Priestess Of Pie's posts

Yeah I got really busy over the holidays so I've been a bit anti-social sadly. I'm doing well, all things considered.

Look I will never say no to snacks.

Oho, time for a snowball attack!

I've got one you can have for free.

You actually did it, there's no going back now.

@kairu: Ha ha that's cute!

Nah it doesn't have to be cold inside. They can feel it in their bones. Mine do the same thing. It's cute though because I'll catch them snuggling with each other sometimes.

GOOD! Cats are the best things to have in the winter.

What's shakin?

Sometimes you just have to accept that you're not everyone's cup of tea. That's ok! As long as they're not harassing you or something it's not a big deal. If you find meaningful connection with the others on the server, then focus on that. If not, maybe you should find a new place with people that you do.

@kittyzilla: Yes, something is always better than nothing. You may try wearing a glove while drawing to prevent your hand from touching the screen. I know that a lot of the newer tablets have palm rejection technology so it knows not to make marks where your hand rests on the screen so that makes it a lot easier. It still happens sometimes though lol. I have to pay attention and watch for stray marks.

@kittyzilla: I used to use a stylus just like that (before I ultimately wore it out)! It worked pretty good but had no pressure sensitivity. I also didn't like how fat the tip was and it kinda got in my way several times. The disc side is a little awkward too and I never got used to it. Might be good though if you can get past that. I still use a similar stylus for my phone.

@Kittyzilla: I forget where the cutoff is, but I know some older iPads don't work with the Apple Pencil (which was actually what prompted me to buy a newer iPad). I got my Apple Pencil 2nd hand from someone on Facebook so I got it at a discount.

As far as programs, the typical programs people use are either...

Procreate which is a 1 time fee and it's a great program with lots of good brushes and features, but may have some limitations if you are used to working with lots of layers. Also kind of limited in the editing area (or at least it seems a lot harder to get to/takes a lot more steps to achieve the same thing). I think this program would best be used by someone who is used to using traditional media.

Clip Studio does have a version for iPad, but it's a monthly subscription fee (unlike the PC version). I pay it because I love the features and I use it a lot, but I know that's not for everyone.

I'm not aware of any free programs that have decent features (though they may exist, I don't know everything).

Also, being kind to yourself may be hard at first, but I promise it gets easier the more you do it.

I only have answers for 3 and 4.

Personally I've absolutely fallen in love with the iPad for drawing. It's portable and powerful and the Apple Pencil is the best drawing experience I've had in a long time. The only downside is in applications as there are limits to what you have access to.

As for negative thoughts, distractions are good until that moment passes. If you struggle with self esteem, when you find yourself in that space, try to think of the things about yourself that you DO like. Try to focus on those and not the negatives. Treat yourself as you would a friend. Also remember that you are still growing as a person (as we all are) and where you are now is not where you'll be forever. We don't need to be perfect, we just need to do our best with what we have right now.