Edit: No more timeline!

Edit: Please note... as one member caught on, the reason this section is called The Royal Court is because there are many levels. A younger member who shows amazing talent, but still needs guidance could enter as a Princess or Prince... Also, members of this section need to act dignified, and polite.

If a member is applying for TRC, we hope it means they themselves believe they are ready! And not just a "we'll,  I might as well" thing. We will strongly evaluate the artist, look over their work, and if we see an area they need some assistance in, we may have one of the TRC members assist that member.

If your entry is denied, try again. Practice, work on your skill, look for ways to improve, and try again. This is NOT an area that is inaccessible. It is a reward for the hard work and effort you put into your art! ... But, also, just because you get in does not mean you have any right to treat others badly... and, in fact, if we see you acting "undignified" (A.K.A Rude as hell), we will remove you from the position. Never let anyone tell you that you cannot do it. Never let anyone tell you only those who are naturally talented are able to draw, it's a lie! You can do it, and you WILL improve with practice! Sometimes you need help, and guidance, and you are more than welcome to ask your fellow members.

The Royal Court (TRC) is a new folder we're going to be trying out here.

The purpose behind it is to showcase the very best this group has to offer.

The Fantasy Fellowship does not deny members. We don't turn down people, and we allow a lot of things many fantasy groups do not permit. This has caused us to gain many members of all different skill sets, but has left our more experienced members feeling as if they have no set area to show off their skill, and members who are improving their art have no "goal" to reach. Even if you become a fantastic artist, you get no reward in the group. This is something we've had many comments and notes about. Otherwise, it likely would not be brought up.

Now, I am one to believe that art is not a talent (though there are those with a talent for it,) it is a skill. A skill that can be honed, and practiced, and woven to be what the artist wishes it to be. Because of that, I want to reward the members who have taken the years of practice and refinement it has to get their art to a level of great envy and amazement.

And so that is what TRC is for.  [link]

Now, to qualify for this section you must have a certain skill level...

I imagine most will understand what I mean, when I say that, but to clarify a bit:

1. This is an exclusive group. Not to offend anyone! Simply to give a location to strive for, or simply to enjoy, or ignore as you choose.

2. No "cell phone" scanning. Sorry, we really need you to find a way to scan the work and clean it up as best you can to go into this group.

3. Front-Page quality. This doesn't mean only artists who have been on the front page, but your idea on what should deserve to be there.

4. Limited errors. Hardly any art out there is perfect, but we want to see you have skill and practice in this area.

5. Full color. We know there is astonishing black and white art out there, that often exceeds colored art, but for this folder we ask for full color.


... We are looking for breathtaking composition, and skilled, smooth strokes. We are seeking artists who, if they do crafts, create unique and experienced designs. We don't want to see earrings with charms that anyone can buy, unless you have done work to make them unique and original!
We want to see the best leather-work this group has to offer, with original designs.

We want to see skill, and practice!

Now... please, please! If you do not make it into this group, do not be offended! We are attempting to limit how may are in this group, and we are basing the decishion on not only a matter of skill, but also of taste. Does the pieces truly symbolize The Fantasy-Fellowship?

It's very hard to lay out precisely what will be a Yes, and what will be a No, as it really depends on the art, each individual time.

What really speaks to us? What has a lot of passion and emotion? What do we simply see and go "that's the best I've seen!"

To apply, it is the same as if you were simply joining, except we want to see links to 5 pieces of art that take our breathe away.

It may take a full week for you to be accepted. If you are accepted, please note that you will lose the ability to submit to any folder except TRC folders!