and DA. Even with popular artists!
I think you colour well and that you experiment a lot with poses, which is great. I also think you're great with expressions and you've a pretty good knowledge on shading. Experimentation isn't bad -- if that's what you enjoy doing, don't stop! And I can still recognize your style as I scroll through your gallery. As for weaknesses ... hm ... I think one area that can be improved on is drawing hands/fingers? Hands are always tricky to draw though, and I'm practising that too. This isn't a critique, but maybe you can experiment with linearting styles too! Like thin with a thick outline, or black outline with coloured lines on the inside ... or even plain thick outline! Your lines appear to be on the sketchy side most of the time and I'd be interested in seeing something different in terms of lineart. (: Like something that "pops".
I'm not sure if this is a PT or FT job, but is there a chance you can find a new job somewhere else?
I really wish I could financially support you ... it's just that I'm in a really bad place financially -- have been for a few months now -- and I'm trying to get myself out of my debt before I commission anyone. u _ u I might be able to land a job in the summer, so I know by then I'll be on my way to getting out of my debt. OTL|||
Ohmygosh. Thank you sooooo much. <3 That means the absolute world to me. You have no idea! Honestly. <3 It makes me smile to hear this. I never thought of shading or poses as one of my strengths because my anatomy isn't the greatest and I often experiment and wing with shading and colors. But to hear that and to know you mean it. That's really encouraging. Thank you. <33 Hands is definitely something I still struggle with to this day, Anatomy has never been my strong point and I'm well aware of it!~ I'm going to be making a point to come up with a style for hands. I like seeing artists that have more stylized anatomy and such. I feel like I try too hard with hands (trying to make them realistic) and it frustrates me and that's why I half-butt things haha. Experimenting with outlines seems so fun! I should definitely give it a try. <333 I've been doing lineless lately, so I should switch it up. I'm just in a groove lately I guess!
Oh gosh, I'm really going to try. The problem is I live in a small town, with not much to offer. T u T Ugh.
That makes my heart ache so much. T u T To hear that... You have no idea. My heart is melting. ;; I'm so touched. Thank you. That truly means the world to me!
I've only ever done one collab in the past. I have them open but I usually only like to do them if people ask me specifically since I don't want to be a silly bother and look dumb for asking haha.
I'm the same as you, girl! Anatomy has always been a struggle for me, especially the upper body. But we'll eventually master it! ♡ I think with hands, maybe drawing them in a simplified way might be easier and less stressful. With how often you draw though, I'm confident that you'll see improvement in less than a year!
//huggles Aw, anytime, love! I do wish more people would be vocally supportive. ; n ;
I'd love to do a collab with you! Now wouldn't be the best time though, since I'm working on a couple of art that I owe and trying to enter a couple of contests too. > o < But when I'm free, I'll notify you and we can talk more about it then. * v *
ETA: Have you done collabs with anyone yet? I think that'd be a great way to get more traffic your way, too!