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I tried hard not to change the original style because there really wasn't all that much wrong with it.

To summarize some key points:

-Concentrate on making your limbs equal widths and lengths.

-Don't give in to the temptation to add wrinkles everywhere. I suffer from this too personally, just use the eraser tool ^^

-Make sure you pick a consistent light source when shading and try not to rely on blurred shadows-- they work best for soft curves and if you try to use them for the sharp angle of the bottom of that skirt or the wrinkles, it confuses the viewer.

That's about it
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CappuTea [2011-01-16 01:28:32 +0000 UTC]

You have no idea how happy I am someone finally corrected something of mine! xD! This helps out a LOT, so I really thank you very much for this!
My main struggle is folds and making the body not look so stiff. Are there any tips you could suggest to help with these?
Once again, thank you so much for this!!!

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sillyapple In reply to CappuTea [2011-01-16 03:09:41 +0000 UTC]

Oh yay

The only main things I can recommend is to always draw the body first before adding clothes. That way, when you draw folds, you can see where something would crease. And actually, try to avoid drawing "little" wrinkles--only concentrate on big ones.

As for stiffness, during the sketching stage, move body parts around at different angles using the transform tools and so on so you can practice getting a feel for what seems "right." The more you see before-and-afters, after a while you'll get it right the first time

These are all things I did personally and I still do them... so hopefully they help you too

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Maiumaora [2011-01-14 23:33:16 +0000 UTC]

Awesome e__e
I could learn from your improvement making.
My improvements suck, because I am lazy OTL

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sillyapple In reply to Maiumaora [2011-01-15 01:08:49 +0000 UTC]

Haha, thanks XD

I just think this way is easier

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Torheit-Skadi [2011-01-14 22:44:34 +0000 UTC]

Really awesome job *_*
I love how a little change in pose can change the complete drawing. Nice coloring-tips

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MercyMurrain [2011-01-14 22:33:54 +0000 UTC]

This is the first time i've seen this done, and I have to say it's really interest. Its helpful for both the artist and the critic but those who view it. It really allows people to see where improvements are needed. Its just so lovely.

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sillyapple In reply to MercyMurrain [2011-01-15 01:09:02 +0000 UTC]

Oh thank you

That makes me really happy to hear <3

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