I'm sorry that it's coming to this, everypony. But my equipment has flat out had enough of the abuse I've been putting it through, and it's not taking my crap anymore. My poor little phone has nothing left to give, and the amount of time I can squeeze out of a public wifi network in a given day really isn't enough for me to be able to do this event justice. So after much consulting with my trusty advisers, I have come to the conclusion that the best thing I can do for the event is to put it on hold until internet is installed in my apartment. Thanks so much, Time Warner.
That's not very exciting, I know. You wanted to draw ponies, and believe me, you will. But we're going to do this right. Trust me, when we finally get a Day 2 gallery and hand out the Day 3 theme, it's going to be so cool. Thanks for sticking with me, folks. I promise it will all be worth it.
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ReplyDeleteGive this girl a pony NOW!!!
ReplyDeleteWell, I feel your pain, Phoe.
ReplyDeleteI understand
*i understand and respect you for it, Phoe
ReplyDeleteCan you explain why you,Captain_Savage, Princess Luna, and possibly quite a few others have 'PM' in your comments?
DeleteWell, I might actually be able to draw something now. Hmm...
Now I do, too? What is this madness?!
DeleteLolwut? Idunno what you're talking about
Delete6:26 PM. You know, time? xD AM, PM.
DeleteLol
DeleteHaha, was thinking the same x)
DeleteHaha, was thinking the same x)
DeleteWorry not Phoe! We all understand, it's not easy and you already did a lot! For now just relax and charge your batteries until the internet is back in your domains :)
ReplyDeletePoor Phoe... we need a medic... or a technician.
ReplyDeleteSomeone could use a hug.
ReplyDeleteWell, what can we do except wait. I'm sure some of us are upset about this, but that's the way things work. Phoe, you just worry about getting your problems fixed up. We'll be waiting patiently.
ReplyDeleteBTW, anyone know if there's still going to be a resubmit for Day 1? I wasn't able to get mine in thanks to MY computer going nutty on me.
There will be a resubmit for Day 1, yes. That's how we're going to kick this thing off again.
ReplyDeleteYou've been doing this with a phone?!
ReplyDeleteMad props, Phoe. Mad props.
I understand how you feel Phoe, my computer crashed recently and I was lacking ponies for a few weeks.
ReplyDeleteAt least we can all practice on random pony ideas that pop into our heads...
Muffins, that's all I got.
Take it easy phoe. :)
ReplyDeleteSo be it. Technical difficulties are a pain, but they happen.
ReplyDeleteI am sure that everything will work out. Patience may be required.
Glad to hear that, Phoe :)
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry but im releived i can have more time >.>
ReplyDeleteIs the day 1 gallery gonna be reheld?
@Phoe Alright. Thanks for keeping us up to date. And like I said, you worry about yourself for now. You've done plenty to try to keep the event going with what little you had. If that isn't dedication, I don't know what is. :D
ReplyDeleteSad pony is sad.
ReplyDeleteOuch.
ReplyDeleteWell, this'll give me plenty of time to work on my day 2 submission. So, that's good. I kind of have something rather... large in mind.
Now just get everything fixed. It's good we got this update. :)
@Phoe
ReplyDelete*salutes and does an about face marches off a cliff*
I regret nothing!!!!!!
Good stuff Phoe, really looking forward to the restart. Hope you get everything sorted and settled :)
ReplyDeleteThanks phoe
ReplyDeleteI was enjoying this event because I was actually getting myself to draw!
ReplyDeleteHopefully you can get your stuff set up in an easy and painless manner.
On the other hand, though, this works out for me, because I had something I wanted to focus on drawing that was unrelated. >.>
Phoe i feel your pain... time warner won't be installing my intarwebz until the 18th either >.<
ReplyDeletegood luck to everypony
ReplyDeleteThanks for the update, and just focus on getting things working on your end before worrying about restarting this event. And take a breather; trying to run this thing through your phone is just plain nuts. A good kind of nuts, true, more like cashews than Brazil nuts, but nuts all the same.
ReplyDeleteQuick get the happy flaming bunny cannon to make smiles everywhere! (A flaming bunny in a 'angry space marine suit' flies overhead screaming and then it starts to decapitate a twenty headed hydra.)
ReplyDeleteOkay not exactly what I was going for...
He's also not making as many smiles as I thought he would... I can see a few grimaces though.
Maybe I should just get the happy cuddly 'acid spewing' cute kittens cannon out. That'll keep everyone busy for a while till the event can start back up again... what?
Why is everyone staring at my comment, was it something I typed?
Don't worry Phoe, be happy!
Not that kittens that breath acid vapor is something to be happy about and they're quick breeding too. At least they don't go all face hugger on you, now does anyone has cheeseburger?
Well I have my day two art so I will wait patiently!
ReplyDeleteThat recolor Twilight Sparkle pegasus is so cute :p
ReplyDeleteOnce we get things rolling on the 18th it should be really neat!
Honestly, I don't see a problem. The training camp? It's actually lasting for a time. Considering the story of the event has people being transported/transformed to participate, it ties in pretty well. I dunno about the rest of you guys, but I have some habits as a biped that don't fit particularly well with quadrupedal motion. While a pratfall may be funny at times, no one wants to do one in front of an army of griffons. Sorry, I ramble a bit.
ReplyDeletePhoe, don't worry about us. Get everything settled at your place before concerning yourself with the event. Thank you for everything you've already done for us. Besides, now we have more time to work on day 2! I'm looking forward to some incredible work!
ReplyDeleteAwww... Iz k...
ReplyDeleteThe important thing is people still do their best to put time, effort, and resources for this to happen...
Thank You very much Phoe, :D
Well alright then.
ReplyDeleteI'll just have like 4 drawings then.
It's cool.
Weird, on mobile, it only shows special commenter author thing for Phoe, not Seth, unlike for the desktop version where it says mod for them all. Maybe it's just that Phoe was the author of this oost, idunno
ReplyDeleteI think a certain blog pony needs a hug! No need to worry about us Phoe, take your time to get things settled.
ReplyDeleteThis event's supposed to be fun, not to stress you out. We can wait for Day Two (Which should be epic with the extra time!)
It's ok, if anything, I'm relieved that I don't have to rush to catch up with you guys. It's been too long since I last tried drawing, and this is a golden opportunity I do NOT want to miss out on. See you all on the 18th!
ReplyDeleteHeck I'm just proud I had something put up on Equestria Daily. I can now die a happy bronie. :)
ReplyDelete:) Don't sweat it Phoe, you did what you could...it was just a shear amount no one was expecting and technology derping
ReplyDeleteJust means when everything is back up and running, we're going to blow ya away again :D
But in a good way ^^;
I can't wait! It's gonna be so awesome to jump back into this, I had a ton of fun on my Day 1 submission.
ReplyDeleteI can be patient, however. Phoe, try not to stress too much over this. I'm sure most of us are plenty pleased with how well you've handled things, all considered.
;_; the 18th, 19th, 20th I'll be preparing for a professional exam. (If I participate before the evening of the 21st, somebody slap me on the wrist: it means I'm being bad and not studying.) I'll just have to get my day 1 and 2 super extra awesome before then and be a part of the first half.
ReplyDeletePhoe, you've already gone above and beyond. Thank you for being so awesome.
So this means we have time till 17th for 2nd day task? And if yes, do we still submit it to that email? or we wait? I don't understand :<
ReplyDeleteInability to submit =/= ability to continue to draw ponies
ReplyDeleteMust... continue... drawing regardless!
Get the torches and pitchforks! Rile up the mob! Overturn a police cruiser!
ReplyDeleteWait... actually, on second thought, holding off the event until later seems perfectly fine and reasonable. Yeah, let's do that instead.
C'mon, the whole thing is practically an artistic *party* where we play war games. If you're not having fun with it, then how are we supposed to have fun with it? We'd be pretty crappy party guests if we were all surly and such.
Besides, if it's delayed long enough, I might actually get past my deadlines and be able to participate more.
I may be a selfish party guest, but never a surly one.
Eh, I don't mind, Delays don't bother me......
ReplyDeleteGAH!!! GIVE MEH PONIES! xD
Thanks for holding out this long for us. The image you used is just heartbreaking though. *sniff*
ReplyDeleteAw, I know how you feel, Phoe. I was at loss of the Internet for seven whole months last year. I don't know how I survived.
ReplyDeleteIt's okay Phoe. Thanks for all the hard work you're doing for us!
ReplyDeleteHopefully during the rest of this event I'll pick easier things to draw instead of what I chose for Day 2 that "conveniently" got a "deadline extension".
ReplyDeleteI need to learn to be less lazy with my art and actually get it done.
NOOO I start classes on the 18th!
ReplyDeleteAww well. TIME TO FAIL EARLY FOR THE SAKE OF PONIES
Stupid internet companies interfering with our ponies.
ReplyDeleteI hope your week turns out better Phoe!
Its OK Phoe! We understand! Take all the time you need! We waited this long for the second ATG, we can wait a few more days!
ReplyDeleteHere's hoping for a smooth setup. really wish I had any kind of time to spare for this.(and maybe a better webcam XP) anyways, good luck all you art-ers doing this thing.
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ReplyDeleteI think we all understand and can wait. And January 18th is right around the corner anyway. So everything should be fine. You'll be able to kick this event back into high gear soon enough. We're thankful for all the work you're putting into it, Phoe. :)
ReplyDeleteI don't blame you at all, phoe. I am a bit sad as this week I had my schedule completely free and around the 18th School and other things pick up. Still, I'll do what I can. And thanks for doing this event in the first place! It gave me an excuse to practice drawing again.
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ReplyDeleteDon't worry about it Phoe. Whether it's hosting an art event or staying up late to give us a 4:00AM fan-fic fix, you and everyone else at EqD works hard enough already. Do whatever you need to get settled in, we'll wait :)
ReplyDeleteHave we even had a chance to submit for Day 2 yet?
ReplyDeleteConsidering I haven't started either drawing yet, I'm okay with this.
ReplyDeleteWell, at least I dont need to worry about getting day 3 done :P I got days 1 and 2 done. Now for my tumblr blog....
ReplyDeleteGAH!!
Want Muffins via Derpy Hooves Mail to cheer you up?
ReplyDeleteDon't worry, Phoe. We'll use the extra time to draw more stuff for you to look at when you get back.
ReplyDeleteWon't we, guys?
wow all the way till the 18th.i really hope everything works out. Anyhoo even with the event postponed that dose not mean i will stop practicing and drawing pictures . im going to to keep on drawing and put up a new picture whenever i can. i have even decided to make a one shot comic for to practice.
ReplyDeleteI wish I could draw for this. But alas, I don't have any software or a scanner.
ReplyDeleteI was looking forward to partaking in my first artist training ground too... Oh well, I can wait.
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ReplyDeleteNo worries, mate! I'll be working on my day two piece with increasing detail, then. :D
ReplyDeleteOk I have a serious question. My boyfriends brothers, whom are 19 year old, have a thing for my little pony. And I think this is extremely weird. Can someone please tell me what it is that is so appealing about this show. I watched a little of it, thinking that maybe it was adult oriented and that after watching it I would understand their obsession, but after watching it it just made me worry more. So if someone could please explain to me what it is about this show that makes it so interesting to them? Is it some type of fetish thing? Are a lot of people who like it male adults?
ReplyDeleteMy e-mail is [email protected] or you can look me up on facebook Name to search for : Cherish Pasterick PENNSYLVANIA. You can also reply to me on here but this is the first time Im on here and I don't know when ill be back to check it. Please if you can help me out because my boyfriend and I are concerned and wondering why a 19 year old adult male would be so into my little pony. Thank you so much.
It's okay Phoe! We all understand, and we forgive you :) I'm just sorry you're having to go through all this. You're amazing for sticking with it, and for that we thank you. I'm looking forward to January 18! :D
ReplyDeleteWell, there is a lot to like about the show, I don't see why you wouldn't like the show unless you were so insecure about maturity that the concept of watching a children's show made you feel odd. The production value is amazing and has this kind of charm that just draws people in. Watching a few episodes isn't going to change any opinions, most people won't admit their into the series until around the 10th episode. sometimes even later. Honestly, It's perfectly normal he likes it, otherwise their wouldn't be such a large community around it >.> I hope this clears somethings up for you, because it is NOT a fetish. Fetishes are sexual, and most of the fans are not into ponies like that. Take it from a 16 year old metal guitarist and fighting enthusiast, there's nothing "unmanly" about this show unless your some insecure nut.@14bdc8d4-3dac-11e1-989c-000f20980440
ReplyDeleteThank you Phoe for your incredible dedication. I will be patiently waiting for that day. (And besides, now that I started drawing, it will be hard to hold me back ^^)
ReplyDeleteThe pic is just adorable /)^3^(\
ReplyDeleteIt's OK Phoe. Whatever works better for you will be ok with me. Sorry that you have to worry about us. IRL issues come before IIL issues.
ReplyDeleteI'm actually glad about the delay, I think I was a bit too ambitious with my drawing for the second day... I have two pieces ready, three or four more to go! >.<
ReplyDeleteThanks for doing this much with a phone, Phoe. I know I hate browsing with a phone and I can't even imagine what you are going through...
So, no new assignments? Okaay, I'm just going to assume there will be "ponies on the battlefield" later. There better be.
ReplyDeleteSrsly guys, a week to draw ponies training is a bit too much.
Don't sweat it Phoe, this will give people a chance to finish up their pictures if they haven't done already :)
ReplyDeleteYay, now this'll cut into dissertation time and not exam revision time! ^.^ (this is better :P )
ReplyDeleteBest wishes to you Phoe!
Then I shall wait till it's time to draw pony.
ReplyDeleteI was ultra upset that i wasn't going to make it since i got sick right in the days where the drawing grounds thing should have been, so i'm actually really happy it got postponed! I still missed day 2 though. :(
ReplyDeleteIt's OK Phoe. Everyone appreciates the time and dedication you put into these events. Also I have an exam and important project application due next week, which will all be over when the event resumes so I'll be able to spend a decent amount of time working on each day's entry.
ReplyDeleteAlso gives me more spare time to throw together the comic idea for day two's theme- I've not drawn a comic before and I have real trouble with pony proportions so it'll be challenging.
I suppose I'm also in the 'kinda glad it got postponed' camp, would have just missed it otherwise instead of just day 1.
ReplyDeleteOn the other hand, technical issues aren't fun, especially for Phoe, so I'm a little conflicted as to how I should feel :/
Someone should really create a foundation called "Give Phoe money for decent hardware"
ReplyDeletePhoe, you're an absolute angel for doing this, it's been fantastic so far regardless of all the setbacks!
ReplyDeleteJust relax for awhile, this gives us all plenty of time to make our day 2 drawings as awesome as possible.
Thank you!
it's okey phoe. Actually this is better for me as I've had no time to participate this week. Hopefully I have more time when the atg resumes.
ReplyDelete@Kein
ReplyDeleteHere is the OC's dA
I'm actually quite relieved in a way, I really should be revising for my exam re-takes. So I'm not disappointed and you will still be getting your complimentary bath towel in the mail. Hope everything gets solved soon!
ReplyDeleteOh good that I wasn't up at 8 am making that picture.
ReplyDeleteNo wait...
18th? Dang. I think I might have some event around that time. 20-ish or something. Gotta work extra hard then I guess.
i wanna post pony but can't ergh wesnday better hurry up and get here.
ReplyDeleteThis gives us time to work on Day 2 assignment Phoe, don't sweat it ;)
ReplyDelete@Thaway2playit_XDSure, draw on paper then.
ReplyDeleteI guess it's never too late :
@Thaway2playit_XDSure, draw on paper then.
ReplyDeleteI guess it's never too late :
I'll try to make good use of the extra time and actually draw an entry for day 1 which I missed.
ReplyDeleteThis event is cool, haven't drawn since I was a kid but thanks to this I think I've just found a new hobby! :)
@UnlicensedBrony ...so thank you Phoe for hosting this event and I hope your equipment feels better soon.
ReplyDeleteI should take my time to draw for Day 1 submissions :3
ReplyDeleteDamn, I was gonna draw Trixie ;_; ( I am begining to like her)
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ReplyDeleteI cant even find the topic for the for the first post about the artist training grounds, has it started already with day 1?
ReplyDeleteO.O
ReplyDeleteSorry. It's just that when I read everypony's comments about Day 1, Day 2 and Day 3, I can't not think of this:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JOk0I-1K_bo
Inb4 "You shouldn't have done that".
You may want to push it back another day. SOPA bill protests may interfere with the ability to post.
ReplyDeleteYeah, the whole 'internet blackout' thing is going on tomorrow. I was thinking of doing it as well, but I really, really would hate to miss a day of this... Maybe at least you could extend the due date toe Thursday night?
ReplyDeleteFinally, I couldn't participate in the last one so long ago due to business and lack of motivation, but now armed with zero talent and zero skill I shall submit things with RECKLESS ABANDON!! THANKS PHOE YOU ARE THE GREATEST
ReplyDelete...It tis the 18th
ReplyDeleteWe can't I has ponies?
Well, in fairness, yesterday was the SOPA thing. But today, idk.
ReplyDeleteI am disappoint about the lack of pony training ground news. I hope everything's fixed soon.
ReplyDeleteergh wish it would just hurry up all this hassle for internet if only there was a way i could help.
ReplyDeletei finished the day two entry i hope i dont miss it on accident
ReplyDeleteI see that it's not up yet, which is fine by me at the moment. I got the 2nd part done and I'm kinda busy with other things so this has been a blessing for me because I don't want to miss any days of the new ATG. Though that's my fault for wanting to do comics instead of single pictures ^^;
ReplyDeletehow dare they not make internet free for someone of your worth
ReplyDelete~twilight-trixie~
Any idea when this'll start back up again, yet?
ReplyDeleteAand 20 of Jan is almost there. Nothing yet.
ReplyDeleteHow about a fucking update? Or at least a short message, "sorry guys, no time now, wait until x"?
Where's respect...
Got my picture ready, got the second chapter of my fanfic ready too! (Well I guess I could post that anytime, but I was hoping for some more inspiration from the day 2 submissions)
ReplyDeleteReady for day 2!
Heh heh, you're giving me too much credits. I am not good at drawing ponies.
ReplyDelete@SethistoCan you giv me the link to the recolored Twilight Sparkle pegasus, please?
ReplyDelete"There will be a resubmit for Day 1" you fucking wish
ReplyDeleteAlright, I'll just post my day 1 submission here
Day 1 by IkkouSoryu
@IkkouSoryu
ReplyDeletewhoa whoa whoa, calm down.
its understandable to be annoyed by the lack of an update.
But these people have been good to us. We cant expect them to work themselves to the bone, like they had to on the first day.
They will update/restart when they can
C'mon, guys. We need to be patient and understanding here. We're an awesome fandom. Let's not let impatience and entitlement get the better of us. Those things are why some fandoms can't have nice things.
ReplyDeleteJust for fun:
My new day 1 offering (Note that Soarin' is in uniform)
http://mysecsha.deviantart.com/#/d4mlv0m
My day 2 (Note that there are trainees training in the distance. TECHNICALLY THERE IS TRAINING!):
http://mysecsha.deviantart.com/#/d4mlulb
also, in retrospect adding the "real" backgrounds and filling in the ground doesn't seem as clever as it did when I was doing it.
also also, why yes mine are shameless promotion for my fic Wild Sky Yonder, thanks for asking ^_^
@Mysecsha
ReplyDeleteMaybe.. maybe those should have been links (1)
Heh... (2)
@Mysecsha
ReplyDeleteYou are right, it looks kinda funny with the fotograph in the background.
I found myself using fotos as backgrounds too. But even after putting them through a dozen filters, it just clashed with the characters.
So I started drawing backgrounds. Still need some practice though.
like your story btw
Could add a link to my day 2 submission too.
ReplyDeleteTraining Day
what happened to the ATG?
ReplyDelete@Mysecsha dude dont worry about backgrounds, i just coloured the ground in my first entry green and added a few stripes for grass. other than that it was blank :)
ReplyDeleteI wish they'd give an update, as this is the only real direction I've ever had with my (terrible) pony art. However, I understand the limitations when it comes to internet troubles. I'm also running internet from my phone on a completely capped connection, meaning I'm slowed to little more than a crawl.
ReplyDeleteOh well, so long as they get it running soon, I'll be happy.
So it's still suspended so far?
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