Gen Z has a collective hero complex and that’s going result in a massive emotional burnout. Advocating and raising awareness for issues is undoubtedly a good thing, but thinking you are obligated to end or solve every injustice in the world is going devestate your mental health. I don’t want to sound disheartening or pessimistic but signing a few petitions won’t end the humanitarian crisis in Yemen or police brutality. It will of course help reach our goals, but not end it. Thinking the world will change in two month won’t work, this will take generations. Many have felt so burnt out lately and feel guilty about not being able to do more, I admire how empathetic our generation is, but we have to understand that we can’t save everyone. Many others have been in activism and protesting for decade, not just gen z, change takes time. Prioritize advocating and donating in your own communities. Change is slow but it will surely come. Keep your heads up. Think globally, act locally.
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#1: Warrior-sona! Ravenwing
(Imma try and get a drawing out everyday for October but life is a thing so :/)
How many people’s most beloved childhood stuffed animals are actually teddy bears, like I feel like that’s a thing someone made up. Reblog this and put what your longest owned and/or favorite stuffed animal as a child was in the tags, inquiring minds want to know
#2: Avatar Of The Web! Annabelle Cane
aah i love your art, and liro's an absolute darling! i hope it's not too much trouble that i ask but how did you get so good at visualizing canine anatomy? i always have trouble making anatomy look convincing, they seem to always look one dimensional and flat. thank you and have a nice day!
Aaa thank you so much (and I know, right? I would be completely lost without Iiro). <3
Well, I was lucky enough to grow up with dogs all around me (my first neighbourhood was inhabited by many German Shepherd Dog enthusiasts, including my parents), so I’ve spent a huge portion of my life observing their body structure and movements. I may not know all of the dog anatomy tips and tricks whatsoever but I’ve developed a strong sense of knowing what ~*~looks~*~ right and what does not. On top of that I’ve had a ton of repetitive practice.
I bet anybody can get better at doggo anatomy though. Genuine interest in learning all about your drawing subject goes far. Most of those Really Damn Good Artists that I know of use references and do regular life drawing sessions, so those two things are another key to effective learning (it should also help your brain to understand perspective and forms better! You mentioned that your dogs look “flat”, I’m by no means a professional and haven’t seen your drawings so I don’t know for sure but that to me sounds like you could benefit from practicing forms and perspective?).
You didn’t ask for this asdfg but here’s a handful of woof tutorials etc. that have helped me in the past, maybe you/somebody else reading this will find them useful:
Wolf Anatomy: Body and Skull
Wolf Anatomy: Poses
Notes on head/muzzle
Front legs
Hind legs
Notes on leg anatomy
Paws
Paw pads
Noses
More noses
Ears
Teeth
Canine (+ hyena! :D) Differences Chart
Canines vs. Felines: Paws and Legs
Canines vs. Felines: Facial Anatomy
Canines vs. Felines: Chest Anatomy
Stylized expressions
Balto concept art
101 Dalmatians concept art
References I personally like to keep around while drawing:
Basic reference part 1 / part 2
Muscular system
Skeleton
Muscles and skeleton front view / back view
Head part 1 / part 2 / part 3
Front leg part 1 / part 2
Hind leg part 1 / part 2
Paws
Videos of dogs in motion:
Animated walk and run cycles
Canine running, animated by Aaron Blaise
Various breeds in motion
Galloping Greyhound
GSD running
GSD jumping and barking
Greyhounds
Malinois jumping and playing around
I love how in the new warrior s book, firestar comes back to life for the soul purpose of giving the viewer a reminder THAT PALESTINE IS STILL YET TO BE FREED!!!!!FREE PALESTINE AND DEMAND CEASEFIRE
When people say “all lives matter” the “only for straight white people” is silent. 😶