DD is for Don't Decline! - #06

Hello there deviantART and all deviants!


Whatever happens to DD Suggestions that don't get featured?


That question has turned into a personal desire to feature the hidden talents among deviantART. Because we put effort into a good DD suggestion, and because we believe the artist deserves the honor, since they put even more effort into their deviation.
Just because the suggestion we send does not get featured for some reason, it doesn't mean we should just forget about it.

If you're not following me, I suggest you check these FAQs
FAQ #61: What is a Daily Deviation?
FAQ #18: Who selects Daily Deviations and how are they chosen?


Why 'Don't Decline'?

Well, just because a suggestion for a DD you made doesn't get featured as one doesn't mean that you should give up on it
Feature it with me, and let's help it and the artist get more recognition!


So that is the idea behind DD is for Don't Decline!, to bring to you what some of us consider great deviations in need of recognition


You can make a difference! Don't stop trying!
To this day I am the suggester of 36 Daily Deviations!
Take the opportunity to share a deviation you love with the entire community, and give the artist the recognition they are entitled to

~ You can see the DD's I have suggested in my shoutboard HERE

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In this issue
:0::8: Fractal
:0::6: Photography
:0::4: Fan Art
:0::3: Digital Painting
:0::2: Manga/Anime
:0::2: Wallpaper
:0::1: Vexel
:0::1: Traditional Painting
:0::1: Photomanipulation
:0::1: Traditional Drawing
:0::1: Anthro


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Don't you just love images that have a story behind them and simply keep on telling it? In Dragon curse I see a beautiful moment of a fantastic legend. A very inspiring work by noobest.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Digital Art > Paintings & Airbrushing > Fantasy

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It's not everyday that one gets to come across an animal-shaped fractal! Arachnophilia is a fantastic fractal in which The-Serpent-Realm makes use of commonly seen formulas to recreate one of nature's creatures in an appealing and impressive manner. Without a doubt, I'd give it a 10 out of 10!
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Customization > Wallpaper > Fractals

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This is such an awesome vexel image. The shading is perfect, and the subject is captivating. Her expression makes you wonder what she is thinking about. Just the right amount of color to contrast the black and white. Use of space is perfect. This is truly an amazing piece.
(Suggested by DWALKER1047)

Digital Art > Vexel > People

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Full of intrigue and passion, RunarAdam kidchan+ is a work of art that has a story hidden within, a story the viewer becomes curious about the more they look at it. With a beautiful palette, and excellent use of expressions, evikted brings forth an elegant and alluring piece.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Manga/Anime > Digital Media > Fan Art

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My son and I both agree that this is one of the creepiest things we've ever seen. By a play of light, it looks like the light is reflecting off the mannequin's eyes, like she is alive, and its smile adds to the disturbing effect. I've always thought dolls were a bit creepy anyway, and mannequins look like corpses on display.
(Suggested by rocamiadesign)

Photography > Still Life > Dolls and Figures

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Nintendo's cute critters can't get any cuter than they are in pikachu and kirby. SakikoAmana did a wonderful job capturing the essence of these guys! Like some of ya say, kawaii!
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Fan Art > Digital Art > Drawings > Games

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Hardly a fractal at first sight, yet with some undeniable fractal features present, Out of the Box. is certainly a rare creation. faded-ink brings forth a mysterious and charming work of art that should not go unnoticed.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Digital Art > Fractal Art

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I would like to recommend this for a DD. The reason I like it is because the gnarls stand out...pop out of this piece and make you feel like you can touch them. I love the gradient chosen, and the shading is perfect. The background on the image. A very attractive fractal.
(Suggested by DWALKER1047)

Digital Art > Fractal Art

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I don't usually make DD suggestions for photography, because it's not my specialty. I'm the type of photographer whose pictures are always jiggly with the heads cut off. But Blood, Sweat and Tears moves me and the image haunts me throughout the day, especially since I just got the news that my son is redeploying to Iraq in a couple of months. This photograph reminds us of the human behind the uniform. I can't imagine any mother seeing this without picturing her own child in the same situation.
(Suggested by rocamiadesign)

Photography > Photojournalism > Military

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Beautiful use of colors and lines makes this a dreamy painting.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Traditional Art > Paintings > Fantasy

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I've been driven into Filigree on Plastic. There isn't a single line or shape in it that is not well defined. Also, the use of gradient is masterly, from the light background to the sepia tones and the lovely touch of red which together contribute to the extreme elegance of the piece. Composition and balance are perfect.
(Suggested by Spamkiller)

Digital Art > Fractal Art

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Lake Serene by mysteriumtremendum has an enchanting feeling: the motionless water, the haze and the reflection of the mountains in the lake, together with the soft colours, make it a view of breathtaking delicacy and beauty.
(Suggested by Spamkiller)

Photography > Animals, Plants & Nature > Landscapes

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Crazy! Expressive! Random! It’s a piece of fanart very representative of the show it is about! Gotta love the looks on their faces. Excellent collaboration by KarmicIllusion and TDI-Exile.
(Suggested by EdGPatterson)

Fan Art > Cartoons/Comics > Digital > Movies/TV

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It's hard to find the words to describe E92 BMW M3 Coupe II. Never been the type of guy who digs cars, but this photo is astounding! Maybe this is the beauty so many car-lovers speak of.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Photography > Transportation

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With a graceful sense of flow and motion, and a mysterious mood inspired upon view, Dancer is an outstanding illustration. There's simply so much to be enthralled by!
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Digital Art > Paintings & Airbrushing > Illustrations > Storybook

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This photomanipulation is simply hypnotizing. The contrast between light and shadow is astounding, and incredibly alluring. But the main character does not go by unnoticed either! With such beautiful outfit, and her back facing the camera, she adds mystery to the tale this picture has to tell!
(Suggested by edwardbella4ever)

Digital Art > Photomanipulation > People

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The contrast between the two character in C'mere is what makes it so gorgeous. One cannot judge them based merely on their looks, as it's obvious she's the one in charge, while he is so docile.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Anthro > Digital Media > Drawings

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GraceLight Flowerings, by love1008 speaks for itself. Even with the dark background it's an explosion of colours and lights with a wonderful use of space. I can't say anything else, because all words seem unworthy of it.
(Suggested by Spamkiller)

Customization > Wallpaper > Fractals

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Even if I'm certain someone must have alredy suggested Motley by milleniumsentry, this gorgeous piece of art speks for itself. It's concentrated genius with its sinuous lines, sense of depth and use of gradient, plus a wise textures adding. It's really something that pleases the eye and makes you want more!
(Suggested by Spamkiller)

Digital Art > Fractal Art

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The colorwork performed by the artist in Geschmeide03 is simply marvelous! It's very hard to take my eyes off of this fractal! Kudos to Alanja2012 for this beautiful piece of art!
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Digital Art > Fractal Art

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The title couldn't be more fitting: Proto Planet by Bootsbounty really seems a planet forming in a cloud of gas and debris. Comfortably situated in its incubator of semi-obscurity, it starts to shine by the light of its star, together with the gasses encircling it.
(Suggested by Spamkiller)

Digital Art > Fractal Art

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Peace from two different perspectives is appreciate in Natural Antagonism. With beautiful colors, and a splendid contrast, it makes you want to sit in the middle and keep time frozen.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Photography > Animals, Plants & Nature > Landscapes

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Fantastically colorful eye candy. That's what Elipharon, Feather Sunrise could be easily described as. But not only is the colorplay great, the level of detail is of excellent quality too! Need I say more?
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Traditional Art > Drawings > Fantasy

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Normally, drawings are colored with just flat colors, but this artist makes her deviation far more appealing by using textures and patterns instead! BANG BANG is a cheerful image that attracts the viewer with a warmer, more earthen palette, and a lovely use of pattern work. I'd say it is MroczniaK's best.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Manga/Anime > Digital Media > Drawings

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As a fan of the anime series of Inu Yasha, I couldn't help but love this fan art, +Sesshoumaru+. Normally, this character looks more hostile, and sometimes even mad; this romantic depiction, however, unveils his other side, and makes for a gorgeous image. Certainly, eagiel did a charming work.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Digital Art > Drawings > Fanart

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It’s beautiful the way color unfolds and takes a life of its own in <a href=“khagta.deviantart.com/art/Math…>Mathura</a>. And with such a wonderful aqueous reflection added, it just brings out the raw beauty of life.
(Suggested by Octobig)

Photography > Photojournalism > Places

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Unfurling spirals by mistywisp is a sweet flowing syrup of edible colours, an icing for a deviously tempting cake.
(Suggested by Spamkiller)

Digital Art > Fractal Art

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A beautiful fractal blossom unfolds in Impressionism. It definitely has to be among the most amazing fractal flowers I've come across; Layla-Rose's work is simply gorgeous.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Digital Art > Fractal Art

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Sometimes the appeal of an image is not just in colors and shapes, it is in the amusement and empathy it creates with the viewer. I think such is the case with Mermaid Sushi, I get a smile when I look at it.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Digital Art > Paintings & Airbrushing > Illustrations > Conceptual

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Cute AND funny! ..::GG: The Great Escape::.. is a great manga-style image. Not to mention the appealing use of textures, and the interesting, minimalistic background that flows with the picture's little plot. Cool work by Megan-Uosiu.
(Suggested by Hadarniel)

Manga/Anime > Traditional Media > Mixed Media

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Let's go give them some love


And don't forget
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And help your fellow deviants

How to suggest a Daily Deviation

FAQ #18: Who selects Daily Deviations and how are they chosen?



Tune in next time for more!
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And remember to Note me the deviations that you suggest that don't become DD's and I'll be sure to feature them in upcoming issues

Many thanks to

For sharing their suggestions

And a special heartfelt thank you to Spamkiller
For a very large contribution to this issue, and for having made over 150 DD Suggestions!
THANK YOU SO MUCH!



Thanks for your attention!
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And special thanks to aleatha-q for the creative title!