ShadenLines's art Reviews on Newgrounds

[H&K MP5SD]

First I'd quickly check the surroundings for cameras, drones, fishing line attached to the piece, or anything else suspicious. Secondly, if the nearby environment is clean I would look it over without touching it (could be bugged or boobytrapped). If _that_ didn't show anything, then I'd pick it up & take it somewhere...not home, at least not right away.

But seriously, it's good but the background is too bright. If it were blurred a bit more & darkened, the gun would stand out more. I like it, though.

Askapy responds:

What a great comment!

Okay, thank you very much for pointing out the bright background. It’s always good to receive feedback that helps you improve in future drawings.

I’ve noted the advice for the next weapon I draw. Thanks!

[German Tank :D]

Finally, something other than the usual T & A. I appreciate this as much for the change of pace as anything else...it can be tough to find anything else on NG.

Can't comment on the accuracy since I am not an expert on German mechanized artillery. But it looks damn cool.

Askapy responds:

Thank you for the comment, I really appreciate it! I'm new to Newgrounds. I saw that this site was about art and thought it would be a good place for my drawings.

Don't worry, any comment is valid, especially those with questions.

It's a 70-ton German heavy tank, developed at the end of World War II. It was supposed to be one of the many "miracle weapons" that Germany developed to try to win the war, but this tank proved to be too much for Germany. It had good armor and firepower, but it was too slow, expensive to produce, suffered from numerous mechanical failures, and consumed too many resources from an already defeated Germany. This tank was a luxury that Germany could not afford.

Although, as you say, it looks great. I'm glad you liked it.

[PAYDRT #2.1]

Your inking is actually better in a couple areas...less full-on black areas (those should be used judiciously) & more lines describing forms. Excelente. Also, props for starting off with the short history lesson. The kids need to know it didn't start with smart phones last year!

StrangInk responds:

I was consciously trying to use less spot blacks on this chapter. I’m going back and forth with what I want to do with that. I love a strong contrast on a page. I’ve been looking at the very different but both very noir inks of Guy Davis and Frank Miller a lot

[PAYDRT #1]

Very cool. For someone who's "never drawn...really much at all" you're off to a hell of a start. The style is perhaps slightly too cartoony for the plot, but it works. Your real strength is in your storytelling, & perhaps in your worldbuilding. PAYDRT is as much a commentary on our hypermediated gig-centric society as anything else, & I love it. _So_ relevant. Decent inking skills, too.

[Quadruped Mushroom VI]

Cool. How do you sell your art? On Instagram or...?

DonaldLPatten responds:

I sell them at art markets and at galleries in Maine

[Boollseye]

It's cute in a weird sort of way.

Obviously it is one of a lineup of characters followed by a fandom I've never been part of.

Kudos for painting the piece in trad media. There aren't nearly enough of us old-school artists on here...am just glad to see another one.

Riger44 responds:

Its a fun design!

Yeah I agree more peeps should do trad its a much more engaging experience, despite all the advantages of digi it just doesn't hit the same.

[Tiffany Ember Color w swatches]

Cool. This is the third piece I've seen with color swatches...must be the new trend. I kinda like the self-referential aspect.

Zilu7 responds:

Really?

Well color swatches are useful for anyone who might want to use them. Also its fairly common in the character design world I am told.

[Clock Day 2024 AD]

How do you animate those things? Is it with a GIF Converter kinda program or...?

Yosos responds:

I use Aseprite for animations. It’s great for pixel art and has a lot of features. You can also use Pixilart or Pixel Studio, but they have issues like too many ads, problem with saving your previous art, and problems with longer animations. Aseprite is worth it if you’re serious about animating.

[gabby doodles]

You're off to a good start here. Work on unlined paper & improve the lighting for your pics, & future pieces will surely be better.

The girl has thunder thighs, which is a plus. Also... *cue Sir Mix-A-Lot track*

zeeteem responds:

i get what ur saying, i usually do draw on blank paper but this was just a school doodle

thanks anyway