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Description I tried to paint because 
SOMEBODY!! made me wanna do it
Picked out a sketch I had lying around to practice on
But then I realized
I have no idea what I'm doing lmfao 
It looks so bad ugh 
I hate it
But I tried something new 
Painting is really fun though
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Comments: 49

Pixarette [2016-08-18 21:23:59 +0000 UTC]

Hi I'm with project comment and will be critiquing for you today. I love this, though I'm not quite sure what they are, their still cute. They kinda look like sonic the hedgehog characters. First I'm gonna start with the pointers so I can save the good stuff for last. First off, the stance the bigger one is in looks wrong, the legs should, in my opinion, be closer together, they way they are now, the character would be facing you a little more. Also, this really is a opinion more then a real critic, I would clarify what gender the bigger one is. My first thought was that it was the little one's mom, but then after a closer I thought it could be a male, so I don't know. I love how the pic alone tells a story. From first glance, you begin to make a story for it. I love pics that get my imagination working! Good job. Also the clothes match so well. They look like something you would wear if you know it's cold out side but you would still get cold in. Very good with this pic    

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MaddieBat In reply to Pixarette [2016-08-19 00:51:16 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much!!!

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Pixarette In reply to MaddieBat [2016-08-19 01:00:41 +0000 UTC]

np

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MakaKishinKiller [2016-08-16 22:08:06 +0000 UTC]

Cuteness overload

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MaddieBat In reply to MakaKishinKiller [2016-08-16 23:30:46 +0000 UTC]

thanks!!!!!!

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MakaKishinKiller In reply to MaddieBat [2016-08-17 21:42:45 +0000 UTC]

anytime, keep up the good work~!

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MsVendetta [2016-08-16 20:16:22 +0000 UTC]

This is really cute <3

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MaddieBat In reply to MsVendetta [2016-08-16 21:30:37 +0000 UTC]

thank you !

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pubka [2016-08-16 19:48:15 +0000 UTC]

Eyyyy, I'm from and I'm here to give you some constructive criticism on your art!
I can see where the light is coming from, which is good; there should be one clear light source in a drawing. But I feel like you should use more lighting on the right side of the characters. I'm not sure if you were going for a very small amount of light, but if you were, then I suggest that you make the lighting softer and more subtle. However, if you were going for a normal amount of light, then like I said, you should add more lighting to the area that is being lit up.
I also wanted to tell you that the lines look a bit sloppy, and that they seem to have blended in with the coloring while you were shading. If you're using the brush tool, then you should do several different layers to prevent this from happening. And one more thing, the face of the smaller character seems a bit off. The way you shaded it makes it look like her nose is too far to the right, so next time, you may want to use a little less shading on the face.
I hope this helped you!

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MaddieBat In reply to pubka [2016-08-16 21:31:15 +0000 UTC]

this did help! thank you!

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Varmine [2016-08-16 13:15:46 +0000 UTC]

Fundamentally, I enjoy this overall, it's always nice to see a piece with some emotion in it, and character interaction.

From a critical point of view, it looks like it could use a little sharpening up. For example, darker lines on the hands where the shadows are or more definition on both of their tails.  This sort of style makes it hard to do that kind of thing but I think it always makes a difference. Also you could draw more attention to the emotion of the work by making the faces more of a focus, you could do this with lighting. Alternatively you could make the face lines darker and more defined than other parts.
Lastly I can see the light source looks almost as though its coming from multiple directions, that is, the front is lit, and there is light coming from both sides. It's pretty minor but it makes it harder to actually focus on a focal point because the lighting isn't going toward a focal point. It looks like you were going from a lighting that is to the right, up and behind them right? Well I have heard drawing in a light source (arrows, lines, whatever helps) is a good way to maintain good lighting. 
Overall a nice piece , and cute well balanced characters. Good job.

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MaddieBat In reply to Varmine [2016-08-16 14:08:57 +0000 UTC]

Yeah I really appreciate the criticism

This was my first painting, so I had poor control over lighting. Yeah. There isnt really a focal point at all. And I agree about putting more focus on the face. Thank you so much!!!!

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Varmine In reply to MaddieBat [2016-08-16 20:32:22 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome good luck !

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MikeTheMiiDrawer [2016-08-16 01:14:50 +0000 UTC]

Found this on ProjectComment .

For the first time painting, this is very well done. The tone and overall message this picture speaks to me is handled very nicely. I personally believe there could've been a background to fit this painting more properly instead of a plain gray background, but if you don't want to, it's alright-- it's basically my opinion and you can do whatever fits your style.

Keep painting-- even if you don't like the results, I believe everyone else will say otherwise because this is an impressive painting and people would love to see more paintings from you.

Keep up the good work~!

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MaddieBat In reply to MikeTheMiiDrawer [2016-08-16 03:21:22 +0000 UTC]

I truly appreciate the criticism! 

Yeah, definitely needs a background. But we will just take baby steps XD

Thank you so much!!!

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MikeTheMiiDrawer In reply to MaddieBat [2016-08-16 05:23:27 +0000 UTC]

No probbles!~

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SnugglyButt [2016-08-16 01:12:24 +0000 UTC]

Found this on project comment and I just wanted to leave my thoughts.
Personally for a first attempt that's godamn impressive.
It shows some impressive natural talent.
The only real thing I can critique with an honest heart is the shading.
Other than that it's damn impressive. I love the cartoony style mixed with the paint.
It gives it an almost elegant and animated feel to it.
And that's always a good thing.

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MaddieBat In reply to SnugglyButt [2016-08-16 03:19:33 +0000 UTC]

Oh yeah. I knew shading was coming lmfao

It's a lot different than just "coloring" a piece. Yeah I've got a lot to learn. I appreciate the criticism!

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SnugglyButt In reply to MaddieBat [2016-08-16 03:32:08 +0000 UTC]

For a first piece though it certainly does make me pretty damn amazed.
Painted commissions are usually a massive favourite of many people I know.
So mastering it might have an amazing outcome. :3

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MaddieBat In reply to SnugglyButt [2016-08-16 15:16:22 +0000 UTC]

Aha thanks so much!! ^^'

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SnugglyButt In reply to MaddieBat [2016-08-16 15:18:21 +0000 UTC]

Anytime!

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MinionLily [2016-08-16 00:35:55 +0000 UTC]

What are you talking about? It looks GOOD!

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MaddieBat In reply to MinionLily [2016-08-16 00:40:52 +0000 UTC]

Aha i appreciate the flattery
But it's my first painting and i have a lot to learn

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MinionLily In reply to MaddieBat [2016-08-16 00:44:20 +0000 UTC]

It looks a lot better than anything I could do.

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MaddieBat In reply to MinionLily [2016-08-16 00:45:42 +0000 UTC]

Thank you very much ^^

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MinionLily In reply to MaddieBat [2016-08-16 00:46:55 +0000 UTC]

You are welcome!

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alas-therewasnoreply [2016-06-16 02:29:16 +0000 UTC]

please keep doing these though

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MaddieBat In reply to alas-therewasnoreply [2016-06-16 04:56:19 +0000 UTC]

HMMMMMM maybe!!!!

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alas-therewasnoreply [2016-06-15 17:12:07 +0000 UTC]

SHORT SHORT SHORT

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MaddieBat In reply to alas-therewasnoreply [2016-06-15 20:27:58 +0000 UTC]

SHE CAN'T HELP IT!!!!

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PlanetFreedom [2016-06-15 13:53:02 +0000 UTC]

poor bABY ANIPPE someone give her cookies

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MaddieBat In reply to PlanetFreedom [2016-06-15 13:54:38 +0000 UTC]

AWSHHffffff
she would appreciate it 👍: 0 ⏩: 1

PlanetFreedom In reply to MaddieBat [2016-06-15 14:08:13 +0000 UTC]

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MaddieBat In reply to PlanetFreedom [2016-06-15 14:15:15 +0000 UTC]

HOW CONSIDERATE OF YOU

YOU EVEN GOT MILK

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PlanetFreedom In reply to MaddieBat [2016-06-15 14:49:13 +0000 UTC]

you always get milk with cookies 

always

deep down we all have a jolly fat man dancing around our soul

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MaddieBat In reply to PlanetFreedom [2016-06-16 14:11:46 +0000 UTC]

I wish that was my senior quote 

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SafeGaming89 [2016-06-15 11:34:57 +0000 UTC]

Aw, that's such an emotional tone that you've done here, I'm sure the character will be fine.
Good job with the picture.

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MaddieBat In reply to SafeGaming89 [2016-06-15 13:14:34 +0000 UTC]

thanks so much!

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SafeGaming89 In reply to MaddieBat [2016-06-15 19:27:40 +0000 UTC]

You're most welcome!

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TheDarkMantis16 [2016-06-15 03:29:54 +0000 UTC]

the poor bby ;v; /huggles her

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MaddieBat In reply to TheDarkMantis16 [2016-06-15 03:36:31 +0000 UTC]

Awsh♡
Everyone should huggle Anippe 

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TheDarkMantis16 In reply to MaddieBat [2016-06-15 03:37:17 +0000 UTC]

YASSS

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TwinklePark [2016-06-15 03:22:18 +0000 UTC]

THIS IS GOOD

I LOVE THI S


NOTHING YOU SAY WIOLL MAKE ME CHANGE MY MIND OK 

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MaddieBat In reply to TwinklePark [2016-06-15 03:28:39 +0000 UTC]

AUGH
WHAT IF I STEAL YOUR BRAIN AND FORCE YOU TO HATE IT

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TwinklePark In reply to MaddieBat [2016-06-15 03:30:21 +0000 UTC]

YOU CAN NEVER STEAL MY BRAIN AND FORCE ME TO HATE IT


HAHA

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Whimsical-Wings [2016-06-15 03:13:25 +0000 UTC]

THIS LOOKS AMAZING WHAT THE FRIG U TALKIN ABOUT

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MaddieBat In reply to Whimsical-Wings [2016-06-15 03:19:05 +0000 UTC]

EH

I mean thank you but

Ack///it just looks so bad to me
I guess its good for a beginner painting 

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Whimsical-Wings In reply to MaddieBat [2016-06-15 04:05:37 +0000 UTC]

NAH bROOooOOo
Dude the clean shading
the line
s
everything

i am jelly of this style rip

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MaddieBat In reply to Whimsical-Wings [2016-06-15 04:12:11 +0000 UTC]

Lines what lines lmao
Clean shading woew
Thank but
Don't be jelly
Be peanut butter 

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