DarkSymphonia's Creations (Pokemon + Other Fanart)

Dark Symphonia · Dec 27, 2011

Sheep · Jan 22, 2012

I think this calls for some thread CPR!

You have some interesting art so far. I adore your chibi Dragonite especially, he looks very cute and I think you did a good job with him! :3 He would look great finished - do you plan to add any color to him in the future?

Anyways, critique-wise, I definitely think you should practice anatomy a bit more. Your Raikou in particular should probably be slimmed down a bit next time as he looks rather "chunky" if you will. I recommend doing copies a little less (I noticed some of your images are copies of already-existing official Pokemon artwork) and create unique poses, which will ultimately help you get the grasp of anatomy without relying too much on already-existing images. ^_^ Copying is definitely helpful in early stages but it's best not to rely on them too much.

Also, another noticeable little thing are the eyes on Raikou and your vintage Silver image (which is awesome, by the way!). Raikou's eyes look lopsided and a tad too close together while Silver's right eye (our left) perhaps looks a little too big. Also, for Raikou, it'd probably look better if you lowered his left eye (our right) just a little bit further down. It's still difficult for me to draw eyes and for them not to look misaligned so you're definitely not alone on that!

I know you can't really change anything since they're traditionally drawn but here's hoping those pointers help you out a bit for next time!

Keep practicing and I'm looking forward to more! :D

Anastasia.R · Jan 23, 2012

I agree with mostly Crino said (she's really good at this crit stuff). xD

I guess I can just say - I love traditional work, and you have some great pieces. The anatomy in your work could use some practice. Practicing it just make the drawings look realistic.

I recommend doing copies a little less (I noticed some of your images are copies of already-existing official Pokemon artwork) and create unique poses, which will ultimately help you get the grasp of anatomy without relying too much on already-existing images. ^_^ Copying is definitely helpful in early stages but it's best not to rely on them too much.

Although I agree to do less copies - I think practicing or "copying" existing poses of people or Pokemon helps you work on their anatomy and once you're better at it, you could make your own unique poses. I would suggest copy a few more poses, but also begin to create unique poses.

You have some great work! My favorite is "Doll of Fate Testarossa". x3 But yeah, practice! You got a ton of potential! =]

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