*massages forehead in annoyance*

Look. In no way was I bashing Roy, insulting his work, etc, etc. I agree, he's fantastic for his age, and per usual, most of his drawb by hand works are better than his oekaki. However, it IS possible to attain smoother lines in Shi-Painter, and I was just pointing it out. The point is, he's trying to work his way up to Ian's level, and he's well on his way there. However, if he gains no constructive criticism....what's he going to base his improvement on?

Also. I know what it's like to compare yourself to people who are ridiculously skilled; I, myself, stupidly compare myself to people such as Cara Jane Mitten, Aido Rakaen, Ursula Vernon, Jessica Hickman, Roux (Hilary See Penna), Lurid, Holly Ramirez, Amelia Stoner, and so forth. And because of constant viewing of their work, improvement can be achieved. I've drawn both a piece in Amelia Stoner's style, and one in Cara Mitten's.

And for the last note: If you don't like being attacked for what you say, say what you originally planned to say more politely the next time. Then something like this *waves hand around* may be avoided.

*sob sob* Am I the only person who has never played final fantasy? Ok, I'll take that as a yes. I've seen the film, but..... yeh.....