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#1 Sunlit Autumn

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Posted 05 November 2014 - 02:09 AM

Well here is Stormy Flash:

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What do you all think? BTW I used a base for the pony but did everything else myself. She has a backstory but I might type that up later....


Edited by Pumpkin Seed, 05 November 2014 - 02:09 AM.


#2 Rulerofblocks

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Posted 05 November 2014 - 02:33 AM

Hi there, we have a thread for this in Off Topic called Show Your Drawing Skills! But you seem pretty new, so it's fine :)
I like her cutie mark, but her color palette could use a bit of work. Right now, the neon in the hair and the tips really throw off the design overall. Now, I'm no expert, but my general advice is to stick to cold color palettes with a bright feature like eyes or markings, or a warm color palette that is bright (not neon!) and pastel. My OC, Sketchy Charm, is a good example of this kind of palette (i think.)

My OC, notice how your eyes are drawn to her bright hair, while her skin is a nice tan/pale that blends well with the bright hair and her darker eyes. Her accessories add some pizzazz to her overall bland skin tone.

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Rainbow Dash is also a good example, her whole palette is very bright and exciting.

Trixie is a good example of a cold palette. Notice how her whole coat is a cold color, but her eyes are warm and inviting. They draw you in.

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A good rule of thumb for OC colors is if the colors are not eye appealing, they are not good. Always pick colors that match well with each other.

Primary colors match with other primary colors. Match complimentary colors together, match analogue colors together, and always be aware of warm/cold colors. Reds and oranges are warm, while blues and purples are cold. Also be sure to consider "earth tones", which are lighter, muted colors of a much brighter color like purple. Multiple toned hair is great, but make sure the colors compliment each other. If you have any questions, ask me.

 

I'd love to give pointers on the back-story when you put it up :)


Edited by Rulerofblocks, 05 November 2014 - 02:38 AM.


#3 Spotsy

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Posted 05 November 2014 - 02:40 AM

That's really good for your first try, and with a base,

its pretty challenging for me to draw because i have no tablet, just a keypad that sometimes glitches and my paint tool sai trial ran out months ago, but i finished my avatar before it did expire.

 

 

If you used a mouse, or some other cursor thing, thats a good start for without a tablet,

 

if you did start out with a tablet, still good for a frist try nonetheless


Edited by Seikatsu, 05 November 2014 - 02:47 AM.


#4 Sunlit Autumn

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Posted 05 November 2014 - 08:51 PM

I like her cutie mark, but her color palette could use a bit of work. Right now, the neon in the hair and the tips really throw off the design overall. Now, I'm no expert, but my general advice is to stick to cold color palettes with a bright feature like eyes or markings, or a warm color palette that is bright (not neon!) and pastel. My OC, Sketchy Charm, is a good example of this kind of palette (i think.)

My OC, notice how your eyes are drawn to her bright hair, while her skin is a nice tan/pale that blends well with the bright hair and her darker eyes. Her accessories add some pizzazz to her overall bland skin tone.

 

A good rule of thumb for OC colors is if the colors are not eye appealing, they are not good. Always pick colors that match well with each other.

Primary colors match with other primary colors. Match complimentary colors together, match analogue colors together, and always be aware of warm/cold colors. Reds and oranges are warm, while blues and purples are cold. Also be sure to consider "earth tones", which are lighter, muted colors of a much brighter color like purple. Multiple toned hair is great, but make sure the colors compliment each other. If you have any questions, ask me.

 

 

 

So I did try to redo some of the color palate and here is what I got:

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Oh and I am in the process of making her backstory into writing. :)



#5 Rulerofblocks

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Posted 05 November 2014 - 09:02 PM

Hmm, I would leave out the tipped colors of the hair. Maybe if you changed the body color but kept the hair a solid blue so the body was a lighter blue of the hair it would look great, but that's my opinion. I like her striking eyes, like a hawk ;)
But what am I saying it's not my OC! If you like her, keep her how she is :)

Edited by Rulerofblocks, 05 November 2014 - 09:14 PM.


#6 Sunlit Autumn

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Posted 05 November 2014 - 10:04 PM

So I finally have a final outcome: (Just Ignore the glitches color on the mane and wings)

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Edited by Pumpkin Seed, 05 November 2014 - 10:05 PM.


#7 Rulerofblocks

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Posted 05 November 2014 - 10:16 PM

I think that actually looks really good for a first OC :) good job! can't wait for a backstory!


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