FAQ

Here are the answers to some “Frequently Asked Questions”.

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Q: What applications do you use to make your drawings? A: At the moment, I’m using Photoshop CS4 to paint, but I like to have a go at Flash and Illustrator too!

Q: When did you start painting digitally? A: Ooh, I think it was about 1-2 years ago

Q: Do you do commissions? A: I sure do! You will get the original image sent to you by email in full-size and un-watermarked. I usually work at 5000-6000px/300dpi so would hopefully print out in a good quality.

Prices:
For one Character with a transparent background: $30
For one Character with a simple background: $35
For one Character with a complex background: $45
For any Character added there after: $12 each

For anything that isn’t listed here = POA (Price On Application)

Please note: The level of complexity will be decided after you have told me what it is you are after.

Paypal Payments Only, please contact me if you’re interested.

Q: Have you ever considered illustrating for a child’s book? A: I have, but I guess I’m just waiting for someone to contact me

Q: How do you get your inspiration? A: Well, I have a wonderfully fun and playful dog with me a lot of the time and the things she does really make me giggle! (Honestly she doesn’t act like much of a dog!!) Otherwise, anything around me. I could be shopping and think of something while walking past urm… I don’t know… an ice cream van? Then as soon as I get home I would usually go and sketch it. (If I have the time and dont forget!) xD

Q: Have you been to an art school or had some kind of formal training? A: I did start a GCSE (UK Secondary Education) in ART but when I went into homeschooling, I couldn’t carry it on because it wasn’t offered. Otherwise no formal training. I am preparing to enter University though.

Q: Why fuzzy cuties and not something else? A: Theres two reasons for this one, I love drawing fuzzy cuties The other reason… I don’t think I’m very good at drawing humans or at least I’m not too comfortable with them YET! I should really do some more Scenery by itself doesnt really interest me either. I dont see much personality in it.

Q: What tablet do you use? A: I use a Wacom Intuos3 ^_^ A5 size because its the biggest that fits on my desk! xD

Q: What piece of yours are you most proud of and why? A: Probably my “Hug Full Of Love” piece (which is why you see it everywhere) ;D Mainly because of the amount of time it took me to finish and the fact that it shows the personality of an animal very close to my heart

Q: I am in love with your art – it is colourful, incredibly cute and has a childish appeal that is both charming and comforting to the heart <3 What would be the most important advice you could give to someone who has zero experience in painting and wants to start somewhere? A: Honestly, give it a go and don’t be afraid to experiment with different things whether it be materials, poses, styles etc. For example, I’ve always loved to draw disney things too!

Q: How do you make your characters look like they have real fur? A: Urm, this is slightly difficult to answer. But… you can see how I do it in my livestream broadcasts
http://www.livestream.com/parochena

Q: Do you usually sketch the picture on paper first, or do you sketch it on the computer? A: Yep, I usually sketch it on paper first and then scan to use it as a guideline while I paint

Q: Can you show us some links of tutorials on devaintart you found REALLY helpful? A: Sure! I have a folder in my faves just for the ones I’ve found useful!
http://parochena.deviantart.com/favourites/#tutorials

Q: What was your favorite toy when you were a kid? (or now, for the matter ^_^) A: I had a little piglet baby plushie (which is now pretty dead from all the chewing hehe!)