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Artistic ATC *2*

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Swap Coordinator:Kyrian (contact)
Swap categories: Art  Artist Trading Card (ATC) 
Number of people in swap:34
Location:International
Type:Type 3: Package or craft
Last day to signup/drop:August 1, 2009
Date items must be sent by:August 15, 2009
Number of swap partners:2
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Hi Everyone!

I noticed that most of the ATCs I receive are collage style (which are wonderful btw), but the reason I started making ATCs was to work on my drawing and painting skills. I loved that ATCs were little pieces of art to trade. So for this swap you're going to have to draw! You can use pen, ink, paint, pastel, oils, watercolor, whatever your heart desires, but it has to be all made by you!

You are going to have two partners, so just make one ATC for each. (That's a total of two ATCs, I'm starting small for this swap to see how people like it.)

It would be nice if you included a note as to why you picked the medium you did, what got you into art, etc. I love learning about what inspires other artists.

To enter this swap you must have at least a 4.8 rating and no 'no sends' in the last few months. Newbies are welcome with a filled out profile. This is an international swap. I told you I'd make one! Sorry it took so long!

If you have any questions, don't hesitate to message me. I'm still new to hosting, so any suggestions on how to make this better would be appreciated! Thanks!

Discussion

talk2thetrees 07/28/2009 #

I'm really excited for this.... I am counting down the days for it to start!!

loriglen 07/28/2009 #

I have a question...what are the themes of the ATCs...are we basing them on our partners profiles?

Ink2wear 07/29/2009 #

I'm SOOOOO tired of putting so much effort into customizing, drawing, painting and sending out ATCs only to receive a picture pasted on cool background paper. I joined swap bot to trade art. Not scrapbooking ideas. ATCs are not called Scrapbooking Trading Cards...I really wish we could separate the two. I do, however, respect those who creatively alter. I know the difference. =) Thank you SO MUCH for hosting this swap!!!

bluehighways 07/29/2009 #

I'm with you Ink2wear!

Kyrian 08/ 1/2009 #

Loriglen - Thanks for the question. You can customize your ATC based on your partners profile IF you want. This is your chance to make the art YOU like and share it with someone else.

Thanks everyone for joining, can't wait for this to start tomorrow!

MishyBelle 08/ 1/2009 #

Wow...I'm a little nervous about swapping in this group with the negative comments above. I wouldn't want my art to go to someone who might mock it if they don't think it is good enough. I completely understand what you're saying about putting a lot of time in, because I've had the same experience, but everyone is at different levels. I think I'll sit out this time.

bluehighways 08/ 2/2009 #

I don't think anything was meant as a negative comment - I love getting hand painted/drawn ATC (which happens infrequently) no matter what the level is, I appreciate the time and effort put into something sent. I don't think anyone is talking about mocking someones art

loriglen 08/ 3/2009 #

This is probably a newbie question, but the partners haven't been assigned and the sign-up deadline was 2 days ago. Have I missed something?

Kyrian 08/ 3/2009 #

Loriglen - that was my fault. I spent the day on a bike trip and I forgot to assign partners. I assigned them this morning, so you can start! Enjoy!

Bluehighways - thank you for responding to Mishybelle. You are absolutely right. Nothing was ever meant as a negative comment.

Alright everyone, have fun!

Ink2wear 08/ 6/2009 #

Oh geesh - I didn't see this til now - I didn't mean to hurt anyone's feelings!!! I can appreciate art at all levels, MishyBelle - I was referring to the time and effort put into the cards. I hope you join the next artistic ATC!!!!

Candyn29 08/ 7/2009 #

hi, I sent my cards several days ago but both my partners are overseas, Just wanted to let you know it would take a few extra days for you to get them. Candy

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