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DoktorThodt t1_iskq7cl wrote

Very nice work, and surprisingly satisfying to watch.

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rainbowsprinkles_ OP t1_iskrlsv wrote

Thanks!

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Antiqas86 t1_isnxm0f wrote

Hi, OP. May I ask what you used to fixate preserve your work if this skateboard is going to be used to skate?

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kcaJkcalB t1_ism3dk1 wrote

Nice work I would add a random solid Color on occasional areas like a red or a blue just to bolden things up

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Luke_Orlando t1_isnnsjp wrote

Monochromatic art is attractive to many people on its own. I do a lot of ink-stipple projects, and a LOT of people say "you should add a splash of color!"

But those people don't have any interest in then buying that piece of art.

They just feel the need to push their own preferred aesthetic on the monochromatic piece- as if to imply the ink work is "missing" color.

It's not. The lack of color is the point.

There are people who do that style you are talking about, but if someone doesn't do it, it's an active choice. You're not recommending a novel idea. They've considered it, and rejected it already.

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JEWCEY t1_ismskhl wrote

Not sure why this is so downvoted. It's a legit idea.

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DoktorThodt t1_ismw1k9 wrote

It's an idea, but it isn't her idea. Let her do her thing. I'm sure if it strikes her in the right way, she'll use it.

Let her do her thing as it works for her.

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JEWCEY t1_isoz5pl wrote

As an artist, I appreciate suggestions and thoughts from people appreciating my work, as I appreciate the idea from that poster. Reddit isn't a place to quietly regard, it's a place for unsolicited advice. Here's some for you. Calm down. Everything will be ok.

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Mtbnz t1_isnu8ro wrote

Hey I love this piece of deliberately monochromatic art, but what it really needs is some "random" colour

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struugi t1_iso1k8l wrote

Because it's not actually constructive, it's just saying "I would prefer if you made the art that I would have made instead of yours". It's entirely an aesthetic choice

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JEWCEY t1_it37yjm wrote

Either you're not an artist or you don't understand/easily accept constructive feedback. It's how a real artist grows. It's possible to receive feedback you don't agree with, with grace and style. It's all part of honing your craft.

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struugi t1_it6x0ir wrote

With all due respect, I am an artist and I do understand constructive feedback. I value constructive feedback immensely and it has helped me grow so much over the years. But I also believe that constructive feedback should only ever be given when solicited. Even though it can still be valid when unsolicited, it doesn't make it appropriate, and in the case of OP just wanting to share their work, it certainly isn't. It's like telling a coworker that their outfit isn't working for them. That may be valid and helpful, but even if put nicely it's still inappropriate.

That said, the "critique" given wasn't even valid. Like I said, it was an entirely aesthetic critique that wasn't based on anything technical. There's a difference between "The anatomy on the left arm is slightly off" and "I would have used watercolours instead of acrylics": one is based on good technique, and the other is purely preference. And it's generally safe to assume the artist isn't interested in brainstorming ideas with viewers.

Sorry for ranting, but I generally just dislike when people give unsolicited critique when the artist simply wants to share their work. It's just basic artist etiquette.

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JEWCEY t1_it7ra7e wrote

Welcome to the internet and get ready to be disappointed.

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GreyFoXguy t1_isrjcv6 wrote

Totally mesmerizing to watch…my wife goes what are you watching? Me: …… My wife: ????? Me: It’s so beautiful…. 😂

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Land_As_Exile t1_isllqe2 wrote

Really beautiful artwork! Sadly I would ruin it in under an hour of skating. Check out Clear Mob Grip Tape, I know a few people who use it so they can keep artwork on top of the deck instead of on the underside.

https://www.tactics.com/mob-grip/clear-perforated-skateboard-grip-tape/clear

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Strykker2 t1_islr3j7 wrote

In the clip they at least acknowledge they are just going to hang the deck up rather than ride it.

Otherwise yes art on the underside of a board would never last long.

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Eh_C_Slater t1_isnfr47 wrote

You could toss some risers on the trucks, good bearings and big soft wheels and use it as a transportation only deck. We used to do that to decks we liked the graphics of and called em big wheels. Like a hybrid longboard.

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LewixAri t1_iso22mk wrote

'Transportation only deck' is the longest way I've ever heard someone refer to a cruiser lol

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Implausibilibuddy t1_ism2rfe wrote

Pyrography (wood burning) is another slightly more permanent option and not much harder to do if you've already got the drawing skills and pen control OP has.

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theragingoptimist t1_ismvh2x wrote

I draw/paint and found wood burning difficult as fuck.

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Luke_Orlando t1_isnnx54 wrote

Two things make it easier.

  1. Smooth, low moisture wood

  2. An extremely hot tool

Most kits online are juat low heat soldering irons rebranded for wood burning and they suck.

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ConfusedTapeworm t1_isni739 wrote

The point is it's art and there doesn't have to be a point to art. Hanging painted skateboards on the wall as art pieces is not an uncommon thing anyway. The large flat surface is good to draw on, it's got a unique shape that looks different than a regular frame, and it has a distinct connection to a certain lifestyle that you might want to include in your art. They look nice on the wall.

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Mtbnz t1_isnvb3h wrote

>The point is it's art and there doesn't have to be a point to art

Without a point it isn't art, it's decoration.

If you want to decorate your house with an unused skateboard, go ahead. But all of those answers you gave above, those are choices that mean something. The idea that art doesn't have to have a point, is not it.

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Ringosis t1_isny6q4 wrote

> Without a point it isn't art, it's decoration.

That is not the definition of either of those words.

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Tasanova t1_isls2l4 wrote

Magnificent. Consider stippling a guitar.

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aapowers t1_isnl56o wrote

Oooh, this would look immense on a stripped Tele!

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ikefalcon t1_ism6707 wrote

Hang up? Hang up?! You mean you’re not going to skate on it??

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Westerdutch t1_isng2n1 wrote

Somebody should invent a surface specifically for art. They could make it flat so its a lot easier to work with and hang, you could make it any size you want for your project and heck you could even put some nice frame around it. Museums would look a lot better without all those skateboards on the wall and the local kids would actually have something to use in their skate-parks.

There must be a batter way.....

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Phelzy t1_isnn6tf wrote

Yes, art should have very strict rules, and not allow for creativity or originality. Great idea.

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Godplaysriki t1_islbf7j wrote

Good for decorating. Not so good for skating. Rip on any plank for a week or 2 and there is barely anything left at the bottom hahahaa

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Hoenirson t1_ismquys wrote

That's why it says "it'll be ready to hang up" at the end

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StatusSea5409 t1_ism3wez wrote

I was thinking "I'd charge way more than anyone would be willing to pay for that". Couldn't imagine having a custom made skateboard deck and then ruining it in a few weeks lol.

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hi-nick t1_isn0caz wrote

Thought: do a high resolution scan and then make full size decals from it! Then all the hungry skaters can have the best of both worlds and at a reasonable price! ...but I'd just love this piece on paper in a mat!

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GromieBooBoo t1_ism86sx wrote

I think the tiger is my favorite, looks perfect! Very cool!

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annothejedi t1_isn5znp wrote

I really like the clouds. There is something about them...

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ittimjones t1_ismw0ct wrote

Hang up?

I'd like to see u shred it like banksy!

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CharlieW77 t1_ismgjh8 wrote

That’d be an equally badass sleeve tattoo.

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Losticus t1_ismvd8s wrote

That looks awesome! I'm only sad if you use it and it gets all scuffed up :(

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Maniac_Ransacked t1_islh2i8 wrote

Very cool. I'd get this tattooed on my back, haha.

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bryan_pieces t1_ism7vtb wrote

Killer. Could you resin over this for a useable board?

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rainbowsprinkles_ OP t1_ism9af8 wrote

I’m planning on doing a resin! I’m not going to use this to ride but I’ve seen other artists ride boards that have that coating

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hi-nick t1_isn02lb wrote

I love the style you have! the way the scenes flow and join together! The presentation of the final deck is nice too, the way the camera pans accross, revealing each new domain! The tiger was a suprise!

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victory_screech t1_iskxs7v wrote

Are you using a gray marker for the shading?

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rainbowsprinkles_ OP t1_iskz6ma wrote

No I use black ink for the whole board and do the shading with a smaller pen

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Big_Moochie t1_islgf24 wrote

Wow, I’d buy. Loving this art.

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arfaz08 t1_ism2mwk wrote

So cool! Curious, how long did this take you?

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rainbowsprinkles_ OP t1_ism8lvh wrote

Thanks! I didn’t keep track for this but I’d say 20+ hours. Brainstorming ideas takes like 5 hours, sketch takes probably 10-15, and then the marker part probably takes another 10

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PhilGoodness t1_ism47xx wrote

For sure would pay for something commissioned like this, please look into opening an online art shop!

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rainbowsprinkles_ OP t1_ism8udo wrote

I’m planning on it! Trying to focus on personal pieces for now, but I’d like to start selling and maybe do commission early next year

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Surullian t1_ismwzcl wrote

Where do you buy your blank decks?

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rellsell t1_ismx671 wrote

Can’t skate that. Must hang on wall.

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Vikurai t1_isn6kcn wrote

Shit looks so fucking rad!

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ch4zmaniandevil t1_isnes0l wrote

All that work to just get shredded off in a week.

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Chrontius t1_isp0qwb wrote

This is /r/nextfuckinglevel material right here…

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a20xt6 t1_ismcky9 wrote

Cool!....Rail slide!! /s

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Lpm19 t1_ismsgdq wrote

That’s beautiful, do you do commissions?

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Ready_Read_11 t1_ismxfd7 wrote

I would have two, one for show and the other to skate on

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sanfermin1 t1_isn1n0c wrote

Is this like the Buddhist monks with the sand art, and now you're gonna shred it?

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snapper1971 t1_isnce0r wrote

I love the Tibetan influence in the clouds. Overall it's a masterpiece.

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Snadadap t1_isnp1xw wrote

Super dope, great job! Please, what is the art style called? I keep seeing stuff like it and can never find the answer

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km_44 t1_isnu9op wrote

Beautiful

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deanreevesii t1_isnv299 wrote

I've tried a similar project before, where the sharpies i was using melted the finish on the wood, causing all kinds of problems.

Did you start with a unfinished board? Amazing work.

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chooseplayer1 t1_isoc6si wrote

Bud that looks absolutely stunning! Great work!

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FriendlySockMonster t1_isooyu7 wrote

It’s beautiful!! 😍 I hope you’re not planning to ride that? 😅

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kingautismio t1_ispvjq4 wrote

Am i The only one who got pinkerton songs playing in my head when watching this

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AmandaLoughran t1_isvwmxa wrote

It's a nice show for the eyes. Love this work.

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Tharockus t1_ismr4h0 wrote

Ready to hang up? "Hang up" as in install trucks and wheels I hope lol

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Rhyzomect t1_ismyd4u wrote

Now do a boardslide

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metaknight95 t1_isnz2mt wrote

I love seeing these but every time you know there is a 200% chance the person doesn’t know how to skate for shit (or will just hang it up)

I want to see someone doing nollie treflips on an awesome custom deck like that. Hanging it up is so boring - your deck SHOULD have battle scars all over it by the time you hang it up

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just-some-person t1_ismt6d1 wrote

Wait...you put an insane amount of work into this, and then just hang it up?

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MstrWaterbender t1_isnhkry wrote

Stuff like this makes me wish I was a cool skater to

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PostalBowl t1_ismo5as wrote

Back when North America was exclusively known as Turtle Island there were some people who loved to go out onto the rivers and test themselves in the fastest rapids they could find. Some of these people made beautiful paddle shaped art that never touched the water. Or so I have heard.

Haida Dance Paddy

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rambo6986 t1_islrvpk wrote

It's alright I guess. I'll send you mine when I'm done with it

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