No problemo! :D And thank you as well~ I'm glad that my advice could help! Your efforts have definitely paid off. And yeah hearing in depth artist comments always give me butterflies :D Getting constructive criticism is vital to an artist's improvement. That's why I joined theO. And I recently learned that criticism can not only apply to the art, but the artist itself. I have a friend who's going to an art school this year, and I'm always asking for her advice on things, worried that I'm not good enough for art school. She pointed out that I'm just too scared of making mistakes and that's keeping me from improving my skills, which is actually true and it's why I haven't been drawing as much. Even if something's obvious, having someone point it out for you can be the first step towards improvement. :)
Ah, wow, thank you so much! I’ve always loved your artwork so it means a lot to get such a nice comment and review from you! I’m so glad you enjoyed my designs so much – I did put a lot of time and thought into them so I really appreciate it! And thanks so much for your critique and advice too – you’re totally right and it helps a lot to hear another artist’s thoughts ♥
NOT THE COMPANY ;D (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 08/01/13 | Reply
WOW.
I mean really.
You did such a fantastic job with both Link and Zelda's designs for this role change. I'll be commenting on this one since there's less comments, but both designs are spot on. I love how you added your own sense of originality, as well as each character's own personal style with each outfit. Usually on projects like these, people just switch their outfits, so it looks more like character cosplay rather than role change. The full body concepts really show that too. A ponytail might be better for Zelda; realistically, adventuring is pretty difficult with long beautiful locks always in your face haha. Binding + chainmail would also prevent the milk duds from being as prominent as they are. But these are simple critiques from a realistic point of view (and let's face it, keeping a "feminine" figure despite the clothing has always been a thing, whether you mean for it to be or not. A prime example is the oversexualization of women in superhero comic books. I mean if you want to kick butt do you really want a tiny waist and boobs flapping in your face? I think not. But I mean, I still make the same mistake, and it's such a common practice that it's hard to get over it. Plus drawing curvy ladies is fun. XD).
Also, on Link, you did a great job on his outfit. I saw the Zelda one first and was really interested (and also kind of worried lol) on what you did. But man your designs really blew me away. I loved Link's prince outfit. I love that you included Zelda's shoulder things and her crown. It helps keep it in the whole Zelda Universe. You did an amazing job with the detailing. I love the poses you drew them with by the way. Zelda looks strong and confident and Link looks regal and sophisticated. I know they're just standing, but it's the way they stand. You didn't make Link look weak because he's a Prince, and you didn't make Zelda stand with her hips cocked or anything to make her look more girly. You kept them in character and I thank you for that.
I probably way over analyzed you designs lol. But I just wanted to express how much I love and appreciate them. I'd love to see more of these designs. I can tell that you really put some thought into it and took the project seriously.
Great work! I really mean it :> Keep it up~
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Aryia
Grand Otaku | Posted 08/06/13 | Reply
@thelostsindar:
Ah cool! No problem :3
thelostsindar
The Wandering Elf (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 08/06/13 | Reply
@Aryia:
Thanks so much! ^-^ The shield is the same as Link's Hylian Shield ~
Aryia
Grand Otaku | Posted 08/06/13 | Reply
Nice work! Love the clothing style and the background looks great - there's a lot of depth in it :D I wonder how her shield looks like :P
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NOT THE COMPANY ;D (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 08/02/13 | Reply
@thelostsindar:
No problemo! :D And thank you as well~ I'm glad that my advice could help! Your efforts have definitely paid off. And yeah hearing in depth artist comments always give me butterflies :D Getting constructive criticism is vital to an artist's improvement. That's why I joined theO. And I recently learned that criticism can not only apply to the art, but the artist itself. I have a friend who's going to an art school this year, and I'm always asking for her advice on things, worried that I'm not good enough for art school. She pointed out that I'm just too scared of making mistakes and that's keeping me from improving my skills, which is actually true and it's why I haven't been drawing as much. Even if something's obvious, having someone point it out for you can be the first step towards improvement. :)
thelostsindar
The Wandering Elf (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 08/01/13 | Reply
@FUNimation:
Ah, wow, thank you so much! I’ve always loved your artwork so it means a lot to get such a nice comment and review from you! I’m so glad you enjoyed my designs so much – I did put a lot of time and thought into them so I really appreciate it! And thanks so much for your critique and advice too – you’re totally right and it helps a lot to hear another artist’s thoughts ♥
FUNimation
NOT THE COMPANY ;D (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 08/01/13 | Reply
WOW.
I mean really.
You did such a fantastic job with both Link and Zelda's designs for this role change. I'll be commenting on this one since there's less comments, but both designs are spot on. I love how you added your own sense of originality, as well as each character's own personal style with each outfit. Usually on projects like these, people just switch their outfits, so it looks more like character cosplay rather than role change. The full body concepts really show that too. A ponytail might be better for Zelda; realistically, adventuring is pretty difficult with long beautiful locks always in your face haha. Binding + chainmail would also prevent the milk duds from being as prominent as they are. But these are simple critiques from a realistic point of view (and let's face it, keeping a "feminine" figure despite the clothing has always been a thing, whether you mean for it to be or not. A prime example is the oversexualization of women in superhero comic books. I mean if you want to kick butt do you really want a tiny waist and boobs flapping in your face? I think not. But I mean, I still make the same mistake, and it's such a common practice that it's hard to get over it. Plus drawing curvy ladies is fun. XD).
Also, on Link, you did a great job on his outfit. I saw the Zelda one first and was really interested (and also kind of worried lol) on what you did. But man your designs really blew me away. I loved Link's prince outfit. I love that you included Zelda's shoulder things and her crown. It helps keep it in the whole Zelda Universe. You did an amazing job with the detailing. I love the poses you drew them with by the way. Zelda looks strong and confident and Link looks regal and sophisticated. I know they're just standing, but it's the way they stand. You didn't make Link look weak because he's a Prince, and you didn't make Zelda stand with her hips cocked or anything to make her look more girly. You kept them in character and I thank you for that.
I probably way over analyzed you designs lol. But I just wanted to express how much I love and appreciate them. I'd love to see more of these designs. I can tell that you really put some thought into it and took the project seriously.
Great work! I really mean it :> Keep it up~
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thelostsindar
The Wandering Elf (Otaku Eternal) | Posted 07/31/13 | Reply
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Thanks!
Me too ^^