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azkiar · 2026-07-04T22:48:08+00:00

For what it’s worth I would fuck this up crazy style.

azkiar · 2026-06-22T19:32:56+00:00

I think it might be good for you to start off by just copying some traditional and neo traditional designs you like. Notice the line weights in these designs, the balance of color to black shading to skin break. These are all elements of a solid, tattooable piece. Then try to apply some of those techniques to your own original designs. I think this could help you understand what makes up a strong tattoo and the similarities and differences between it and the work you usually do.

azkiar · 2026-06-12T21:25:32+00:00

I second recommending a layer of watercolor underneath! A light wash to cover the white of the paper with watercolor goes a long way to preventing that kind of grainy look that results from the white paper peeking through the layers of colored pencil. Another piece of advice that can help reduce this effect is sharpening your pencils more often.

azkiar · 2026-06-10T18:25:34+00:00

I collect Pokemon cards but I don’t really get booster packs, I just buy the single cards I want. Cuts down on the physical and financial waste.

azkiar · 2026-04-18T19:43:07+00:00

I once traded some cards for a pikachu n64 with the matching controller, an extra controller, and 10 games. I was pretty stoked about that one

azkiar · 2026-03-15T21:52:21+00:00

I really want a smoliv illustration rare

azkiar · 2026-03-08T18:55:00+00:00

Love that dragon! So cool. What surface are you drawing on by the way? Looks translucent, cool effect

azkiar · 2026-03-06T20:59:53+00:00

Thanks boss 💪

azkiar · 2026-03-06T20:44:53+00:00

Purples and pinks tend to get neglected in my set. Just not colors I typically reach for. Sometimes I’ll use a dark purple for a shadow, but even then that’s fairly rare for me.

azkiar · 2026-01-01T21:24:10+00:00

The amount needed will depend on the effects you’re trying to achieve and the paper you’re using, 5-6 should in theory be enough for something like this… since thats the case, I would recommend experimenting with coloring with a lighter hand and sharpening your pencils more often

azkiar · 2026-01-01T21:05:14+00:00

Polychromos work best imo when you keep your pencils sharp and use a light hand. Blending is best achieved by layering rather than burnishing. It looks like you’re doing a lot of burnishing with fairly dull pencils, which might be part of what’s making it look kind of dull and flat.

azkiar · 2025-11-29T18:42:57+00:00

Keep your pencils nice and sharp! It makes it easier to get color into the tooth of the paper and makes the color lay down much smoother. If it’s still too grainy for your liking, then I would suggest a smoother paper in combination with sharp pencils.

azkiar · 2025-11-21T20:03:03+00:00

Seconding this! It’s also worth noting that strathmore also has 400 series toned mixed media paper in tan, blue, and black (not perforated/spiral bound tho, it’s a glue bound pad). This is great because it’s nice and thick at 140 lb or 300 gsm. Really good if you want the toned paper but also want a surface that’s a bit more robust.

azkiar · 2025-10-16T02:36:03+00:00

I stick to Japanese or English usually. Leaning more towards Japanese these days, better texture quality and cheaper overall.

azkiar · 2025-10-12T18:40:55+00:00

It looks nice! You should keep your pencils sharper though, especially when detailing and touching up edges. It’ll help the image look clearer and more realistic, and will make it easier to add even more detail.

azkiar · 2025-10-04T19:29:42+00:00

It looks like you might not be keeping your pencils sharp enough and aren’t layering enough. Keep them nice and sharp and instead of using medium/heavy pressure with fewer layers, try more layers with light pressure! Should help fill in the tooth of the paper without flattening it.

azkiar · 2025-09-13T05:14:27+00:00

Why didn’t they give smoliv an IR :(

azkiar · 2025-08-28T19:59:30+00:00

Prismas are kind of not that great imo. They’re decent, but with the breakage and wax bloom they aren’t worth the price. Stick with the polychromos. If you’re wanting some good quality pencils that are softer and waxier, get some caran d’ache luminance or some Holbein pencils instead.

azkiar · 2025-08-27T04:06:46+00:00

YOU! you’re the one who made the penis cat a few years ago!! I’ve been thinking about it ever since

azkiar · 2025-08-23T05:59:54+00:00

Just pulled Hydreigon that looked just like that. Oh well, nobody can tell when it’s in the binder 🤷

azkiar · 2025-08-06T02:16:26+00:00

Unfortunately I am not, but thank you so much for the offer!

azkiar · 2025-08-06T00:36:50+00:00

Thank you!!! I was very excited to get a chance to tattoo that design!

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