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Creativity => Customs => Topic started by: Tiella on February 17, 2012, 04:15:28 PM

Title: Animal Swap! (Complete!)
Post by: Tiella on February 17, 2012, 04:15:28 PM
 Animal Swap!

 
This swap has an animal theme, this includes reptiles, birds and fish. There will be two categories; customs with sculpting to turn a fart into an animal and customs with animals painted on them (this can include sculpting if you want, just not a fart sculpted to look like an animal).This is for realistic style animals please, not cartoony animals. Let's get really creative and think outside the box on this one, should be tons of fun!

 
Dates to take note of:
Sign ups Feb. 22nd – March 8th
Partners assigned: March 12th
Progress Pics: April 2nd
Final Check in pics: April 30th

 

 

 
Shipping: May 7th
Please remember to always check your organizer's feedback before joining a swap.
Tiella's feedback: http://mlparena.com/mlp/index.php?action=trader&id=11878 (http://mlparena.com/mlp/index.php?action=trader&id=11878)

Rules:
1. You must have 10 5-star arena feedback and no 1/2-star arena feedback.
2. You must have been an arena member for at least 6 months before sign ups are over.
3. You must have pictures of at least 3 of your most recent customs to show the quality of your work. This is a skill based swap and I need to know where to put you.
4. Ship on time! I realize real life issues come up sometimes. If this happens, I want to know about it as soon as you realize you will be late.
5.No shipping ear;y unless both partners are ready to ship and I have authorized both.
6. Be prepared with progress pics at progress date.
7. Send me pictures of your completed custom before you ship.
8. Let me know right away when you ship your fart and when you receive one.
9. Do not let anyone know who your partner is. It is secret.
10. This swap includes all generations of flowers (G1, G2, G3, G3.5, and G4), if there are any of these you do not like, include that in your form. Do not use any fakies unless your partner requests it.
12. You must be in no more than 2 other swaps (total of 3).
13. The title of your PM should be
elephant , so I know you read the rules.
14. PM the sign up form to me (Tiella) by the sign up deadline.
15. You must check in for the final check in 1 week before shipping. If you do not check in, you will
not be receiving a fart.
16. KEEP YOUR SHIPPING RECEIPTS! You need to be able to produce proof of shipping when asked. You need to hold onto your receipt until your partner confirms that they have received their fart. I also highly recommend delivery confirmation for those not shipping internationally.


Form:
Arena Name:
Real name and shipping address:
Email address (for contacting you off forum if we need to):
Link to feedback:
Links to pictures of at least 3 of your most recent customs (more than one image if each is welcome) {Please send pictures that show off the qualities you intend to possibly use on your custom. Sending me a bunch of flowers that are heavily sculpted but don't show off your painting skills when you only plan to paint or showing off flowers with no sculpting when you plan to sculpt is not very useful for pairing you up. Please choose what you feel are the best of your recent flowers displaying the qualities that would be useful for this swap.}:
Which category will you participate in, sculpting or painting?

Will you ship internationally?
Which generation(s) would you like to recieve?
Which generation(s) do you prefer to customize?
Is there any generation you do not want to recieve?
Is there anything you do not want on your custom?
Is there anything you favor on your custom?
What are your favorite colors?

List 3 favorite animals for your partner to choose from, these can include reptiles, birds and fish:
Do you have any allergies?
Do you smoke, have pets, or any other things we should be aware of in case your partner has allergies?
What other swaps are you in?


approved by jupi (2-17)

Participants:
1. Colorescapesart - Shipped/received
2. Griffin Shipped/received
3. Tiella - Shipped/received
4. Bugle - Shipped/received
5. AllyKat - Shipped/received
6. Roogna- Shipped/received
7. Dee_Kary - Shipped/received
8. Jupiternwndrlnd - Shipped(received)
9. Prismatic -shipped (received)
10. Jsplit - Shipped/received
11. Alexia - Shipped/received

Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: bagheera86 on February 17, 2012, 04:38:22 PM
argh I'm already in a swap, otherwise... I HAVE ALL THE IDEAS FOR THIS.
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Saja on February 17, 2012, 04:43:29 PM
Id love a shot at this one too! But dont have enough feedback yet, its still being approved.. and also havent been a member for 6 months yet. Pity..
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: bagheera86 on February 17, 2012, 05:03:09 PM
Id love a shot at this one too! But dont have enough feedback yet, its still being approved.. and also havent been a member for 6 months yet. Pity..
Your time will come one day, and then you shall take us to victory!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: hannaliten on February 17, 2012, 05:04:46 PM
Oh, I'm in! *working on my form*
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: puuush on February 17, 2012, 05:48:43 PM
Sadly I can't. I have too much on my schedule. (And as I keep missing deadlines, I put myself on a swap-ban) But I'm veeeeery curious what comes out of it. Have fun, you all! :)
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Griffin on February 19, 2012, 01:52:16 PM
Yay! I'll be sending in my form as soon as the sign ups start. ^__^

Now, the only problem... How will I ever be able to limit my fav animals to three? :drunk: Lol.
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: AllyKat on February 19, 2012, 08:41:22 PM
When you say includes reptiles, birds and fish, is that in addition to mammals and such? Or just reptiles, birds and fish allowed?
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Tiella on February 20, 2012, 03:23:46 AM
In addition to.
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Tiella on February 21, 2012, 03:59:43 AM
Bumping this up as sign ups are getting ready to start!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: pantherchild on February 21, 2012, 04:35:10 AM
Eeeee, how awesome!!  Now just gotta make sure I can balance all my other projects and this one....wanna get in so bad!  <3
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Saoirse on February 21, 2012, 04:40:31 AM
Sounds fun enjoy everyone!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Griffin on February 21, 2012, 08:33:12 AM
Are you sure we can't list more than three..? :lookround:  How about genera? Like entering 'equus' as one animal, including all horse-like animals from zebras to donkeys?  :biggrin: I want my partner to surprise me! (Okay the truth is there are way too many awesome animals and I have a hard time picking favourites...)
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Tiella on February 21, 2012, 08:41:54 AM
List more if you like, just don't go bonkers and make a list of 10 otherwise then your partner might have too hard a time choosing haha!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Griffin on February 21, 2012, 08:43:30 AM
Okay, thanks! I think I can narrow it down to five :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Alexia on February 21, 2012, 10:11:29 AM
I so want to join, but i just don't know if I have the time or if I want paint only or sculpting?! Major dilemas!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Roogna on February 21, 2012, 10:27:11 AM
gah! I like this. *looks at schedule*

question: do dragons count?
LOL
I ask b/c my top 2 animals are spiders and dragons ;) and if not, I'll have to put some serious thought into coming up with more animals for my partner (though spider ponies are awesome - I promise!)

another question: if we pick an animal that doesn't have a 4-legged form (like a bat or a shark) and we do the "turn it into" category, can we do "inspired by" so that it's a bat-pony or shark-pony? I think it would be strange to get a pony head with the rest sculpted b/c it didn't "fit" the pony body/legs thing...but trying to make it into that animal and keep it realistic is a big challenge
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Tiella on February 21, 2012, 04:07:08 PM
I will allow dragon to count and yes it can be an "inspired by" pony.
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: pantherchild on February 21, 2012, 04:58:25 PM
...I wanna make a SPIDER PONY!  <3
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Ren-Ren on February 21, 2012, 05:33:01 PM
OH! For some reason I was thinking this was the swap where they were painting the animal friends that came with the ponies... >_<

Hmm...now I'm tempted to join...
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Griffin on February 22, 2012, 04:09:00 AM
Argh, why am I unable to give short answers to any questions... I always tend to ramble in the swap sign up forms. Anyway, PM sent. ^o^

I'm super excited already!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Tiella on February 23, 2012, 02:19:25 PM
<bump>
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Alexia on February 24, 2012, 07:30:09 AM
I have a question about the paint only, Can we request that the pony be painted in the pattern of the animal instead of a symbol (ie: tiger and have the pattern on the pony)?
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Tiella on February 24, 2012, 09:58:34 AM
Sure, you could add it to your list. Please list as many things like this as you want, you can even add links to pictures of examples of things.
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Alexia on February 24, 2012, 10:02:13 AM
ok thanks! I have some great ideas for animals but let me see how much work I can get done this weekend before signing up!!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on February 24, 2012, 10:15:59 AM
tiella, why are you tempting me!? T_T
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: hannaliten on February 24, 2012, 10:19:22 AM
tiella, why are you tempting me!? T_T

Join us, jupi!!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Griffin on February 24, 2012, 12:21:52 PM
tiella, why are you tempting me!? T_T

Join us, jupi!!

Yes, you know you want to! You know we want you to! :P
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Dee_Kary on February 24, 2012, 05:57:13 PM
Got more than enough time to finish my due customs so I'll be definitely joining! :D Filling my form now! ^^

Post Merge: February 24, 2012, 06:33:00 PM

Form Sent! :)
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on February 26, 2012, 02:21:22 PM
wooh-wooh! I'm in! *puts a sign on her head that says 'sucker'* :lol:
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: hannaliten on February 26, 2012, 02:22:06 PM
wooh-wooh! I'm in! *puts a sign on her head that says 'sucker'* :lol:

Yay!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Griffin on February 27, 2012, 04:18:59 AM
Yay, Jupi!

Now, we need moar people to join! Come on, ponies, animals are cool!

visitors can't see pics , please register or login
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Tiella on February 27, 2012, 06:58:36 PM
<bump>
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Prismatic on February 28, 2012, 08:12:11 PM
Sent in my form :)
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Dee_Kary on March 02, 2012, 07:44:14 PM
Bumping this up  ^.^  hope more people join! :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: JSplit on March 02, 2012, 10:02:46 PM
ooh I just sent my application in but then I saw Griffins post... could we have included mammals? (zebras/giraffes/etc)

Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Tiella on March 03, 2012, 04:35:53 AM
yes, you can message them to me if you need to add anything.
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Griffin on March 04, 2012, 01:38:40 PM
Yay JSplit, I'm glad you joined us! ^^
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: okapishomapi on March 04, 2012, 07:27:13 PM
Oh, man - wish I could do this!! I will enjoy looking at all the results, though :lovey:
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: ZennaBug on March 04, 2012, 09:03:20 PM
OMG, so tempting!!!!  *ponders*
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: JSplit on March 05, 2012, 01:44:19 PM
I'm excited! And sending a slight alteration to my application!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Tiella on March 05, 2012, 01:55:00 PM
Sign ups end this Thursday the 8th!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Alexia on March 06, 2012, 08:04:13 AM
alright alright you have convinced me LOL!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: JSplit on March 06, 2012, 10:46:58 PM
Only 2 days!
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: Dee_Kary on March 07, 2012, 09:52:43 PM
Signups are about to close! Bumping this up! :frolic:
Title: Re: Animal Swap!
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on March 07, 2012, 10:20:51 PM
YAY!!! I can't wait to get my partner :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (sign ups closed)
Post by: Tiella on March 08, 2012, 06:45:57 PM
Sign ups closed!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (sign ups closed)
Post by: hannaliten on March 08, 2012, 06:46:35 PM
Sign ups closed!

Yay! I can't wait to get my partner!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (sign ups closed)
Post by: JSplit on March 08, 2012, 06:50:37 PM
So soon!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (sign ups closed)
Post by: Alexia on March 09, 2012, 06:47:06 AM
ooh I can't wait to see who my partner is!!!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (sign ups closed)
Post by: Griffin on March 09, 2012, 09:33:02 AM
Me neither! *excited*   :joy:
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Tiella on March 11, 2012, 02:25:39 PM
I just sent out partners, I hope everyone has fun. Don't forget do not tell anyone who your partner is, it is a secret!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Griffin on March 11, 2012, 02:39:11 PM
Yay can has a partner :cheer: 

Making some plans already~
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Roogna on March 11, 2012, 05:45:35 PM
I prepped the bait and started sculpting the tail LOL (it has to be firmly anchored before I can do more) ;) it was a tough choice, but I'm doing my partner's #2 animal *tease tease*
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: hannaliten on March 11, 2012, 05:48:02 PM
I _think_ I know which animal I'll be doing. Looking for a suitable bait now.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: AllyKat on March 11, 2012, 08:09:25 PM
Reading through my partner's list I thought I knew which one I wanted to do, but then I read through it again and may have changed my mind. Now I'm flip flopping between two choices and I have no idea which to pick!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on March 11, 2012, 08:40:09 PM
Soooooooo question....
How does everyone feel about unnatural colored animals? Like pink leopards and purple penguins?

For me, I'm a fan :)
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: hannaliten on March 11, 2012, 08:42:05 PM
I'm a fan, but I thought this swap was for realistic animals....
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: JSplit on March 11, 2012, 08:44:44 PM
Soooooooo question....
How does everyone feel about unnatural colored animals? Like pink leopards and purple penguins?

For me, I'm a fan :)

Ditto, I've seen some pretty awesome ones!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Griffin on March 12, 2012, 01:38:48 AM
I'm a fan, but I thought this swap was for realistic animals....

I think it's what you want to receive that matters. ;)  In this context I'd say unnatural colours are acceptable, as long as the style is realistic, as opposed to cartoony. I would accept fantasy colours for the simple reason of colour matching; it might be difficult to combine animals with favourite colours in some cases. But let's wait and see what Tiella has to say about this... :)

I prefer natural colours myself. That should be no problem if my partner is going to use my favourite colours, it'll probably end up all brown, lol. JK. I like colours!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Roogna on March 12, 2012, 05:05:52 AM
as hopefully it was obvious in my form, I'm ok with colors - just not pink ;)
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Tiella on March 12, 2012, 05:09:03 AM
I pretty much feel as Griffin does, if you want to incorporate my favorite colors into the custom go for it; I just want the animal to be realistic and not cartoony.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: hannaliten on March 12, 2012, 06:01:47 AM
I pretty much feel as Griffin does, if you want to incorporate my favorite colors into the custom go for it; I just want the animal to be realistic and not cartoony.

Well, it's kinda hard to say that, for example, a purple zebra is realistic. Either you go realistic or not.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Alexia on March 12, 2012, 06:53:06 AM
I would prefer more realistic colors on the animal, if you can incorporate my favorites into the rest of the pony thats fine.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Tiella on March 12, 2012, 07:48:45 AM
There has been some confusion and I have gotten some questions. I originally intended for this swap to have natural/realistic animals. Unless your partner requests specifically for a purple giraffe or something along those lines let's try and stick with natural animals. I added the favorite colors category on the form more so for the painting category if people wanted to base the body and or hair color on their partner's favorite colors. I am sorry if I confused people, this is my first time hosting a swap and I am trying to get it all right. If anyone has questions feel free to PM me privately.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Alexia on March 12, 2012, 08:13:25 AM
oooh Brilliant idea has struck! If only I wasn't at work!!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Dee_Kary on March 12, 2012, 01:48:39 PM
Got my partner :D ill start thinking what to do now! Ill message you later on Tiella with a question :) once I'm out of work.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: AllyKat on March 12, 2012, 09:24:56 PM
I prefer natural colours, personally.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Griffin on March 13, 2012, 03:32:49 AM
I pretty much feel as Griffin does, if you want to incorporate my favorite colors into the custom go for it; I just want the animal to be realistic and not cartoony.

Well, it's kinda hard to say that, for example, a purple zebra is realistic. Either you go realistic or not.


(First of all, I apologize for getting nitpicky, especially after Tiella has already addressed the issue.)

I usually refer to my style as 'semi-realistic' because I often use black lines, and I know I'll never be capable of true realism, only feeble attempts. So I won't even try, I rather stick to the realistic elements I'm able to incorporate and allow myself to stylize the rest. Technically, if there's lineart involved, you cannot call that 'realism', but I doubt that any of us wants to define realism that strictly in this context. For the purposes of this swap (the painting category), I wouldn't mind, say, an impressionistic style, or something along those lines. It's not realism, but with a few brushstrokes you can achieve remarkably lifelike results, or at least an illusion of lifelikeness. You can even use some crazy colours and still make it look like a real animal.

And because animal art is always awesome, let me share some pics. Hope these inspire those, too, who are not interested in this whole realism vs. non-realism issue. :) The first three represent realism, the other three do not, yet I believe they're still something that would be allowed in this swap. Of course, everyone has to decide for themselves what they want or do not want to receive.

Arwen and Cormic by nikkiburr (http://haawan.deviantart.com/favourites/?offset=1248#/d2i3ng0), Home Sweet Home by Denis Mayer Jr. (http://haawan.deviantart.com/favourites/?offset=1320#/d2dtzk9), Evening Elegance - Tundra Swans by Nambroth (http://haawan.deviantart.com/favourites/?offset=96#/d4o7dn6).

Nighty deer. by mizzachita (http://haawan.deviantart.com/favourites/?offset=696#/d3gque2), Sonora by qaltag (http://haawan.deviantart.com/favourites/?offset=768#/d3d7scs), Rainbow Zebra by ladymeow (http://haawan.deviantart.com/favourites/?offset=840#/d2syxfy).

However, we're only talking about MLP customs here after all. It's really not that serious even if I'm making it sound like it is... Sorry for that. :D


Anyway, after discarding my first plan, I'm actually done with my sketch and I must say I looove it! I just hope I'm able to actually transfer the design onto the real pony, lol. It's one thing to draw the symbol in pencil in that scale - painting that won't be nearly as easy. But let's see how it goes. ^^

I have the bait and the hair ready, too. I hope I shall find some time to sit down and start painting soon.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Tiella on March 13, 2012, 04:16:32 AM
I agree with you Griffin, I never meant realism in the traditional way as we will need some black outlines and such. More along the lines of "let's make the animals look as they are meant to look, not like donald duck". Does that make any sense?

Goodness those pictures are inspiring, makes me wonder if I could paint like that! You might see some traditional art from me soon! I would love to try oils again someday, I was rather good with them in my teens but that was so long ago...watercolors were never my forte though.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Griffin on March 13, 2012, 04:21:59 AM
I love watercolours myself, definitely my preferred medium. ^^ I have never tried oils, might be fun. Acrylics are not really my thing (how funny is that), or maybe it's just that I haven't found a good way to work with them - maybe I expect them to behave like watercolours, which they do not, of course. I should try some new styles and techniques to make them work.

I'd love to see some of your paintings, Tiella!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Tiella on March 13, 2012, 04:22:29 AM
Here are a few favorite pictures of mine from DA as well!

http://missmonster.deviantart.com/art/traditonal-fennec-fox-56010313?q=favby%3Atiellanicole%2F46605587&qo=2 (http://missmonster.deviantart.com/art/traditonal-fennec-fox-56010313?q=favby%3Atiellanicole%2F46605587&qo=2)

I actually own one of these sculptures http://reptanglian.deviantart.com/art/fennec-sculptures-260847131?q=favby%3Atiellanicole%2F46605587&qo=38 (http://reptanglian.deviantart.com/art/fennec-sculptures-260847131?q=favby%3Atiellanicole%2F46605587&qo=38)

http://nukinuki.deviantart.com/art/Kitsune-3-103139358?q=favby%3Atiellanicole%2F46605587&qo=47 (http://nukinuki.deviantart.com/art/Kitsune-3-103139358?q=favby%3Atiellanicole%2F46605587&qo=47)

http://ani-r.deviantart.com/art/White-tiger-133284886?q=boost%3Apopular%20white%20tiger&qo=4 (http://ani-r.deviantart.com/art/White-tiger-133284886?q=boost%3Apopular%20white%20tiger&qo=4)

http://marilucia.deviantart.com/art/White-Tiger-Cub-and-Phoenixes-221883753?q=boost%3Apopular%20white%20tiger&qo=40 (http://marilucia.deviantart.com/art/White-Tiger-Cub-and-Phoenixes-221883753?q=boost%3Apopular%20white%20tiger&qo=40)
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Saja on March 13, 2012, 04:58:08 PM
Those fenec sculptures are so adorable, and I LOVE that rainbow Zebra. Cant wait to see what everyone makes!!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Dee_Kary on March 13, 2012, 07:33:52 PM
Ohhh i like the idea of "colorful realism"! :D if my partner wants to do that, I'll gladly take it ^^

Post Merge: March 13, 2012, 07:36:06 PM

Natural colors will be well accepted as well :) whatever my partner wants to do I'll be happy to receive it ^^
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: JSplit on March 15, 2012, 09:34:28 AM
I'm torn between two ideas. I think I know which one my partner would like better but I'm nervous I won't be able to execute it well enough... decisions, decisions
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on March 15, 2012, 01:17:04 PM
i love "colorful realism" totally my thoughts (and reason behind asking)
that rainbow zebra is amazing :heart:

now to choose an idea....i have a few. but do i want to challenge myself with something difficult? or go with what I know I can do well? hmmmmm
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: hannaliten on March 15, 2012, 01:19:07 PM
I like realism. But I won't be picky, I'll give my partner freedom to do whatever is best for the custom.

Post Merge: March 15, 2012, 01:23:31 PM

Also, I have my bait picked and prepped! I'll start sculpting this weekend.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Tiella on March 17, 2012, 04:54:32 PM
Just wanted to make all my swap people aware of an absence. Monday 03/19 and Tuesday 03/20 I will be at the children's hospital an hour and a half away for my 18 month old to have heart surgery. I will have a laptop with me, but I may not have time to look at it. If we end up having to stay longer I will contact another mod to let you know.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: JSplit on March 17, 2012, 09:50:36 PM
I'm so sorry and I hope everything goes well =/ If you do end up having to stay longer and need any help with the swap I'd be more than happy to help
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: xdartfrogx on March 18, 2012, 01:08:35 AM
>o< I hope someone makes a frog and also a gecko!!! I am following this custom swap just to see all the beauties!!!!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on March 18, 2012, 08:33:29 PM
i have it narrowed down to ...3.....ideas XD
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: hannaliten on March 18, 2012, 08:38:56 PM
i have it narrowed down to ...3.....ideas XD

Wohoo! You're getting there!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Dee_Kary on March 18, 2012, 10:39:11 PM
I chose the animal already, but i'm still slightly undecided of how to put it on a pony xD
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Griffin on March 19, 2012, 03:55:07 AM
Hahaha Jupi :D I often have that problem, too.

And woo-hoo, I can start working on mine now, finished the course final paper that's been keeping me from customizing. ^^ Can't wait!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Roogna on March 19, 2012, 04:59:55 AM
I've been busy sculpting....and trying something new
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Alexia on March 19, 2012, 09:19:45 AM
I finally picked a bait that I think will be perfect, now to get her prepped and start sketching my plan of action!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: NichiTsukinoko on March 19, 2012, 05:33:43 PM
Oh! I can't believe I missed this. Oh well.  Can't wait to see what wonders will come out of this.

Think of me if you need a last minute sub!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Griffin on March 21, 2012, 04:58:02 AM
Sculpting finished. :cheer:  It was a minor thing, though, as I'm in the painting category. I hope the painting will turn out as nicely!

Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Bugle on March 21, 2012, 07:10:12 AM
I still haven't had a chance to even sit down and finish the sculpting, after this week, everything should be back to some normality.

So I promise I will start working on monday!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on March 21, 2012, 10:29:27 AM
i think i have a bait....and a general idea *nod*
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: JSplit on March 21, 2012, 01:43:34 PM
I finally started sculpting but in a way I have never done before... too soon to tell if it's going to look great or like a complete disaster.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: AllyKat on March 21, 2012, 08:57:07 PM
I've settles on the design, but that's as far as I've gone. I have a major project due at school in a couple of weeks so once that's done I'm free to actually work on ponies.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Prismatic on March 23, 2012, 11:31:23 AM
Question:  how do you feel about flocking?

I love flocking, I could totally go for flocking on an animal pony
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: hannaliten on March 23, 2012, 11:38:58 AM
Flocking is ok, if it fits with the design.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Griffin on March 23, 2012, 11:42:49 AM
What hanna said :)
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Bugle on March 23, 2012, 11:48:04 AM
Not into flocking here..
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Roogna on March 23, 2012, 11:48:37 AM
I'm ok with flocking
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Tiella on March 23, 2012, 12:04:47 PM
I am okay with flocking if it fits the design.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: AllyKat on March 24, 2012, 09:10:30 PM
I don't really like flocking.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on March 24, 2012, 11:52:41 PM
not a huge flocking fan
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Dee_Kary on March 25, 2012, 05:26:53 PM
Not a flocking fan either :( sorry
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: JSplit on March 25, 2012, 08:57:43 PM
If it's done well I think it can look nice. The design I'm working on would definitely benefit from it.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: AllyKat on March 27, 2012, 10:33:22 PM
Finally took some time out of school to plan this sucker. I spent all day today working on a project for school, so tomorrow is pony day!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Griffin on March 28, 2012, 05:37:13 AM
AAahh I just rediscovered lemurs! Teeheehee, love those critters. Drawing one now for an animal themed deco booklet. ^-^ This is exactly what I meant when I said the world is full of amazing animals and picking only a few would be hard... managed to do that but I keep coming up with all kinds of animals that would be great to see as customs. If I had more time I'd do a series of animal customs just for the fun of it. Maybe I'll need to do a lemur custom now...

As for the swap progress, I'm still doing the FBR. There's plenty of time so I'm trying to be patient this time and do more layers than I usually do... let's see. Looking pretty good already. :)
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Tiella on March 28, 2012, 05:49:37 AM
Sounds like everyone is chugging along, don't forget next week is the 1st check in. I can take check ins at any point you wish to send them. Myself I am still torn on the bait I want to use, can't decide on a g3 or g4. G3 allows more working space, but g4 provides a fun challenge to paint so tiny. I have an idea of my design in my head already and have done some inspiration picture searching.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Dee_Kary on March 28, 2012, 07:42:01 AM
I'm gonna go ahead and spoil my partner by using a G4 styling size bait :D the plan I have for it will definitely work better on a styling size one, so I'll do that ^^.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Alexia on March 28, 2012, 07:43:19 AM
flocking is okay with me as long as it is secure and not falling off everywhere making a mess.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Griffin on March 30, 2012, 01:49:26 AM
I decided I'm done with the FBR after all. :'D Besides, I wan't to be able to show something more than a blank pony by the first check in. So far I've started on her eyes, she still needs eyeliner & lashes before I can move on to the more tedious and intimidating task, painting the symbol. Gasp.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Colorscapesart on March 30, 2012, 10:11:48 AM
flocking is okay with me as long as it is secure and not falling off everywhere making a mess.

Ohh good point, but flocking is awesome!

Oh, and hi ya'll! *waves*  I'll be helping out in Hanna's stead.  Almost got my idea nailed down, I better boogie!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Roogna on March 30, 2012, 11:43:11 AM
I will be finished with sculpting today (full body sculpting lol) - and will take a WIP to submit.
then the task of repainting, which will be a bit tedious with the way I sculpted stuff lol)
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: Griffin on March 30, 2012, 01:09:32 PM
Err, the problem with painting: once you start, you can't stop. Or I can't. I'm almost done :O Well, the most difficult part is done, I think I'll need an hour or so to finish it. I'm happy that the animal I picked, as much as I like it, is no obsession or anything for me - otherwise I'd probably be tempted to keep her. :P

Well, there will be procrastination after I finish the painting since rehairing isn't exactly one of my favourite things... :'D I guess I should leave this one sit for a while and work on commissions instead.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (Partners sent, get to work!)
Post by: JSplit on March 30, 2012, 02:01:39 PM
I THINK I got the hardest part over with... still so so much to do!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in tomorrow 04/02/2012!
Post by: Tiella on April 01, 2012, 05:16:47 PM
Bump!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in tomorrow 04/02/2012!
Post by: Dee_Kary on April 02, 2012, 02:49:57 PM
Check in sent! ^^
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in today!!!
Post by: Alexia on April 03, 2012, 07:28:33 AM
shoot I forgot to take a picture last night, I will have to get that done tonight so I can check in.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in today!!!
Post by: Colorscapesart on April 03, 2012, 09:04:31 AM
I'll try to send a pic tonight!  I've got her planned out and rerooted!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in today!!!
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on April 04, 2012, 11:49:23 AM
i did some dying......now on to hair.

cause...i THINK i have my design...maybe...well.....no....shoot.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in today!!!
Post by: Griffin on April 06, 2012, 02:17:09 PM
After looking at my painted animal for a week, I decided to try to fix the anatomy as it was really bugging me... My sister was kind enough to give me honest feedback that pushed me to try again. So far I have the outlines sketched out and I can say it looks much better now. :) Yay!

// (I mean I only redid parts of it... I was happy with the head in particular so I'm happy I don't have to do that again.)
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in today!!!
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on April 06, 2012, 03:24:35 PM
well, my dying ruined my bait....so on to phase 2....had to start over, but i have a solid plan....waiting on mail so i can start :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in today!!!
Post by: Dee_Kary on April 06, 2012, 04:09:30 PM
My pony is rehaired and I'm starting to work on the paint work :) . Since I'm using my bait's body color for the background there's just little precautions to be taken hehe. It's coming out very cute so far :lovey: . It's not a super fancy layout but I'm sure my partner will appreciate it ^^.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in today!!!
Post by: Dee_Kary on April 10, 2012, 07:26:56 PM
Bumping this up :D hope everybody's doing great!

Also my pony is officially done! :frolic: I can't wait to ship it to my partner! Will wait for the final check in with pics now :).
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in today!!!
Post by: Griffin on April 11, 2012, 05:44:51 AM
I hope that everyone is busy working on their customs since no-one's being talkative. ;D

I sealed my pony but I think I need to add another layer, missed some spots between the legs etc. I'm working at a slow pace 'cause there's so much time and I have other customs that need my attention more urgently. Too bad this custom is actually the one that inspires me the most, I have to fight the urge to pick up hair and finish her this minute. :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in today!!!
Post by: Roogna on April 11, 2012, 06:15:13 AM
I just need to paint :)
Title: Re: Animal Swap! First check in today!!!
Post by: Tiella on April 11, 2012, 06:56:18 AM
Sounds like everyone is doing great! I have been around and paying attention, just been super busy with some medical stuff for myself and the youngest.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Alexia on April 11, 2012, 08:22:24 AM
I haven't made too much progress since check in but I am taking friday off so I can sit down and get on a roll.  I think I might need hair so I better get that ordered too.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on April 11, 2012, 10:29:30 AM
well....i started, then completely ruined my bait - so i had to start all over again....*sigh*
but my new design idea will work much better, i hopes :)
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Colorscapesart on April 12, 2012, 08:30:12 PM
BAM! Done! *slaps desk*

Whew!  That was.....a learning experience.....
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Tiella on April 17, 2012, 10:07:32 AM
<bump>
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Alexia on April 17, 2012, 10:19:53 AM
working a bit tonight between organizing my customizing supplies :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on April 17, 2012, 10:23:49 AM
started on the painting....doing it in shifts - LOL but getting there :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: JSplit on April 17, 2012, 11:33:41 AM
Mine actually looks like an animal now! I was starting to worry it was going to look like a strange blob. I think I only have an hour or two of work left before it's all done!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Tiella on April 21, 2012, 05:54:30 PM
We are a little over a week away from the final picture check in, if people want to send me final pics early they can and if I approve your pony I will allow you to go ahead and ship.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Dee_Kary on April 21, 2012, 05:56:48 PM
Ohhh sending my pic asap! :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on April 21, 2012, 11:35:18 PM
A week!?? Eep! *makes mental note to watch less Buffy and paint more pony tomorrow*
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Bugle on April 22, 2012, 05:34:29 AM
Hoping to send mine in tomorrow, have to find the camera cord.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Griffin on April 24, 2012, 08:38:17 AM
I'm done! :cheer:

Gosh I love this pony so much. Not sure my partner will get her at all... :P JK.
I had to wash her hair because one of the colours was so oily (I've heard of it but never had a hank like that before). I'll snatch some photos once it dries and then she's ready to go. ^_^
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Bugle on April 24, 2012, 09:04:58 AM
I have photos.. Just no cord.. AGH!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Dee_Kary on April 25, 2012, 02:05:32 PM
My pony should be getting to my partner anytime now :P
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: AllyKat on April 25, 2012, 02:15:46 PM
I was planning to finish rehairing and then be done last night, but I ended up spending the night at the hospital with my friend. She's back home now and in the safe hands of her boyfriend, so hopefully I'll be able to finish tonight.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on April 25, 2012, 06:56:44 PM
:o i got my swap pony from Dee_kary!! holy insane details batman!! this pony is amazing....like a million times amazing! thank you dee - you totally made my day a bazillion times better :heart: you did such an amazing job...I can actually tell who is who *big hugs*
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Dee_Kary on April 25, 2012, 07:32:52 PM
Awesome!!!! :cheer: I'm so glad it made it so quick and safely to you :D I'm really happy you like it too ^^ it was super fun to work on it! *hugs*

I'll post the pic thread now :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! Working!
Post by: Griffin on April 27, 2012, 02:39:48 PM
I managed to take some good photos today but I didn't have the time to go to the post office... so shipping will have to wait until the weekend and the 1st of May celebrations are over. Will be shipping her next week. ^^

Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Tiella on April 30, 2012, 09:52:14 AM
Today is the final check in! Send me your pictures and if you are done and I approve you can ship!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Roogna on April 30, 2012, 10:36:39 AM
mine is done! will get a picture today to you Tiella
I'll be taking my nice pictures tomorrow though
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Bugle on April 30, 2012, 10:58:57 AM
Shipping tomorrow!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on April 30, 2012, 11:19:55 AM
I snapped a photo this morning -- will send it on ^_^
I am about ...75% done with the paint work? maybe more like 85%.....but yeah -- I will be ready to get her in the mail this weekend :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Prismatic on April 30, 2012, 04:51:36 PM
I got my pony from CSA today...O M G I'm in love! I seriously gasped when I saw her XD  (Go post her CSA so I can drool all over her thread!)

I'll get a pic taken as soon as I finish what I'm working on right now.  It's about 90% done, I had to redo part of it a few times because I'm extremely picky on how my work looks lol.  Won't be long tho :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Colorscapesart on April 30, 2012, 05:09:29 PM
Yay! <3 
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Alexia on April 30, 2012, 06:00:45 PM
Uploading check in photos now! About 90% done painting. Should be ready to ship early next week.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: JSplit on May 01, 2012, 10:27:02 PM
Took my pictures last night and shipped today. This pony is sooo different than anything I've ever done. Now I'm just praying nothing brakes between here and her new home.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: AllyKat on May 01, 2012, 10:39:22 PM
Shipped today! Here's hoping she gets to her new home alright.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on May 02, 2012, 12:31:15 PM
my pony is done! sealing her today...then I will get her boxed up and ready for my Saturday morning post office run :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Griffin on May 04, 2012, 11:14:05 AM
I shipped mine today. :)
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Roogna on May 04, 2012, 11:23:01 AM
I received on in the mail! and mine should be arriving today (According to delivery confirmation)

mine is an epic tarantula pony by JSplit. :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Dee_Kary on May 04, 2012, 11:32:48 PM
I just got a chance to open up my swap box, and found the CUTEST, AWESOMEST kitty-themed custom!!!! <3 Omg I love it Tiella, thank you SO SO MUCH!! :D You MUST may post pics now :P :frolic:!!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Griffin on May 05, 2012, 02:00:06 AM
I just got a chance to open up my swap box, and found the CUTEST, AWESOMEST kitty-themed custom!!!! <3 Omg I love it Tiella, thank you SO SO MUCH!! :D You MUST may post pics now :P :frolic: !!

 :lol: I like 'must'.  PICS PICS PICS PICS!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Prismatic on May 05, 2012, 07:03:44 PM
I mailed mine today.  Meant to yesterday but we had an issue at home before leaving to go to the post office x.x
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on May 05, 2012, 09:06:01 PM
Mine was put in the mail this morning :D
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final check in today)
Post by: Tiella on May 07, 2012, 09:51:43 AM
Final day to ship is today, please keep me updated as you ship and receive.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final shipping day)
Post by: Bugle on May 07, 2012, 12:52:20 PM
Recieved my EPIC! pony, thank you so much Roogna she is utterly amazing!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (final shipping day)
Post by: Tiella on May 11, 2012, 04:06:45 AM
Just bumping this up there. Make sure and keep me updated everyone and don't forget to leave feedback for your partner!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (receiving)
Post by: Griffin on May 11, 2012, 07:26:11 AM
I can has mah package! Woohoo :cheer: 
...sadly it arrived just 5 or 10 minutes after I had left for my parents' so I won't be able to open it before Tuesday.  :cloud:


And whyyy is my pony not getting there already... I know it has arrived in the country on Monday and I keep checking the website every day but have been no updates after that. Please deliver it already! :P
 
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (receiving)
Post by: Alexia on May 11, 2012, 07:49:53 AM
I received a beautiful loon pony from AllyKat!  I was soo hoping my partner would choose the loon on my list!! Thank you so much!!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (receiving)
Post by: AllyKat on May 11, 2012, 07:59:23 PM
I received a beautiful loon pony from AllyKat!  I was soo hoping my partner would choose the loon on my list!! Thank you so much!!

Yay! I'm so glad she got there ok! Off to post pics.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (receiving)
Post by: Tiella on May 12, 2012, 11:04:52 AM
Looks like I have a package from Griffin waiting at the post office for me, I will go pick it up Monday.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (receiving)
Post by: Tiella on May 14, 2012, 12:00:38 PM
I got the most beautiful pony from Griffin today! Post pics so everyone can see!
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (receiving)
Post by: Griffin on May 14, 2012, 02:02:43 PM
I'm glad to hear she arrived safely!

Pics are up: http://mlparena.com/mlp/index.php/topic,296023.0.html (http://mlparena.com/mlp/index.php/topic,296023.0.html)  :)

Post Merge: May 15, 2012, 11:25:23 AM

...aaand I'm finally back home and got to see what I had received - one of Jupi's stunning zebra ponies! And not just any zebra, a beautiful white one with a realistic zebra portrait and green accents. :heart: Thank you so much, I love her! Please post pics! ^__^
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (receiving)
Post by: jupiternwndrlnd on May 15, 2012, 12:19:11 PM
YAY!! I am always nervous when ponies are in the mail ^_^ glad you like her!
*races to post pics*
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (receiving)
Post by: Tiella on May 17, 2012, 04:16:25 PM
Bumping this up, please leave feedback for your partners when you get your pony.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (receiving)
Post by: Dee_Kary on May 17, 2012, 05:39:37 PM
Feedback left! ^^
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (receiving)
Post by: AllyKat on June 04, 2012, 04:43:10 PM
I got a beautiful pony from Alexia today! She was the perfect pick-me-up I needed after a frustrating day at work.
Title: Re: Animal Swap! (receiving)
Post by: Tiella on June 16, 2012, 10:20:06 AM
Our swap is complete, if you haven't left feedback for your partner yet please make sure and do so.
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