Sectus's art Reviews on Newgrounds

[Happy Halloween 2012]

Very nicely done, as usual from you Decky.

I would have to say that my favorite part is how the background's color compliments the dark purple o the skull in the foreground. It is very eye catching and fun. The teeth being a separate color from the skull was a really good choice on your end; had they been the same color as the skull it would probably be kind of dull and tasteless.

The only problem I have is that the whole 'skull' theme seems to be getting a bit old. I understand you are good at it, but you should probably try expanding into a bit more adventurous stuff. Other than that, this is a really good piece and I hope you keep it up!

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Decky responds:

Cheers Sectus and I know what you mean about it becoming old to draw skulls. I think it myself but I almost always end up drawing them. My next one won't be a skull though I promise.

[Killed in Effigy]

Very nicely done piece, it has a nice cartoonish style to it that I can really appreciate. I really liked the etch of your name done in stitches on the body of the doll, has a very nice comical / fun effect to it. The doll itself looks very nice, one of those stereotypical voodoo dolls.

Other than that, the coloring and edges could use a bit of refining. It looks great, but slightly rough and watery. Very nice piece, it definitely shows that you have talent. Keep up the good work, Skaren.

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SerPounce responds:

Thanks, I didn't think dressing up the doll in any way would give it the right mood. I might go in and add textures and shading at some point to refine it, but I've got a few projects to work on first. I might also add a background.

[Ink Dragon]

This is a very nicely done piece of artwork. I know it must have taken a while, and I don't really have many criticisms for you! Good work!

The intricate design was honestly the best, and my favorite part of the piece. The dragon is done very well, especially in the midsection and head areas. The scales have a very good feel of indestructible power to them due to the way that you have drawn them, which is very good as well.

The only real complaint that I can think to make about the piece was that you could have brightened the colors up a tad bit in the background to help further define the shape of the dragon in the foreground, and possibly added colors to the dragon himself. While there is nothing to draw the eye away from the dragon, it would be nice to see him colored up.

I also love the Samurai Jack feeling that this picture gives off. I don't know if it is just me alone that can sense this, but it has a very similar design to the characters and creatures off of that show. I would say you have done very well with this piece, and I hope to see more from you in the future. Happy Drawing!

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EchoRun responds:

I did consider colouring the dragon but at the time nothing came to mind that wouldn't make him look cheesy, over-worked or garish. I also tried boosting the colours in the background but again it just became too much for the peice and it started to look cluttered. However thinking about it now and with more art experence under my belt, I do have an idea of what I could do with colouring more art like this one, so future ones may be more colourful. :)

Thanks for the review. :)

[Quote and Curly]

I enjoy the bubbly art style you used on the characters in this piece, and the blue background really helps compliment their features. I also enjoyed the usage of hair to make the robots seem slightly more human than if they had not been given any hair.

The expressions and poses were also well done too. The only thing I can really think to complain about is the shading, which could have been done a little better than it is. Other than that, very good job. Keep up the good work!

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Aigis responds:

Done better in what way?

[Nami]

This is an alright drawing. Not something that I would put on front page news or anything, but it shows promise and mediocre skill.

Proportions - This is the area that I can see the largest amount of flaw in. The proportions seem odd and far too distorted, taking away a certain element of realism from the picture entirely. The chest and eyes are the areas where this flaw is the most obvious.

Dimensions - This area could also use improvement as well. While the picture was drawn in an acceptable style and form, it just has a very flat feeling to it that needs to be remedied to further develop the picture so it will look more real. The body isn't rounded enough in areas such as the chest, eyes, and face.

Detail - This was done well, I enjoy the tone that you have put on the character's skin, which gives it slightly more depth, improving it and making up for the lack of dimension and proportions. You might try giving the skin a more rough feel, to make it more realistic.

Eyes - This area could definitely use some improvement. The eyes felt flat, and 2D, which forces out another element of realism that could have been easily used to draw the viewer in. Try adding a shining element to the eye so that it reflects light and gives it a feeling of life.

Overall - It's an alright picture, but it is not the best. There are obviously areas that could use improvement, but overall this is an acceptable piece of art.

Thedark responds:

Thank you for your review Sectus
i will try to improve

[Hulk Smash!]

It's okay, but not really something that I would favorite. It seems to have an odd relation to the art used in : The Game : which was a really nice art design.

Colors - The colors were alright, seemed to be okay when related with the character, and the background he was standing in front of, they could have been a little darker, however. The bright colors don't really compliment the character.

Character - The Hulk was always more of a bulky character, and it just doesn't seem right to use him in a light where his is muscular around the top, but very thin near his waist. You should have added more bulk to his waist area, so it would look less confusing, and more stylized and normal.

Overall - It is an okay picture, again, it isn't perfect, and your style could definitely use some refining before you considering making further art. It may just be me, but I'm not a fan of this particular style of art being used in anything serious.

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PlusPlusKid responds:

Okay, thank you.

[Do you mind??]

Yes.

I honestly cannot say no to this picture. You sir, are an expert. Keep up the good work.

whitedevil0404 responds:

thanks buddy :) dunno if NG is the right place for this kind of art, but well hehehe I'm not offending any one am I??

[TAG - full front]

Hah

Very Nice. I see you have a little too much time on your hands, want me to take some?

TailsPrower responds:

Go nuts. I'm still young :)

[Artist at Play]

Very Nice

Very enjoyable picture. It deeply expresses how she can be lovable and sexy at the same time! Very nice. I enjoyed how she drew a ":3" On her right breast X3

ScorpianX0 responds:

Yes, she is quite the lovable character : P. Everyone likes the playful sexy ones ;3. Thanks alot though ^^

[It's hot in the desert]

Good Work

I love your artwork, but it really makes me sad that they took down your good pics...

Fatchaos responds:

I feel you there, it was a nasty surprise to have them deleted as... inappropriate artwork while, at the same time, the flash portal is flooded with crappy hentai.

But, one must manage in the conditions given!