Scorpion1674

dA, I return with newfound inspiration. I have already posted a few new drawings and started my work in literature and poetry. I hope these are equally appreciated. My life is changing drastically. Yet, I remain the artist and romantic I have always been. I have three new drawings working. I hope to have them completed within the quarter. I love the concepts I have going on: visceral, emotional, and real. So, here’s to art imitating life and showing the state of our hearts! Cheers, fellow deviants!

So, just looking at what's new on dA and noticed my last entry was over a year ago. Seriously? Wow... Guess it's fitting considering my procrastinating nature. I don't even wanna know how many unfinished projects and unrealized ideas I have! In a way, I'm so jealous of the pros. They get to do their art for a living as opposed to when they can fit in into their schedule. Maybe one of my projects should be something for my deviantID... maybe that will be a big challenge for me, creatively speaking. Something that really represents me at a glance. That's nearly impossible, but I'm tired of looking at my page and any comments I make and seeing nothing. Need a personality.

So. I just looked at my journal and noticed my last update was over a year ago. I was considering drawing Tinkerbell among others. I then draw Tink over the course of a year (hard to believe) and then drew Lady Justice in less than a week. I was no less busy; I just made myself do it. So now I decide on a new idea. Creativity or precision practice? Depends on my next muse. So I'll keep my eye out until something hits me.

...but I can't photoshop my drawings. They may be flawed, but that's my work. Like the clear lines in the background shading of my Storm drawing. My blending wasn't great, but whatever. The eyes of my Rihanna might be off, but it is what it is. And I'm REALLY not happy about my Cerebus being blurred! I'd rather present my work as is than seek perfection through artificial means (for lack of a better term). Not a shot at those who do, of course. It's just my preference.

That said, I really appreciate those who comment on my work and even add them as Favorites. It's very encouraging and makes me want to draw more and further improve my craft. I may not reply to comments I receive, but that's just me. Again, thanks to those who continue to encourage me.

As far as improving my craft, I'm particularly proud of the Storm drawing because it's a rare time that I can draw almost completely out of my head. Now, it wasn't without photo references. I used a photo of Angela Bassett for the face and different published images to assist with the outfit. But that's it. The rest is 100% unadulterated me. Woot!

So, what next? Midna? Tinkerbell? Some fantasy characters I've left on the shelf for too long? Maybe a laughing Jesus hanging out with his Apostles? He's always portrayed as so somber. That can't be the case. All I know is if I don't keep up the momentum, I'll be disappointed in myself.

Well, since my last journal entry... nothing. That annoying little thing called life is getting in the way of my art. Sadly, I have many projects tat aren't getting done. I have a human thief, a human fighter, and an elven bard (whose draft is on here) to do, on top of many other unfinished things. I guess it's a good thing art isn't my job, huh?

That said, I'm actually flattered. I reviewed some of my favorites adds, and I'm amazed at the quality and beauty of those pieces that my own creations are placed with. It's unreal, like I simply can't believe that I can create anything deserving to be in such company. Maybe I could be greater than I am, but I'm happy with the way things are. To all who have added me, or merely looked, thanks. Really.

I may never make a "Most Popular Deviation" but as long as someone likes what I do, I'm happy.