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Least Favorite... I have a few that I really hate, but I'm not going to say which. I work hard on every custom I make, but I've kept only a few (one only recently came back into my possession). Most have been swap customs or the few commissions I took, so I don't want their owners to feel like I didn't work as hard on them as I did on the ones that I've loved.
Good materials are definitely one big factor that can make or break the custom. And by 'good' I mean suitable, more expensive does not always equal better... I personally prefer craft acrylics over artist acrylics, especially for FBRs, as they have this slightly chalky feel that's perfect for dry brushing. In any case, a lot of trial and error goes into the process! Some of the most exciting results come from wild ideas and experiments.
Kanthaka, your Autra is one of all-time favourite customs! I did a personal trade with Roogna last year and I originally planned a vampire pony, but I took a look at Autra for inspiration and simply couldn't come up with anything as stylish yet original so I scrapped the idea completely. If it helps, I don't think Cygnus looks overworked or too cluttered (I really, really love the left side of her face and the hair stripe which extends the design!)... But I know the feeling of getting something almost but not quite right, and yes, it's frustrating! I think something like that happened with the custom I painted yesterday. We'll see if rehairing makes her look better but so far she doesn't quite meet the expectations I had... Hmm.