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About Me



Ned Arkenstone :bulletpurple: Female :bulletpurple: Atlanta, GA



Despite the male name, I am actually a woman in my twenties who likes cartoons and guzzling tea. I'm a part time receptionist for a custom automation and machinery firm by day, and a freelance artist by night.

I've been drawing for some time now, having studied various forms of digital and traditional art at North Georgia College and State University and Chattahoochee Technical College. I specialize in character design and illustration, though I do have background in some graphic and logo design. I am currently working with long time friend and colleague, Dreah Shoultz to write a fantasy webcomic titled The Oubliette.

Cons and Cosplay



2013 Convention Schedule


:bulletpurple:Momocon, March 8-10 :Visiting
:bulletpink:Bronycon, August 2-4 : Vendor Hall with *Noxx-ious
:bulletblue:Dragoncon, August 30- September 2 : Visiting
:bulletblack:AWA, September 27-29 : Visiting


:bulletpurple:Costumes:bulletpurple:
:bulletblue: Thorin Oakenshield - Dragoncon, AWA
:bulletpink: Princess Cadence - Momocon, Bronycon(?), Dragoncon, AWA
:bulletblack: Jayne Cobb - Dragoncon, AWA

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Options and Pricing: [link]
Terms of Service: [link]

Please do not complain about my price points. This is a skilled labor, and I take my work seriously.

I'm in full-on con prep mode, as I make plans for Bronycon this August. I'll mostly be working on prints and personal art, but I will save room for a few commissions in-between to help with expenses. As of right now, I have one slot open. I am indefinitely closed for pony commissions, with the exception of con badges and ref sheets.

:bulletblue: Current Special: Character Buttons
for $1 or 100 points - I'll be basing the button off pre-existing artwork, of any character pony or non-pony. I can do larger buttons like my 'showcase' buttons above for $3 or 300 points. They will be completed within 24 hours of payment. 



To Do List




:bulletred: = Unpaid

:bulletpurple:COMMISSION QUEUE:bulletpurple:
(Not in particular order)

1. Full Color, No BG for ~EnsignDrej
2. Pony Ref Sheet for =TwitchaTwitch86
3. CM Design for ~zephyr093
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5.


:bulletpurple:Con Badges:bulletpurple:

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:bulletpurple:Point Busts:bulletpurple:
Closed


:bulletpurple:Adoptables:bulletpurple:



:bulletpurple:Contest Prizes/Gifts:bulletpurple:

:bulletpink: Flat Color Digital Full Body: [link] *RuberPhoenix for winning #DeviantBroniesElite's 'Draw This Again' contest
   

:bulletpurple:Trades/Collabs : CLOSED:bulletpurple:
1. Celestia/Luna Collab with =NSslayer
2. Keaton Trade with ~kemeon (waiting on initiator's half before starting)
3. Gift for =TwitchaTwitch86

Might as well be family




:iconrottingroot: :iconfarondk: :iconensigndrej: :iconcountreglay-lordpent: :iconalchemillavulgaris:

:iconlilywinterharp: :iconnoxx-ious: :iconjokermiester: :iconepiskopi: :icontwittman:

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Con Badge Slots still Available!

Journal Entry: Fri Jun 7, 2013, 9:43 AM
Hey guys! I'm opening five commission slots for con badges (pony and non-pony) to be completed in the next few weeks after the last of this current batch of images. Single bust badges are $20, and connecting, matching couple's badges are $35. Shipping is an additional $2 in the US, and $8 for international orders (pricing for parcels are ridiculous these days).

They are backed with thick card stock and a print card stock, laminated and come with a badge clip. You MUST be at least 16 or older to purchase one, and you must have a parent's consent to give me your mailing address if you are under the age of 18.

If you are coming to Bronycon, you may opt for on-site pick-up from my table (312) at the Baltimore Convention Center and I will waive the shipping fee!

If you are interested please send me a note with your paypal email address, a link to an image of your character(s), a preferred color scheme (1-2 colors only please), and the name you want written on your badge. If I accept/have room for you in this round, I will respond with your order total and will invoice you shortly if you approve. If I do not have any more slots/cannot take your order this round, I will let you know, and put you on a waiting list, if you so choose.



I also am going to offer a pre-sale for my Game of Ponies posters!


They are $15 each or $65 for the set of all five, plus shipping.

These will help pay for getting prints made!

Regards,

Ned

  • Mood: Tired

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Q. So why the name 'Ned' if you are a woman?
A. As a child, my father would read parts of The Belgariad to me before bed every night. My favorite character in the books is Ce'Nedra, Imperial Princess of Toldnedra. Throughout my life, he'd make constant jokes comparing me to her, even going so far as to reference it in his speech on my wedding day. While I was growing up though, I often used the nickname Ce'Nedra in lieu of my real name. Over time, my friend shortened the name to Nedra and finally down to what it is now; Ned.

Q.So what is your real name?
A. I'd rather not give that information out.

Q. What inspires you?
A. Many things, from music to literature, and other visual art forms.

Q.Do you do trades/requests/DeviantARTpoint commissions?
A.I only trade with friends/artists I trust to have a solid reputation for finishing trades. I do not take requests, though in my Livestreams I like to give art away sometimes. I also do not normally offer point commissions, with only rare exceptions that I will announce.

Q.Since I am commissioning you, how long will it take to complete and how do I pay you?
A.Since commissions are so different, the length of time it takes to complete depends on the complexity and the order in which you requested. I accept payment through paypal only.

Q.Can I sell prints of something you drew for me?
A.I'm afraid the answer to that is no. While you might hold copyright over an original character, the work is still mine and I hold rights over it. It is not possible to purchase the right to distribute commercially at this time. You can read more about things like this in my Terms of Service

Q.What tablet do you use/reccommend?
A.I started on a Wacom Bamboo in 2007, and I actually still have it for when I travel. Although now I primarily use my Intuos 5, and I love it! But for beginners, a small Bamboo is a relatively inexpensive and great tablet to learn on!

Q.Do you have Skype/IM?
A.I do, but I do not give out that information freely as it is for personal use and not for conducting business.

Q.Do you RP?
A.Only with a small group of folks whom I trust implicitly. Though I've not had much time for it recently

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:iconpirahnacube:
~pirahnacube 2 days ago  New member
Howdy! It's me Shannon! Got a new devart! Hopefully I will not be as inactive XD
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:iconxnedra22:
*XNedra22 2 days ago  Hobbyist General Artist
Well hey there! XD Hope to see you around!
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~shalabajza 4 days ago  Hobbyist Traditional Artist
Neeeeeeeeeeeeeeeed.

We haven't talked in a while. :c Wassup? How's life going for thee?
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:iconxnedra22:
*XNedra22 4 days ago  Hobbyist General Artist
Hey Shally! It has been a long time! I've been well, though extremely busy lately lol. How's life for you?
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~shalabajza 3 days ago  Hobbyist Traditional Artist
Haha, yeah, I guessed. You're a busy person in general either way xD And it's been going on pretty good! Teamed up with a friend of mine with the plan to make a two-man band, since me alone wasn't working out that well. We're starting off with an acoustic gig or two at a few cafes just for fun (covering various artists, because we still don't have any songs of ours xD ). Apart from that, I'm finishing my first year in high school and it was a pretty neat experience. :3 I came upon some of your artwork in my watch folder (Yeah, I don't really come up here often nowadays), and I felt like sending you a message or something. (You've drawn quite a lot, God dangit XD But the artwork's as beautiful as always :3 ). Are you managing to make ends meet with all the work and commissions and such? (and sorry for the large chunk of text >.> )
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