Tea likes to draw... and stuff.

Tea And Cashews

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18 Apr 2007 at 04:20 - 1

After some thought, I figured I would start posting my art here on Guru. I chose to do this because not only will it get me some feedback, but I like getting my work out and seen. I know it's not professional quality or anything, but I'm working towards that. maybe one day I'll be one of the most commissioned artists in the Nolani Academy of Arts, and maybe I won't. Who knows. But I'm here, and so are you, so feel free to check out my work.

Guild Wars Related:
eightyfour-onesevenfive http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e2...s/Zaricopy.jpg
Nkah Sennyt http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e2...ytfinished.jpg
Shan/Sanra Contest http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e2...hancolored.jpg

Non-Guild Wars:
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e2...gs/carrot2.jpg
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e2...wings/edit.jpg

Commission Section:

As most of you know, my prices are still a little shaky. I'm aiming for around the 30-50k mark, depending on how much work/how many characters/whatever else may influence my drawings. Since I haven't done enough commissions to have my pricings set (almost) in stone, I'll most likely negotiate a fair price with you.

In line for commissions:
1. Don't Mess WithMe
2. Commander Ryker
3. Moa Bird Cultist

Waiting List:
Jeff Highwind (redo)

Waiting on Payment:

Finished + Payed:
Jeff Highwind
Nkah Sennyt
eightyfour-onesevenfive

Jeff Highwind

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R/Mo

18 Apr 2007 at 04:45 - 2

Say...do any commissions for Guild Wars cash?

Tea And Cashews

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Mo/

18 Apr 2007 at 05:00 - 3

I could do them. Like I said, I'm not very well versed in Guild Wars art yet, but I'm willing to practice.

I don't know anything about pricing or anything... so I'd have to think on that for a while.

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18 Apr 2007 at 05:08 - 4

Oooh, very nice artwork. The mesmer looks pretty realistic, and I like your cartoony style as well. Lol at the happy faces. XD

Looking forward to seeing your entry for Sectus's contest!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tea And Cashews

I could do them. Like I said, I'm not very well versed in Guild Wars art yet, but I'm willing to practice.

I don't know anything about pricing or anything... so I'd have to think on that for a while. Check out the threads of the other artists here doing commissions and the kind of prices they ask.

Generally they're priced by how much time and effort you spend on a piece, and whether it's coloured or not. For example, my own price range goes from 20k-40k (40k for a coloured piece that doesn't have a detailed background).

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Jeff Highwind

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18 Apr 2007 at 05:13 - 6

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18 Apr 2007 at 05:17 - 7

Full necro ref.

Tea And Cashews

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18 Apr 2007 at 05:18 - 8

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jeff Highwind

Well essentially it's just like drawing but we provide images to make life much easier on you.

And in terms of pricing, how does 30k sound for my idea:
Source Image
I would like you to draw this screencap of Nkah, the founder of the Guild Wars art enthusiast club, and me. Since the image is dull though I would like the Necro chick (Nkah) with a somewhat provocative look while I have a sly or suave look on mine. Background/environment/colors is up to you, and if you need more/better source images I'll pry some out of Nkah

Sound good? Sure, I'll get to it sometime tonight probably. Do you want it colored? Because if you do, it'll take longer. I'm not friends with coloring things. Lol. And I'll do my best on the facial expressions.

Well, looks like I should start setting up for commissions then. Heh.

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R/Mo

18 Apr 2007 at 05:21 - 9

Color would be nice, but you don't have to if you are uncomfortable. If you do I will be sure to pay/offer up items for your trouble.

oh and Full Ranger Reference

Tea And Cashews

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Mo/

18 Apr 2007 at 05:28 - 10

Perynne- Thanks, I'll be sure to check some others out. I've been doing some lurking, and checking things out lately, but I never got a really good feel for pricings.

Jeff- All right. I'll get on that soon.

Nkah- That will probably take longer than the others, because it took me like... five or six hours to get to that point on the drawing. :/ But I'll do it for you if you still want me to.

Jeff Highwind

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R/Mo

18 Apr 2007 at 05:42 - 11

Thanks Cashew for accepting my request. ;D

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18 Apr 2007 at 05:48 - 12

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tea And Cashews

Nkah- That will probably take longer than the others, because it took me like... five or six hours to get to that point on the drawing. :/ But I'll do it for you if you still want me to. That's fine, I'm patient. Just let me know if it'll take longer than, like, a month. <.<

Tea And Cashews

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Mo/

18 Apr 2007 at 06:06 - 13

Jeff- No problem.

Nkah- I'll let you know when I start yours. I'm probably going to want to finish Jeff's, and my contest one first. So I may not get to it for like.. a week, but other than that.. I should get it done within a few weeks, I think. If I think I'll take longer, I'll let you know.

I've never drawn under a schedule before, so everyone, please be patient.

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Mo/

18 Apr 2007 at 07:27 - 14

Well, I'm out for the night. I got your basic sketch done Jeff, if things go well, I should have it inked and be working on coloring it tomorrow night.

Good night everyone.

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18 Apr 2007 at 09:22 - 15

Oh, spot #3 is still open!? Me please!

I'll post details/references later today.

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18 Apr 2007 at 16:50 - 16

Here are some reference-shots of my Rit, Zari Bars:

I'm pretty impressed by your example #3, please go for that style with my image. also I'd like color, too, please. Pose / scenery is up to you, my only request would be to make her look sexy (that triangular piece of cloth in front of her chest (I'm sure fashion-savvy people would have a name for that) is actually semi-see-through; and if you need another set of smileys to post it here, I wouldn't mind (as long as I get a version without smileys

)).

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Mo/

18 Apr 2007 at 21:10 - 17

Okay, got the ref saved, and I added you to the list.

I'm about halfway done with Jeff's, and after that I have to finish my contest piece(s), and then I'll split my time between Nkah and you, since she's ordering one that will take longer.

Messy

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Follow the rainbow, make a left and voila

Guildless

18 Apr 2007 at 21:15 - 18

ohhh am I 4?

jumping right in. These are 3 of my characters, if you decide to do a commission, pick whoever you want. I would prefer style #3, but again... your call.

Warrior:
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a65...hilles_ALL.jpg

Ritualist
http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a65...Twinky_ALL.jpg

Ranger:

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a65...s_allsides.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a65...ess_Withme.jpg

http://i9.photobucket.com/albums/a65...ufalo_Wing.jpg

Take care!!

Commander Ryker

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18 Apr 2007 at 21:27 - 19

Ok, jumping in line here. I like the style on the middle drawing (#2)on your original post.

Here's some of my ranger and his loyal lynx, Orson.

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a2...yker/Orson.jpg

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a2...r_allviews.jpg

http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a2...er_Snow_Jr.jpg

Tea And Cashews

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Mo/

20 Apr 2007 at 04:33 - 20

Sorry I wasn't here earlier guys. Some mix ups in the selling forum got be banned for a day. :/ I was a little confused..

Anywho, I'm almost done with Jeff's. And my contest picture is well on it's way as well. So hopefully things will get rolling soon!

Oh, I added you two onto the waiting list.

Jeff Highwind

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R/Mo

20 Apr 2007 at 06:22 - 21

Danke Cashewy, can we get a preview or are you really near completion?

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20 Apr 2007 at 15:36 - 22

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tea And Cashews

You two means Mess and me? If so.....WOOT!! Thanks. <doing the happy dance> I can't wait.

Moa Bird Cultist

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E/W

20 Apr 2007 at 16:02 - 23

I shall mostly be edging onto said waiting list too

I'm not sure who I want drawn yet, so I'll update later. But I'm digging style number one, so it'll probably be in that style

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21 Apr 2007 at 00:08 - 24

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nkah Sennyt

[-Reserved Spot-]

Alright. If you're willing to take commissions, I'd like one in the style of your mesmer contest entry, with my ele. I'd love it to be in the mood of like a harem girl [possible ref]. Background not necessary. Color preferred. Throw me a bill. <3 i loved that drawing, who did the sketch? im so tempted to re-trace that i mean if the author gives me permission GIMME GIMEE pretty please :3

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21 Apr 2007 at 00:36 - 25

Babaroga, from this very forum.

Tea And Cashews

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Mo/

21 Apr 2007 at 06:43 - 26

Jeff, you're commission is done!
Sorry about the wait. I had work, and I've been apartment searching. :/

I hope you like it. Sorry the coloring is kinda sub-par. :/ I effed my hand up at work today. Smacking your hand against a 235F hot case is NOT a good idea... (Note: Do NOT work in a deli.)

My IGN is Tea and Cashews

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Mo/

21 Apr 2007 at 06:45 - 27

Ooookay. Now I'm onto Nkah's, and finishing my contest drawing. I might put up a scan of that tonight, just for kicks.

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21 Apr 2007 at 06:47 - 28

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moa Bird Cultist

I shall mostly be edging onto said waiting list too

I'm not sure who I want drawn yet, so I'll update later. But I'm digging style number one, so it'll probably be in that style

I'll put you on the waiting list. Just be sure to decide relatively soon! Don't want to get to your turn and not know what do draw. Lol.

Jeff Highwind

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R/Mo

21 Apr 2007 at 06:53 - 29

Alright, I'll be sure to catch you in game Cashews.

Tea And Cashews

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Mo/

21 Apr 2007 at 07:08 - 30

Sure thing. I'll be on most of today/tomorrow, depending on where you are.

And if anyone wanted to see it:

Tea And Cashews

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24 Apr 2007 at 07:29 - 31

Starting on Nkah's as we speak, and I have some ideas for uhm.. the person with numbers for a name. ^^; I can't remember atm.

You guys are challenging me. I don't usually do 'sexy' lol. I guess that's what I get for being female, and not into women. /shrug.

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24 Apr 2007 at 09:51 - 32

Nkah- I'll have your picture done by tomorrow. Been working on it for a few hours now (about 3hrs straight O.o) and I've just got some finishing touches to put on it. I got kind of excited that I found a good pose for once. ^^

PM me in-game or on the forums here about pricing. I don't wanna have to negotiate in front of people. Some people don't like that.

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24 Apr 2007 at 14:03 - 33

Well, I thought about it, thought; "It's about time I got a commission of someone other than Ren," thought about it some more and then decided on Ren anyway

So here's her ref pic:

As for style and pose, I'd like a mix of 2 styles of your choice. Also, I'd like her in a very dramatic* pose if possible pls

*read: shouty, commander-ish pose

p.s: Sorry I took a while to get back to ya - I was away all weekend. Anyway, cheers, Tea

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26 Apr 2007 at 04:43 - 34

Sure thing.

I'll get on that soon.

Probably won't be doing much tonight, because I just got a root canal done... .aaaaand I'm heavily drugged.... aaaand I don't think I could focus enough to do one.

Oh, Nkah, I'm scanning your picture like.. in ten minutes or so.

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26 Apr 2007 at 05:00 - 35

I'll PM you once I've seen the piece is that's okay. >.>

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26 Apr 2007 at 05:13 - 36

There you go. Hope you like it.

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26 Apr 2007 at 05:22 - 37

Oh well done. I am actually kinda jealous.

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26 Apr 2007 at 05:40 - 39

Gonna watch a movie now. Nkah, feel free to PM me when you have time, or leave a message here, whichever you prefer.

I'll be on GW in about 2-2.5 hours.

Jeff Highwind

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26 Apr 2007 at 06:18 - 40

Quote:

Originally Posted by Tea And Cashews

Jeff-

I can redo yours when I have time if you'd like. :/
I'm sorry about the quality of yours, I got a little intimidated by doing art for other people, since I've never done it before.
I dunno, I wasn't very happy with the outcome either. I didn't really know what to do with it, so I just copied the pose you had. Also.. I have a hard time drawing men. Heh.

So yeah, I can make you a new one when I get a break in my work if you'd want that. If it helps, I highly recommend taking your time when doing your works. I would've gladly waited while you recovered from your arm injury, so you diddn't have to rush it. Art buyers are a patient lot, so don't worry about people egging you on to hurry up; and if they do tell them that rushing art will result in a crash and burn.

And when you get the time, feel free to redo it.