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2011

I remember actually seeing some of these. So Gors, when was the truly first sprite attempt you've ever done?


By the power of motivation, I might make this possible. Found an anatomical design I actually like, and might use it a few times before settling in on it.

That or I need inspiration. most of my "influence" comes from capcom's many character designs, but I might have to expand the influential tree..

(11-30-2011, 09:10 AM)Stabsinthe Wrote: [ -> ]You shouldn't be thinking too much about style when you're just beginning! Just try to learn as much shit as you can and see what sticks -- you'll develop your style naturally.

It's okay to think about what styles you enjoy and why you enjoy them, but don't get too worried about having to find your style Right The Hell Now. It'll come to you, and it'll evolve as you learn more about drawing.

Yes, very much this! Besides, as you develop as an artist your style can change quite a bit over time. I myself went from pretty Pokemon-inspired stuff, to generic anime, to Puyo-influenced but with my own touches like making things softer, putting more detail into certain things, etc.

What's more important now is working on things like anatomy, anyway. Work on proportions and stuff and then you'll have an easier time getting nice results in whatever style you work out, since you'll already have an idea of the proportions.

(11-30-2011, 05:26 PM)Devicho Wrote: [ -> ]

(11-30-2011, 09:10 AM)Stabsinthe Wrote: [ -> ]You shouldn't be thinking too much about style when you're just beginning! Just try to learn as much shit as you can and see what sticks -- you'll develop your style naturally.

It's okay to think about what styles you enjoy and why you enjoy them, but don't get too worried about having to find your style Right The Hell Now. It'll come to you, and it'll evolve as you learn more about drawing.

Yes, very much this! Besides, as you develop as an artist your style can change quite a bit over time. I myself went from pretty Pokemon-inspired stuff, to generic anime, to Puyo-influenced but with my own touches like making things softer, putting more detail into certain things, etc.

What's more important now is working on things like anatomy, anyway. Work on proportions and stuff and then you'll have an easier time getting nice results in whatever style you work out, since you'll already have an idea of the proportions.

Thing is, I haven't settled on a good leg mass yet. I just need to get that part right, since right now I'm quite happy with the results of the face. With that then I'll toy with photoshop/paint.net for a good style afterwards, seems like a good goal to work forward too.

my first sprite attempt was lost in the mists of time.

really, I have nothing left, aside from sprite edits I posted on MFGG. I don't remember what was my first 100% custom work, which I regret.

Unless your computer got fried back then when you made your first sprite it should be hidden deep within the bowels of your computer.

Some people say I don't improve...

->

I do! It just takes me 5 times as long as everyone else

(2007 -> 2011)

(11-30-2011, 11:04 PM)Gaia Wrote: [ -> ]Unless your computer got fried back then when you made your first sprite it should be hidden deep within the bowels of your computer.

if by bowels you mean te one computer that I donated to charity and a bunch of floppy disks that no longer work, then yes

2005



now

Ah wow, makes me think to re-do the way I make Mega Man sprites.

also, about art techniques,

do not care about styles. Just learn the basics (anatomy, still life, landscapes) and you'll end up developing your own style.

2004

2011

In terms of spriting...


Before:

(.jpeg quality due to BMP format as uploaded)

After:

Ive improved alot in the last year and a half. You just have to keep at it. I suggest you make an inspiration folder and start saving stuff you like. Its good to look your inspiration at when you dont feel very motivated. Keep at it =D

Apr 2010


Jun 2010


Nov 2010


Nov 2011



Keep drawing! - Wing

earliest recorded evidence of artistic aspiration: The Genesis Device Part I: The Calm Before The Storm~ 2002-2003



art begins to emerge at a more prominent rate: The Genesis Device part II: The Cambrian Explosion ~ 2004-2005



in search of identity - trying to move beyond to identify something individual: The Genesis Device part III: The Computer Quests For a Soul ~ 2005-2006



the direction of the road changes once more, and humanity becomes a subject matter: In Requiem: The Deconstruction of Gizmonicgamer ~ 2007




the slow path of definition begins, and the road widens: The Second Generation of Man: The Osmosis of Gizmonicgamer ~ 2008



The Second Generation of Man Part II: In Preparation of the Modern Age ~ 2009



The Second Generation of Man Part III: In Preparation of the Modern Age Part II: Prepare Harder ~ 2010





The Second Generation of Man Part IV: Coalescence Into the Present, the Final Chapter Awaits ~ 2011


i just spent an hour working on this post and sifting through old pictures and forum posts to try and date thnigs, why the hell would i do this