#i actually forgot i made this post -- not THIS post. butthe one for kendis commish smh

[grapecaseschoices]

What kind of references do you provide for your kendis commissions? They always came out so well!

Everything under the sun!

In short: Picrews/meikers, the pinboard/moodboards, and the fc. And any other detail they might desire.

The first gives a look (as well as the fc) and the second gives hints on personality.

Then we work from there. I usually ask friend's who know the character second opinion -- like ask them to read over summaries I write about description on character's (not just Kendis') appearances/expressions/style etc, to ensure I didn't miss anything and if what I wrote was clear. Sometimes, they also help my indecisive self pick things when the artists gives me options.

I also think knowing the character helps. I feel I have a clearer vision for Kendis (and I probably would if I did an Andy one) commissions becausee their personality and style is [USUALLY, lmao] clear to me -- but even if you don't have years on your IC (like I would with them), fiddling with their look and personality helps a LOT and helps guide you. Like for example for my Lala request their look was clearer for me vs my Xhyera request where I know her personality/demeanor better than her style.

And dont be afraid to put a lot of detail! And to say what you do or don't (nicely please!!) like during the sketch part. It is rare that I have found an artist that did not give me a part of their process where I can state what I wanted to change -- actually I don't believe I have; even when I'm not part of the process step by step (mostly), they always ask me my input at some point.

Also below, here is a summary of what I sent for a joint commission I've had done. Hope it helps!: