Unfortunately, I cannot take any new requests at this time. I have too many (VERY PATIENT) people already waiting, and so much is going on in Real Life for me now that I have very little free time (even for myself). If I have already accepted a trade with you, don't worry - I WILL do my half!
Please don't be offended if you email me and I decline - I hate saying no, but at this rate I have to, unfortunately. Maybe someday I'll win the lottery and do free pics for everyone (I would LOVE to draw for all of you - you've all got such great ideas and characters!), but for now I can't accept any new art trades.
I would like to add that I do not discriminate on basis of skill or talent when doing a trade; you don't have to "prove" anything to me. I've been honored to have done trades with artists of all kinds! My lack of free time is what's preventing me from accepting any new ones for now.