reenigrl,ranting

I'm just gonna do a little Rant if that's cool... so I know i'm not on here as much as I was a few years ago... I'm sorry work and college took over my life.

but I feel that when I do participate in contests and what not I dont get anything back. a participation medal sure, that's appreciated... but what about an actual prize? is my stuff just not good enough anymore? I dunno I feel like i do some pretty good work but yet it gets outbeat by something with a little less effort at times... am I going crazy or what... or is it because Im an old lady on here and they want to give a chance to the new peoples... but I wants to feel apreciated on my effort too :(

I just don't understand how when so many years ago when my art lacked experience as to what it is now I had a lot of hits and what not... but now that I've actually improved my art it seems no one really cares.

Ebbiru Character Appreciation

Hello again ^_^ it's time for another feature!
This feature is for Ebbiru http://www.theotaku.com/portfolio/ebbiru

The spotlight is on their character Kaze.

This is what they had to say about Kaze...

Kaze is 19 years of age.
Although sometimes she tends to look younger than her age, this is due to her caring for her appearance. She can be a bit vain on occasions.

She is based round an era/place with more steam punk and robot related things. This is why her design includes cogs, goggles, metal armor boots and a more classy/formal fashion.

She is from a place where fantasy and magic exists. So her scarf is able to become like wings. Also she is a lot stronger than normal people so is able to wield a huge diamond bladed sword with ease, jump higher & is more knowledgeable due to her being open minded.

Her personality is modest and kind. Willing to take on things/jobs asked of her as long as something interesting is given to her as a reward. She is very independent and because of this also acts on what she thinks is right.
Due to her being very strong and athletic in fighting she does tend to get into a lot of fights. But she is one of those people who dosent mind and rather enjoys it, she knows she will beat them. :D

She is more of a rebel and wont be found working for government or people. She prefers to work alone as she finds working in groups slows her down. Only has a few select friends and can be found with them most often. They are bounty hunters like her. She does what she wants when she wants. This has caused her to be not welcome in some places.

I also asked a few questions about Kaze.

Reenigrl- "How and why did you create your character?"

Ebbiru- "Hmm, well i had decided i needed a new OC. And i wanted a blond, purple eyed character. So i started out sketching random ideas onto paper. I had a rough idea in my head that i wanted a female character who looks cool and has a weapon. Then as i sketched i added bits onto her design and built the steam punk idea onto her. I also like that type of thing. I am very partial to steam punk and robot/metal armor clothing on characters.
I guess i have always been interested with FF characters and their designs. I always found them so cool and if i could i would love to be like one LOL XD"