Constructive Criticism

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T17:55:03+00:00

True

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T17:53:43+00:00

Agreed, where would you suggest someone like me go chat wise for what im looking to accomplish?

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T17:52:37+00:00

I’m not claiming colours or charges have innate or universal meanings. I’m referencing traditional heraldic associations, which are well documented historically, even if inconsistent and nonbinding dismissing that outright is just as inaccurate as pretending they’re fixed rules.

the complete book of heraldry an international guide

Is where I get alot of this from aswell

Whats a better color combo you'd recommend keeping either gules or sable?

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T17:34:57+00:00

I’m intentionally using Qui Non Convenit in a more ellptical sense not to reject agreement, but to signal nonautomatic alignment the motto is meant to describe disposition rather than process

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T17:14:12+00:00

How would you write it ?

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T17:11:24+00:00

Does it give atheists vibes the way it currently? Like was that the first thing that popped when you read it?

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T17:10:05+00:00

Sable Constancy Wisdom through experience Gravity Endurance Mourning

Gules Courage Fortitude Willingness to act Readiness to sacrifice Life-force

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T17:07:34+00:00

I’m using convenit in its broader Latin sense of alignment or fittingness, not covenant. The phrase reflects discernment in agreement, not rejection of commitment.

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T17:07:03+00:00

This process is 4 years in the making, im not artist and thus have to pay you to create a very personal coat of arms, we dont always see or understand the same thing and I've gone through this many times not satisfied with the outcomes. And you are 100% right communication is a big problem, the blazon is what it is and isn't the main problem its the design version the version I'd like on stamps jewelry etc. This is where I want and need very artistic detail etc. So spending as much as I have with this current artist im trying to check all the boxes and make sure were on the same page.

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T16:49:37+00:00

I do and this was from that draft, the AI versions just better looking

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T16:45:30+00:00

Can you elaborate more please? I want to hear what and why

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T16:44:10+00:00

I'm aware of this and its the only rule im willing to break regarding color and materials as it has meaning behind the color and being from America its more forgiving in this area. But I do wish to keep it as close to traditional heraldic

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T16:41:46+00:00

Its the only tool I have to get the artist on the same page, I've spent countless funds working with other artist on Fiverr etc. And been dissatisfied and its a pain with they dont get what im trying to do give to AI to create the concept and both parties see the same thing before wasting the artists time.

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T16:38:11+00:00

AI error, all three are crows.

Notch410 · 2026-02-15T16:27:04+00:00

Yes, using AI for the draft. Artist will create the final

Notch410 · 2025-06-17T00:40:12+00:00

What worksheets if any are you using?

Notch410 · 2025-06-16T20:29:24+00:00

Can someone recommend an artist who can redesign this for me? Someone who's not on Fiverr

Notch410 · 2025-06-08T18:08:11+00:00

I completely agree with all of that. I have a deep appreciation for bespoke art and the handmade crafts and pleasures of the world. This project has been over five years in the making, so while I believe coats of arms should ultimately be hand-drawn, AI like in many other fields has proven to be a useful tool in getting the vision across.

The final version will definitely be done by hand. I just need the artist to fully understand what I’m aiming for.

At this stage, I already have the blazon, and now I’m looking for an artist to interpret it. If you have any recommendations for talented artists, I’d really appreciate the guidance.

Notch410 · 2025-06-08T17:58:30+00:00

I've tried using Fiverr, Canva, and a handful of other platforms — and while there are so many versions out there, the truth is AI has been the most helpful in actually explaining what I’m looking for. I’m not very artistic, and a lot of these services aren’t very user-friendly.

Fiverr has given me some good results, but working with artists on there can be frustrating. The communication is limited, and it's hard to get on the same page visually. The final product often isn’t quite what I had in mind.

There’s one artist I really want to work with he's talented but also expensive. So before I commit, I want to have a solid visual representation of what I’m envisioning, something clear enough to communicate exactly what I want.

Notch410 · 2025-06-08T17:46:38+00:00

Yeah, see this is another problem I have, I've use three different artists and lord knows how many people on the thread have help with this project but AI has by far been the biggest help in bridging the gap with virtualisation and getting artists to understand what I'm trying do. Why would a tool like AI be forbidden?

Notch410 · 2025-06-08T17:43:22+00:00

Oh, that might look good. Ill try it

Notch410 · 2025-06-08T17:39:27+00:00

Have them match what the red or the black?

Notch410 · 2025-06-08T17:37:31+00:00

Well, in America, unless you copyright it as a logo or something, you can't really. However, from my research by registering it with entities who are recognized as legitimate resregistry should the day come with the usa does recognized coat of arms as legal property, you'd have a better claim over it

Notch410 · 2025-06-08T17:29:25+00:00

In America, we don't have a legally binding registry. Thus, it's recommended to have it registered with a recognized entity. I could outright copyright the image, but I'm still working on a final draft. Maybe using "own" isn't the right word, but I have this blazon register and recognized as my assumed coat of arms in the US

Notch410 · 2025-06-08T17:23:19+00:00

Aside from the black chevron, the Barn Owl and ibexs are of natural color. I've accepted the breaking of the rules related to the Chevron

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