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Published: 2013-09-10 11:52:14 +0000 UTC; Views: 904; Favourites: 38; Downloads: 5
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I'm finally home....Does anyone miss me?
...Does anyone remember me?
Is there still someone who cares?
Here's a really full-assed piece by yours truly.
I worked with no breaks at all!
I really worked hard on this piece, which I admit, was just made to cool off my head after I felt gloomy. 
It's fantastic that I felt so much better after finishing the piece! That surely goes to show how much relaxing and relieving making art can be. 
This piece is kind of me at the moment. You know those times when you leave a place you love so much, for just a while? And when you come back, it's like nobody remembers you or misses you? When you feel like you're lost and need to catch up again? When all of your friends there have forgotten you still existed? I tried illustrating such a feeling in this piece.
(Of course, this couldn't be my current situation at DeviantART, considering the fact I never really "left" during my Fluffy "Hiatus". 
)I usually don't post fan art nowadays, so this was a rather refreshing piece to make! This is my Pokésona (Pokémon + Persona), Xuis the Pikachu. i fahking forgot to draw her cheek pouches and remembered at the last minute Her cheek pouches are sort of hidden by her green scarf.
As you can see, I was practicing color palettes in this artwork.
Heh, this was also a great way to practice my brush strokes. While drawing, my tablet's pen sensitivity went off (Chibi Paint does have pen pressure sensitivity) and kapoosh, it was a challenge making this picture without it. I'd like more feedback on this! For those of you who are willing to offer a critique, here are some questions I have for you.
What mood/feeling does this piece give you? Is it strong enough to keep your eyes on the artwork? What concept/message did you receive on first sight [before you read the description]? If there is room for improvement, how can I fix it? 
How is the color palette? Does it look pleasing to the eye? What mood does it give you? Did it work well with the composition and the subjects? If there is room for improvement, how can I fix it? Is the composition decent enough? Is it interesting or bland? Does it go well with the overall concept and message? Does it go hand in hand with the colors? If there is room for improvement, how can I fix it? How about the subject (Pikachu)? Is the expression pulled off well enough? How about the pose- is it expressive? Is it appealing? Does it go with the piece overall? If there is room for improvement, how can I fix it? Of course, you don't have to answer one or all of these questions.
If you have anything to say about the piece, like a mistake here or a suggestion there, let it out! I may be BatFluf, but I can't improve without constructive feedback, y'know? Edit 9/11/13 - Tried all the lovely suggestions offered! Wow, this piece looks much better.
Thank yous to all who've given me constructive feedback. Edit 10/16/13 - Changed the contrast and colors for maximum effect. Suggested by ~DTKinetic
More Pokémon Fan Art you should check out!
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More of my Pokémon Fan Art Made With:
Chibi Paint Java Applet (Bulbagarden Oekaki)
Time Taken: 1 hour & 47 minutes
...Interesting.Brushes/Tools Used:
Chibi Paint Java Applet - Water Color Tool, Pencil Tool, Pen Tool, Air Brush Tool, Eraser Tool
Posted on September 10, 2013 7:51 PM PHT
Art © Me, fluf-studios, Alex R.
Pikachu, Pokémon and its concept © Nintendo, Gamefreak
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I like the overall theme and turnout of this picture, the concept of feeling sorrowfully nostalgic and homesick. Esp, what you wrote about leaving, coming back and things not being the same, hits a little too close to home with my high-school-turned-college-experience, e.deviantart.net/emoticons/f/f… " width="15" height="15" alt="
Directly answering your question, the color palette I find very pleasing to the eye as the blues, greens, and subdued yellows work together e.deviantart.net/emoticons/n/n… " width="15" height="15" alt="
Secondly, the composition is decent, but the open space in between the bush and the city is too empty, and it makes the bush look random in context of the environment. Adding a row of bushes for example, hills, a stream, rocks or a walkway would really utilize that area and create a better sense of distance. Likewise the tree branches are good but underutilized and not quite bold enough to stand out.
Well, your final questions were about the character, so, I think the expression is spot on. You don't need to put emphasis on emotion with tears, or anything dramatic. Sometimes the right look in the eye and a silent mouth is all the viewer needs when given the context. The hunched over, exhausted/depressed pose complements that e.deviantart.net/emoticons/t/t… " width="15" height="15" alt="
Anyway, I hope this advice helps you, it is a nice picture so keep up the good work e.deviantart.net/emoticons/s/s… " width="15" height="15" alt="
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Thank you for the amazing feedback!
As for the colors, I can try deepening the shadows and highlights.
I'm afraid about that last step, as there is no way to alter the contrast in the program I used to make this. 
As for the composition, your suggestions sound lovely! 
Again, thank you, and have a nice day!
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You're welcome, it's quite laudable how willing you are to accept feedback
If you have to transfer it over, don't worry about the layers, I work on one layer all the time. 
Good luck, and good day to you too
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Well, I certainly can't improve without knowing my mistakes.
Ah, I see.
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When I first looked at this piece, I felt that it conveyed feelings of loneliness, sorrow, and maybe helplessness. You did a very nice job of conveying emotions through this artwork, using not only the expression of the character but also its pose as well as the darker color scheme.
The overall color palette with gloomier and less saturated color was definitely an effective choice for this piece. One thing that I noticed, however, was that the green of the bush was brighter and more saturated than the other colors, drawing the viewers eyes to it (and I'm sure the bush was not meant to be the main focus of the drawing e.deviantart.net/emoticons/x/x… " width="15" height="15" alt="
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Finally, I really like how you worked with foregrounds, middle grounds, and backgrounds to give your artwork some depth. One thing I suggest here is probably adding some more detail to the tree trunk, as it's the closest object to the viewer. Maybe draw in some strands of grass in the foreground to also add to the illusion of depth. e.deviantart.net/emoticons/s/s… " width="15" height="15" alt="
Overall, however, I think you did an absolutely fantastic job on this artwork! I look forward to seeing more (and there better be more e.deviantart.net/emoticons/s/s… " width="15" height="15" alt="
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Haha, okay.
....
Opsie, I fail X.x
I wondered why the tree trunk sloped so much
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neccers what did you do omfg lol
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Aww, I think I just commented instead of replying.
I summon you, `fluf-studios
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Weird, I didn't get this summon!
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Thanks for the lovely input, Simply!
I see! Since the bush and Xuis were so close, I thought that adding more saturation to the bush would be effective as well.
I'd like to clarify that, that object on the left is a path, not a tree in the foreground. 
I'll also try out the grass suggestion.
Again, thanks! Be sure to have an awesome day, Simply-senpai!!
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Aah, what a delightful piece e.deviantart.net/emoticons/s/s… " width="15" height="15" alt="
However, it is a visually wonderful image that accomplished what it set out to do, but I do have suggestions on making improvements if you're happy to hear them.
- The line art: I've already taken into account that you've classed this image as 'half arsed' but I really feel as if that if it was cleaned up, it would look even better.
- The Tail: I know first hand that Pikachu tails are a real butt.. I'd like to suggest not making the tail looking as stretched as it is, otherwise the shape is fine.
There is room for improvement background wise, as nice as it is, it looks as if you could have done more to it, maybe add an extra building, perhaps add lights to the one you already have in it.
Overall though, I think it has a great impact that only needs a slight touch up here and there :3
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(Snickering) Pikachu tails are a real butt. Makes sense since the Pikachu tail is in the butt. Lol Sorry. I thought that was too funny.
Anyway, again, this is an awesome image. I like the critique!
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Thank you for the lovely feedback!
I'll be sure to try out your suggestions!
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My pleasure deary
Hope you have a nice too! :3
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I get a strong sense of longing from this. I was thinking Xuis wanted to go in, but is scared of what would happen if she did. After reading the description, I understood the title and could "feel" the forgottenness. This is cool!
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Thank you! This is a pretty old picture and I hope to remake it, but that was the intended emotion I was trying to relay while making this.
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皮卡丘！愛在後面的城堡，那種泛著神秘的感覺。我感覺好極了情緒看著這幅畫在那個皮卡丘對她的眼淚的事實。
配色方案是偉大的，但什麼是她扶著？很難說。如果城堡是發光的，也許是添加一些光分支，什麼皮卡丘是靠著。
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Thank you so much!
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Aww this is soo cute!
I really get the feeling of a long journey completed when I look at this piece. I also like the color scheme a lot, especially adding lighter hues to the destination and darker hues in the background, and the setting really fits the piece. I really like this piece as is however, maybe adding a little more stars towards the end might emphasize the destination a little more, but overall you've done a wonderful job!
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Thank you for the input! When I have the time, I'll try out your lovely suggestion.
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Xuis's pose and the dark colours in this drawing definitely convey a feeling of helplessness and sadness, so you did a great job with that. Also, the dull yellow of the Pikachu I think really adds to the sad feeling, as it's kind of like the 'light' has gone out of him, if that makes sense.
Nice work.
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Thank you for the lovely input as usual~
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Oh my, i like how you made feelings and emotions to show up! Like the world is against.
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You really showed Pikachu's feelings here, I can clearly see the sadness with the dropping ears and eyes that are slanted downward. Also with the slight highlight in the eyes it makes him seem that there are tears in his eyes which add to his overall sadness.
Also the way the artwork is composed of mainly cooler colours really add to the sadness/loneliness he is feeling. The way you have also made the buildings in the distance different shades of blue make it appear as if it is glowing in the night time so that also looks very nice
On the whole I think you have done an amazing job! Awesome work and keep it up!
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Thank you for the input.
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Darn... Pikachu should have taken a car with him. I'm just kidding.
Nice image! I really like the shading.
Hey, it would be cool if you could do an impressionistic style of Pikachu.
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Thanks! For the the compliment, and for the idea.
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I love the colors you've used. This is really gorgeous
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I really like the "yearning" look in his eyes. The emotion of this comes across really strongly!
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Thank you.
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I've been in this mood more than a few times. It's nice to see this, while looking back on it, because I'm now seeing the value of the friends I have now.
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I'm glad this piece connected with you!
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