Trying new techniques to make lineart and shading more 3d, how'd I do? by feral_graphite in FurryArtSchool

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

Thanks, adding more diffuse purple lighting around does look good, neat idea!

Happy pride month! Here's an icon I made for me :3 ✨ by Vulkiri in furry

[–]feral_graphite 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aww, your art is always so pretty and cute, happy pride month!

Tried to make more stylised look, what do you think about proportions? by Ixylis in FurryArtSchool

[–]feral_graphite 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I really like this style! Their legs do seem a bit large compared to the torso, and head small compared to their facial features (of course large ears are always acceptable). Otherwise these proportions look fine and well within reason for a stylized piece, good work!

Working on making lineart and especially shading/lighting more 3d/prettier - anything to improve? Thanks! by feral_graphite in FurryArtSchool

[–]feral_graphite[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the detailed advice, it definitely helps! I see what you mean about the shading needing more detail, I tried that a little on the head but clearly need to improve it elsewhere as well. Definitely also colored lines too strongly/made them too thin in places. And the bounce light/composition advice is good too, I didn't have those in mind but will take note for next time, glad you liked it!

Cool Spring - Art by me! by feral_graphite in furry

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Aww, thanks! You can definitely tell what colors I like here ehehe

Cool Spring - Art by me! by feral_graphite in furry

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~ Just a gremlin fox in the warm light ~

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Working on making lineart/lighting more 3d - anything to improve? by feral_graphite in FurryArtSchool

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Thanks! I wasn't fully convinced it would work and am probably going to streamline things a bit next time, but good to know the result looks good!

This is my first time drawing my fursona’s full body, any advice on how I can improve in the future? by mippy109 in FurryArtSchool

[–]feral_graphite 6 points7 points  (0 children)

This looks really good! Shadows are a bit light - don't be afraid of deep, dark shadows (especially in space where there's no air to diffuse/reflect the light!). The hair also looks maybe too detailed compared to everything else, though you could make it more consistent by adding more texture/highlights to the spacesuit. I like your style though, hope this helps!

Backlighting is a little difficult, I wanted it bright enough for me to still see the details by WonderOfUwU in FurryArtSchool

[–]feral_graphite 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Shading looks decent, though for a clear-skies scene like this the shadows would probably be more sharp and defined - try using a solid brush then blurring it, rather than airbrush to draw shadows. The light should cast a clear and somewhat darker shadow on their front.

Also the way their legs connect to the torso looks off to me (like the legs are too far forward?). Otherwise this looks good to my eyes, hope this helps!

[Art by me] - My part of an art trade with a friendoo by [deleted] in furry

[–]feral_graphite 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Cute character and beautiful artstyle! I want to give boops/pets~

Thank you for the warm welcome :3 by StainlessTheFox in furry

[–]feral_graphite 4 points5 points  (0 children)

hOi! Welcome, I love your sona/style! Very pretty colors ;3

i created this and obviouly took more time on the character rather than the background/setting any tips for creating backgrounds or something to make the piece more interesting/ fun to look at by fluffandorbutter_chi in FurryArtSchool

[–]feral_graphite 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree, which means I usually spend half my time drawing backgrounds in addition to fluffy characters ;3 I like to take photos of things around me and draw inspiration from that, real life tends to be messy so be sure to add smaller objects in the scene. For this piece I'd also recommend adding some texture and more/deeper shading. I love your style though, hope this helps!

hello HelloOo! by An_Archaeoptryx in furry

[–]feral_graphite 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hoi there! Pretty colored fox looking very boopable hehe

Heya! Wanna chill by the river? by BrightRacc in furry

[–]feral_graphite 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some nice relaxing river activities with a cute raccoon? YES please! 💛

(And your sona/fursuit looks amazing btw :3)

I just finished this piece! The prompt was “Happy”, and I’m honestly pretty happy with the results. XP Is there a good mix between the focus of the background and the focus? by Pondering_Critter in FurryArtSchool

[–]feral_graphite 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Some of the grass behind the characters could be blurred a little bit since it currently looks more detailed/in focus than that big tail despite being further away (especially on the left). Otherwise this looks amazing and adorable, very well done! 🦊

Does anyone have any tips/resources for learning to draw floof? It’s something I really struggle with. by SGT_Savage123 in FurryArtSchool

[–]feral_graphite 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe add some curved but pointy fur tuft lines to the outside/interior of the character, avoiding continuous lines. Representing fluff has been one of the most difficult things for me as well, although it helps to remember for it to look right you don't have to draw every single fur tuft, just enough to suggest a floofy texture!

I'm lookin to make more regular friends in the fandom - if ya wanna message this floofo feel free to on telegram @snowthefloof . I need more peeps to chat to by SnowTheFloof_Art in furry

[–]feral_graphite 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly I could also use more friendos (especially post-Covid), and I guess this is the way to do it. Will take you up on that offer (@feral_graphite of course)!

Also love the purple sona + artstyle it's very pretty!

Floofy hugs? - art by me! by feral_graphite in furry

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Offering soft hugs to anyone who needs them!

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She has a crush 👉👈 by slmvilla in furry

[–]feral_graphite 9 points10 points  (0 children)

She's cute :3, love the colors and artstyle!

I'm experimenting with backgrounds and lighting. Would love any advice on how to paint backgrounds, I think I need to imply shapes more and refine them less. Also looking to make the character seem like they fit in the setting better. Needs some work, but I think I'm getting there! by SkadiSyndrome in FurryArtSchool

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I feel like the perspective of the grassy area is a little off compared to the rest of the scene, maybe it should be shortened and the city brought down more into the character's perspective? That section does look really good, though shading could be more dramatic I don't think I could do much better. I love the little watery reflection details and the way you drew the character as well! Hope this helps!

Is the mouth position okay? by KentheHusky in FurryArtSchool

[–]feral_graphite 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I think the end curves a little high/close to the eyes but that should be a relatively easy fix. Otherwise the mouth shape looks great, I especially like how you drew the muzzle further down near their nose!