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Posted by JAK
(#15) on Sat Apr 5, 2014 5:46pm
- Alexiel
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Posted on: Sat Apr 5, 2014 6:59pm
Change the line art to a lighter color and use multiply if using photoshop. Above everything else play with it till you are happy with it. Also don't be afaird to ask questions.
- PocketLake
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Posted on: Sat Apr 5, 2014 7:00pm
Learn what screen, multiple, and dodge layers do. It's a big help to be able to use them when you are trying to make things glow.
- Suica [HIATUS]
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Posted on: Sat Apr 5, 2014 7:01pm
Color things at a bigger size (like 400x400) then resize and replace the lineart with original lineart. It makes things look better, especilly delicate markings.
- Narwhal
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Posted on: Sat Apr 5, 2014 7:01pm
Have someone else double check your design. Sometimes when working with a design for awhile you can miss little things like a spot out of place or line art that you forgot to color. Having a second set of eyes can help find little things that will throw off your design
- Kozmotis
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Posted on: Sat Apr 5, 2014 7:02pm
One thing I find makes making designs easier (Not just single designs but maybe multiples or editing) is creating your own layers while coloring. So for instance, create a sublayer under the main body, and make it just for the eyes. That way, all you have to do is lock the layer and erase and color as you please. I do this with all the major components of a pet; the eyes, ears, teeth, scales, feathers, legs, etc.
For all of you working on the SCC Friendship Turtles, this is a great way to make customizing easier! I recommend a different layer for the shell, the skin, the eyes... well, you get it XD
- Fush
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Posted on: Sat Apr 5, 2014 7:04pm
Don't forget to drink water to keep hydrated ! :D That a very important part of running a site and doing art!
- (N) -n- (M)
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Posted on: Sat Apr 5, 2014 7:04pm
Look for, and embrace, criticism. Every mistake and failure is an opportunity to learn and become better.
- AbaloneShuttle CANDY
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Posted on: Sat Apr 5, 2014 7:07pm
Have a definite color scheme planned out, and make sure there isn't just one color to a pet; a couple of nice markings can really set off an otherwise unremarkable design =) (but don't overdo it, either...)
- RiverSong
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Posted on: Sat Apr 5, 2014 7:10pm
Don't use too many markings or it makes it not only annoying to look at but also not something you'd want, personal experience.
Also, use layers-I'm still barely learning how to do it, but they definitely help to make a general and then more detailed version of something.
Posted on: Sat Apr 5, 2014 6:58pm
Keep your shading clean and consistent, and don't overuse it. Shading can make or break a design. It's a balancing act.