Your comics are amazing, just thought you should know <3
Asketh - vivalacello
thank you so much :D
June 3rd, 2012
the fedora-wearing asshole in this comic is based off of a real former fb friend who made the stupidest facebook status about always being in the friendzone. needless to say I unfriended him.
June 1st, 2012
Art Commissions!
Hello, everyone. I have a lot of time on my hands and would love to spend it making lovely art for lovely people. Also, my short-term disability request is being a pain in the ass, and since I am both physically and mentally incapable of returning to work for at least a couple of more weeks, I’m going to need the extra money! Especially when the uninsured hospital visit earlier this month, multiple medication expenses, therapy expenses, and everyday expenses that come along with being an independent young adult. Not to mention I am trying to save money for a few things. Long-term savings going towards moving to England to finally be with my significant other, and short-term savings going towards moving to Massachusetts by the end of the year. Not that you need my life story, but every penny counts! So not only will you be getting quality art, but you’ll be helping a brother out as well.
S K E T C H E S
As you can see, my sketches can range from a more animated style to a more realistic style or something in between. When requesting a sketch, please be sure to let me know which style you would prefer. Also take into consideration that more realistic sketches require more time, and will therefore be more expensive.
The price of sketches start at a measly $5, but will go up depending on how much detail you would like, how many characters, etc.
Originals can be obtained PER REQUEST, free of charge. I will only charge a shipping and handling fee if you don’t live in the Daphne area. Those who have the privilege of living close to me will not have to pay any fees.
C O L O U R E D . D R A W I N G S
Coloured drawings start at $15 mininum and go up from there, cost depending on the same as the sketches. Something else to consider is how you want your picture coloured. I can do coloured pencils or digital. Digital tends to look better, but it is going to be pricier, seeing as it takes more time. You may also receive these originals free of charge, but there is one thing to consider: IF YOU ORDER A DIGITAL DRAWING, THE ORIGINAL WILL ONLY BE A SKETCH. So you can have your fancy digital piece, but if you request the free original, it’s only going to be a sketch!
Some things to consider while you are requesting art: (I won’t require you to tell me these things, of course. Just warning you, if you don’t let me know, I get to decide myself!)
- Poses - Is there a certain way you would like a character/person to be posed? Communicate with me! If you have an idea of what you’re looking for, don’t depend on me to read your mind! Spoiler: I can’t.
- Colours/Colour scheme
- Overall mood
- Crop
- Style
- Important props, symbols, etc.
P A I N T I N G S
**Note: As you can tell by the examples, my painting style is more abstract. I will ask you a few questions upon commissioning a painting, so here is what I will ask you.
What size canvas do you want it to be on? (I can give you a list of sizes if you are unsure.)
What kind of emotion are you hoping the painting will convey?
Do you want it to tell a story?
What makes you want to purchase an abstract painting?
Are there certain colours you would like me to use?
What is your favourite painting of mine that you have seen?
Your favourite drawing?
Do you have any references you feel would help me be able to translate your vision?
Do you have any specific symbols, objects, etc. you would like to see in the painting?
Anything else you think I should know?
Cost will probably start around $50 and go up from there, depending on size, details, and time spent on the painting. All paintings will be done in acrylics on white canvas.
If you have any questions, feel free to let me know. Note: I will NOT negotiate lower pricing. Reasoning? You’re not likely to find lower prices anywhere. Also, I am factoring in costs of materials as well as time it takes me to do something. If I do the cheapest available sketch for you, a whopping $5, it could take me up to an hour to do it. That’s less than minimum wage, and it’s still not accounting for the materials used.
Thank you in advance, everyone. <3
if you guys need to commission someone awesome, Mea is your go-to girl!
Signal boost for her awesomeness!!!
May 30th, 2012
Hello Wendy, I enjoy your comics. I despise immature men (and women) who fetishize Asian culture. My fiance is a caucasian male who, in the past, has dated women of various ethnicities. When I read your FAQ about yellow fever, I feel very offended. I was the one who asked him out and our different cultures are repected but not dwelled upon--He doesn't deserve that label. In my shoes, how would you navigate AngryGirl viewing your relationship in public as just another result of yellow fever?
Asketh - gabareceptor
My FAQ on yellow fever wasn’t written for people like your fiance or my good friends who are aware and respectful, but for the many out there who, out of sheer ignorance and/or privilege, are not as aware as they should be. I’m personally very careful about who I’d say yes to should they ask me out and I definitely trust my own instincts when I do make that judgment call, but blaming and shaming people for being in relationships that they have chosen is not my style.
I understand why you would feel offended, but if you really like each other for who you are and it is a mutually respectful relationship between two consenting adults, it shouldn’t matter what other people think. At the end of the day, the only person who makes the judgment call on whether you think he’s a good person or not is you. I think you should have a little more faith in yourself and your own dating choices regardless of what a random girl on the Internet may or may not think.
my wife and I had such an adventure with a mosquito last night. i was not willing to go back to sleep until I killed it. Good job in defeating that jerk!
Asketh - filmicliteracy
ahhh that is the WORST. glad you got it though! KILL THEM ALL
new life goal: mosquito assassin.
I got that fucker good.
May 27th, 2012
I LOVE your comics! I've just gotten a tablet myself, and was wondering if you had any tips? Also, if I may ask, what brushes do you recommend? I only have Elements, and so far, they're all pretty sucky lol :/ I swear I'm not out to steal your swag or anything, haha! <3
Asketh - thinkspeakstress
thank you!!
I have a small Wacom Bamboo and I’m running Photoshop CS… ie, the old as balls version. I don’t know what brush settings Elements has, but as long as you have working pen pressure you should be able to do what I do. I usually just do all my lines by hand, old-fashioned pen and paper (my eyes can’t really handle working on the computer too much), scan it into the computer and shade via Photoshop. If you guys want I can make a tutorial, but I’m afraid there won’t be much to learn!
May 22nd, 2012
っ=ˆヮˆ=)っ♥ SEND THIS TO 15 OF YOUR FAVORITE PEOPLE ON TUMBLR
Asketh - taqisatay
awww you are too sweet!! <3
May 21st, 2012
yikes who was the last person who asked me for a request
I’m doing Victoria’s soon but I forget who you are! sorry >__< please message me
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