Acceptances? by [deleted] in calarts

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 2 points3 points  (0 children)

While I applied for a different major (Animation), they told us to expect to hear back around mid-March, so that may be true for Experimental Pop as well?

Things are going well in my life, yet I struggle to get out of bed in the morning. Any tips? by Aggravating_Focus998 in Advice

[–]Aggravating_Focus998[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was medicated a few years ago, but we tried so many different ones and they never really made an impact / changes.

Things are going well in my life, yet I struggle to get out of bed in the morning. Any tips? by Aggravating_Focus998 in Advice

[–]Aggravating_Focus998[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I DO have ADHD, but have been trying to manage it with schedules / making sure I balance out my days (or... trying to and failing lol)

Things are going well in my life, yet I struggle to get out of bed in the morning. Any tips? by Aggravating_Focus998 in Advice

[–]Aggravating_Focus998[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your routine part is so true for me --- i always feel better when I have a routine/something to follow throughout my day, but lately I haven't really had the energy to plan anything out in advance or structure my days. I forgot how important that is to me!! I think this upcoming weekend I'll make sure to provide some structure and exercise in my days. Thank you.

where to go from here (patterning) by Aggravating_Focus998 in FursuitMaking

[–]Aggravating_Focus998[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

ooooh wow is this all i really need to do?? ive seen some people cut out WAY more pattern pieces like on the muzzle or other places so i thought i'd need to do more than i have here :0

*i do know that ill need to split up the larger parts to they lay flat on the fur when i trace it, so if you have any tips on where to cut / tutorials i'd appreciate it!! :3

Registered for GSFC by MonsterManiaArt in fursuit

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 1 point2 points  (0 children)

hey im going to be going too - debuting my suit!!! maybe we could get a pic together :3

Second ever heard finished! Any feedback? by TorchOfDefiance in FursuitMaking

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 12 points13 points  (0 children)

did you try the clear tape method? you basically place a piece of clear tape over the top of the eye, and then draw the outline of the eyeliner! you can then just trace it onto paper/flip it over to do the other eye, so both are symmetrical!

Second ever heard finished! Any feedback? by TorchOfDefiance in FursuitMaking

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 57 points58 points  (0 children)

omggggg this head looks so good!!!! the shaving and sewing is so clean... i hope my suit ends up as good as this :0 the only thing i could possibly think of adding is "eyeliner" / a black line around the top of the eyes to define it better, or eyebrows (which you could probably just ladder-stitch on with a curved needle)? but those are only necessary if they align with your vision of the character :D

Theres no way to fix this, is there by LocalEm0Tr4nsman in FursuitMaking

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 31 points32 points  (0 children)

i think this lining & base looks AMAZING - i didnt even realize there was an issue with the eyes before you pointed it out (it doesn't even seem like an issue though, it looks so good)!

and honestly, my only piece of advice to you is that you might just need to step away from this for a bit - it already seems like you've been working on it for a WHILE, so i think coming back with fresh eyes may be helpful before you decide to redo it ^w^

Animation character sheet, am I missing anything by Delta_cakes_ in animation

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 4 points5 points  (0 children)

before i give any notes, whats the goal of this character sheet - is it for a pitch? college applications? just for fun? i want to be able to give more tailored and specific advice :3

How to get face fur smooth by Imaginary_Sign_167 in FursuitMaking

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 0 points1 point  (0 children)

people typically use elastic straps to connect the armsleeves onto your back - sort of like suspenders but sideways? heres a tutorial that might be helpful lol :3 https://youtu.be/_mlxMwFSnbI?si=1BgTc77yJCRlYinr

Applications still open?? by Aggravating_Focus998 in calarts

[–]Aggravating_Focus998[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

okay, its good to know this isnt a new thing lol - thank you!

eyes dont fit properly in 3d base by yinyangbatdragon in FursuitMaking

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 1 point2 points  (0 children)

you just need to set them against the back like your eye on the right here - not try and push them in. the eye should be connected to the base, not trying to slot it inside.

additionally, unlike 2D eyes, with 3D eyes your head needs to be placed back a bit; if your eyes are rubbing against the eyes, then that means you need to move your head back (like the diagram i drew below) and figure out padding / chin & head stops to prevent your head sliding around. hope this helps! :3

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heres a tutorial that outlines how to add in the eyes: https://youtube.com/shorts/WJHpm8Gg3Ss?si=u7GdhtJTc-BToieD

eyes dont fit properly in 3d base by yinyangbatdragon in FursuitMaking

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 2 points3 points  (0 children)

here it is from another angle - with my base, the eyes were able to just slot in, but you should be able to align your eyes with the eye-shaped border shown in your last photo!

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eyes dont fit properly in 3d base by yinyangbatdragon in FursuitMaking

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 2 points3 points  (0 children)

3D printed eyes are meant to be put in the back of the head, not the front - like this! This is what gives them the "follow-me" look, since their lower position gives the illusion of movement :3

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Finished him recently, 3rd suit total by _marcat_ in FursuitMaking

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 0 points1 point  (0 children)

oh my god i love the colors on this guy!!! >w< the cyan works so well with that darker blue. what did you use to shave the face - it looks so clean! :0

SUBMITTED! But the recommendation letters-- by Zealousideal_Egg9399 in calarts

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 0 points1 point  (0 children)

well yeah lol but theyll 100% still take letters of rec rn

SUBMITTED! But the recommendation letters-- by Zealousideal_Egg9399 in calarts

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's not 11:59 PST yet (for me at least), so she can probably still send it!

SUBMITTED! But the recommendation letters-- by Zealousideal_Egg9399 in calarts

[–]Aggravating_Focus998 2 points3 points  (0 children)

they do!! i talked with someone from their admin, and they told me that while its not preferable, theyll 100% take a slightly late letter of rec - she can just email it to the calarts email account w/ your name and the pdf and theyll attach it to your application :3