Okay so not so long ago my computer had about 30 viruses and a trojan that popped up out of the blue ;^;" The trojan was impersonating a scanware and wouldnt let me into any programmes or on the internet unless I bought 'the full package'.
My dad finally figured out how to open the internet, download some proper scanware and scan the computer. Thankfully, it looks like theyre all gone (although I will be scanning again with another scanware just in case).
The weird thing about this is that I do not download ANYTHING anymore - no music, manga or anime/ videos. The only time I would is if it is images from my very closest friends in non suspicious, non virus sounding comments on msn. So I really wonder how they came to be on my computer in the first place.

Im scared and excited about my work being in Neomag. (It comes out on the 25th, woop!)

London is 2 months and a half away now! So who is going?
I am banking on my 2 week easter holiday to get alot of cosplay sewing done as it is the only break I will get now until the Expo (although I think there may be a week off for half term, but I dont know). Really need to get the sewing machine fixed and find an overlocker though ;^;

The sun has been creeping up slowly so it has been getting warmer. Yesterday I practically sunbathed on the school bench! I think it was 12 degrees on monday and it is supposedly 16 degrees today (although it looks like its going to rain, so I wont hold my breath). I tell you, I'll be so glad when summer is here, Im SICK of this snotty nose Ive had for 2 weeks ><

Im still really busy with school work and commissions so you wont see any artwork from me for awhile unless it is school work or old work (or if Im naughty and neglect my work to do personal art work).

As a side note; Aww man! 1 week left of subscription ;^;

I cant really think of anything else to report. How is everyone doing on their side of the world and what is the weather like?

25th March, Issue 70, Best in western talent section...

I had my first driving lesson yesterday!
Twas a mixture of scary, exhilirating and feeling the need for more eyes.
I never realised how sensitive the pedals and steering wheel is. Everyone makes it look so easy!
I'm really looking forward to my next lesson. I could barely sleep last night for thinking about the sequences. I'm going to ask and see if I can have 2 lessons per week instead or I think I might just go insane from waiting (its almost as bad as waiting for your favourite manga once a week! ) I've dreamt of being able to drive for many years so its like a dream come true

On the school side of things, you could say I've been feeling ill.
There are alot of things I want to do but I just cannot seem to muster the energy to do them.
Some of the teachers have been really pissy with me and, for some reason, its when I'm not actually doing anything wrong, and It's getting to me.
To them when you say 'its not my fault' or 'I havent done anything wrong', they take it as you are blaming THEM. Wth? ><
Generally
Textiles is going well for once - I'm ahead of everyone in my class so far.
In Photography we are mostly free to do whatever (Though it was only today that I mustered up the courage to ask my neighbours if I could use their children as models )
As for Art though, I've fallen behind because I've been stumped by changes. The structure of the projects has changed and I have to paint scenes instead of objects.
It means I have to find the perfect references and I dont know if I'll be able to.
I'm taking the same topic in photography as I am in art (the 'exam paper' which we choose our topic from is the same for all art subjects) so the idea was that I take my own photographs and then use them as refs. Problem is I havent had the time or resources to take the photos I need and I cant NOT do art work or I'll fall dangerously behind.
*BIG SIGH*
Its been a weird couple weeks.
I feel worn down and I have no idea what by, I've barely done anything!

Big hug please?

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Hey guys, as unimportant or sad as it may sound to some, I want to inform you that I cannot keep up with messages much anymore. Its taking up alot of time I dont have. I dont mind the deviations, I feel like I have some grasp on that now, thank heavens.

I'm getting alot of activity messages since 'the lust'. Theres also the fact that I've been blocked temporarily from commenting because dA believes I am a spambot from writing the same message to alot of people in a short amount of time Oops. It's the kind of indication that pushes you to think 'right, next level then'. I just cannot thank everyone for their favourites anymore, try as I might.

You dont know how important it is to me to thank people because all the support really is appreciated! 3 years is a long time and you lot have stuck with me, good god WHY I dont know, but you have. I will not stop replying to comments, replies, notes. They take priority

Maybe if I'm bored and have time on my hands I will thank people but I dont see that happening now Sorry guys, just know I am greatful, okay?

Btw, Hello to new watchers!

Feature

~EchoSilver
Say hello to Jojo, my big sister!
She's been in a slump lately and she's moved course from illustration to animation in uni.
Go give her some lovin'!

Some of my faves from her gallery:


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Slot 1: Bragi - Wolf portrait - PAID
Slot 2: Josh L. - Neitherland colour - PAID
Slot 3: Ehryn - Book cover - not paid
Slot 4:

This was begun by =zilowar I believe.
I always have things I want to do but am never sure if I could or how it would be viewed so please copy+paste this form and fill in the gaps in comment - I would REALLY appreciate to know how you truly view my work! If you dont/ cant fill some of the gaps, dont stress out, just post it blank

PRO:
1) I like when you draw _______________________.
2) I wish you drew more _______________________.
3) I wish you drew more fanart of these series/characters:
4) I wish you did more original art of these characters:
5) I love how you draw ________________________.
6) If you were to do a comic of/about I would be soooo happy!:
7) If I could get you to draw anything I'd get you to draw ___________________.
8) My favorite part of your work is __________________________.

CON:
9) I hate when you draw _________________.
10) I wish you drew less ___________________.
11) Stop drawing ________________!
12.) I think you've been lazy on ______________.

OTHER:
13) When I think of your art I think ______________________.
14) If I had to describe your work I'd say ______________________.


On another note, according to the poll, I WONT be deleting those deviations, I will viewing and faving as I had intended to! Luckily, it turns out I have a week off school beginning tomorrow (friday) so at some point I hope to go through my inbox and sort those out, along with finish/ begin some commissions, complete personal art, work on the cosplay project and do school work I'm actually looking forward to it

On the note of inboxes, there has been anarchy over this stacks change. I only found out about it because of =Lazeros' journal. I personally find it useful because of the situation I'm in with so many deviations. However, for people who have slow computers and could only access deviations through the main message centre, it is now impossible to access deviations at all. It is a real shame and it made me question why dA havent had it approved by the public (or did they have it beta tested??) or at least given people the OPTION to turn it off! We know that dA doesnt go back on its changes so I really doubt this problem will be resolved. I guess it just means that anyone whose computer is too slow to handle it will have to keep up with the technology by upgrading their own Now just imagine the cost of that to a poor artist...


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I have one slot for a commission available! See my Commission Info for my prices, examples and conditions

Commission Slots
Slot 1: Bragi - Wolf portrait - PAID
Slot 2: Josh L. - Neitherland colour - PAID
Slot 3: Ehryn - Book cover - not paid
Slot 4: