feardeer

[image] There was no reason for me to draw this big ol' mess, but I couldn't seem to focus on anything else until I got it out of my system!

Jan 17, '20

Tapas recommendations thread

These are pretty popular, so maybe you've already read them, but they're what came to mind:

Jan 17, '20

What do you talk about with your parents? (+poll)

We talk about lots of things, but they're shallow, lighthearted conversations for the most part. Never anything personal or deep. Though I may have talked to her about that sort of thing some years ago, the trust and comfort level isn't really there anymore. Sucks, but it is what it is.

Jan 15, '20

What do you guys look for in an unpaid collaboration

I'm generally wary of doing an unpaid collab with someone who isn't already a friend or familiar aquaintance. If I'm not getting paid, I need to know with some degree of certainty that we'd get along well. If it's something small enough and largely independent, like a zine or anthology, this rule do…

Jan 15, '20

What is Your Favorite Romance Comic/Novel Right Now?

On Tapas: Outside of Tapas: Novae This is Not Fiction - I love all of these comics so much, can't possibly narrow it down to just one.

Jan 15, '20

Post the Latest Thing You Drew

They sure are! Thanks a bunch!

Jan 15, '20

Post the Latest Thing You Drew

[image] It's not perfect, but I'm still pretty proud of this piece. Also it's my first personal illustration of the new year! Technically I started it in December, but didn't have time to work on it again till today.

Jan 10, '20

The watercooler: a place to chat

Just applied for the Helioscope mentorship program for the second time. I'm not confident about getting accepted, but I still gotta try. Please send some luck my way, ya'll

Jan 10, '20

Post Your Latest Page January 2020

Trying out colored pages for a while. It takes so looong for such a simple coloring style. [image]

Jan 6, '20

Post the Latest Thing You Drew

So good to hear you're getting back into drawing! I love your artwork. Take it easy and just try to enjoy the process~

Jan 4, '20

Let's chat about AUs

AUs are a lot of fun though, so I definitely see the appeal! It's a comic! There's about 10 pages up already, and I'll be adding new pages every time the support goal is hit. I don't get tips often, so it's very low pressure lol.

Jan 4, '20

Let's chat about AUs

I generally try to resist the draw of AUs, since I already have too many original stories kicking around that I'd like to work on. That said, I did start up a Magical Boy AU for Underworld Engine as a support goal/2-year anniversary reward. It was the AU that readers voted for. I think the other …

Jan 2, '20

Where is everybody (in the world, that is)?

Washington, USA. Just across the river from Portland. It's a pretty nice area aesthetically, though I don't want to remain here permanently.

Jan 2, '20

What does your username mean?

I was actually trying to come up with a handle for a spicy art twitter a little while ago, so thank you for your contribution lol

Jan 1, '20

2019 Secret Santa Reveals!

I'd love to have mine sent over as well!

Jan 1, '20

What does your username mean?

The very uninteresting backstory to my current pseudonym involves a lot of brainstorming to replace a previous name (inkbleat). Basically I like horror, I'm very scared, and deer are neat. So, feardeer. Also, it rhymes.

Dec 31, '19

Lets try this again: Would you read a comic that looks like this? (+Promo comics with unique style)

I can't say for sure if I'd read it, but I'd certainly give it a look. I wholeheartedly welcome more unique styles and techniques in webcomics.

Dec 19, '19

What no longer serves you?

Perfectly clean line art. Goodbye. I've been gradually embracing looser, sketchier lines and plan to focus more on fluidity and expression than neatness. I might change my mind someday, but I feel this is the right move for now.

Dec 19, '19

A comic with art so good that you don't care about the story?

There's no artist skilled enough to make me read their comic if the story isn't doing it for me. There are a handful of artists I've admired and followed for years who have webcomics, but try as I might, I can't enjoy them. I love their artwork and always will, but if the story isn't for me, I'll…

Dec 19, '19

24 Hours with Anyone

I would just choose one of my friends tbh, since they're the only people I'm fairly sure can tolerate me for 24 straight hours.

Dec 17, '19

Microcheating or whatever it is, where do you stand?

It depends on the relationship. I might be a little biased since I have some unusual views on relationships in general, but I see flirting as silly fun most of the time. That said, communicating your boundaries and comfort levels with your partner is paramount. Don't just assume they'll be okay with…

Dec 17, '19

Describe your comic in 5 words!

As practice for my future presidency, I refuse to own up to my mistake!

Dec 16, '19

2009 vs 2019 Challenge

The oldest art I could find was from 2010-2011. I worked exclusively traditionally for a long time, and didn't have a way to scan my work prior to then. I have no idea where it's all stored, if it still exists at all. :< [image] [image]

Dec 16, '19

Describe your comic in 5 words!

Bloody gay adventure with trains. & Magical boys in magical boots.

Dec 16, '19

Do you ever feel like your visual preferences for art clash with how you actually draw?

Frequently! But there are things I like about my current style as well, which I've only been able to say confidently for the past year or two. I wouldn't want to swap styles with anyone though. Rather, I'd like to continue to experiment and hone mine so that it remains uniquely feardeer, but also e…

Dec 16, '19

The curse of the long comic

I'll only sub to things with a big enough archive, honestly. I don't care about being there from the start. It's more important that there's enough material for me to become engaged with the plot and characters. And I very much enjoy binge-reading. Also, the bigger the archive, the more reassurance …

Dec 13, '19

Favorite types of feedback?

My favorites are silly/jokey comments and theories! I also like when people actually respond to whatever I put in the author's note. It's nice to know some folks aren't just there for the comic and care what the creaor has to say... even if what I have to say is usually directly relating to the c…

Dec 8, '19

Can I get an Art Crit?

Thank you so much! Environment art is definitely something I intend to work on more, so I'll try to get on that soon! :>

Dec 7, '19

Can I get an Art Crit?