Caemgen

I didn't But right after you said that my mind did immediately flash back to 21 Jump Street... I probably would have recognized sooner if I didn't try to repress those memories...

A ferret would be more suitable for you I guess. But I'd have to suggest you get two. They may be formidable but they don't have the bulk to repel a tornado solo...

But hey, now I know what to get you for Christmas!

I believe it is one entry and it's good for each of the days...

YAY! Welcome back!!!

And up next is some art from jazzcarmona. He's another artist I stumbled across recently that you definitely need to check out if you haven't found him yet. He was fabulous to work with and does great work.

Both these pieces feature one of my characters as well as one of SunGryphon's. I've been getting a bit bored of just solo pieces of my characters and she was kind enough to allow me to use some of hers... First up is Blue Boltage and her character Avalon Rose.


And next up we have Daybreaker Alpha and Mabinogion.


I absolutely love the job jazzcarmona did on this one. How naturally the characters are interacting, how amazing the background is... Love this one

Well syphili abd classy do go hand in hand...

Sorry? But hey, when you find a great artist for so cheap you snatch up as much as you can quickly!

And speaking of great art, more just came in!

This time the art is from 0-Duredhel-0 who I found recently while idly browsing through DA. I liked his gallery from the start but when I saw his Pool series I fell in love and KNEW I had to get some of that! So here are my gals as done by him...

First is Gorm Diabhal...


Next up is Fenian...


And finally, Fenian Wolf!

Yes. And no.

It's all up to the commissioner. Some people like to see exactly the costume they made in the CC and want to see it recreated in scene or poses they can't get in game. Some want their costumes tweaked with stuff like jewelry and such. Others want something the costume creator just can't create.

Frankly you'll find as many differences in this as you find commissioners.


By describing the changes you are looking for in the initial note to the artist. If they have a problem with it they will generally let you know and you can move on to a different artist.

The one thing I would suggest is that it helps to have picture of things similiar to what you want. If you want specific boots that the game doesn't describe, find a real life pic similiar to what you want. A lot of artists want visual references but they don't have to all be from the same source...

Some artists don't mind descriptions, specially for just changes as opposed to whole character design. In these cases be as specific as possible... And again, let the artist know on the intiial note what things you have references for and which you don't.


You're best off knowing from the get go that there will almost ALWAYS be some level of disparity.

But keep in mind that sometimes the artist will exceed expectations as well, or do things to your character that you never thought of but which instantly become a key component to them.

But all in all the best way to minimize it is to:
1) Know exactly what you want. Find as good of references as possible and write up what you can't find references for as clearly and precisely as possible.
2) Do your homework. Check out many galleries before settling on an artist. Find one who works in a style you like. Find one who has done many commissions before. Ask some previous clients about their dealings with the artist.


I have no masterminds but...

Single character arts can be awesome. Some of my favorites are solo pieces. But additional characters, backgrounds, ect really bring the scene to life.

Figure out just exactly you really want and then figure out how much you can afford to spend. Then look for an artist in your price range. If you look long and hard enough you can find some really great artists for pretty cheap... I just recently found two who I think do amazing work for insanely low prices. Check out the last couple arts in my commission thread for links...

Well I certainly cannot help you on choosing which character to do :P



Also, Bayani wrote up a really good guide to commissioning artists, you may want to do a search of the forums for that thread and give it a read before buying art...

And MORE EuROPA777 art is in!

First off, Gorm Diabhal:


Next, of course, is Caemgen:


And finally, rounding out the line up... Fenian Wolf:

More than one, actually.

But regarding the specific piece I think you're referring to:

I last heard from Manic-Pixie when she sent two sketches out of the four ordered arts. This was in Sept '10. I attempted contact with her the next day, again in January '11 and again in February '11. None of those notes were responded to. I just sent yet another note inquiring as to what was going on... I will let you know if I hear anything back.

lol... Nope. Fen Wolf is the shifted one. I think FenFen may have everything she needs but I haven't done it yet? Or there is some slight chance she is shifted. Will need to check.

Nope, level 50 minions still conning white

Nobody for a while... I went on quite the spending spree (have a ton more coming) and I really need to replenish the piggy bank for a while.

Though... one local has asked to have a go at Blue Boltage and I told them they of course could... So we'll see what they can do when they're finished. (and ya, I'm avoiding revealing who in case they change their mind, don't want to share, whatever...)

ummm, I did? I don't think I have a second one to +1 yet