Phronemophobia's art Reviews on Newgrounds

[As told by the young]

So many shapes and sizes like something out a Dr. Seuss book or maybe it's Splatoon's version of a Hyakki Yagyō. Either way, I've never see anything like them in passing, so good on you for bringing some love to these bizarre side characters.

ICam2k responds:

Admittedly didn't know about Hyakki Yagyō until I instantly figured out what you meant be that the moment I searched it. And I already knew about some of the Yōkai too. How embarrasing.
Speaking of which, that's probably the main reason why I love Splatoon and I kind of feel it borrows some inspirations from the latter in way (although quite slightly and it may be just an another case of me overlooking over things). The overall design of these creatures are just so captivating. You see the everyday human looking inkling and all of a sudden you find a man with a fishhead seconds after and you won't sit still until you find out more about the world they inhabit in. Then again, they are inspired by the marine life, which yes, also extends to the deep sea.

[John Wayne Greyscale Watercolor]

It's The Duke! ...and you made him just as colorful as he was in the films!

[I know what you are]

I know nothing of Pokemon after Sun and Moon, so I know nothing of the one wearing a mask, but I have seen that green child from the Puyo Tetris games. Forgot her name... *looks at tags* "Ogerpon". Yeah, that's probably it. Haven't learned much about Ogerpon yet, either, now that I think about it. Story mode is too focused on the one always holding an apple... Arle. They do share a lovably smol/green resemblance but I am unaware of how else they might relate to one another. Maybe that's it. Perhaps fashion is the only bond necessary for these two to become great friends. That or they could participate in a Puyo battle. Wait, why does that onion have a spiked club?

ICam2k responds:

Wait, I thought the one holding the apple was called Gogotte. Well, guess I got to replay the games again.
He just does. His layers make people's eyes water after all.

[boo loo and huooo]

Delightfully colorful lineless art and while you claim this has nothing to do with Christmas, I want to believe the two of them are flying over to meet the REAL Dragon Santa at the Lindwyrm Mall. I also shared this with another dragon I know along with the game. No one else needs to know about the game, and I shall not share it with others for fear of a fandom forming, but I believe all dragons should be aware of its existence.

[The crossover no one asked for]

Oh nice! You finally finished that crossover I specifically asked for! *nods in approval*

"I just thought it would be even more impactful if you got to gift yourself in way could think of." - For a few years, I thought like that and would buy my own birthday cake back when I worked at a bakery. When a co-worker found out, she said it made me sound sad and pathetic and refused to sell me cake on my birthday. Instead, she just gave me one each year.

Happy late birthday (or early next-year birthday), I suppose. I am all out of wishes to send you, but I do still have a few blessings, a handful of celebratory cheer, and brownie mix in the kitchen. If nothing is to your liking, please know that the kitties around here are all strays that wander the neighborhood. Darting them would accomplish nothing.

I am curious to know the non-Vector and non-Syrup shift in your "personal favourites" but I assume I will learn about them in your future works and would rather not be spoiled ahead of time.

[It would all turn well]

I've had such a terrible year that I forgot all about it being that of the dragon. That explains why someone told me they were replaying all the BoF titles back-to-back earlier this year. I thought he just really liked the games.

The colors... the reactions... your "impulsive perfectionism" was on point with this piece, but it is the YEAR of the dragon, so it wasn't that important to post it on the first day. You were being fashionably late.

I thought the proper way to hold a camera was tie it to the end of a fishing line like a Lakitu would do. I guess Charmy preferred the hands-on approach to filming.

Hopefully, you enjoyed your year of dragons. I couldn't find any flying about. Maybe next time. Now you got me wondering if Vector is going to try and look more snake-like to celebrate 2025.

ICam2k responds:

That last part of the second paragraph made me think that maybe being "late" isn't all too bad after all. Gotta thank you by a ton for that.
Never in my life I would find someone conclude about Charmy looking like the Lakitu because of the googles. I ought to add that in my list of things to draw.
This year was kind of drag to be honest. There where some things that happened here and there like me getting a job (there where also pretty good game releases this year too) but nothing too crazy. Even nearly missed out on putting out Xmas decorations because my bro, his girlfriend and I were busy renovating the apartment this time.
Darn, another reptile based year after the previous one? I would love to do another but I'm not sure if it would ever top the "dragon" one.

[Twila In the Rain]

I'm starting to notice a trend in your subject matter. Always neat to see love for lesser-known characters in video games.

"Sorry guys, I haven’t really been making any artwork that involves painting or coloring. Paintings take a whole lot of time..." - Please don't apologize for that. You should always create in such a way that is comfortable for you, regardless of how long that might take between each piece. Still, this is an excellent sketch and if you're aiming to create more like it, then I have no complaints.

"I hope it works out for me." - I'm positive it will!

"for whatever reason, it looks... strange to me" - It's probably the rain frozen in place. I guess you could add minor looping animation to the falling water if that would put your mind at ease. I think it's fine as is.

"not really sure what category this would fit under..." - I do believe "illustration" is a proper category for this piece. It's not a finished work, so not having it posted in the art portal is a wise decision. If you're ever unsure of yourself about anything on NG, don't hesitate to either ask a site moderator or label it as "other." That's a safe option.

ShellySunshine responds:

Thanks for your feedback! Yeah, I have a huge soft spot for less popular characters - mainly the Mario ones, but there are other fandoms where I like less popular characters. Sure, there are characters that I like that are more popular, but finding or even creating art of obscure characters is always so nice since it's pretty rare. I even take the time out of my day to search for any new art of them every now and again.

I agree with what you said, and I should have worded it better. Trying to break those bad habits.

I don't intend on animating this, but rather paint it if I feel compelled to do so. I understand where you are coming from, but I was referring to the perspective view.

Thanks, I'll keep that in mind. :)

[the halloween i shouldn't have (sketch)]

When I wished you a warm and delightful Christmas this year on the previous piece, I didn't mean this warm! Heh.

I can't say I fully understand the logic of the name, but I do love Halloween for Christmas. It's like having breakfast for dinner. Overall, this is cute (and nostalgic) to see it sketched onto some notebook paper. I did that a lot as a kid on the side of my bed since I hated using a desk. Now, I use cheap sketch paper I bought at a grocery store on a cheap folding table. Big upgrade, you know. Definitely don't finish this. It was a spur-of-the-moment piece and putting in more effort would take away the charm of its spontaneity. As for the subject matter, seeing someone set the tree on fire and grinning as they film it burning does strike me as something extreme a person might do for short-term online attention. Then again, depending on how long the tree is filmed, I'd consider using it as crackling background noise during Christmas... like one of those eight-hour yule log/fireplace videos on YouTube that some people put on to help them relax. Actually, I guess fire isn't so scary after all when you think of it like that.

Thank you, Toggle.

ToggleDragon responds:

i knew the title wasn't as clever as i thought it was XP
thanks for the wonderful review, i loved reading this so much.

[Running Out of Time]

Happy Birthd... what the heck is this?! Are you alright? Is that a dog in the right bottom corner? Is that dog in the right bottom corner alright? Hopefully, you've been enjoying cake and gifts and maybe a pleasant nap while successfully surviving another year. Don't give any cake to that dog in the right bottom corner though. It make might him sick and we don't want that. We want a happy dog and a happy Fishstick42 for a happy birthday!

Thank you for sharing all your work this semester (even if you dislike all it). If no one else did, I still appreciated it.

[What's a Santa?]

Since you won't explain, I will assume these are three authentic Santas all wishing to deliver gifts to the same good children and that the only reasonable solution is to have a St. Nick slamfest of seasonal slobberknocking. The winner is the one who doesn't get tossed off the roof and they get to claim all the gifts meaning they get all the Santa credit for handing them out. My money is on Octavio since he looks to be the biggest and toughest of the Santas. Is the wrapped gift he carries a reference of some sort? It has a distinct shape to it, so I figured I should ask. Also, you should give yourself more credit when it comes to backgrounds. Most art I look at doesn't provide anything but a white void. You go that extra mile to ensure your viewers receive a complete Cami experience. Thank you for your hard work.

ICam2k responds:

I probably would explain, but since this is just a cute "which one's better" type of drawing, there's not really much for me to do so. Plus, interpretations are always welcome regardless.
I'm betting on BigMan (mostly for causing me to come up the name "Manta Claus" to be a thing, albeit short lived) and has the Sunshine's Manta Storm to get around, but I won't debate on DJ Octavio. The dude does look pretty strong despite him relying on his Octobot mech in most of his fights. What, the Wasabi sticks? They are in fact his "instruments" of sorts that he carries when he controls his octobot while DJ-ing. Pretty good reason why he calls his mixes "spicy". lol
There are often times where wish myself to take it easy and start making simpler characters drawings, but my perfectionism just keeps sticking in at every opportunity. Heh, "Cami experience".