So, I recently lost/deleted Toast's preset by accident and had to re-make it {I have looked in the recycle bin but sadly I had just emptied it.}. Whilst re-creating her I decided to go for a 'realistic' look but I'm not too sold on it. I want to get your honest opinion on which is better/what I could fix up.
First version {The deleted one}
New version
Please move if this is in the wrong spotI think the more realistic features look quite nice. Though, somtimes using realistic textures can make presets look quite dirty and dusty. However, on SAI, there is a way you can fix this. It's how I sorted the issue on my preset. If you're using SAI, I might be able to help with that by providing a quick tutoiral.
I think the more realistic features look quite nice. Though, somtimes using realistic textures can make presets look quite dirty and dusty. However, on SAI, there is a way you can fix this. It's how I sorted the issue on my preset. If you're using SAI, I might be able to help with that by providing a quick tutoiral.
Sadly, I use GIMP not SAI. I did however dull the colors down a fair bit as it looked a bit too 'cartoony' for my taste which may make it look a little dusty, thank you for your help and input it is much appreciated.
I personally am in love with the new look! The texture doesn't take/cover up the detail of your character's markings like other, more fluffier textures would do, and the nose certainly looks a bit better (as I'm not really a fan of the large noses people do for felines), and I love the way you've mixed the pelt and underfur colours more together to make it fade.
Thumbs up for v2!
I spent over 3 hours trying to get it to look the way you explained, I am so glad you like it! I am also not a fan of the larger noses some people use as well.