094: i'm on another planet / i'm in another universe

[library_of_sex]

For the latest round at 20inspirations, the mods decided to throw a strange curve...by having all participants complete a traditional 20in20 batch! We were provided with 10 interpretative themes as well as a category theme for a set of 5 icons (in this case, obscure crops) and then given free reign over the last 5 pieces, known as artist's choice icons. You

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[justinsgayhero]

You did a great job on those!, I like the deep coloring. I make icons too, like the one I'm using for this comment but mine stink so I usually don't bother posting them*lol*. Again nice job on those. :)

[library_of_sex]

Thanks for your lovely compliment! I don't see what's so bad about your own icon. I rather enjoy all the darkness surrounding Lou and how it contrasts with the shine in his cheeks and forehead! How long have you been making icons? I've been at it for 5 years now, and I don't always love my results, but the process that goes into creating those tiny boxes is so much fun and allows me to be creative, which is the best part! :D

[justinsgayhero]

Thanks!, I appreciate the kind words. I couldn't remember when I started making icons*lol* so I checked my icon folder and the oldest is dated 2004. So makes nine years!, wow it doesn't seem like its been that long. I'd say I've improved a lot in the making, I usually just make bases. I know how to use textures so I like using them to add color, I totally suck at text which is why I hardly make any. I prefer to use icons by other makers, they're much more talented then me. :)

[library_of_sex]

Whoa, you've been making icons for almost a decade? That is crazy awesome! Text is so tough, dude. I never seem progress much in that area even though I've been working with text ever since I first began making icons. Not gonna stop trying though! Do you post your icons anywhere? I'd love to check them out if you care to share them. I know some makers are shy or just not interested in putting their work out there though so if it's something you just do privately to relieve stress or let out creative energy, I totally understand! :)

[raiindust]

I'm really loving the light-texture and general lighting happening in this post! It's absolutely wonderful.

Down the Rabbit Hole is all kinds of kooky. The use of complimentary colours here just works so well in this icon - I love the way the lighter green texture work contrasts against the really strong reds, but then also lends itself wonderfully to the cyan texture work as well. There are so many awesome levels happening here that's just fantastic. Vibrant is truly gorgeous, the more pastel purple tones look wonderful and work so beautifully with the lovely light textures, and there's that fantastic almost paint-brush texture happening as well that gives this wonderful sense of movement. Chiaroscuro is sensational, the general softness is absolutely beautiful, and I think the lighting here is really, really wonderful

[library_of_sex]

How you find the time to do so many incredible things to support the icon community and its individual members is beyond my comprehension. I truly tip my cap to you for being a brilliant mod, cheerleader, texture provider, and maker. You're UH-MAY-ZING

[greygalaxies]

LOVE. There simply aren't enough Louis icons floating around and yours are superb. I especially adore Down The Rabbit Hole, Retro (the textures <3), Faceless, and Artist's Choice 2/36.

[library_of_sex]

If the people want more Lou, I will do my best to give them MORE LOUUUUU!!!!! I'm so pleased that a big 1D fan, like you, enjoys this batch, esp. some of my own faves, like Retro and Rabbit hole. Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! :D

[julie_izumi]

Beautiful set!
Down the Rabbit Hole is absolutely amazing! The colors, the composition, everything is perfect in this one!
I really love pinky/purple-y coloring, so your post is full of awesomeness! For ex cat5, AC3 and AC5!
Alt4 is very cool as well!

[library_of_sex]

Since I can't manage to avoid pinks and purples, it's a relief that people aren't sick of those colors yet! Rabbit Hole is pretty much all due to 24-amends cuz her fab textures led to such a weird color combo. Thank you for your awesome feedback! :D

[marcasite]

Kim!

Love Chiaroscuro and what you did with retro! Nice batch!

[library_of_sex]

I didn't even know I was capable of making something like Chiaroscuro so I'm glad you like it! Thanks, Michelle! <3