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Thistle Xandra · Apr 14, 2011, 08:38 PM // 20:38

Hello! This is my shiny and new commission thread, because for some reason, I can't change the title or prefix of my other thread (although a big thanks to Sierra and Kvinna for trying to help me figure out why) D:

For those of you who don't know me, I'm an art newbie that picked up a tablet late last year and have been trying to learn how to do digital art

You can actually see my favorite art attempts here: http://thistlexandra.deviantart.com/gallery/27378637 My actual passion is writing though, so I've included the ones I've written for the two GW guru contests here, too

My GW guru workshop stories

The Making of Heroes - After being trapped for decades in Shing Jea Monastery, a malevolent spirit is released, thirsty for revenge on those that had cursed him. As the energies of Halloween empower the spirit world, three friends must find the strength within themselves to save their home. In this battle, it’s not their lives at stake… it’s their souls…

The next one is a sequel to the previous Halloween story since it turned out being so popular. I apologize in advance for typos and such since since I haven't heavily proofed this.

An Unbreakable Bond - Bix has secretly hated Wintersday, and this Wintersday seems the worst when an unexpected visitor arrives. With her happiness being threatened, Bix needs her friends more than ever to help her get rid of the menace!

Commission stuff

I think I've finally gotten to the point where I can start asking for plat for pics, so here we go!

Current Commissions:
All spots are super-cheap at 15k, and art style will be at my discretion since I want to play around with different styles. Please don't ask for a spot if this will be a problem for you

Expect art to be waist up, single-character, no weapons, no pets, no background at a minimum although depending on inspiration, I may add full body, multi-char, weapons, pets, or background for fun. Spots will be given in order of character information received, not by reserving a spot and posting character info later.

all spots are closed atm

Waiting List:
- Sorry, I'm actually not going to have a waiting list, because I just don't like the feeling of having a list of stuff I need to do D: -

Info I need from you:
- your IGN for trade
- character details (like eye color, personality, and most definitely reference images)

Other info:
- I hold rights on commission drawings (please don't remove my signature!)
- Drawings will be low-res and watermarked until payment.
- I reserve the right to cancel or refuse any request.
- Finishing a drawing can take anywhere from 1 day to several months, depending on inspiration and time. Please don't yell at me :O I'll post WiPs so you can see I'm working on it if it'll make you feel better :P

Prices and Style Examples:
Since all spots are super-cheap at 15k, the art style will be at my discretion since I want to play around with new and different styles

Current spots are: lineart, linefree painting, simple animation. You can see my fave drawings here: http://thistlexandra.deviantart.com/gallery/27378637

Finished Commissions
1) Araiia - animated GIF - Paid
2) King Size - animated GIF - Paid
3) Moonstalker - detailed greyscale - Paid
4) Bradylynn8403 - http://fav.me/d4emgn6 and bonus animation http://fav.me/d4emhml

- Paid

<3 Thanks for stopping by! <3

King Size · Apr 14, 2011, 09:18 PM // 21:18

i'd really like an animated pic

looks incredible
edit: detailed monochrome

edit 2 : IGN Anaky Ryu

Araiia · Apr 14, 2011, 10:58 PM // 22:58

Your animations are really nice!

I'd like to request an animated detailed monochrome of my Assassin (http://fav.me/d3dvm0v).
I would also be willing to pay much more for a more complex animation!

I can PM you her complete character profile and more information if this request is accepted.
Also up for an art trade, if you're looking for art yourself.

IGN - Araiia Shadowsong

Lithril Ashwalker · Apr 14, 2011, 11:36 PM // 23:36

erm, i dont think u can ask for plat for pics, ecto or anything game related .... against eula

VERY NICE WORK THOUGH

Thistle Xandra · Apr 14, 2011, 11:53 PM // 23:53

Thanks Lithril

Don't worry, it's allowed. We usually get a few of these surprise posts popping up in new threads since these show up on the front page, and the rest of guru doesn't seem to be familiar with how Nolani works

Trading drawings for ingame currency has been approved (someone had referenced anet saying that, but I can't remember who offhand), although trading GW-related art for real life money is a no no

King and Araiia, sent you both a PM

Let me know if that works for you, and I'll add you to my list and close commissions.

Moonstalker · Apr 15, 2011, 08:03 AM // 08:03

So if you're willing to do a commission or have time, let me know via PM please

I'd like a detailed grayscale of my monk:

Tommy's · Apr 15, 2011, 09:32 AM // 09:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lithril Ashwalker

erm, i dont think u can ask for plat for pics, ecto or anything game related .... against eula

Guhh, I'm amazed there are still people thinking this..

And good to see you are taking some steps Thistle

Prepare for too many requests,

Best of luck!

Eastern Magik · Apr 15, 2011, 02:08 PM // 14:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tommy's

Guhh, I'm amazed there are still people thinking this..

+1

anyway, good luck with commissions Thistle *hug*

Thistle Xandra · Apr 15, 2011, 02:58 PM // 14:58

Thanks Tommy and Magik

I'm super excited about doing commissions! I feel like I've graduated from baby steps to... slightly bigger baby steps

Moonstalker, sent you a PM

Thistle Xandra · Apr 17, 2011, 12:49 AM // 00:49

Woot! I finished my first official commission, YAY!

Araiia was actually one of my first models when I was starting to learn how to use my tablet, so I love that she's actually one of my first commissioners, too

CailinArian · Apr 17, 2011, 01:01 AM // 01:01

Your art is so cute, Xandra. <3

Aeronwen · Apr 17, 2011, 11:30 AM // 11:30

oooooh thats lovely

so peaceful

Thistle Xandra · Apr 18, 2011, 06:03 PM // 18:03

Thanks, Cailin and Aero *hugs*

Ravenhawk · Apr 19, 2011, 11:43 AM // 11:43

That's very pretty! Congrats on your first commission. I still remember mine. It was Unlucky Slayer's ^_^

Thistle Xandra · Apr 19, 2011, 06:52 PM // 18:52

hehe, thanks Raven

And yeah, I think my first batch of 3 commissions will probably always be my fave, because they're my first batch, and it was a great experience working with my 3 commissioners

Here's the King Size's animated GIF

This pic is the 3rd in a row of assassin GIFs! Moonstalker's greyscale monk is my combo breaker :P I can't wait to show off her commish, but I'm letting her see the final version first

InfestedHydralisk · Apr 19, 2011, 09:54 PM // 21:54

I think you should bring your animations to a next level.

Thistle Xandra · Apr 19, 2011, 10:48 PM // 22:48

haha, I was seriously thinking about doing more complicated animations, but I doubt I'll ever do it with Photoshop Elements. Doing Aero's moving background one (the most complicated one I've done even though it looks simple) was actually really hard for me, and I learned fixing timing mistakes gets really frustrating. Plus, I found out that the more complicated I go, the smaller the GIF has to be, which isn't fun

If I ever upgrade my software and learn flash or some other animation tool, I'll DEFINTELY try more complicated stuff

I've definitely found that blinking and small motions are a piece of cake for me now

(although boring since that's all I do now, I know, I know :P)

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LATER IN THE DAY EDIT: Just showed Moonstalker her pic, so now I get to share with all of you

I really love this pic, because it's such a huge improvement over my other pieces (at least to me it is), and I really had thought I had hit a plateau that I couldn't cross over with my latest non-animated pics (like the landscape, Rika, and Omen's greyscale, and the countless others I started and deleted).

Side note: I won't be opening commissions again until early May since I have some RL stuff to deal with

I'll probably change prices, what I offer, and will most definitely remove the animated GIFs off the list. Sorry, I'm still not planning on doing waitlists

Ravenhawk · Apr 20, 2011, 04:56 AM // 04:56

Thistle, I agree with you. THe rendering on your last piece is amazing! It almost looks like a picture!

Moonstalker · Apr 20, 2011, 05:04 AM // 05:04

I'm a very happy and pleased person

Thank you so much, Thistle!

Thistle Xandra · Apr 20, 2011, 03:09 PM // 15:09

Thanks, Raven

and thank you so much for commissioning me, Moonstalker!

LATER IN THE DAY EDIT: Trying out a new style in lineart drawing for my angry little ele:

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I was thinking of offering these as commissions for 5k or so, but haven't decided if I'm happy with the style yet.

Will probably play with a few more attempts using models from the artist database thread...

LATER IN THE DAY EDIT 2: Still testing out the lineart style. I like how this one came out a bit better:

Probably will test out on one more model. I don't know why, but I'm in a drawing-angry-chicks mood.

4/21 EDIT: Testing out lineart style still

This time on Aero's dervish from artist database thread. Going for non-angry chick :O