Happy Saturday y'all! Moushi here with an announcement on some issues we've been noticing and would like to clarify on and offer some guidance. This announcement is going to be on criticizing the work of others and individuals trying to get around the no free commercial work rule! Fun stuff! Included is a little comic on our thoughts around free commercial work, we hope you enjoy!
Art criticism (Style/technique)
We've had a few instances lately where people have been criticizing the work of others when the artist has not asked for criticism. This includes people who are requesting work and are including their piece for reference and people who have completed requests. Others have come in and offered criticism of the pieces and we need to be clear; criticism, constructive or otherwise, is not the purpose of this subreddit. There are other art related subreddits where people are asking for criticism, but this is not one of those. The purpose of this subreddit is to offer and request art, whether for free or for compensation.
I understand that the intention of the person criticizing might be good, but, it's not welcome. From the artist's perspective, it's like cooking in your kitchen and having a stranger come in and tell you everything you've done wrong. You would probably feel blindsided and not take it well. You never know what state of mind the person on the other side of the screen is, just let it be and let people post what they like at their skill level. If they want criticism, they have the other subreddit's to go to.
If someone criticizes your art, please don't engage with them, so many times this turns into a huge argument that often times gets personal and both parties get dinged for uncivil behavior that may result in a cool down period (3-7 day ban), please instead just report them for uncivil behavior and us mods will come in and handle it.
Criticizing Character Design
Listen, one of my favorite subjects to draw are kimono, there are SO many people who draw kimono incorrectly, it's not my responsibility to go in and tell them how to draw them correctly, again, if they wanted to learn how to draw them, there are plenty of resources at their disposal including subreddits that are focused on critique. Please don't go on a person's post and tell them how inaccurate their drawing is, it's just rude and unnecessary.
On the flip side, if someone draws a character with a design that you personally find offensive for whatever reason, please don't go in and preach to them or tell them how it offends you/others, instead the best thing you can do is report it and let us mods handle it. You don't know why a character has the design that they do and when you reach out to them through the comments it just opens up a whole can of worms that again can lead to personal insults. Report, and we, the mods, will determine the best course of action on a case by case basis.
Basically, we want this to be a safe place where people can post their art without fear of unsolicited criticism. Some people don't take criticism well or are not in the best mindset for criticism in that moment and that's okay, if they want critique, there are other places to get it. Please keep criticism to yourself on this subreddit.
Alright, on to sneaky people!
It has come to our attention that some people are being sneaky in getting free commercial work. Whether that's by asking the artist after the request is complete if they can use their work in whatever capacity or by just going ahead and using it without informing the artist, this isn't allowed. Unfortunately there's not a whole lot we can do outside of the subreddit when this happens, we can ban the user so they don't take advantage of others in the future. If you find someone doing this, please take screenshots for proof and reach out to us through modmail so we can handle the situation. We are huge advocates for artists being paid fairly when their work is being used, you deserve compensation for your time and energy. Remember, free requests are just for fun, art that's going to be used should be paid for.
Here's the comic if anyone needs anymore clarification~
While preparing to open commissions up I want to build up my portfolio for others to see. I draw mostly humanoids, I don’t do furries or mechas. I’m hoping to do a bust full render and if you have an idea for a pose feel free to send that in. If I’ve already done gift art for you I most likely will not choose your character (thank you for understanding). Please put a :> if you see this. If you want a Chibi you can ask for that as well! My chibis take me less time so I’ll be more likely to do your character if you want a Chibi.
I will be doing a mix of sketches, coloured sketches, and maybe some full colour—I'm not sure yet! Drop me your OCs in the comments—and please, DO NOT DM me: I will ignore your message.
This is Alibaster. You don’t even need to spend a lot of time on it. Alibaster is missing his right eye and right leg (so that would be less to draw) if this is too much, that’s okay. Sorry
Alright, this little guy is a characterized representation of my new fantasy race, the Ifritai, and since I'm not super great at drawing, I wondered if any of you fine and generous artists would like to give it a shot?
If you don't like the clothing (his vest), feel free to add or remove what you wish, as long as it seems as if a crow may like it (key: shiny)!
I want to see what you guys can come up with. Have fun!
I'm writing a fantasy novel and this is one of the factions they use tools to cutout magical roots wich are parasitic from people and areas so they use hammers chisels scalpel and other surgical tools
They are called "Bones Mantle" because their dirty white robes always look like bones
Well just asking and curious. Second image is like kind of clothes so reference. Would be cool to see her in different clothes that still fit her however.
Don't think this is breaking any rules second image one (I read nsfw rules or what counts as one and think this is similar if she wore a bikini? So not really nsfw I think)
Wish everyone a nice saturday.
(Yea I'm just trying hard not to accidently get a warning)
Would someone care to draw my dnd character Faraday? He’s recently gone through a redesign and I’d love a new visual for him.
Doesn’t need to be anything complicated whatever anyone feels like doing. He’s a large Pallas cat Tabaxi but right now he’s basically a short hair cause he got shaved! No more fluff!
Ruri is daughter to Holland and Noriaki Kakyoin. Is Autistic. Loveable, Loyal, Smart, Loves Animal Crossing, Loves listening to ADO, Motionless In White, and In This Moment, Loves to draw on her tablet and spend time with Mom and Dad.
Melionë is the daughter to Jean-Pierre Polnareff from Jojo Part 3 and a French Ex-Spy named Celestine. She is shy and elusive when you first meet her. But once she gets to know you, she is very loyal and friendly. She also loves to make food with her dad and hang out with her mom.
Leo is the son of Muhammad Avdol and a Native/Indigenous woman named Pingjarjea Small Deer. He loves to spend time with parents as well as his Auntie Ellie while learning about the cultures of the people his parents are a part of as well as other cultures. He's also a bit of a jokester and loves to spend time with his chickens and calls himself "Father of the chickens" He's also very loving.
The girl with with pink and black hair is named Opal. She's kind, motherly (dealing with her 2 chaotic boyfriends), and has severe anxiety.
Holland is a 16 year old girl from Rochester, New York. With Emerald Green Eyes, Freckles, and a Star cuff earring with a strawberry hanging off. Lovable, Loyal, and a complete crackhead. Is shipped with Noriaki Kakyoin from Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Part 3
