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dA Bugs & Solutions...
`karemelancholia
reports, 2d 17h ago
reports, 2d 17h agodA is the widest and most popular Cyber Gallery.
dA is the best place to expoze your creations, to get recognition, to discover other's art. And for many other reasons you may be happy to be a Deviant.
Therefore dA have bugs...
Then read this...
dA is the best place to expoze your creations, to get recognition, to discover other's art. And for many other reasons you may be happy to be a Deviant.
Therefore dA have bugs...
Then read this...
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World Mental Health Day
*Flutterings
reports, October 11
reports, October 1131
Art and artists in danger
=cybergranny
reports, October 11
reports, October 11Art in danger!!! how far is the censorship going?
Help us support a French artist who is liable to 3 years of imprisonment!
Help us support a French artist who is liable to 3 years of imprisonment!
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The Down and Dirty of BJDs Pt2 – Buyer's Guide
=eating-dust
reports, October 5
reports, October 5Just getting into BJD, but have no idea where to start shopping? A vetran and tired of telling 1000 people that you got your hydrangea from 4D? Here's a little linksource to cure your woes. Not every company/wig manufacturer/eye manufacturer is listed here, but it's a good place to start.
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The very best of september
=RainyDaysClub
reports, October 3
reports, October 3The very best of the month that just passed. Feast your eyes!
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PanoramaClub September 2008 Submissions
=PanoramaClub
reports, October 1
reports, October 1PanoramaClub September 2008 Submissions
47
Please Don't Let All This Beauty Die...
*TazzyDee
reports, September 30
reports, September 30A collection of Traditional Photography
35
The Difference Between Anime Edits And "Vectors"
~stop-tracing
reports, September 29
reports, September 29Hint: There is no difference!
36
Tips for Tipping in a Restaurant
=FireFeathers
reports, September 28
reports, September 28A guide to any person misinformed on the art of tipping, and what it means to be a waitress.
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85
dA Bugs & Solutions...
`karemelancholia reports, 2d 17h ago
reports, 2d 17h agodA is the widest and most popular Cyber Gallery.
dA is the best place to expoze your creations, to get recognition, to discover other's art. And for many other reasons you may be happy to be a Deviant.
Therefore dA have bugs...
Then read this...
dA is the best place to expoze your creations, to get recognition, to discover other's art. And for many other reasons you may be happy to be a Deviant.
Therefore dA have bugs...
Then read this...
31
Art and artists in danger
=cybergranny reports, October 11
reports, October 11Art in danger!!! how far is the censorship going?
Help us support a French artist who is liable to 3 years of imprisonment!
Help us support a French artist who is liable to 3 years of imprisonment!
26
World Mental Health Day
*Flutterings reports, October 11
reports, October 1116
In Defense of Anime Style Art
*WingedHippocampus
reports, October 7
reports, October 7If you think the anime/manga style is not valid, I encourage you to please read this.
11
Exclusive Interview with `RockstarVanity!
*myxchemicalxkiss
reports, October 7
reports, October 7I got a great chance to interview a beloved and well-known senior and photographer on DeviantART, `RockstarVanity. Here is what she had to say. 
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Featured Artist & Artist's Award - Robin Roels
*The-Collect1ve
reports, 2d 11h ago
reports, 2d 11h ago
has only been a part of dA for a little over three months, but in that short time his body of work, encompassing industrial, fantasy, landscape, portraiture and conceptual work has definitely caught the eye of the folk at .4
Blocked?!
=Kuromu
reports, October 10
reports, October 10A few personal ways of ridding oneself of art or writers block!
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Are car photos art?
*SamBlob
reports, 1d 17h ago
reports, 1d 17h agoCar guys love cars and love looking at cars. Are photographs of cars art, though? Who is the artist, the photographer, or the designer?
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Obama's Logo vs. McCain's Logo
=HisnameisDaveyoufool
reports, October 8
reports, October 8Last election, Bush had a better logo than Kerry. This election, the tables have turned.
Who loved it?
~Madjia ~silent-pirate =DarkJediPrincess ~Taboon1 =TreuVonTrapp ~dhineyurizaa =imaeko ~sakuranovo `DragonWinter ~deet-bug ~nonee `azurylipfe =firedance99 =donmcg *adipotter =Foozma73 ~Night-Bard ~FreeForms =X4MHD ~kittylivers ~KildGeek *TheRevolutionX ~Zeggolisko ~ThePieProphet ~Nekosxe =mom-the-bomb =f--l--A--r--k ~zahmad ~nonninz ~sheepfish ~worm-baby *VeronicaIsabel =kezbabybabe =StancyMcKatt $Tachy-on ~KateBlue ~imadawwas ~ellphirillius ~rozie-blue89 *EthanRobson ~DavidOmar ~meta1 =RoxRio =Pyritie @leaf-lover ~FoenFyre =Demineerija ~yeytofu ~eyez409 $Moonbeam13 *KatSushimi247 ~PunkPygmiePuff ~Dazhur ~ihatemonday ~Disita =synthes =DarthFar ^znow-white ~child-of-exiles ~BunnyQueeks *cubecrazy2 ~Reokii !nezz-13 ~SCV45 =votrereine ~ph03nyX ~Ombrenuit `b0x0rz `KevLewis ^lyastri ¢mindfuckx ~LifeIsChaos ~Rexus-Drackon *Filmdirector ~JobobArikan =krhainos ~miss-sunshine *deNOIR ~MarillaManwathiel *timelikeit ~RelativElegy ~mivva ~SoCallMeNothing *cerenimo =M-I-R-I-E-L ~Lisf *TheeLit ~dottydotcom `kuschelirmel *FF-Boy *Queen-Uriel =arrioch ~Tikuko
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Deviant Guidance For All!
=emeraldsugar
reports, August 23, 2007
reports, August 23, 2007Do you remember what it was like when you first joined deviantart? Do you remember the first people you met, the first few people who watched you and those you watched back? Do you remember what it was like trying to find your way around, learning the dA etiquette? Fav's and comments, features and journals, friends and deviations? For some it'll feel like a really long time ago, for others it'll feel like yesturday ... or hell, maybe it really was yesturday!
You know, when I look back on my time here on dA I feel proud to have known the people who touched me, who helped me and who inspired me. I tried to share that with them in return, and pass it on to other people. So in turn, here's what I can pass on to you.
Stop The Hate ...
Firstly, I've notice alot of arguments about 'Favourites' and 'Comments' going on lately. I'd like people to sit back and relax, because we're all just here to enjoy ourselves. If someone fav's your work it's a compliment, because you touched them and your work caught their eye for one reason or another. If they leave a comment of any sort, that's also amazing and worthy of making your smile. Even better if that comment is personal or specific.
But just because someone fav's without a comment, or only leaves a 'small non-descript' comment doesn't mean you should be angry or sad. Infact, they have still shown appreciation for your work and for me at least, it always makes me smile. I think every bit counts, and I'd hate to see these lovely active people who support artists in the best way they know how being pinned down and ridiculed for enjoying their time on dA.
I personally try to reply to comments as much as possible, and to thank people for favourites on my artwork. I don't expect others to do the same because it's not necessary, but I just like to do it because I want to. If you give without expectation, then you end up being alot happier in the end when someone gives something back.
Help The New ...
Actually, this can also apply to those who have been on dA longer than the newbies. I've got a few tips that may seem obvious to some, but if you don't know then they'll come in mighty handy as they often do to me.
[link] - The Help & Faq page can be invaluble ... use it when you've got questions because there's a butt-load of information just waiting there for you. You never know what might come in handy.
[link] - Check the Forum from time to time. You never know what some of the dA staff are announcing there and again, the information can come in handy. There's also alot of people looking for answers so if you see a question you think you can help with, throw the people a bone every now and then. It's the deviant way.
[link] - Wondering about Bugs and those kinds of things ... this is totally the place to look before reporting them. I have to admit, it took me a while to actually pay attention to the Forum's, but now I check them often and they have helped me keep up to date with some bugs that had affected me without having to send a ticket to the help desk reporting an issue that no doubt hundreds of people had also done when there was a report in this Forum that I should have read. Seriously worth going to check out because the staff here have alot to do and this will help you keep up and maybe answer a question or two.
Finding Friends ...
Okay, so sometimes it's not the easiest thing to do. All I can suggest is be active, be kind, and most of all be respectful to each other. If you're supportive to people, they will usually respond in like-manner. Keep in mind that everyone is different, and we all have the right to act the way we wish to in the end ... but remember that what goes around comes around and if you're nasty it'll probably come back to bite ya! It's not that hard ... learn to love, because dA lovin' is the best!
What's News?
Do you ever find yourself wondering what the hell is going on around dA? How to be social and active, or just to see what everyone else is doing around the site? Sometimes it seems quite hard to keep track of, but the brilliance is you should check out [link] because the addition of the news section of the site is brilliant. Here's a few good places to start, but seriously, browse the various headings because you'll find some amazing features and artworks this way ... oh, and don't forget to fav new items too because that's a great way to spread the word (e.g. I fav'd [link] because it was an issue that had affected me and this news item had helped me rectify it).
[link] - Usually a good place to start when looking for contests to get involved in.
[link] - Again, a good place to get info on dA happenings from some awesome staff members.
What Else Is There?
Well when it comes down to it, the best way to start is just browse around the site. The best place to start with your questions is the Help page and generally, a little kindness goes a long way in such a big community. It doesn't mean you can't express your true feelings and oppinions, just be mindful that some people will take it to heart so if you really want to think about how you enjoy your time here, think about how people wish to enjoy theirs aswell and maybe we'll all find our happy equilibrium.
I'd like to finish with some awesome features from my favourites. I love this pieces so I hope you will too!
Love and hugs to all! ~E.
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You know, when I look back on my time here on dA I feel proud to have known the people who touched me, who helped me and who inspired me. I tried to share that with them in return, and pass it on to other people. So in turn, here's what I can pass on to you.
Stop The Hate ...
Firstly, I've notice alot of arguments about 'Favourites' and 'Comments' going on lately. I'd like people to sit back and relax, because we're all just here to enjoy ourselves. If someone fav's your work it's a compliment, because you touched them and your work caught their eye for one reason or another. If they leave a comment of any sort, that's also amazing and worthy of making your smile. Even better if that comment is personal or specific.
But just because someone fav's without a comment, or only leaves a 'small non-descript' comment doesn't mean you should be angry or sad. Infact, they have still shown appreciation for your work and for me at least, it always makes me smile. I think every bit counts, and I'd hate to see these lovely active people who support artists in the best way they know how being pinned down and ridiculed for enjoying their time on dA.
I personally try to reply to comments as much as possible, and to thank people for favourites on my artwork. I don't expect others to do the same because it's not necessary, but I just like to do it because I want to. If you give without expectation, then you end up being alot happier in the end when someone gives something back.
Help The New ...
Actually, this can also apply to those who have been on dA longer than the newbies. I've got a few tips that may seem obvious to some, but if you don't know then they'll come in mighty handy as they often do to me.
[link] - The Help & Faq page can be invaluble ... use it when you've got questions because there's a butt-load of information just waiting there for you. You never know what might come in handy.
[link] - Check the Forum from time to time. You never know what some of the dA staff are announcing there and again, the information can come in handy. There's also alot of people looking for answers so if you see a question you think you can help with, throw the people a bone every now and then. It's the deviant way.
[link] - Wondering about Bugs and those kinds of things ... this is totally the place to look before reporting them. I have to admit, it took me a while to actually pay attention to the Forum's, but now I check them often and they have helped me keep up to date with some bugs that had affected me without having to send a ticket to the help desk reporting an issue that no doubt hundreds of people had also done when there was a report in this Forum that I should have read. Seriously worth going to check out because the staff here have alot to do and this will help you keep up and maybe answer a question or two.
Finding Friends ...
Okay, so sometimes it's not the easiest thing to do. All I can suggest is be active, be kind, and most of all be respectful to each other. If you're supportive to people, they will usually respond in like-manner. Keep in mind that everyone is different, and we all have the right to act the way we wish to in the end ... but remember that what goes around comes around and if you're nasty it'll probably come back to bite ya! It's not that hard ... learn to love, because dA lovin' is the best!
What's News?
Do you ever find yourself wondering what the hell is going on around dA? How to be social and active, or just to see what everyone else is doing around the site? Sometimes it seems quite hard to keep track of, but the brilliance is you should check out [link] because the addition of the news section of the site is brilliant. Here's a few good places to start, but seriously, browse the various headings because you'll find some amazing features and artworks this way ... oh, and don't forget to fav new items too because that's a great way to spread the word (e.g. I fav'd [link] because it was an issue that had affected me and this news item had helped me rectify it).
[link] - Usually a good place to start when looking for contests to get involved in.
[link] - Again, a good place to get info on dA happenings from some awesome staff members.
What Else Is There?
Well when it comes down to it, the best way to start is just browse around the site. The best place to start with your questions is the Help page and generally, a little kindness goes a long way in such a big community. It doesn't mean you can't express your true feelings and oppinions, just be mindful that some people will take it to heart so if you really want to think about how you enjoy your time here, think about how people wish to enjoy theirs aswell and maybe we'll all find our happy equilibrium.
I'd like to finish with some awesome features from my favourites. I love this pieces so I hope you will too!
Love and hugs to all! ~E.
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Community News69 From Russia with Love=rav777
 reports, 1d 19h agoI present today a collection of well known if not very popular to fairly unknown Russian Photographers and Models from the Photography > People and Portaits Galleries. See 5 pictures from 50 Russian artists! 53 The Cutting Edge 41/08$spinegrinder
 reports, 1d 15h agoThe Cutting Edge is a weekly article that features selected high quality art products that caught our eyes when they passed through our print review queue. Check out the cutting edge works your fellow print artists have submitted in the past week! 49 Resourcefully Yours // Show and Tell #9^znow-white
 reports, 1d 1h agoExposing the Resource gallery for the true Treasure Trove that it is.... 48 7 Secrets to Stock Photography^LawrenceDeDark
 reports, 1d 15h agoGetting accepted into stock collections can be daunting and many professional photographers are rejected from stock collections regularly. Stock can be a difficult area to break into, so we’ve compiled some secrets to help you get started in stock photography and build a business for yourself in this competitive field... [click title for article] 42 Beautiful women with under 100 faves, volume 2~snazzyjasmin
 reports, 1d 20h agoHope you appriciate my effort to put this together, and appriciate the artists effort to produce such beautiful photographs! |
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Hey, *cubecrazy2's in there
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Avatar by *Icewulf111, who is better than you.
Nice article..
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I've misspelled that on purpose.
Commissions & stuff..
last.fm
If everyone followed a simple "respect each other", "Think before you speak" rule, things would be soooo much easier, not only here on DA, but in everyone's lives as well.
I find it just sad when you see someone flaming someone else simply just for the sake of being mean. They have the nerve to call it "criticism. If you can't handle don't ask for it".
Now, I may not be an expert in human relationships, but I believe that you *can* give an honest opinion, even if it's not a good opinion, about something without making the other feel bad. I've seen some of the people I watch strugling to keep the self steem to keep posting their art, and that just breaks me. No one is better than anyone.
I'm happy to say that I met some really close and personal friends here on DA also. People who I shared lots of my life on notes, or e-mails, and even on the MSN. And I'm sure I still have many that I'll add to my lovely online family. Even thought we don't talk everyday, I am always reminded of them by one reason or another, and that's what's friendship is all about I think. Caring.
I loved your tips about helping the new artists and the link to the "news" on DA. I must confess that some parts of this site are still a mistery to me, (like the forums) and I should definitely start braving them and get more inside what's going on. What a lovely journal hun!!
And last, but not least (cause you can tell I'm rambling here, right?
Have a great day sweetie!
Hugs from Brazil!
Carol
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~ Won't you die tonight for love? ~
I am also so touched that you thought to include two of my pieces!
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Join the New Abstract Art club --> *4bstr4ct4rt
Thank you for sharing these nice things
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Love is patient...and kind; Love is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs...It always protects, always hopes, always perseveres.
Who whats to be my friend?
BTW: thanks for the feature!!!
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