Charlie's Action Fighter!
Thistle Xandra
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Originally Posted by Chicken of the Seas
Charlie Charlie Charlie. I can't wait to see you hit it big someday. Then I can say I knew that guy. =P
I totally agree with this 
Charlie Dayman
frostkisses
I wish they would have done more to give Bubbles a story and a concept art at least 
even if they didnt put him in as a main antagonist.
<3 Jormag...must be something about the ice ^_^
I LOVE dragons, so I'm super excited to see more art from you and definately interested in your interpretation of them!
even if they didnt put him in as a main antagonist. <3 Jormag...must be something about the ice ^_^
I LOVE dragons, so I'm super excited to see more art from you and definately interested in your interpretation of them!
Charlie Dayman
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Originally Posted by frostkisses
I wish they would have done more to give Bubbles a story and a concept art at least even if they didnt put him in as a main antagonist.
<3 Jormag...must be something about the ice ^_^
I LOVE dragons, so I'm super excited to see more art from you and definately interested in your interpretation of them! I'm guessing there's NO art of Bubbles whatsoever since he's going to be the main baddie for the Cantha expansion, as Kralk will be to Elona. I'm sure we'll start seeing more art of them once the first game comes out, and they start working on the other continents.
As for Bubbles, I want to include some sort of bioluminescence since he's the "Deep Sea Dragon". I want to move away from sort of the decayed and barnacled look since that's more of Zhaitan's bag.
And yeah, I figured you liked Jormag because of the ice, lol.
even if they didnt put him in as a main antagonist. <3 Jormag...must be something about the ice ^_^
I LOVE dragons, so I'm super excited to see more art from you and definately interested in your interpretation of them! I'm guessing there's NO art of Bubbles whatsoever since he's going to be the main baddie for the Cantha expansion, as Kralk will be to Elona. I'm sure we'll start seeing more art of them once the first game comes out, and they start working on the other continents.
As for Bubbles, I want to include some sort of bioluminescence since he's the "Deep Sea Dragon". I want to move away from sort of the decayed and barnacled look since that's more of Zhaitan's bag.
And yeah, I figured you liked Jormag because of the ice, lol.
frostkisses
oooOOooOOoOO!
^ some sort of odd girly squeal...
neat idea!!! should definately try to go with that.
With maybe a body structure like this? Lots of insane teeth like the angler fish...Anyways, gettin ahead of myself lol....
I hope they do release more, but I dont hold my breath for Bubbles since they havent even given him a proper name q.q
And its not just the ice
I think the concept art for the Icebrood looks neat too.
^ some sort of odd girly squeal...
neat idea!!! should definately try to go with that.
With maybe a body structure like this? Lots of insane teeth like the angler fish...Anyways, gettin ahead of myself lol....
I hope they do release more, but I dont hold my breath for Bubbles since they havent even given him a proper name q.q
And its not just the ice
I think the concept art for the Icebrood looks neat too.
Charlie Dayman
I have it on good authority that the Canthan Elder Dragon's full name will in fact be, Bubbles. Bubbles, the Death Dealer.
And yes, he/she would have features similar to Gulper Eel's, Angler Fish, or whatever else you can really find down there. I don't have an exact image in my head yet, but that's where research on deep sea creatures comes in.
And yes, he/she would have features similar to Gulper Eel's, Angler Fish, or whatever else you can really find down there. I don't have an exact image in my head yet, but that's where research on deep sea creatures comes in.
frostkisses
I like it... has a nice ring to it!
Death By An Arrow
I think Bubbles melded with deep sea creatures sounds like an excellent idea. Just the vastness of organisms in the deep sea ocean exceed those for all the species of land animals (and I suppose higher level fish as well. like salmon and such). So the inspiration one can derive from the oceans is literally larger than you can possibly imagine.
/wants to study zoology in university.
I would just suggest staying away from things like feelers or antennae; those might look wierd on a dragon. LOL
Edit: I actually think the body structure for the fish frostkisses posted would work well. it looks sort of reptilian, minus the fins, which screams dragon right at me.
/wants to study zoology in university.
I would just suggest staying away from things like feelers or antennae; those might look wierd on a dragon. LOL
Edit: I actually think the body structure for the fish frostkisses posted would work well. it looks sort of reptilian, minus the fins, which screams dragon right at me.
Charlie Dayman
I don't think anything would be dumb enough to fall for a glowing antennae lure hanging off of a colossal dragon's face. And if it does, then it deserved to be eaten.
Yeah, Bubbles I think would be fairly reptilian-like or have certain features that resembled the usual Dragon's face structure. However, I'll probably make it more sleek and streamlined like that of an Eel.
Yeah, Bubbles I think would be fairly reptilian-like or have certain features that resembled the usual Dragon's face structure. However, I'll probably make it more sleek and streamlined like that of an Eel.
Death By An Arrow
Oh you'd be surprised. Just as fish fall for metal hooks and fishing lures, preying fish think of it as if it was a small, shiny fish. The angler fish wiggles it around a little bit and as soon as any contact is made, it's jaw automatically reflexs shut near/around it. So the fish dont necessarily have to eat it, they just have to touch it.
Would YOU touch a big glowing ball if it just floated up in front of you? ;P
And I would suggest perhaps looking into the moray eel. Sort of for the shape and background, not necessarily the pattern (unless you think Bubbles should be pokadotted. it could work... >.>). They've got a jaw that sort of shoots out of their throat, cause for somereason it hangs out back there when it's mouth is closed. They are also quite vicious; perfect for a dragon trying to overthrow Tyria
Would YOU touch a big glowing ball if it just floated up in front of you? ;P
And I would suggest perhaps looking into the moray eel. Sort of for the shape and background, not necessarily the pattern (unless you think Bubbles should be pokadotted. it could work... >.>). They've got a jaw that sort of shoots out of their throat, cause for somereason it hangs out back there when it's mouth is closed. They are also quite vicious; perfect for a dragon trying to overthrow Tyria
InfestedHydralisk
I think you would fit in Arenanet's designing team.
Perynne
Wow, that dragon looks amazing. I think I prefer your design over the "official" one, since yours stands out by being more original than the usual design for a dragon. That mask face is truly terrifying. :3
You've also managed to capture nice depth, with a hazy background and a sharp foreground. All the haziness around it makes the dragon look more and more intimidating, which is probably what the dragon would want too.
You've also managed to capture nice depth, with a hazy background and a sharp foreground. All the haziness around it makes the dragon look more and more intimidating, which is probably what the dragon would want too.
Charlie Dayman
@Death: I would definitely touch a glowing orb if it appeared in front of me, if you seemingly catch my drift if it were.
@Aero: Hah, I hope Bubbles, The Death Dealer is its official name. It fits perfectly with Primordus, Kralkatorik, Zhaitan, Jormag, and Bubbles. Should I start calling you that from now on?
@IH: Maybe one day. I think right now, one of my biggest problems is creating a distinct visual style. I feel like a lot of people seem to think I'm trying to copy Kekai's style - which I'm not ACTIVELY trying to do at least. It's difficult not making my work look like his when my natural drawing style is similar - strong contrast/silhouettes and expressive brush strokes.
@Perynne: Thanks, this was mainly a piece to practice depth. I wanted to make it seem like Kralk was in your face, but also so big that he's also reaching back over hills. I think I got that illusion down, though the biggest mistake I see is in the middle-ground where his hand is crashing down. The perspective on that should feel more distance - it looks a bit too close to the viewer.
At least I know what to look out for on my next landscapes and whatnot.
And this is totally unrelated, but we've been watching Looney Toon clips in my Character Design class to study their designs, expressions, etc. I forgot how much I loved these cartoons, so have some just because:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pccO1...eature=related
@Aero: Hah, I hope Bubbles, The Death Dealer is its official name. It fits perfectly with Primordus, Kralkatorik, Zhaitan, Jormag, and Bubbles. Should I start calling you that from now on?
@IH: Maybe one day. I think right now, one of my biggest problems is creating a distinct visual style. I feel like a lot of people seem to think I'm trying to copy Kekai's style - which I'm not ACTIVELY trying to do at least. It's difficult not making my work look like his when my natural drawing style is similar - strong contrast/silhouettes and expressive brush strokes.
@Perynne: Thanks, this was mainly a piece to practice depth. I wanted to make it seem like Kralk was in your face, but also so big that he's also reaching back over hills. I think I got that illusion down, though the biggest mistake I see is in the middle-ground where his hand is crashing down. The perspective on that should feel more distance - it looks a bit too close to the viewer.
At least I know what to look out for on my next landscapes and whatnot.
And this is totally unrelated, but we've been watching Looney Toon clips in my Character Design class to study their designs, expressions, etc. I forgot how much I loved these cartoons, so have some just because:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pccO1...eature=related
Ravenhawk
lol I always watched these when I was a kid.
About style, I dont think yours look 100% similar with Kekai's. I see the similarities though. I think it has more to do with the color palette that you use as well. I am sure you have several influences other than Kekai's and maybe looking at their artworks and subconsciously fusing their styles could work for you. (Unless all the artist influences you have are similar in style as well).
When I see your works and think that you should be working for anet, I don't really think that it's because you have the same style as their artist. It means your works look professional and I wouldn't be surprised if you landed you a job there lol (Hey this is a GW website, whose artwork do you think you can be compared to =P).
About style, I dont think yours look 100% similar with Kekai's. I see the similarities though. I think it has more to do with the color palette that you use as well. I am sure you have several influences other than Kekai's and maybe looking at their artworks and subconsciously fusing their styles could work for you. (Unless all the artist influences you have are similar in style as well).
When I see your works and think that you should be working for anet, I don't really think that it's because you have the same style as their artist. It means your works look professional and I wouldn't be surprised if you landed you a job there lol (Hey this is a GW website, whose artwork do you think you can be compared to =P).
Charlie Dayman
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=31GtTfU6Tnk
"No, no, nope, no."
Yeah, I grew up on these cartoons when they used to play them on Cartoon Network, 24/7. I never appreciated the animation up until now, considering it's all hand drawn frame by frame.
Anyways, I'd say one of the main reasons Kekai and I have similar styles is because Frank Frazetta is an influence we share. That explains the strong use of contrast and mix between saturated and neutral tones. I think I should bring in more of my Classical and Baroque influence like Rembrandt and Caravaggio, and how their paintings had a very warm quality with almost a glow to them. Not to mention they're also masters of chiaroscuro and lighting.
Meh, kind of mini rant. I Just don't like it when people say I'm trying to copy Kekai, when chiaroscuro and the sort were techniques well before.
"No, no, nope, no."
Yeah, I grew up on these cartoons when they used to play them on Cartoon Network, 24/7. I never appreciated the animation up until now, considering it's all hand drawn frame by frame.
Anyways, I'd say one of the main reasons Kekai and I have similar styles is because Frank Frazetta is an influence we share. That explains the strong use of contrast and mix between saturated and neutral tones. I think I should bring in more of my Classical and Baroque influence like Rembrandt and Caravaggio, and how their paintings had a very warm quality with almost a glow to them. Not to mention they're also masters of chiaroscuro and lighting.
Meh, kind of mini rant. I Just don't like it when people say I'm trying to copy Kekai, when chiaroscuro and the sort were techniques well before.
Drelias Melaku
That is EPIC.
And terrifying D:
And terrifying D:
actionjack
Kekai need to stop copying you.
He is so untalented....*tsking
He is so untalented....*tsking
Aeronwen
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@Aero: Hah, I hope Bubbles, The Death Dealer is its official name. It fits perfectly with Primordus, Kralkatorik, Zhaitan, Jormag, and Bubbles. Should I start calling you that from now on? Haha well I wouldn't call me a Death Dealer ^^ My first friends (all now sadly not playing any more
) called me bubbles because of the chocolate, if anything that would make me Death by Chocolate lolI love Looney Tunes too, my pvp char is called Hugs Hunny, I wanted to call her 'I shoulda turned left at Albuquerue'
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8TUw...eature=related
I had to look up chiaroscuru, Nolani is so educational....
Charlie Dayman
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Originally Posted by Aeronwen
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8TUw...eature=related
And I never caught that "La Joella" joke up until now - finally realized that he's talking about San Diego.
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I had to look up chiaroscuru, Nolani is so educational....
You learn something new everyday. Haven't really had anytime to work on Hail's piece, or anything aside from homework for that matter. Completely swamped with projects from my Illustration and Character Design class. Illustration is kind of a boring, and feels like a bunch of busy work so far. Not fun. Though Char Design seems pretty fun, though with a lot of work. I'll try posting some progress pics of what we're working on as we get further in. Hoping I can manage all this homework properly and have at least some time to work on Shala and my animated short.
InfestedHydralisk
Don't forget one of the coolest characters.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poPzyxqGyfQ
Charlie Dayman
And now for something completely different.
 Homework from Char. Design class - retelling of Wizard of Oz. Artist references from at least over 50 years ago were to be used in the final design - art deco, Mucha, Pierre Brissaud, and LS Lowry were my choices. Completely swamped with homework, so I had to throw out these poses along with three other pages of work as they're all due tomorrow. In a rush, so some things are a bit off. Used pencil, ink wash, and micron pens on this one. If anyone wants to come down here and help ol' Charlie out with this other boring-ass homework, they're welcome to do so 
Ravenhawk
Wow that looks great. I'd go there and help you but you might get kicked out from school for sloppy school work
Perynne
I really like her design. It's wonderfully old style, and I love the idea of Toto being a tommy gun.
Wish I could help, but yeah. Same thing as Raven, you'd probably get kicked out for cheating since there's no way I'd be able to match my works with your level. I can do some cheering though! Go, go Chaaaaaaaaarlieeeeeee~! *jumps up and down*
Eragon Zarroc
lol, where is toto?
Verene
That is pretty awesome, Charlie
Aeronwen
Thats very nice, love the hunour of it too.
Death By An Arrow
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Originally Posted by Eragon Zarroc
lol, where is toto?
Hint: Toto can now shoot bullets from his mouth
Del
Looks amazing!
Smilin' Assassin
oups, different Dorothy ~
 cool concept as always, Charlie :}
Eragon Zarroc
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Originally Posted by Death By An Arrow
Hint: Toto can now shoot bullets from his mouth
ahhh, i see now  lol
Charlie Dayman
Charlie is an unhappy camper.
Good news is that Oz picture won't be the final design of Dorothy. There was some mixup in directions so we'll be able to work on these first characters a bit more. Bad news is that my illustration class makes me want to strangle someone. Teacher packs way too much work in between projects and makes us continually revise our drafts. Which itself isn't bad, but it wastes time when you're given a week and a half to work and only three days to start the final render. Illustration homework is sucking up all my work/free time, including my chances to actually work on the Dorothy character. fffffffffff-
Invertation
Complain! Loudly, boisterously! The problem yet known finds no resolution.
... though that likely will do you no good in this situation.
Death By An Arrow
Oh. well that sucks o.O
thats sort of how i feel about my anthro class; need the credit to graduate, yet its taking up far too much time and effort for just a credit. refrences suck. They're good when you genuinely need one, but sometimes you just need to express things from your own mind You could always say THAT was your refrence
Verene
*hug*
And yeah, that's kind of a BS reason to get pissed off and call someone out. Oh no, the painting has something the reference doesn't, end the friggin' world...
Perynne
Good luck with the sucky class.... some teachers really overreact to the smallest things. I mean, yes, if you didn't use a reference for something you were supposed to use a reference for I can understand that she'd be a little angry about it, but at least she should talk to you about it normally instead of calling you out in front of everyone in the class.
Students are only human too, and make mistakes sometimes. Forgetting something, or being too stressed out to do the best work possible happens to people, and as such should be excused if the person is otherwise diligent about their work. Also, sounds like they really load up too much schoolwork on you. :/ How do they expect people to be creative and not burn out if they keep adding to the burden? *hugs Charlie* I shall have a pretty drawing done for you soon to cheer you up! Well.. as soonish as I can manage. :P
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