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Art Fight

I'm not planning to participate in Art Fight events from now. I don't like how it handled, the website template, their Discord server. Don't want to belong there.

Instead, maybe, time spent better on something nice for my community. Help me decide for my future activities.

#tumblr polls

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Eladrin character for my friend again :)

she really has the best characters!

#so very mesmerized #dook respects ✍️ #oc design #pweety naturale

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heyyy happi holidaz to u 😜 i wanna say ur art is sooo cool n colarful like omg 😍 i feel like u r prob cool n vivid to so keep drawin n share more like maybe 1day i draw like this to lol

(￣▽￣*)ゞ oh, thanks. Glad you think I'm cool. 🌈 I'm striving to be more colorful with each new day.

Happy holy-daaaaazzz to u as well! 🎉(whatever that is, lol)

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Finished artworks for year 2023

✪ 25 artworks complete ✪ 10+ small and big projects in WIP status

❤ Let's keep it interesting in 2024, together!

This tough year I practiced tools, experimented with style and coloring, dove into CSP software a bit more and totally rearranged my workspace.

I was regaining my artistic confidence because in 2022…

…there was some mental struggle, apparently.

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Regarding future artworks, in 2024, I'd like to focus on re-building my portfolio and working on commissions. Less of free art, no ArtFight event, less personal projects (if possible). It's time to gather what's been scattered while on hiatus.

★ I count on your support to keep me growing and blooming.

#art summary #digital artwork #female artists #dook alive 🌱

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Christmas lights in a lonely night.

Character belongs to ★ Lunanebi

🌟🎄 Illustration by Ksenia Dookartsy 🎄🌟

Character's name - Unknown.

"She is a very reserved person and doesn't talk much to people she has only just met. A lot of the time she has a very neutral expression and doesn't like wasting energy on people/things she has no interest in. But she is very open, more talkative and more energetic around the people she trusts and cares about. She is a night owl and hates waking up early in the morning. Her hair is a big part of her design (the star shaped space buns and the flowy style) as well as her horns and tail and her heterochromia. She also has star shapes in her eyes A lot of her design features a galaxy related design e.g the end of her hair, the hair clips, her clothing..."

#oc illustration #xmas #artists on tumblr #cg draw #manga style #oc artist

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Secret Santa on VGen

This is my first time participating in such an event, not the art exchange with randoms, but 1 on 1 in a professional creatives' community.

The art-gift I made is for Lunanebi

I'm proud of myself for standing out of the crowd with my skill, effort, and speed. I made this illustration in 1 week being busy with other things, delivering it before the deadline.

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I received my artwork gift from Trashochis

Character design of a cute and friendly ferret girl. Looks adorable, doesn’t she? Autumn, coffee, and champagne color - 💝

details are below

My task was

My character (reference image) in a Christmas themed illustration

My refboard and character reference.

*I'll post my artwork in a separate post later on for more comfortable repost.

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The brief I gave is

Could I get a weasel character design for my gift this year (I've been a very good girl)? It can be in animal shape or in a human form. Keywords: fantasy, magical, white or champagne ferret (or an ermine), warm palette, soft and cute, friendly, not a furry. Additional keywords (optional): autumn, nature, coffee. Appearance at your discretion. Moodboard

#VGsanta #digital illustration #cute girl art #secret santa art #art trade #original character

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yellow is my favorite color right now 💛

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My 2024 Resolution Goals - Professional Edition

*personal goals remain private

As I mentioned in my 2023 summary I'll share with you what I'm looking to achieve in 2024.

In the upcoming year, my focus will be on two main goals: community+ its management, and structuring art commissions better.

I don't like using many platforms and instruments, paying for several is excessive, managing is overwhelming. Unfortunately, among free options, there is no perfect tool. The scattered nature of tasks and the lack of an overview perspective trigger anxiety. As a freelance digital creator, my job is intricately connected to the community. Besides embodying imagination into visual products, I must master promotion and trade skills, essential for artisans throughout history.

Social media, while a powerful tool, is becoming difficult to manage and sometimes toxic, draining my valuable time and mental strengh. Increasingly, I find myself contemplating a central hub for all my social activities. A Discord server could serve as a Swiss army knife for my business tools and more. I'm actively working on this project, which includes a space for community and experience exchange, integration of other social media platforms into a unified channel for news and announcements, statistics, exclusive content, perks/rewards/discounts, safety through moderation and rules, and automation of processes via bots, including entertainment.

Establishing my own public server would help streamline my social media accounts (keeping them neat and original), reducing manual labor and narrowing the gap between me and my audience. However, my strict character, high standards and internal conflict between the desire for public interaction and the urge to isolate myself present challenges.

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While my service may seem straightforward to some, delivering them comfortably is not easy. Documentation, clarity, safety in cooperation, visibility, and online store require careful attention. Working internationally amid recent global community turbulence has heightened my anxiety, impacting the stability of work-life balance. My primary goal is to fix this situation, making it as comfortable as possible for both me and those ordering my artworks. I'm researching tools that will help me to deligate some boring work if possible. One significant obstacle is my tendency to overthink and complicate matters due to my meticulous nature.

#dook alive 🌱 #2024 goals #hopes & reality #digital artist

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Septomber 6+7

#digital linework #ink drawing #cg artwork #dook respects ✍️ #fantasy art #portraiture

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❤️ BLM charity work, auctioned. Crimson lilies.

#dook tada 🖼️ #digital artwork #gorgeous female #black beauty #clip studio paint

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I spend Way more time thinking about my Tav than actually playing bg3 😪 anyway theyre a storm sorcerer/tempest cleric multiclass and I love them so much

#fantasy artwork #horns #original character design #dark vibes #dook respects ✍️

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Rose Quartz | Steven Universe

*by request. A quickie in markers and ink (CG).

#dook quickie 🚀 #fanart #artists on tumblr #rose quarts steven universe #digital artwork

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Hairstyle meme. Feat Landy + hangover.

Finished this chart slowly. As practice in hair coloring, expressions, portrait composition, familiarity with OC.

Re-styled the template, so it's OOAK.

Wanna do similar meme but with my OC Malika. However, I don't know how soon I'll manage that.

Enjoy the bonus and intro ⤵️

Let me introduce this girl to you.

Meet Landy, the life of the party and the mastermind behind unforgettable events. Self-employed special events manager, she's the one who turns every occasion into a celebration to remember. From wild parties to birthday bashes and corporate shindigs, Landy knows how to make a good time great.

Her charisma flows effortlessly, gently weaving connections among those she encounters. She's got this unique blend of outgoing energy and thoughtful introspection.

Sure, Landy loves the spotlight. She's the kind of person who thrives in the hustle and bustle of a big, lively gathering. With her magnetic charm, she can't help but draw everyone into the good times. Seductive, open-minded, and caring, she's the friend you didn't know you needed.

Underneath it all, Landy's a bit of a rebel. Rules? She's not a big fan. Unfamiliar situations? Bring 'em on. Her mind is a constant generator of wild ideas, and she's not afraid to embrace the unconventional. Landy's existence, each day is an invitation to embrace the joy of living life a little differently.

Now, here's the real deal about Landy: she's got a healthy amount of complexes and not-so-healthy habits. Yep, Landy often finds herself nursing a hangover from a night of revelry. But, despite the occasional stumble, she embraces her quirks and keeps the party going.

TALENTS: Able to do almost anything that interests her. Excited by new ideas. Comfortable in unfamiliar situations. Ideas generator.

HOBBY: cosplay, scrapbooking, style, rollerblading, gogo dance.

#oc artist #clip studio paint #expressions #digital art #art meme #art challenge

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Hey Dook, I really hope the upcoming year brings you nothing but good vibes and a perfect harmony in your awesome art! Your new pieces always make my day, seriously. You're such an inspiration, so dang talented.

Quick question for you: I often find myself stuck when I try to draw in my free time. How do you always come up with such cool ideas? Share your secrets on finding inspiration and drawing as expressively as you do, please!

(´｡• ω •｡`) Ah, you're so kind. Thank you for the good wishes. I wish you an awesome upcoming year as well.

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That's a good question! It's relevant for many fellow artists out there.

SUMMARY: Mix: your passion, your favs, a theme, portfolio and art goals. Power up with your references collection.

In details ⤵️

For me, stumbling onto those bright ideas that really click, started with digging into who I am and what I love.

It's mainly about recognizing the roadblocks and figuring out a fix that fits you. And it's like having a chill heart-to-heart with yourself:

you: I'm stuck. Can't figure out what to draw! mind: Okay. What is your main objective? Work or hobby? you: Feeling a bit rusty. Maybe I should start with something personal, you know, for practice. mind: Got it. First things first, let's jot down your favorite things. Got a list handy? you: Uh, not really. They're all up in my head. mind: No biggie. We can roll with that. It might spark some inspiration. But hey, to spice it up, let's create a visual board of you as an artist. Your focus, your style, your values — everything. Think of it like a moodboard. you: Sounds kinda complex. I just wanted to doodle in my downtime. mind: Trust me, this won't eat up much of your time. It's a breeze, and the result might just be the secret sauce for your future drawings. Start a bit now, pick it up later.

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I, actually, aided it further.

All my ideas that wake me up or keep boiling in my head, I write into digital lists (in my case is TickTick app). Because when I see something inspiring (or someone) I can attach a link where needed, or add a custom note with markdown available.

Then I began to fill up my reference folders. I work on them from time to time with a timer (20-30 mins). In my case, when I focus on character design, I have a collection of styles I want to try (including art from my favorite games cuz sure I want to learn how pro artists do it), coloring and drawing tutorials, educational (anatomy and all that), poses/faces/expressions, fashion, etc. *can be on your device, online drive, or a platform like Pinterest. Each set is not enough on its own. To make it work - combine things. Example: pick a pose, add a face to it, choose something trendy and fashionable, add your favorite colors/items/theme, throw some VFX. Mix and mash, don't be afraid to combine incompatible.

By establishing my priorities, I made lists (yet again, my obsession) of what I want to practice and then added each category in a randomizator to pick for me 3 elements to match and challenge. Here is my approximate plan (WIP). Random color generator (one of many out there)

I trained myself not to take too broad themes and stick to what I want to have in my portfolio (what drives my future commissions) while staying versatile. Takes practice.

I hope it helps somehow. It's something that works for me these days but might change in the future.

Find your own way because no one knows you like you do, so the most comfortable way to resolve an issue is the one that's crafted by you. Believe, your mind can find shortcuts and tips for you if tasked to do so. Don't forget to research and store.

#FUQ_Dook ❓ #art advice #dook titips 🔖

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いたずら好きなご主人様/2023

#dook respects ✍️ #anime style #panda bear #cute art #inspiring talent

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Some previously abandoned/unused character sketches drawn for practice. I decided to collect these on the same page because it's been some time since I posted personal work here and I'm trying to be more active around here as well.

#monochromatic #digital artist #original character #dook respects ✍️ #prettiful #fantasy art #digital drawing

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Hairstyle meme. Feat Landy + hangover.

Finished this chart slowly. As practice in hair coloring, expressions, portrait composition, familiarity with OC.

Re-styled the template, so it's OOAK.

Wanna do similar meme but with my OC Malika. However, I don't know how soon I'll manage that.

Enjoy the bonus and intro ⤵️

Let me introduce this girl to you.

Meet Landy, the life of the party and the mastermind behind unforgettable events. Self-employed special events manager, she's the one who turns every occasion into a celebration to remember. From wild parties to birthday bashes and corporate shindigs, Landy knows how to make a good time great.

Her charisma flows effortlessly, gently weaving connections among those she encounters. She's got this unique blend of outgoing energy and thoughtful introspection.

Sure, Landy loves the spotlight. She's the kind of person who thrives in the hustle and bustle of a big, lively gathering. With her magnetic charm, she can't help but draw everyone into the good times. Seductive, open-minded, and caring, she's the friend you didn't know you needed.

Underneath it all, Landy's a bit of a rebel. Rules? She's not a big fan. Unfamiliar situations? Bring 'em on. Her mind is a constant generator of wild ideas, and she's not afraid to embrace the unconventional. Landy's existence, each day is an invitation to embrace the joy of living life a little differently.

Now, here's the real deal about Landy: she's got a healthy amount of complexes and not-so-healthy habits. Yep, Landy often finds herself nursing a hangover from a night of revelry. But, despite the occasional stumble, she embraces her quirks and keeps the party going.

TALENTS: Able to do almost anything that interests her. Excited by new ideas. Comfortable in unfamiliar situations. Ideas generator.

HOBBY: cosplay, scrapbooking, style, rollerblading, gogo dance.

#Landy Liebenfire #original character #oc artist #clip studio paint #dook tada 🖼️