@DoubleOtaku:

Ah thanks so much for the support! Much appreciated :D

You're really talented o.O KEEP IT UP! i look forward to seeing your next masterpiece!

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Thanks a lot! X3

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Thanks! ;D I had the reference photo for a very long time on my computer, waiting to be drawn :P

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Thank you! Sounds like a nice solution if it works. Also an housemate of mine suggested to put it in water completely, let it soak through and then let it dry. I'll browse the internet and see if there's anything about these two techniques! thanks :3