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About Me Deviant Premium Member Mel Mather23/Female/United States Groups group avatar #Terence-and-Tumnus
 
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Looks like I have the honor of being the one to critique this. Well, I shall do my best. First of all, the lighting on this is very wel...

by ~dronio

This has been executed almost flawlessly. Frankly, I can't see how this can be made any better. The lighting is magnificent (you have a...

by *nippy13

Just about everything in this is essentially perfect. If there are any flaws, they are very, very subtle, and don't diminish the qualit...

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What You Need to Know

:bulletred: Like everyone else on DA, I retain the right to draw (and write) whatever I please, so long as I remain within certain boundaries. On that account, don't go around telling me what I can and can't draw. I don't tell YOU people what to draw. If you don't like my art (or my stories), no one said you had to watch me in the first place.

:bulletred: I accept constructive criticism on my work. But I do NOT tolerate flames. It's just a waste of your time, and it does no one any good. I can handle being told where improvement could be used and how the piece could be better, but don't just trash me and my art, saying "oh, this sucks" or "you have no talent". Like the saying goes, if you can't say something nice, don't bother saying anything at all.

:bulletred: Lately, people have been asking me if it's okay that they draw my OC, Terence. I have no objection to anyone drawing (or writing about) my unicorn/human character, or any of my original characters. I love receiving gift art. The only rules are that you credit me (I'm a nice person, for the most part; but stealing my art is a surefire way to get on my bad side!), that you show me what you've done so I can check it out, and you do not (I repeat, do NOT) try to make any money off my character behind my back. Dishonesty is not worth the few measly dollars you manage to scrounge from it.

:bulletred: I am a very spiritual person, and I am not afraid to show it. I am not trying to be overly preachy, or make anybody look bad. I am only sharing what I personally believe in; whether or not you agree with me is your decision, not mine. I don't expect you to agree with me, but I do expect you to be kind and considerate of me. Even if we don't share the same beliefs, we can still be polite to each other. Respect me, and I'll respect you.

:bulletred: I don't mind making art for other people. But once I get a little more caught up with my projects, I'm going to take a little vacation from free requests. I don't want to make more promises than I can deliver, don't want to do more than I have the time and strength to do. I may be generous, but I don't want to develop an ulcer. If you want something from me, don't just come right up in my face and demand "draw this, draw that". Ask me nicely, and I may consider it. I'll be doing trades as well, and commissions are now available.

:bulletred: The prices of the commissions vary. You'll have to talk to me, and we'll settle on a reasonable price. It will depend on how many characters you want, and how detailed you want it. For every picture, no matter who is in it or how complex it is, it will cost you $5 extra for full color. I refuse to do any characters that are already copyrighted to someone else, without prior consent. I'll be more than happy to do your own OC, or even include Terence in the mix.

:bulletred: Whether I'm doing commissions, trades, or requests, the standard is the same: I refuse to draw anything involving sex (I don't mind some kissing, but NO French kissing or necking), nudity, excessive gore, or anything that promotes hate or shames another individual or country.

:bulletred: And one more thing: Terence and Tumnus are NOT homosexual. Yes, they love each other, but in a purely brotherly manner. They are not gay, in any way.

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Sunday Story - A Seed of Kindness

Journal Entry: Sun May 27, 2012, 2:24 PM
  • Mood: Hope


One winter night, an old couple dashed into the lobby of a small Philadelphia hotel, hoping for a room. But the clerk said, "All the rooms are full."

As they started to leave he said, "Would you be willing to sleep in my room? It's not a suite, but I think you'll be comfortable." At first they were reluctant, but he insisted, "Don't worry, I can sleep in the office." So they accepted.

The next morning when it was time to check out, the old gentleman said to the clerk, "Thank you, you should be the manager of the best hotel in the country. Maybe someday I'll build one for you." The clerk was amused, smiled, and thanked him.

Two years later the clerk received a round-trip ticket to New York City, and a letter thanking him again for his kindness. The old couple was inviting him to come and visit them. Although he's forgotten the incident, he decided to accept their offer.

When he arrived in New York City, they took him to the corner of 34th street and 5th Avenue. "That," said the elderly gentleman, pointing to a magnificent skyscraper, "is the hotel I have just built for you to manage."

The clerk said, "You must be joking."

"I can assure you I'm not," he said.

The old gentleman's name was William Waldorf Astor. The hotel was the original Waldorf-Astoria. The young clerk was George C. Bolt, its first manager.

Don't forget to sow another seed of kindness today, for you can never tell what your harvest will be.


~ Author Unknown

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:star: Devotee of Tumnus :star:

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:star: Promoter of Sweetness and Slapstick :star:

:star: Active member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and proud to admit it! :star:

Devious Info

  • Current Residence: Somewhere, in my own little fantasy world...
  • Interests: Writing, reading, music, art, scrapbooking, baking, Tumnus and Terence
  • Favourite movie: The Chronicles of Narnia, Lord of the Rings, The Last Unicorn, Disney
  • Favourite band or musician: *NSYNC, Backstreet Boys, Celine Dion, Phil Collins, Josh Groban
  • Favourite genre of music: Soft Music
  • Favourite artist: James Baxter, Andreas Deja, Michelle Walker
  • Favourite poet or writer: Bruce Coville, Peter S. Beagle, J.K. Rowling, Christopher Paolini, Lurlene McDaniel, Shakespeare
  • Favourite photographer: My brother-in-law, Joel
  • Favourite style of art: Tradigital (2D mixed with 3D)
  • Favourite game: Anything involving Mario, or Donkey Kong
  • Favourite gaming platform: Um...Nintendo?
  • Favourite cartoon character: Spirit from "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron"
  • Personal Quote: "Even if you don't go looking for miracles, miracles often come looking for you."
  • Tools of the Trade: Pencil and pen, with Photoshop

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Have any of your drawings/stories made you, yourself, cry? 

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36 deviants said Yes. :tears:
39%
29 deviants said Not yet. ;)
13%
10 deviants said Pfft, not likely. :roll:

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~BorisFedorov:iconBorisFedorov:
So how's it going Mel
Thu May 10, 2012, 8:12 AM
*MandiPope:iconMandiPope:
Peace be with you, I pray to God that he brings you Joy and Happiness!
Fri Mar 23, 2012, 11:42 AM
*MandiPope:iconMandiPope:
Mandi Pope RIDICULOUSLY adores, loves, admires and looks up to Mel Mather!!!!
Mon Feb 27, 2012, 10:15 AM
*MandiPope:iconMandiPope:
Happy belated New Year, sweet sister, I love you!
Wed Jan 4, 2012, 11:18 AM
*MandiPope:iconMandiPope:
*shouts at Mel* I LOVE YOU! MERRY CHRISTMAS!
Fri Dec 30, 2011, 3:02 AM
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Another member of the LDS church! *high fives* Awesomeness!!!!
Thu Dec 22, 2011, 6:38 PM
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Just leaving a random shout. :D
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Hiiii.~
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MANDI POPE LOVES MEL MATHER!!!!
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Hi-de-ho, good neighbor!
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:love: :hug: Sending love and hugs your way!

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Sending dragon hugs and kisses your way! :icondragonlick: :icondragonglomp:

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~Courage101 2 days ago  Hobbyist Writer
Missed you on Facebook! :D

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I'm on now.

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:)

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Thanks for the watch! I'm honored! 8D

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You're watching me. It was only fair that I return the favor. ;)

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*Taralen 3 days ago  Student Writer
;)

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