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Published: 2018-03-01 18:41:56 +0000 UTC; Views: 2880; Favourites: 230; Downloads: 9
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Description STOP Please don't fave unless you actually like it (not as a thanks). Thank you~ uvu
Ello, my love~  
Your featured song shall be Scarborough Fair by Sarah Brightman, who is, in my own humble opinion, the queen of all music~ [link]  




    So as you all probably know from my excessive venting, I've been feeling ... well, not so much myself as of late. I have been feeling my art to be under attack from several sources ... and I was tempted to quit drawing for a few weeks. (sounds short to you all, perhaps, but I can barely go 3 days without drawing. ><)

    Anyway I felt like to push past this, and not let it become a case of the dreaded artblock, I had to draw. To draw something, anything. So rather than choosing my own OC or something for someone else, because those would make me feel nervous and like it had to be perfect so as to avert judgment (even fanart from a poll may ensure too much judgment), I just chose I character I liked and drew them. Megara from Hercules came to mind - that wonderful and badass lady who I've actually always looked up to lol >w< I really like her design always, and had a lot of fun emulating the art style of the movie in my own style.
    I did use some references for anatomy but obviously copied nothing. For her pose I was inspired by the official artwork for this character.

    I feel Meg fits quite well in my style, and I also chose her to get in some practice and inspiration with Greek designs so I may soon work on Wisteria (she is based on the Oracle of Delphi). I love how purple it turned out X'D and I really envy Meg's hair. She honestly reminds me a bit of my Aileen~
    One "mistake" I've noticed is that her head appear big, but I assure you this is an illusion. I did careful measuring and used references; I believe it's her hair. However, if you notice any other anatomy mistakes, please do not hesitate to give me a polite critique. I am here to improve after all. . . Though I do feel like I've been getting better as of late.  Her left (on the right) forarm is quite skinny though, and it's honestly bothering me a lot ... 

Um ... btw, the reason for the scratches is thus: um, some pretty violent things happen in the movie, so ... and with my art style, I go for a whimsical yet dark sort of vibe, and everyone ends up with minor guro >w<







Lineart: This got so many faves even though it's just a scrap, lol~ Tysm everyone ;w;




Previous work:  Romashka finally has a story; I'm so happy X'D



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SeasideDreamer 's art just has this wonderful, romantic and atmospheric feeling to a degree I have never seen anywhere else. I love the dynamism in her works, and how dreamy the colour choices and flow are~ Please take a look at her page; I can assure you will find inspiration there! And she is also very sweet and kind ~    




Thank you so much for coming!   

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to ??? [2019-05-28 01:03:31 +0000 UTC]

I can make a tutorial if you want! <3 And thank you, you're really sweet to say that, but you draw (And design) clothing so well

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Kafka-Cosmonaut In reply to SpicecreamSundae [2019-05-28 01:07:17 +0000 UTC]

That would be awesome; I'd love that tutorial~!! And thanks, that means a lot coming from the clothing-design-master~

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BoyDreams [2019-03-18 16:06:43 +0000 UTC]

A very lovable Meg. (:

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to BoyDreams [2019-03-18 16:22:19 +0000 UTC]

Thank you, dear ;v;

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ARTificialphanTOM [2018-12-27 00:46:00 +0000 UTC]

This looks very sultry. Great work.

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to ARTificialphanTOM [2018-12-27 00:49:46 +0000 UTC]

Thank you <3

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LuckyNumber113 [2018-08-15 18:23:01 +0000 UTC]

She looks really pretty!  Meg was always one of my top favorite Disney heroines.

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nikolas-213 [2018-06-20 04:30:54 +0000 UTC]

She looks really great!!

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kiborgalexic [2018-06-19 17:37:58 +0000 UTC]

Great work!

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Adayka [2018-05-23 19:34:01 +0000 UTC]

ohh megara ^_^... very cute :>... i like the shading and the way how you draw the hair ^v^

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to Adayka [2018-05-26 21:57:45 +0000 UTC]

Aaa thank you so much, dear

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FilmmakerJ [2018-05-08 17:32:21 +0000 UTC]

Looking at the work you shared on my critique thread, I get the sense you like to rough up your characters a bit. They tend to have cuts and scars. From what you say in the description here, you added them specifically based on what happened to her in the film, whereas I think on your drawing of Aladdin, he didn't have any cuts or scars, at least none that we could see.

 

A dark approach to art like this is an interesting one. Not for everyone, but I like it well enough. I'm also rather curious about the use of tiny flowers around the boarder. Those can't be easy to draw by hand If they are. Although if they are drawn digitally using a randomized brush, I commend you for creating a brush that looks authentic.

 

You've done a beautiful job recreating Megara here. The body is well-posed. Excellent attention to proportion. The folds in the dress are a bit numerous, but thankfully they do seem to have a flow to them that all start and end somewhere; so none of the folds are free-floating. I like your use of thick and thin lines, you have a good control over your pens, especially where hatching is concerned. And I absolutely adore how you've drawn her hair. So many many strands and curls, that must have took hours to fully sketch and ink.

 

What do you use to color these? Is it all pencils with marker for the boarder?

 

The only real critique I can give for an area of improvement is perhaps you could consider presenting these drawings slightly differently. What I mean by that is that this particular drawing seems to cut off the sketch right along the top of the hair, and along her feet and the bottom of the dress. Does the rest of the drawing exist somewhere? If so, why cut off those areas when posting it to DevArt?

 

If you always draw these characters with their full bodies, I think you should start posting slightly bigger canvases with the full character placed in the center, perhaps with about an inch or so of space between them and the edge of the canvas. I would also skip the black stroked boarder. I'm speaking entirely of what you do with the sketch once you digitize it. And then you should also include some sort of signature or personal stamp in one of the four corners of the picture. Presentation is a big part of what can make any art look greater than it already is, and I think these changes would benefit your work.

 

Love what you do. And thank you so much for sharing with the thread.

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AverageGuardLucas [2018-03-27 15:40:14 +0000 UTC]

This is perfect in your style

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to AverageGuardLucas [2018-03-28 01:16:43 +0000 UTC]

That means a lot, thank you! I have always loved her <3

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RobertTetraman [2018-03-24 00:25:29 +0000 UTC]

Wow this has style and love the expresion

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to RobertTetraman [2018-03-27 04:22:01 +0000 UTC]

Aaah thank you!! >w<

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LuciieSpirit [2018-03-09 22:15:16 +0000 UTC]

I love this!! <3

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to LuciieSpirit [2018-03-12 22:12:45 +0000 UTC]

Aaah thank you!  

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pandalamaa [2018-03-09 13:51:46 +0000 UTC]

Oh my goodness I adore this Meg looks absolutely stunning in your style! My goodness her hair is fantastic!

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to pandalamaa [2018-03-12 22:12:30 +0000 UTC]

Asodifjsogfijfgio thank you so, so much Indeed, her hair was fun to draw~

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terraaremar [2018-03-08 06:08:48 +0000 UTC]

She looks as she is gona say out Loud she is in Love ^^ your fanarts are just wonderfull ♡

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to terraaremar [2018-03-12 22:12:13 +0000 UTC]

Hehehe thank you so much  

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terraaremar In reply to SpicecreamSundae [2018-03-13 04:53:03 +0000 UTC]

Youre very welcome !!

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KiaKamill [2018-03-06 00:29:33 +0000 UTC]

Just commenting to say I actually do like your art and I'm not faving it just cause you did some of mine o.o
I don't want you to think I was like doing it as thanks cause I don't really do that o.o nor follow people because of that either

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to KiaKamill [2018-03-06 00:31:48 +0000 UTC]

Hello! ^^

No worries, I didn't think you were doing that~ I'm glad to know you don't because it's a little irresponsible. Thank you so much for watching me, I really appreciate it

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KiaKamill In reply to SpicecreamSundae [2018-03-06 00:33:18 +0000 UTC]

Ok cool and no problem

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P-INKBLISS [2018-03-05 09:04:44 +0000 UTC]

she's one of my fav disney women and looks totally adorable in your style! *v* I really enjoey it to look at her hair. the texture is amazing <3

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to P-INKBLISS [2018-03-12 22:11:36 +0000 UTC]

Oh my goodness, that means so much, thank you!! And I totally agree about Meg <3

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P-INKBLISS In reply to SpicecreamSundae [2018-03-13 09:01:15 +0000 UTC]

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artiste-reveur [2018-03-04 21:48:30 +0000 UTC]

I love how you drew her! She's immediately recognizable but still obviously drawn by you. I really love the extra details you've added, too. Beautiful! (Sorry to hear that you've been having a hard time from some harsh art critics...that's never fun to deal with.)

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to artiste-reveur [2018-03-04 21:51:35 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate your words since that's what I usually aim for with fanart

(aah yes  ... but I think it's helped me in one way; to push past it and become more confident ^ ^; )

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J-laura [2018-03-04 21:40:40 +0000 UTC]

Whoah I haven't thought about her. She fits your style so much Honestly I like your drawing better than her in the movie ^^' You made her a lot prettier

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to J-laura [2018-03-04 21:41:48 +0000 UTC]

Aaah thank you so much! I really loved her long flowing hair and elegant dress and she was fun to draw. ^_^

I want to start branching out with fanart but I can't seem to get away from Disney haha.  

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J-laura In reply to SpicecreamSundae [2018-03-04 22:03:22 +0000 UTC]

You are very welcome, my dear^^

Ahh then I'm really curious about your works ^^ Disney is a good choice

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Triachi [2018-03-04 16:41:10 +0000 UTC]

As beautiful as always! And the way you color is just amazing!!!

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Rubymoon-Faith [2018-03-04 00:53:02 +0000 UTC]

OMG! I love Megara so much! She's one of my favorite characters from Disney's movies!

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to Rubymoon-Faith [2018-03-04 00:53:47 +0000 UTC]

Aaahh same! <33 She's such a strong and elegant woman~ I'm glad I could make you happy with this ^^

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NicholasKnight [2018-03-03 21:51:46 +0000 UTC]

Just stunning! Great pose and amazing details!

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SelflessDevotions [2018-03-03 18:51:50 +0000 UTC]

Very beautiful!

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Pam-bOo [2018-03-03 05:11:31 +0000 UTC]

Ahh!! I feel this character it fits your style so much!! she looks gorgeous!! <3

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SeinaKimura [2018-03-03 03:55:41 +0000 UTC]

Amazing Job!! If You Ever Get The Chance Could You Do Giselle From Enchanted? I'd Love To See Her In Your Style

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DepressoDad [2018-03-02 22:29:58 +0000 UTC]

I really like the hairstyle on this one!!

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alrun-art [2018-03-02 10:10:26 +0000 UTC]

Wow she looks so beautiful! I adore how you drew the dress!

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to alrun-art [2018-03-02 16:56:22 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! It means a lot from you~

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Shesvii [2018-03-02 09:00:51 +0000 UTC]

I love the colours and her smile! You drew a great expression for her.

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to Shesvii [2018-03-02 16:56:06 +0000 UTC]

Thank you so much! Yes, she tends to make the best faces, so I had a lot of fun   

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Shesvii In reply to SpicecreamSundae [2018-03-02 17:12:00 +0000 UTC]

You're always welcome!
I have always liked her.

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MikitaMiridoka [2018-03-02 03:02:00 +0000 UTC]

This is so lovely, I honestly like Megara the most in Disney. Aside Mulan.

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SpicecreamSundae In reply to MikitaMiridoka [2018-03-02 16:55:41 +0000 UTC]

Same, I like her, Mulan and Jasmine the most Thank you so much!  

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MikitaMiridoka In reply to SpicecreamSundae [2018-03-03 15:14:11 +0000 UTC]

You're welcome! <3

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