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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do you record or stream your art?
A: I'm actually a twitch partner and I also make videos on my process for YouTube!
My streams: www.twitch.tv/tsaoshin
Tutorials and process videos on YouTube: www.youtube.com/tsaoshin
You can also join my art community on Discord: discord.gg/tsaoshin
Q: What programs/tools do you use?
A: Adobe Photoshop CC and a Wacom Cintiq Pro 24.
Q: How long have you been drawing? Did you go to school for art?
A: I have a BFA in Studio Art and focused primarily in traditional painting. I made the switch to digital painting shortly after college.
Q: Do you work professionally as an artist?
A: I am a conceptual illustrator and designer for a research laboratory.
Q: How long does it take you to make a drawing?
A: It can take anywhere from 4-25 hours to make a drawing depending on the complexity. My Pokédex drawings generally take 40 minutes.
Q: Do you use custom brushes in Photoshop? Can I have them?
A: Download my full brush set here: fav.me/d8ez5jr
Q: Do you do any tutorials?
A: Yes! I am as transparent with my process as possible. Please visit my resource gallery for tutorials, step by steps, and brushes: tsaoshin.deviantart.com/galler… I also have lots of video resources on my YouTube: www.youtube.com/tsaoshin
Q: Do you do commissions?
A: Yes I do – please check my commission schedule for availability: fav.me/d5b7csr
Q: Do you draw requests?
A: I’m sorry, my schedule is extremely tight and I do not draw requests.
Q: Can I use your art for my Facebook cover, art feature, etc?
A: Sharing my artwork is perfectly fine as long as folks aren't trying to sell it or take credit for it. Giving me a credit shout out and link back to my dA page is always appreciated!
Q: Can I buy prints, shirts, etc of your artwork?
A: Yes! You can either catch me at a few of the east coast conventions where I sell my work or head over to my online stores:
Merch: https://www.redbubble.com/people/tsaoshin/shop
Shirts: http://www.teepublic.com/user/TsaoShin
Playmats: https://www.inkedgaming.com/collections/artists-tsaoshin
Complete FAQ here: fav.me/d6oyo4e
For commercial commissions, work offers, and permission to display my work in commercial media outlets please contact me at: tsaoshin[at]gmail.com
An energetic artist who brings a spark of life to all of his creations, Eric Proctor (known by the community as TsaoShin) has spawned some of the most memorable works of art on DeviantART. His Grumpy Cat Disney mashups have been seen and shared far and wide across the internet, and his creative spirit and technical ability are matched only by his good-hearted nature. To many community members, Eric is one of the most friendly individuals to interact with. All of his Journals come with good cheer, gratitude, and positivity, and he takes time to interact and spread good cheer and knowledge into the community.
I hope everything is going well for you! We miss you <3
How long has he been offline for?
I miss your art 
been 2 years.
I liked this
Even if you're not active on socials anymore, I hope you're doing well out there. Take care.
I love the way you drew Spyro and Simba in these pieces. Gives off a "same energy" vibe
