These frequently asked questions otherwise known as an FAQ. Please read through these if you do have a question, if it still doesn't provide you answers, you may then ask!
1. Tools & Programs
Q. What art program do you use?
A. Clip Studio Paint Pro & Paint Tool SAI V1 (desktop) and Procreate (mobile)
Q. Do you use a drawing tablet or a mouse?
A. I currently use an Artisul D16 Pro drawing tablet for desktop and the 6th gen iPad for mobile
Q. What do you use to record/edit your videos with?
A. Open Broadcasting Software (recording) and DaVinci Resolve (editing)
Q. Are these programs free? Where can I download them?
A. Not all, but some do offer free trials for users to test out before making an official purchase. If you're not able to pay, here are some free programs listed below. Keep in mind this list may not be accurate if the creators decide to charge or discontinue these products altogether.
Free Art Programs:
FireAlpaca (Windows & Mac Friendly)
MediBang Paint Pro (Windows, Mobile, & Mac Friendly)
OneMotion - Sketch & Paint! (Online)
Free recording & editing software:
Open Broadcasting Software (Windows, Mac, & Linux friendly)
Filmora (Windows & Mac Friendly)
AZ Screen Recorder (Mobile Only)
Lightworks (Windows, Mac, & Linux friendly)
Flashback Express (Windows Only)
HitFilm Express (Windows & Mac Friendly)
Avidemux (Windows, Mac, & Linux friendly)
2. Art Related
Q. What brushes do you use?
A. SAI: Default brush for lining and custom made brushes found online.
CSP: G-Pen & Mapping Pen for coloring, shading & highlights, Grease and Dark pencils for sketching, Transparent & Dense watercolor brushes for soft shading and paintings & Various Custom made brushes by fellow artists as well.
Procreate: 6B Pencil for sketching, Technical Pen for lining, & Studio Pen for coloring/shading
Sites like deviantART, assets.clip-studio.com, tumblr, etc. provides free brushes, textures, and materials to download/copy to try out yourself!
Q. How do you get such smooth lines/What canvas size do you use?
A. I switch between using 3000x3000 & 4000x3000 depending on my need. Large canvases helps make your strokes appear smoother due to needing larger brush sizes. Size also varies depending on your computer's limits as it can risk serious lagging or crashing. Make sure your canvas meets criteria first so you don't need to readjust later.
Q. How long have you been drawing for/When did you start?
A. I began taking art seriously December 2014 when I was 13 years old. I've currently been drawing for 10 years and counting.
Q. Do you have any tips for a fellow artist?
A. Unfortunately no, as I'm not a mentor or wish to be. There's plenty of online resources, tutorials, advice and more already provided by fellow artists. All I can say is observe the material given & follow examples where needed.
Q. Did you ever attend an art school?
A. I'm self taught. The only art school I ever attended was for photography only.
Q. Can I copy/trace/use/sell/edit your art in any shape or way for my personal use?
A. Nobody has permission use my artwork unless I specifically made it for you or you were given my permission. I allow referencing and inspiration of my work so long as credit is included & it's not a knockoff.
Q. Do you take art commissions? Where and what are your prices?
A. Yes I do, you can check out my info in the Prices & Examples page of my site! Please keep in mind my prices and art examples are firm unless I decide to change them over time to match the quality/demand and stay updated. I don't offer "free" commissions, commissions stand for a paid service. A "free" commission actually means a request.
3. Resources and Petitions
Q. I have someone looking for a commission/Can I recommend you to others?
A. Please do, I appreciate the gesture! Just let me know who they are so I can keep an eye out.
Q. Where can we contact you?
A. Any & all inquiries, questions, or concerns can be emailed at grimmvixenn@gmail.com. Social media DMs is reserved for casual conversations.
Q. Do you take requests?
A. I only allow suggestions for fan art, but even that is not a guarantee. If you'd like a drawing, you must pay for one
Q. Can you enter my art contest/project?
A. I do not partake in competitions, projects or events that do not guarantee payment.
Q. Do you accept art trades?
A. Art Trades are only between close friends & mutuals. Right now I only prioritize paid & personal work
Q. What do you accept as payment?
A. You can pay me through PayPal, Venmo or Cash App, my currency is listed in USD (American Dollars).
4. Personal
Q. How old are you?
A. I am currently 24 years old.
Q. Where do you live/Where are you from?
A. I originally come from California, I currently reside in Alabama.
Q. Are you a furry/pegasister?
A. Neither, I enjoy the art and media, but don't consider myself either label
Q. What do you prefer to be referred to as?
A. You call me Grim, Vix, or Salem, my personal name is reserved for close friends/real life associates. My pronouns are she, they, or he.
5. Miscellaneous
Q. Do you role-play?
A. I do no form of roleplaying and have no interest whatsoever to try it out.
Q. How do you not have more followers/Where are all your viewers?!
A. I appreciate the compliment but I create for my entertainment & enjoyment, not for fame.
Q. Can you check out my content?
A. Unsolicited advertising will be ignored and automatically declined, I do not appreciate these types of messages. If persisted, you'll be blocked.
Q. Can we be friends?
A. No, asking this makes me uncomfortable, it doesn't feel genuine to me & makes things awkward instead. I like to take my time building a connection through bonding & compatibility, it's not something I'll automatically give. I'm all for getting to know someone, but don't expect an immediate relationship.
Q. Can you send or donate free stuff to me?
A. Please refrain from begging stuff from me, I find it rude and it will always be a no.
Q. I have a question/Can I ask you something?
A. It's better to ask your actual question outright rather than a pre-question. If you need to use a pre-question, it's likely something I will not feel comfortable answering