deviantART: gallery:fox-orian/6717216

deviantART: gallery:fox-orian/6717216 http://search.deviantart.com/?q=gallery:fox-orian/6717216&section= deviantART RSS for gallery:fox-orian/6717216 en-us Copyright 2013, deviantART.com Wed, 22 May 2013 05:42:19 PDT deviantART.com http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://st.deviantart.net/minish/widgets/apple-touch-icon-precomposed.png Gate-A4 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Gate-A4-371614996 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Gate-A4-371614996 Tue, 14 May 2013 09:05:39 PDT Gate-A4 nonadult digitalart/paintings/landscapes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2013 `fox-orian Tomiokajiro style!

Background painted in Photoshop, Maia drawn in SAI.

Notes about background: The grand majority of the scene (including the wear on the foundation concrete to the building,) was painted with the "Broad Tip 2" brush in my brush set, (row 4, brush 6,) and contains no sampled textures. The speckles came from spray/spatter brushes I have. The rest was a standard round opacity brush.

Hahah, no the background is not a repainted photo, but rather based on an area in the Boston Marine Industrial Park I explored last summer while I worked at Neoscape. See the warehouse on streetview here: [link]
I remember walking around this area when it was overcast a while after it had rained. The light was so flat and diffuse, the building's blue awnings were a brilliant blue color that just doesn't seem happen in direct sunlight. ]]> Tomiokajiro style!

Background painted in Photoshop, Maia drawn in SAI.

Notes about background: The grand majority of the scene (including the wear on the foundation concrete to the building,) was painted with the "Broad Tip 2" brush in my brush set, (row 4, brush 6,) and contains no sampled textures. The speckles came from spray/spatter brushes I have. The rest was a standard round opacity brush.

Hahah, no the background is not a repainted photo, but rather based on an area in the Boston Marine Industrial Park I explored last summer while I worked at Neoscape. See the warehouse on streetview here: [link]
I remember walking around this area when it was overcast a while after it had rained. The light was so flat and diffuse, the building's blue awnings were a brilliant blue color that just doesn't seem happen in direct sunlight.

]]> Monsoon Season http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Monsoon-Season-344478923 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Monsoon-Season-344478923 Mon, 24 Dec 2012 01:06:51 PST Monsoon Season nonadult digitalart/paintings/landscapes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2012-2013 `fox-orian
Photoshop CS6, made during some free time over a few days. Inspired by a service stairwell on the back of a theater near where I've worked.

I sure do love stairs, blue skies, and high places. ]]>
Photoshop CS6, made during some free time over a few days. Inspired by a service stairwell on the back of a theater near where I've worked.

I sure do love stairs, blue skies, and high places.

]]> SYNTHESIS - Chapter Cover http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/SYNTHESIS-Chapter-Cover-292898265 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/SYNTHESIS-Chapter-Cover-292898265 Thu, 29 Mar 2012 00:30:09 PDT SYNTHESIS - Chapter Cover nonadult manga/digital/paintings fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2012-2013 `fox-orian )

Synthesis is still (slowly) in development, this will be the cover to either chapter one or two. (Depends on which idea I have mulling around my head on how to start it I use.)

This is the stairwell that leads up to her apartment. (The same area seen in this older artwork on street-level. Comparatively, once again Maia's design has evolved slightly forward.

Lines done in Tool:SAI, colors (rather hastily) done in Photoshop. ]]> )

Synthesis is still (slowly) in development, this will be the cover to either chapter one or two. (Depends on which idea I have mulling around my head on how to start it I use.)

This is the stairwell that leads up to her apartment. (The same area seen in this older artwork on street-level. Comparatively, once again Maia's design has evolved slightly forward.

Lines done in Tool:SAI, colors (rather hastily) done in Photoshop.

]]> Hills South http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Hills-South-184654206 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Hills-South-184654206 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 04:23:45 PDT Hills South nonadult digitalart/paintings/landscapes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2010-2013 `fox-orian EDIT 12/12/2010
Changed a little more -- increased saturation and color vibrancy, scaled back the light glares a little. Now it's a happy middle-ground between the original and first revision.

EDIT 12/11/2010
I revisited the piece to bring it up to a higher level of finish. At the end of one of

's stream sessions, he gave his personal thoughts on what would make this piece much better, and I took most of his advice in this massive edit. Most notably, the awkward pipe has been changed to not appear as though it's pulling escher-esque perspective, and other composition-changing elements have been added. Increased ambient occlusion shading, and a push for a more exaggerated atmosphere to really get the original feeling I wanted across.

The original un-revisited version is now in the links below, listed as Step 5. Feel free to compare

(I realize some of you will probably still like the old one more, but, I dunno, I think these were some worthwhile changes.)

For those who read descriptions: a special sneak peak at my next perspective piece: [link] (about 40 mins work there)

-----------------------------------------------------------
Original:

Depicts the small road in back of Maia's apartment building, (to the right,) and Aricee itself visible in the far distance behind the fences. Fun fact: the end of the street down there ends with a staircase going down. It leads here: [link]

This particular image was an exercise in background making. That is, to make a background similar in quality to what you see in animated movies. (Hence why Maia is NOT shaded here, just as you'd expect in a 2D animation.) I experimented with a new system of brushes and color swatches I created for painting convincing foliage quickly. It seems to work pretty well, so far

The city visible in the back was created with a simple underlay of random scattered texture from another brush, then painting incredibly simple shapes of color sticking up from it. Behind the fences, there was no need to go crazy with detail back there.

PROGRESS PICS:
Initial Inspiration: [link]
1 (30 mins) - [link]
2 (3~4 hours) - [link]
3 (5~6 hours) - [link]
4 (7~8 hours) - [link]
5 (Original Finish) - [link]

Photoshop CS5, Cintiq 12WX, & my imagination. ]]> EDIT 12/12/2010
Changed a little more -- increased saturation and color vibrancy, scaled back the light glares a little. Now it's a happy middle-ground between the original and first revision.

EDIT 12/11/2010
I revisited the piece to bring it up to a higher level of finish. At the end of one of

]]> Going Somewhere http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Going-Somewhere-193923156 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Going-Somewhere-193923156 Mon, 17 Jan 2011 21:37:32 PST Going Somewhere nonadult digitalart/drawings/landscapes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2011-2013 `fox-orian And reflections. And ambient light.
So I did this scene.

This was the first piece I did utilizing my new revamped brush set seen here: [link]

The blurred out background was painted by first laying down solid shapes of color that resembled foliage. I then took a chisel / palette knife brush and painted those colors out to the left and right on a low opacity. Not too much longer, I ended up with this.

The view reminds me a lot of something you'd expect to see in a game like Riven.

(Edit: This was originally supposed to be Maia XD I suppose she looked really really boyish before. So I altered the shirt a little. I mean, Maia always was a bit of a tomboy, so this isn't a huge problem XD but yeah oops)

Cintiq 21UX / Photoshop ]]> And reflections. And ambient light.
So I did this scene.

This was the first piece I did utilizing my new revamped brush set seen here: [link]

The blurred out background was painted by first laying down solid shapes of color that resembled foliage. I then took a chisel / palette knife brush and painted those colors out to the left and right on a low opacity. Not too much longer, I ended up with this.

The view reminds me a lot of something you'd expect to see in a game like Riven.

(Edit: This was originally supposed to be Maia XD I suppose she looked really really boyish before. So I altered the shirt a little. I mean, Maia always was a bit of a tomboy, so this isn't a huge problem XD but yeah oops)

Cintiq 21UX / Photoshop

]]> Aricee One Classic http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Aricee-One-Classic-205215530 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Aricee-One-Classic-205215530 Sun, 17 Apr 2011 01:31:09 PDT Aricee One Classic nonadult manga/digital/drawings fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2011-2013 `fox-orian
Maia is determined to restore this vintage piece of junk to its former glory. She doesn't care that it's older than three times her age, as with a little care, time, and hard work, it will be hers. It's a deeper level of satisfaction she just can't get from buying the flashy new models with extraneous features.

Also she's flat broke.

Cintiq 21UX, Photoshop
- ~YanYu worked with me on the pose for Maia here, and designed her sporty outfit on a separate page in her sketchbook (seen here: [link] ) It was a bit of a throwback to her older designs of 2008, where she had that transparent shirt and a collar. Click for oldness: [link]
Once again, to my fault, this image was a sketch that went too far, to go full circle, then just far enough.
Earlier line version here: [link] ]]>
Maia is determined to restore this vintage piece of junk to its former glory. She doesn't care that it's older than three times her age, as with a little care, time, and hard work, it will be hers. It's a deeper level of satisfaction she just can't get from buying the flashy new models with extraneous features.

Also she's flat broke.

Cintiq 21UX, Photoshop
- ~YanYu worked with me on the pose for Maia here, and designed her sporty outfit on a separate page in her sketchbook (seen here: [link] ) It was a bit of a throwback to her older designs of 2008, where she had that transparent shirt and a collar. Click for oldness: [link]
Once again, to my fault, this image was a sketch that went too far, to go full circle, then just far enough.
Earlier line version here: [link]

]]> Settling In http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Settling-In-126660978 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Settling-In-126660978 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 21:27:16 PDT Settling In nonadult digitalart/drawings/landscapes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2009-2013 `fox-orian
After a few days of moving in, she's still trying to get settled. The majority of the space is empty, as she has very little to fill it with. Some of her utilities aren't connected yet, so the TV doesn't even work. She's too new and culture shocked to go wandering outside to explore her new neighborhood. So... she just sits and thinks to herself.

Maia's apartment used to be a greenhouse on the roof of the building. Years before, no one was using it anymore, so the landlord butchered it and converted it into a livable space for rent. It explains the very open living room where the walls and ceiling are glass, the odd ventilation, and the air misting sprinklers still in the ceiling.

The steep stairwell closest to us is the entrance/exit. Those stairs lead down to the roof on the third floor [seen in on page 5 linked above,] where Maia must use an emergency stairwell on the side of the building to get to the street level.

Bedroom through the door in the far back, kitchen through to the left, and the bathroom is the door on the left close to us. ]]>
After a few days of moving in, she's still trying to get settled. The majority of the space is empty, as she has very little to fill it with. Some of her utilities aren't connected yet, so the TV doesn't even work. She's too new and culture shocked to go wandering outside to explore her new neighborhood. So... she just sits and thinks to herself.

Maia's apartment used to be a greenhouse on the roof of the building. Years before, no one was using it anymore, so the landlord butchered it and converted it into a livable space for rent. It explains the very open living room where the walls and ceiling are glass, the odd ventilation, and the air misting sprinklers still in the ceiling.

The steep stairwell closest to us is the entrance/exit. Those stairs lead down to the roof on the third floor [seen in on page 5 linked above,] where Maia must use an emergency stairwell on the side of the building to get to the street level.

Bedroom through the door in the far back, kitchen through to the left, and the bathroom is the door on the left close to us.

]]> Aricee Alley http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Aricee-Alley-114042812 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Aricee-Alley-114042812 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:38:25 PST Aricee Alley nonadult digitalart/paintings/illustrations/conceptual fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2009-2013 `fox-orian --------------------------------------------------------------------

First ever speed painting attempt.
Made in 2 hours from a black canvas, photoshop CS4.

Here we have an alley way underneath some of the buildings in the residential districts of Aricee in Synthesis. I didn't want the alley to look particularly scary or dangerous, just sort of unkempt as opposed to the areas on the main streets. I imagined this as being an inbetween area in back of some shops and maybe a restaurant. Some balconies with some plants from some low-wealth apartments.

This was a lot of fun to make, especially after the last three big pictures I've submitted which are very technical and exact.

I'm doing more of these! ]]> --------------------------------------------------------------------

First ever speed painting attempt.
Made in 2 hours from a black canvas, photoshop CS4.

Here we have an alley way underneath some of the buildings in the residential districts of Aricee in Synthesis. I didn't want the alley to look particularly scary or dangerous, just sort of unkempt as opposed to the areas on the main streets. I imagined this as being an inbetween area in back of some shops and maybe a restaurant. Some balconies with some plants from some low-wealth apartments.

This was a lot of fun to make, especially after the last three big pictures I've submitted which are very technical and exact.

I'm doing more of these!

]]> Starting Point http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Starting-Point-133288133 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Starting-Point-133288133 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 19:34:18 PDT Starting Point nonadult designs/gameart/gameconcepts/buildings fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2009-2013 `fox-orian
Click here to watch the trailer for the game: [link]

And check it out on the app store!

--------

This image is multi-layered, intended for the main menu of the game. The clouds scroll and the fore/background are separated for parallax scrolling [horizontally.] The final version will be only 480x320, which is why some areas are left rather rough. [It won't matter once it's sized down like that!

]

The artwork, by request of Kacper, is a bit of an homage to: [link]

Hope you guys like it!

[also, first submission as a senior~~!] ]]>
Click here to watch the trailer for the game: [link]

And check it out on the app store!

--------

This image is multi-layered, intended for the main menu of the game. The clouds scroll and the fore/background are separated for parallax scrolling [horizontally.] The final version will be only 480x320, which is why some areas are left rather rough. [It won't matter once it's sized down like that!

]

The artwork, by request of Kacper, is a bit of an homage to: [link]

Hope you guys like it!

[also, first submission as a senior~~!]

]]> Now Arriving http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Now-Arriving-109416575 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Now-Arriving-109416575 Tue, 13 Jan 2009 19:52:16 PST Now Arriving nonadult digitalart/paintings/illustrations/storybook fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2009-2013 `fox-orian http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/
Maia [link] stepping off the train to her new neighborhood.

SYNTHESIS is an upcoming online graphic novel project!
See it at the website here: www.synthesiscomic.com
[It's just a placeholder for now. It will launch soon!]

Influences: Boston MBTA, Tokyo Metro, Swedish graphic design.

Special Homage: Mirror's Edge for the much-needed influential boost it gave my work during late 2008. Marked by the runner's bag on the suitcase

There was just something about the visual approach that game had that made me think differently about everything. It really helped pull me out of a huge artistic rut. So a big special thanks to DICE studios! [Also, the mark on Maia's arm isn't a reference to Mirror's Edge. This has been a part of Maia's design since about 2001. It's supposed to be a scannable QR code -- also visible here [link] . In the past year though, I've slowly phased out of drawing this from her design.] I'd also like to add, that though Mirror's Edge was an influence on me during this era of my work, not everything with a primary color scheme is automatically Mirror's Edge related. XD Prime real-world examples are IKEA and Legos, which are two other things I love!

Check out the process for the drawing of the image: [link]
[kind of a big image]

Also, see how this image was colored in a step by step process here: [link]

Wacom Cintiq 12WX
Adobe Photoshop CS3

*** "Now Arriving" has been awarded the BFA Juror's Award for the graduating class of 2009 in Illustration. It has been further selected to be hung in the university president's home gallery. [which is basically AIB's Hall of Fame.]

-------------------
Yee! A DD! My first one on an actual artwork! XDD Thank you so much ~Brosa and everyone else who likes it! ]]>
Maia [link] stepping off the train to her new neighborhood.

SYNTHESIS is an upcoming online graphic novel project!
See it at the website here: www.synthesiscomic.com
[It's just a placeholder for now. It will launch soon!]

Influences: Boston MBTA, Tokyo Metro, Swedish graphic design.

Special Homage: Mirror's Edge for the much-needed influential boost it gave my work during late 2008. Marked by the runner's bag on the suitcase

]]> Synthesis - Jenna http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Synthesis-Jenna-366722769 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Synthesis-Jenna-366722769 Sat, 20 Apr 2013 02:54:35 PDT Synthesis - Jenna nonadult digitalart/paintings/people/openformat fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2013 `fox-orian
I spent a bit more time on the uniform drawing, and quickly shaded the casual drawing. ]]>
I spent a bit more time on the uniform drawing, and quickly shaded the casual drawing.

]]> Photo Collection 2012 Q3-Q4 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Photo-Collection-2012-Q3-Q4-354239362 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Photo-Collection-2012-Q3-Q4-354239362 Thu, 14 Feb 2013 07:49:25 PST Photo Collection 2012 Q3-Q4 nonadult photography/civilization/city fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2013 `fox-orian
Each photo has a colored dot in the top left corner designating which camera was used for it. I no longer have my NEX-5N, as I sold it at the end of last summer in order to upgrade to the Sony Alpha SLT-A77, and picked up an RX100 to replace my PowerShot G12. (I used to have an EOS 40D + G12 combo. Traded it all in for an Alpha A77 + RX100 combo. If I was gonna go Sony, it would be full Sony.) Also, yes, for those not familiar, the Canon AE-1P is a 35mm film camera I got off eBay in brand-new condition for about $60. Check it out, the camera is older than me and looking damn fine. All AE-1P photos were taken with Kodak Color Elite 400.

Compared to my previous photodumps, I'm experimenting much more with post-processing. Today's universal tonal choice: cyan.

Oh and want to see something else? Check out my post "What's in my Camera Bag" on my Tumblr!

Previous Photo Dumps:

]]>
Each photo has a colored dot in the top left corner designating which camera was used for it. I no longer have my NEX-5N, as I sold it at the end of last summer in order to upgrade to the Sony Alpha SLT-A77, and picked up an RX100 to replace my PowerShot G12. (I used to have an EOS 40D + G12 combo. Traded it all in for an Alpha A77 + RX100 combo. If I was gonna go Sony, it would be full Sony.) Also, yes, for those not familiar, the Canon AE-1P is a 35mm film camera I got off eBay in brand-new condition for about $60. Check it out, the camera is older than me and looking damn fine. All AE-1P photos were taken with Kodak Color Elite 400.

Compared to my previous photodumps, I'm experimenting much more with post-processing. Today's universal tonal choice: cyan.

Oh and want to see something else? Check out my post "What's in my Camera Bag" on my Tumblr!

Previous Photo Dumps:

]]> Collab Commission - Sanco Delivering Mail http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Collab-Commission-Sanco-Delivering-Mail-351595184 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Collab-Commission-Sanco-Delivering-Mail-351595184 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 00:50:10 PST Collab Commission - Sanco Delivering Mail nonadult digitalart/paintings/landscapes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2013 `fox-orian Character by:

Background by: myself

This is

's character Sanco in her human form walking around town taking in the sights while delivering mail.

For me, this background was a lot of fun to make, and I approached it from a very different process than usual -- a simple line sketch and then straight to color. This saved a lot of time by just diving right in and forgoing most of the planning phases. It was painted all on one layer almost exclusively with the "Aquarelle Texturizer" brush in my brush set, (second brush in set #07.) Along with the flat colors, the technique gave the whole piece a nice Tadahiro Uesegi / Scott Wills look. I've been meaning to do more work completely forgoing line art, and for some reason this piece just looked the best in my head when approaching it that way.

Hope you like it, =Kitchiki! ]]> Character by:

Background by: myself

This is

]]> Collab Commission - Jonny + Jessie @ Tokyo http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Collab-Commission-Jonny-Jessie-Tokyo-355458067 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Collab-Commission-Jonny-Jessie-Tokyo-355458067 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 12:35:33 PST Collab Commission - Jonny + Jessie @ Tokyo nonadult fanart/digital/drawings/movies fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2013 `fox-orian

(drew the characters) and myself (painted the background) for

~Georgia-O-Queef simply requested a drawing of Jonny Quest and Jessie Bannon walking through a vintage Tokyo!

Hope you like the result! ]]>

(drew the characters) and myself (painted the background) for

~Georgia-O-Queef simply requested a drawing of Jonny Quest and Jessie Bannon walking through a vintage Tokyo!

Hope you like the result!

]]> Warm Afternoon http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Warm-Afternoon-122246254 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Warm-Afternoon-122246254 Mon, 11 May 2009 21:08:42 PDT Warm Afternoon nonadult digitalart/paintings/illustrations/conceptual fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2009-2013 `fox-orian
I wanted to try a full semi speed-painted scene WITHOUT using shift constraints or a ruler on my Cintiq. So I had at the picture fully freehand. I like the looser look this has compared to the exactness some of my other work has. Maia's just kinda plopped into the picture pretty lazily. I wasn't focusing on her so much, I was more interested in finishing this location hahah.

Hope you enjoy this new kind of picture from me

Little fact: this location was inspired by an alley I live near.
[link]
Right there in the middle!

PROCESS SHOTS:
[link] - Initial thumbnail
[link] - Cleaned up thumbnail
[link] - Early color ]]>
I wanted to try a full semi speed-painted scene WITHOUT using shift constraints or a ruler on my Cintiq. So I had at the picture fully freehand. I like the looser look this has compared to the exactness some of my other work has. Maia's just kinda plopped into the picture pretty lazily. I wasn't focusing on her so much, I was more interested in finishing this location hahah.

Hope you enjoy this new kind of picture from me

Little fact: this location was inspired by an alley I live near.
[link]
Right there in the middle!

PROCESS SHOTS:
[link] - Initial thumbnail
[link] - Cleaned up thumbnail
[link] - Early color

]]> The Powerplant http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/The-Powerplant-273478554 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/The-Powerplant-273478554 Sun, 11 Dec 2011 12:23:36 PST The Powerplant nonadult digitalart/paintings/landscapes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2011-2013 `fox-orian
I guess this is what I came up with for the finish of that wasteland WIP. I like the concept for some reason. Some huge power plant in the middle of nowhere generating power for god knows what, who knows how.

Took about 5.5 hours total, and aside from an initial texture underlayer done with a sponge brush, was overwhelmingly painted with a small round brush.

Photoshop CS5, Cintiq.

EDIT: Yay a DD! This is extremely unexpected. And it's not a tutorial! Fantastic. Thanks DA!
Remember: if it's a picture of a wasteland, it will remind you of Borderlands and or Trigun. Remain calm, as this is completely normal if it happens to you. ]]>
I guess this is what I came up with for the finish of that wasteland WIP. I like the concept for some reason. Some huge power plant in the middle of nowhere generating power for god knows what, who knows how.

Took about 5.5 hours total, and aside from an initial texture underlayer done with a sponge brush, was overwhelmingly painted with a small round brush.

Photoshop CS5, Cintiq.

EDIT: Yay a DD! This is extremely unexpected. And it's not a tutorial! Fantastic. Thanks DA!
Remember: if it's a picture of a wasteland, it will remind you of Borderlands and or Trigun. Remain calm, as this is completely normal if it happens to you.

]]> Jupiter Jazz http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Jupiter-Jazz-302234605 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Jupiter-Jazz-302234605 Mon, 14 May 2012 22:38:55 PDT Jupiter Jazz nonadult digitalart/paintings/landscapes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2012-2013 `fox-orian [can be seen by clicking right here.]
This was some good practice I decided to do while re-watching the series recently. It was a ridiculous amount of fun to remake, especially with that huge cloud layer backdrop, which I painted entirely with a full soft round brush. Even the fence up front was done with a soft round brush, ( it was not filtered with gaussian blur!) I might do others to try to understand more about what goes into backgrounds like this.

Photoshop, Cintiq 21UX, 4~5 hours. ]]> [can be seen by clicking right here.]
This was some good practice I decided to do while re-watching the series recently. It was a ridiculous amount of fun to remake, especially with that huge cloud layer backdrop, which I painted entirely with a full soft round brush. Even the fence up front was done with a soft round brush, ( it was not filtered with gaussian blur!) I might do others to try to understand more about what goes into backgrounds like this.

Photoshop, Cintiq 21UX, 4~5 hours.

]]> Maia's Apartment Sketches http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Maia-s-Apartment-Sketches-210624837 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Maia-s-Apartment-Sketches-210624837 Fri, 27 May 2011 23:18:06 PDT Maia's Apartment Sketches nonadult digitalart/drawings/illustrations/conceptual fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2011-2013 `fox-orian
A sketch I did of the exterior of Maia's apartment.

This was going to incorporate more -- additional sketches of the interior (kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, entrance stairwell,) but I haven't gotten around to them yet. That's the door design, over there. They slide.

The perspective's a little wonked out here and there, but eh whatever, I eyed the whole thing. I also failed at quickly sketching those plants climbing the wall hahahah -- they look like canned dog food splattered up. (That kind of stuff always looked delicious in cartoons when I was a kid. I loved deviled ham, so I used to imagine it tasting like that. Whenever Bugs Bunny ate a carrot, I always thought about how good it sounded and looked to eat --- I always, for some reason, thought they would taste like cheese. Like "Kraft mac & cheese" cheese. Crunchy kraft cheese.)

Will probably scrap later. ]]>
A sketch I did of the exterior of Maia's apartment.

This was going to incorporate more -- additional sketches of the interior (kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, entrance stairwell,) but I haven't gotten around to them yet. That's the door design, over there. They slide.

The perspective's a little wonked out here and there, but eh whatever, I eyed the whole thing. I also failed at quickly sketching those plants climbing the wall hahahah -- they look like canned dog food splattered up. (That kind of stuff always looked delicious in cartoons when I was a kid. I loved deviled ham, so I used to imagine it tasting like that. Whenever Bugs Bunny ate a carrot, I always thought about how good it sounded and looked to eat --- I always, for some reason, thought they would taste like cheese. Like "Kraft mac & cheese" cheese. Crunchy kraft cheese.)

Will probably scrap later.

]]> Trainstop Sketch http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Trainstop-Sketch-258480773 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Trainstop-Sketch-258480773 Thu, 15 Sep 2011 01:23:16 PDT Trainstop Sketch nonadult digitalart/drawings/landscapes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2011-2013 `fox-orian
Anyway, here's a train platform scene that popped in my head while walking back from Super 88 with a bunch of vietnamese sandwiches (I walk along the tracks to get there).

Fun fact - I last did a similar image in my first year of college. See it below:

Photoshop, Cintiq 21UX ]]>
Anyway, here's a train platform scene that popped in my head while walking back from Super 88 with a bunch of vietnamese sandwiches (I walk along the tracks to get there).

Fun fact - I last did a similar image in my first year of college. See it below:

Photoshop, Cintiq 21UX

]]> Cartographer's Kitchen http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Cartographer-s-Kitchen-282998833 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Cartographer-s-Kitchen-282998833 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 02:56:39 PST Cartographer's Kitchen nonadult digitalart/drawings/landscapes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2012-2013 `fox-orian
I was thinking something along the lines of a sorta modern cartographer who set up shop in his small kitchen. Light table, drafting desk, a server for communications. Hell do good there.

All I remember is that I drew this on my laptop during a 2-day long power outage.

Again, sorry for submitting nothing but rough sketches lately hahah. ]]>
I was thinking something along the lines of a sorta modern cartographer who set up shop in his small kitchen. Light table, drafting desk, a server for communications. Hell do good there.

All I remember is that I drew this on my laptop during a 2-day long power outage.

Again, sorry for submitting nothing but rough sketches lately hahah.

]]> Aricee Alley 2 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Aricee-Alley-2-196224219 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Aricee-Alley-2-196224219 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 21:57:34 PST Aricee Alley 2 nonadult digitalart/drawings/landscapes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2011-2013 `fox-orian (Elsewhere, my alternate self just submitted a work claiming I'd be an illustrator in another universe.)

A speed sketch I felt like doing today to scratch an itch.

Some abstract concrete wall surrounding a public garden behind some offices.
I'm jealous of Aricee's mountainous terrain.

1.5 hours, Photoshop ]]> (Elsewhere, my alternate self just submitted a work claiming I'd be an illustrator in another universe.)

A speed sketch I felt like doing today to scratch an itch.

Some abstract concrete wall surrounding a public garden behind some offices.
I'm jealous of Aricee's mountainous terrain.

1.5 hours, Photoshop

]]> ABOVE - Level One REV-D FINAL http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/ABOVE-Level-One-REV-D-FINAL-123093782 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/ABOVE-Level-One-REV-D-FINAL-123093782 Tue, 19 May 2009 23:25:06 PDT ABOVE - Level One REV-D FINAL nonadult designs/gameart/2dgame/environments fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2009-2013 `fox-orian http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/
Click here to watch the trailer for the game: [link]

And check it out on the app store!

--------

VIEW OLDER REVISION C [May 2009] HERE: [link]

EDIT FOR REVISION D:
Here it is! Revision D as requested by Kacper with all changes made. More details, cleaned up areas, better sections of buildings, better shibuya street level details, added some little people, and a train car on the track. This train car will be tiled to form a full length train that will pull into the station and leave. I'VE BEEN WORKING ON THIS PICTURE FOR TOO LONG. IT FEELS AMAZING TO HAVE IT DONE AEISUIGHALSHGFIU.

Original REV-C Description:
You were thinking: "A super thin but tall submission?! It must be another tutorial!! WOO!" Then you saw the title. Hahaha sorry to disappoint on this one

Progress so far on the immense background for level one of the project I've signed on with Kacper Antonius. It's been one hell of a picture to work on so far. By far the most complicated thing I've drawn yet.

I've enabled critiques on this because I'm curious to get some information about what you, the possible players of what this still become, think about the look of this so far. Me and Kacper have been doing a lot of back-and-forth interaction about molding this background, but we haven't gone to asking anyone for advice. We were aiming for a graphic style that had a lot of atmosphere, yet utilized a lot of flat vibrant color, with most of the detailing done with line drawing. We've been working to not let things get so complicated that the player gameplay up front will get lost. When implemented, this background will use paralax scrolling in about 6 key places to provide a greater sense of depth and increased altitude. Note that this image is NOT a vertical panorama -- you are supposed to feel like you are actually getting higher off the ground. If you watch me and want to help us out a little, tell us what you think!

Oh for those not paying attention, this background is based off of Tokyo. In fact, there's a section taken directly from Shibuya.

Obligatory-
::: ARTWORK PROPERTY AXOLOT STUDIO 2009 KACPER ANTONIUS — Usage of any form is strictly prohibited ::: ]]>
Click here to watch the trailer for the game: [link]

And check it out on the app store!

--------

VIEW OLDER REVISION C [May 2009] HERE: [link]

EDIT FOR REVISION D:
Here it is! Revision D as requested by Kacper with all changes made. More details, cleaned up areas, better sections of buildings, better shibuya street level details, added some little people, and a train car on the track. This train car will be tiled to form a full length train that will pull into the station and leave. I'VE BEEN WORKING ON THIS PICTURE FOR TOO LONG. IT FEELS AMAZING TO HAVE IT DONE AEISUIGHALSHGFIU.

Original REV-C Description:
You were thinking: "A super thin but tall submission?! It must be another tutorial!! WOO!" Then you saw the title. Hahaha sorry to disappoint on this one

]]> Synthesis Mood Board 1 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Synthesis-Mood-Board-1-184300116 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Synthesis-Mood-Board-1-184300116 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 02:25:09 PDT Synthesis Mood Board 1 nonadult digitalart/vector/scenes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2010-2013 `fox-orian [link] and felt the need to try something similarly graphic. I'm probably going to do more of these, because they're just fun. [I also know a lot of you watch me for my more complex technical work that I submitted a lot last year XD. Sorry I haven't been delivering on that lately. Client work is keeping me busy so I don't have a lot of time for personal stuff. You'll have to deal

]

The scene is a take on Maia's apartment. Now sort of a rooftop glass penthouse in downtown Aricee.

Photoshop & Wacom, Roughly 45 minutes. ]]> [link] and felt the need to try something similarly graphic. I'm probably going to do more of these, because they're just fun. [I also know a lot of you watch me for my more complex technical work that I submitted a lot last year XD. Sorry I haven't been delivering on that lately. Client work is keeping me busy so I don't have a lot of time for personal stuff. You'll have to deal

]

The scene is a take on Maia's apartment. Now sort of a rooftop glass penthouse in downtown Aricee.

Photoshop & Wacom, Roughly 45 minutes.

]]> Old (Unused) Synthesis Thumbnails 2010 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Old-Unused-Synthesis-Thumbnails-2010-338003860 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Old-Unused-Synthesis-Thumbnails-2010-338003860 Fri, 16 Nov 2012 01:10:25 PST Old (Unused) Synthesis Thumbnails 2010 nonadult cartoons/digital/comics/pages fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2012-2013 `fox-orian
In truth I would've wanted to explore this as a plow-ahead wing-it approach to getting Synthesis done. But, I had no real plans for the plot at this time. And after so many pages, I was like "What am I doiiiinnnggg??" -- ECH I stopped while I wasn't ahead and returned to developing a real plot and script in a word processor first. My mind works so much better when it's all planned out first.

Oh well, enjoy this obsolete, super rough drawn, badly written experiment! It's a learning experience.

Note: Not indicative of the final Synthesis in any form XD ]]>
In truth I would've wanted to explore this as a plow-ahead wing-it approach to getting Synthesis done. But, I had no real plans for the plot at this time. And after so many pages, I was like "What am I doiiiinnnggg??" -- ECH I stopped while I wasn't ahead and returned to developing a real plot and script in a word processor first. My mind works so much better when it's all planned out first.

Oh well, enjoy this obsolete, super rough drawn, badly written experiment! It's a learning experience.

Note: Not indicative of the final Synthesis in any form XD

]]> Maia Revival Concept http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Maia-Revival-Concept-124528926 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Maia-Revival-Concept-124528926 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:07:25 PDT Maia Revival Concept nonadult traditional/drawings/people fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2009-2013 `fox-orian
Maia Project. Main character of SYNTHESIS. Maia likes to believe that she's a lone wolf, that she can handle things on her own. It's never before long that she ends up having to rely on the help of a friend, typically Jace or her younger sister Sonya, though she doesn't like to admit it. After she moves to the city of Aricee, she finds out faster than she'd like that there won't be anyone around as often to catch her falls. Maia is a synthetic living outside of her comfort zone.

Maia can be a small bit of a tomboy. She doesn't like to use makeup. She hates over accessorizing and jewelry. She tends to take steps back from potential romantic situations. Yet if you smile and wave at her, she'll smile and wave back.

Others in this series:
Jenna: [link] ]]>
Maia Project. Main character of SYNTHESIS. Maia likes to believe that she's a lone wolf, that she can handle things on her own. It's never before long that she ends up having to rely on the help of a friend, typically Jace or her younger sister Sonya, though she doesn't like to admit it. After she moves to the city of Aricee, she finds out faster than she'd like that there won't be anyone around as often to catch her falls. Maia is a synthetic living outside of her comfort zone.

Maia can be a small bit of a tomboy. She doesn't like to use makeup. She hates over accessorizing and jewelry. She tends to take steps back from potential romantic situations. Yet if you smile and wave at her, she'll smile and wave back.

Others in this series:
Jenna: [link]

]]> Maia in Minecraft http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Maia-in-Minecraft-326406061 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Maia-in-Minecraft-326406061 Mon, 10 Sep 2012 02:31:08 PDT Maia in Minecraft nonadult digitalart/3d/other fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2012-2013 `fox-orian
I think there are tiny tweaks I still have to make to it for it to be 100% perfect, but for now this is good.

(I'm also still pretty busy with freelance / contract work at the moment! Sorry for the RARE updates from me lately! Busy trying to stay afloat in Boston ehehehhhhhhhh.. Remember to check my Tumblr or my Facebook for general updates from me if you're curious!) ]]>
I think there are tiny tweaks I still have to make to it for it to be 100% perfect, but for now this is good.

(I'm also still pretty busy with freelance / contract work at the moment! Sorry for the RARE updates from me lately! Busy trying to stay afloat in Boston ehehehhhhhhhh.. Remember to check my Tumblr or my Facebook for general updates from me if you're curious!)

]]> fox-orian's Influence Map [2013] http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/fox-orian-s-Influence-Map-2013-174550882 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/fox-orian-s-Influence-Map-2013-174550882 Sun, 08 Aug 2010 17:12:53 PDT fox-orian's Influence Map [2013] nonadult darelated/deviousfun/memes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2010-2013 `fox-orian
So, quick explanation going top down, left to right:

1. Studio 4C: Ever since I was in high school and early college, countless 4C productions have stuck with me in ways I constantly refer back to. TEKKONKINKREET and "Beyond" two particular works.
2. Scott Wills: I always liked the aesthetic of his work from several shows he did work for when I was a kid, such as Samurai Jack and Dexter's Laboratory. Many years ago I found out who he was, and got to see the wider breadth of his work to absorb. To this day Wills continues to be an influence on my work in terms of color palette, use of light, and scene construction.
3. MegaMan: Some of the best early gaming experiences I ever had. From MegaMan 1-6, and X-X3, I found the creativity of the worlds present in these games fun to try to draw my own when I was a kid. My school notebooks were full of drawings of MegMan, enemies, and robot masters. Unlike the Mario games, MegaMan games were some of the first I felt had true theme and purpose to them.
4. Swiss Graphic Design: I've always been minimalistic at heart, and love flat graphic shapes. When I learned that most of the world's modern design languages came from Switzerland, Sweden, and Germany, I've always looked at what's come out of those countries for inspiration on typography, layout, and color aesthetic in not only my graphic designs when I do them, but even my illustrations. For that reason it gets a bigger spot on my map.
5. Gainax: When I was a kid, (around 12-13 years old,) I watched this weird new thing called Evangelion with some friends. We got a copy of the whole series that was burned to a CD. It ran at 320x240, terribly compressed, with little yellow subtitles. Still, I got really into it. Back when I didn't even know what I was watching was called Anime and it was "a thing." I got into it not because it was from Japan, just because it was unlike anything I saw before on my TV. FLCL came shortly after, and seeing more of what Gainax was capable of blew my little mind. The characters, the interactions, the art design, it gave me a high that always made me giddy and say "I WANT TO MAKE THINGS LIKE THIS" in my head. I mean, obviously not make things LIKE Eva or FLCL, but rather things that replicate the feeling they give me. On some level, Gainax penetrates EVERYTHING I DO whether I'm aware of it or not.
6. The City of Boston: I've lived in Boston for the past 7 or so years. I've explored just about every inch of it and it's had a large impact on me, living in a major urban center, yet one that's so small and varied. Most of my illustrations bear resemblance to parts of Boston I've seen and hung out around. Boston is home to many different architectural styles, including most notably: Brutalism. My love of Brutalist structures and concrete as a construction material comes from Boston. I'll have to leave Boston someday, and its influence will likely remain for a long time after.
7. Packing up & Moving: Oddly enough, I've never lived (outside of my childhood) in the same place for more than 2 years. I'm always on the move. Some of the reasons are family related and personal, but usually it's just because of the nature of how I live in the city. I've had 6 different addresses in Boston. When I move into an apartment, I don't see it as a home, it's just a place to work, eat, and sleep, until it comes time to move to the next place. This has a profound effect on how I feel as an artist, and how I connect to the images I create. I'm waiting for the day I move into a place that feels like a home.
8. Mirror's Edge: In 2008/2009, Mirror's Edge opened my eyes to seeing light, shadow, and color in ways I'd never considered before. It was responsible for a kind of "reinvention" of myself as an artist, propelling me to replicate what I saw in the game, learn from it, and become a better artist to a professional level.
9. Boards of Canada: To this day continues to be the most influential music to my work. All of my artworks have a corresponding BoC track that inspired its feel in some form.
10. Kiyohiko Azuma: Back around the same time I discovered FLCL, the work of Azuma found its way to me and I became interested in "slice of life" story telling, (the notion that stories DON'T have to be all about epicness and saving the world, etc, it can be interesting in its complete everyday normalcy,) On top of this, Azuma's own illustration work resonates with me for his deep understanding of composition, perspective, and again, overall feel. Azuma got me to realize how to make images feel more "familiar," and easy to connect with to a viewer.
11. Alessandro Barbucci: He's been an influence of mine for years, and something of a personal goal. I look up to his work as an artist and storyteller. To roughly as good as him is where I'd like to be headed. ]]>
So, quick explanation going top down, left to right:

1. Studio 4C: Ever since I was in high school and early college, countless 4C productions have stuck with me in ways I constantly refer back to. TEKKONKINKREET and "Beyond" two particular works.
2. Scott Wills: I always liked the aesthetic of his work from several shows he did work for when I was a kid, such as Samurai Jack and Dexter's Laboratory. Many years ago I found out who he was, and got to see the wider breadth of his work to absorb. To this day Wills continues to be an influence on my work in terms of color palette, use of light, and scene construction.
3. MegaMan: Some of the best early gaming experiences I ever had. From MegaMan 1-6, and X-X3, I found the creativity of the worlds present in these games fun to try to draw my own when I was a kid. My school notebooks were full of drawings of MegMan, enemies, and robot masters. Unlike the Mario games, MegaMan games were some of the first I felt had true theme and purpose to them.
4. Swiss Graphic Design: I've always been minimalistic at heart, and love flat graphic shapes. When I learned that most of the world's modern design languages came from Switzerland, Sweden, and Germany, I've always looked at what's come out of those countries for inspiration on typography, layout, and color aesthetic in not only my graphic designs when I do them, but even my illustrations. For that reason it gets a bigger spot on my map.
5. Gainax: When I was a kid, (around 12-13 years old,) I watched this weird new thing called Evangelion with some friends. We got a copy of the whole series that was burned to a CD. It ran at 320x240, terribly compressed, with little yellow subtitles. Still, I got really into it. Back when I didn't even know what I was watching was called Anime and it was "a thing." I got into it not because it was from Japan, just because it was unlike anything I saw before on my TV. FLCL came shortly after, and seeing more of what Gainax was capable of blew my little mind. The characters, the interactions, the art design, it gave me a high that always made me giddy and say "I WANT TO MAKE THINGS LIKE THIS" in my head. I mean, obviously not make things LIKE Eva or FLCL, but rather things that replicate the feeling they give me. On some level, Gainax penetrates EVERYTHING I DO whether I'm aware of it or not.
6. The City of Boston: I've lived in Boston for the past 7 or so years. I've explored just about every inch of it and it's had a large impact on me, living in a major urban center, yet one that's so small and varied. Most of my illustrations bear resemblance to parts of Boston I've seen and hung out around. Boston is home to many different architectural styles, including most notably: Brutalism. My love of Brutalist structures and concrete as a construction material comes from Boston. I'll have to leave Boston someday, and its influence will likely remain for a long time after.
7. Packing up & Moving: Oddly enough, I've never lived (outside of my childhood) in the same place for more than 2 years. I'm always on the move. Some of the reasons are family related and personal, but usually it's just because of the nature of how I live in the city. I've had 6 different addresses in Boston. When I move into an apartment, I don't see it as a home, it's just a place to work, eat, and sleep, until it comes time to move to the next place. This has a profound effect on how I feel as an artist, and how I connect to the images I create. I'm waiting for the day I move into a place that feels like a home.
8. Mirror's Edge: In 2008/2009, Mirror's Edge opened my eyes to seeing light, shadow, and color in ways I'd never considered before. It was responsible for a kind of "reinvention" of myself as an artist, propelling me to replicate what I saw in the game, learn from it, and become a better artist to a professional level.
9. Boards of Canada: To this day continues to be the most influential music to my work. All of my artworks have a corresponding BoC track that inspired its feel in some form.
10. Kiyohiko Azuma: Back around the same time I discovered FLCL, the work of Azuma found its way to me and I became interested in "slice of life" story telling, (the notion that stories DON'T have to be all about epicness and saving the world, etc, it can be interesting in its complete everyday normalcy,) On top of this, Azuma's own illustration work resonates with me for his deep understanding of composition, perspective, and again, overall feel. Azuma got me to realize how to make images feel more "familiar," and easy to connect with to a viewer.
11. Alessandro Barbucci: He's been an influence of mine for years, and something of a personal goal. I look up to his work as an artist and storyteller. To roughly as good as him is where I'd like to be headed.

]]> Influence Map Template http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Influence-Map-Template-174550753 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Influence-Map-Template-174550753 Sun, 08 Aug 2010 17:11:38 PDT Influence Map Template nonadult darelated/deviousfun/memes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2010-2013 `fox-orian +++++[[[ Click here to download the PSD file ]]]+++++
(makes it easier to fill out if you intend to do it.)

All the relevant text for this meme is in the picture! [Below the grid.]

Do this and show others what influences you!
Hell, you might even discover some things about yourself doing this!

The grid can ultimately be filled out however you want it to be. The recommended sizes of the images are shown below the grid -- make your biggest influence take up 3x3 squares! Lesser ones to follow.
Also, editing the file, changing colors, sizes, fonts, whatever, have at it! Make it yours!

See my own filled out version here so you have a good idea on what to do!

These people that REALLY made it their own:

Look at this one to really, really make you think:

And, I just got a big kick out of these ones:
[link]
[link]
[it's better if you don't see the thumb first.]

Remember, if you want to see ALL of the influence map submissions, type in "influence map" [WITH quotations] in the DeviantART Search! Remember to put "influence map" in the keywords so yours shows up, too!

----------------------------------------------------------------

EDIT: Oh god, a DD? Hahaha by now, seeing how many people did the meme already, doesn't really seems like it needs the more exposure! Man I made this and thought only like, 40 people would do it total, considering there were probably like 10 other similar iterations of this same meme elsewhere It was just a little spur of the moment idea I got while at work and felt like having a little fun. See what you did DA? LOOK AT WHAT YOU DID! Well, thanks for the DD -- I wonder when my Perspective tutorial is still going to get the award, though

--------------------------------------------------------------- ]]> +++++[[[ Click here to download the PSD file ]]]+++++
(makes it easier to fill out if you intend to do it.)

All the relevant text for this meme is in the picture! [Below the grid.]

Do this and show others what influences you!
Hell, you might even discover some things about yourself doing this!

The grid can ultimately be filled out however you want it to be. The recommended sizes of the images are shown below the grid -- make your biggest influence take up 3x3 squares! Lesser ones to follow.
Also, editing the file, changing colors, sizes, fonts, whatever, have at it! Make it yours!

See my own filled out version here so you have a good idea on what to do!

These people that REALLY made it their own:

Look at this one to really, really make you think:

---------------------------------------------------------------

]]> PROTIP: What App For What Chart http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/PROTIP-What-App-For-What-Chart-345591336 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/PROTIP-What-App-For-What-Chart-345591336 Sat, 29 Dec 2012 22:15:00 PST PROTIP: What App For What Chart nonadult resources/tutorials/digiart/other fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2012-2013 `fox-orian NOTE: These star ratings are pit only against each other relatively, not every app on the market!

I keep seeing lots of debates about what program should be used for what. This is different than the Filetype tutorial I did, where this is dealing with the type of work being done, versus export purpose.

Im not claiming this chart I made is gospel, but it should give a pretty good idea on what the strengths are of each particular program are based on some basic needs and parameters.

This chart should also help you determine what program is best to buy if youre looking to purchase one for things you want to do. For instance, SAI is cheap and can do most drawing/painting needs, but not type or design. Photoshop is an all-around great performer, but is the most expensive program of the lot. Manga Studio can handle more things than SAI, but only about averagely so. Hope this makes sense of things for you!

(Of course, your mileage may vary on these ratings.)

By the way, this chart is totally a rip on the old Speed/Accel. chart in the Super Mario Kart instruction manual. (See page 25.)

WHERE'S GIMP????????? (or --other program here--)
I've never ever used Gimp before. I have no professional experience or informed opinion on the program. Thus, I will not list it here since I have no history with it.
On the plus side, Gimp is free -- so why don't you go give it a try and see for yourself? You have nothing to lose! ]]> NOTE: These star ratings are pit only against each other relatively, not every app on the market!

I keep seeing lots of debates about what program should be used for what. This is different than the Filetype tutorial I did, where this is dealing with the type of work being done, versus export purpose.

Im not claiming this chart I made is gospel, but it should give a pretty good idea on what the strengths are of each particular program are based on some basic needs and parameters.

This chart should also help you determine what program is best to buy if youre looking to purchase one for things you want to do. For instance, SAI is cheap and can do most drawing/painting needs, but not type or design. Photoshop is an all-around great performer, but is the most expensive program of the lot. Manga Studio can handle more things than SAI, but only about averagely so. Hope this makes sense of things for you!

(Of course, your mileage may vary on these ratings.)

By the way, this chart is totally a rip on the old Speed/Accel. chart in the Super Mario Kart instruction manual. (See page 25.)

WHERE'S GIMP????????? (or --other program here--)
I've never ever used Gimp before. I have no professional experience or informed opinion on the program. Thus, I will not list it here since I have no history with it.
On the plus side, Gimp is free -- so why don't you go give it a try and see for yourself? You have nothing to lose!

]]> Essential Illustration Brushes V3 Extended http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Essential-Illustration-Brushes-V3-Extended-117211736 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Essential-Illustration-Brushes-V3-Extended-117211736 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 17:25:19 PDT Essential Illustration Brushes V3 Extended nonadult resources/applications/psbrushes fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2009-2013 `fox-orian This brush pack is designed as a total replacement for your current set.
Or at the very least, designed to be inserted at the top of your list of brushes as an essential starting collection.

---------------------------------------------------------------------

Version 3! What's New?
- This is now an extended version of the older V2 set, (from 1.8MB now to 32MB,) containing the brushes I use often in my day to day Photoshop drawing and painting.
- Things to note: a few brushes have been removed because I never used them due to their rather uselessness. The "Knife" brushes in particular have been removed, and replaced by "Broad Tip 1 & 2" under the Flats Set.
- A fantastic painting set "Triangle Brushes" by Joshua James has been added to the Painting section, and I've been using these on almost everything since I found them.
- Also new are a bunch of sponge / spatter brushes I've been using often as texture bases to painting. Useful!
- The Chalk brushes are also a pretty essential part of Photoshop in general, so I've added a section just for them.

---------------------------------------------------------------------

About This Set
I borrowed an organizational method here that I saw Feng Zhu use in his videos. Create numbered brushes that go at the start of each row. (Note these number brushes are not supposed to be used.) They divide the brushes into the sections seen above in the preview, that way you quickly know which section you're in while browsing in icon view. The trick, however, is that you have to resize your brush window to the correct width to place all the numbers on the left-most column.
The blank 1px brushes are merely spacers. They contain no brush data. These can always be swapped out for your own brushes you'd like to add to those sections, if you like, or duplicate them to make full rows just in case things aren't lining up evenly.

Many of the brushes in this set have been made by me, but a good number of them have also been downloaded or shared to me by friends. I don't have all of the credit information for them. I've labelled brushes in the set with proper credits to their creators as I know of them, but if you see a brush of yours in here and it isn't credited to you, let me know!

Enjoy this new set, it improves greatly on the old set while remaining easy to navigate thanks to organizing it all.

---------------------------------------------------------------------

LEGACY VERSION 2 DOWNLOAD
Still looking for the lighter weight old version? Download it at the link below!
Essental Illustration Brushes V2: [Preview] [Download]

---------------------------------------------------------------------

A NOTE ABOUT USAGE RIGHTS AND CREDITATION:
First, don't worry about it, and second, don't worry about it.
These brushes are just tools. They are not copyrighted or infringe-able. What you create with them becomes copyrighted only to yourself. This is wholly free. You do not need to credit me. You can feel free to link people to these brushes if you want, but don't feel obligated to credit me as the provider to make your work possible. I was not responsible, you and your talent is responsible.
Think of it this way: would you write a note to Utrect, Steadtler, Faber-Castell etc to ask if it's OK to use their line of pencils, pens, and markers to make your art? No, you wouldn't, and this brush set is no different. Have fun, and create! ]]> This brush pack is designed as a total replacement for your current set.
Or at the very least, designed to be inserted at the top of your list of brushes as an essential starting collection.

---------------------------------------------------------------------

Version 3! What's New?
- This is now an extended version of the older V2 set, (from 1.8MB now to 32MB,) containing the brushes I use often in my day to day Photoshop drawing and painting.
- Things to note: a few brushes have been removed because I never used them due to their rather uselessness. The "Knife" brushes in particular have been removed, and replaced by "Broad Tip 1 & 2" under the Flats Set.
- A fantastic painting set "Triangle Brushes" by Joshua James has been added to the Painting section, and I've been using these on almost everything since I found them.
- Also new are a bunch of sponge / spatter brushes I've been using often as texture bases to painting. Useful!
- The Chalk brushes are also a pretty essential part of Photoshop in general, so I've added a section just for them.

---------------------------------------------------------------------

About This Set
I borrowed an organizational method here that I saw Feng Zhu use in his videos. Create numbered brushes that go at the start of each row. (Note these number brushes are not supposed to be used.) They divide the brushes into the sections seen above in the preview, that way you quickly know which section you're in while browsing in icon view. The trick, however, is that you have to resize your brush window to the correct width to place all the numbers on the left-most column.
The blank 1px brushes are merely spacers. They contain no brush data. These can always be swapped out for your own brushes you'd like to add to those sections, if you like, or duplicate them to make full rows just in case things aren't lining up evenly.

Many of the brushes in this set have been made by me, but a good number of them have also been downloaded or shared to me by friends. I don't have all of the credit information for them. I've labelled brushes in the set with proper credits to their creators as I know of them, but if you see a brush of yours in here and it isn't credited to you, let me know!

Enjoy this new set, it improves greatly on the old set while remaining easy to navigate thanks to organizing it all.

---------------------------------------------------------------------

LEGACY VERSION 2 DOWNLOAD
Still looking for the lighter weight old version? Download it at the link below!
Essental Illustration Brushes V2: [Preview] [Download]

---------------------------------------------------------------------

A NOTE ABOUT USAGE RIGHTS AND CREDITATION:
First, don't worry about it, and second, don't worry about it.
These brushes are just tools. They are not copyrighted or infringe-able. What you create with them becomes copyrighted only to yourself. This is wholly free. You do not need to credit me. You can feel free to link people to these brushes if you want, but don't feel obligated to credit me as the provider to make your work possible. I was not responsible, you and your talent is responsible.
Think of it this way: would you write a note to Utrect, Steadtler, Faber-Castell etc to ask if it's OK to use their line of pencils, pens, and markers to make your art? No, you wouldn't, and this brush set is no different. Have fun, and create!

]]> Drawing Cities 1 - Corridor Streets http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Drawing-Cities-1-Corridor-Streets-301256539 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Drawing-Cities-1-Corridor-Streets-301256539 Thu, 10 May 2012 12:12:37 PDT Drawing Cities 1 - Corridor Streets nonadult resources/tutorials/tradart/drawing/perspective fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2012-2013 `fox-orian

Remember! Observe these things in real life as you walk around! This tip is just to make you aware. By observing in real life, is how you can really make it feel real!

Hope it helps you out! ]]>

Remember! Observe these things in real life as you walk around! This tip is just to make you aware. By observing in real life, is how you can really make it feel real!

Hope it helps you out!

]]> Drawing Cities 2 - Academic Perspective http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Drawing-Cities-2-Academic-Perspective-303467630 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Drawing-Cities-2-Academic-Perspective-303467630 Mon, 21 May 2012 01:12:15 PDT Drawing Cities 2 - Academic Perspective nonadult resources/tutorials/tradart/drawing/perspective fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2012-2013 `fox-orian
This is something I see from many artists, even experienced ones who aught to really know better!

Again, these are simple drawings meant just to get the point across. The "Avoid Corridor Streets" tip from last time still applies here -- which is more of something you'd worry about AFTER you do a basic planning of the city block you're mapping out.

As always, this is a tip to make you aware! Your own observation in real life is what will really help the most with this kind of stuff. Enjoy!

TIP #1: "Avoid Corridor Streets" ]]>
This is something I see from many artists, even experienced ones who aught to really know better!

Again, these are simple drawings meant just to get the point across. The "Avoid Corridor Streets" tip from last time still applies here -- which is more of something you'd worry about AFTER you do a basic planning of the city block you're mapping out.

As always, this is a tip to make you aware! Your own observation in real life is what will really help the most with this kind of stuff. Enjoy!

TIP #1: "Avoid Corridor Streets"

]]> PROTIP - Straight Vector Lines with SAI http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/PROTIP-Straight-Vector-Lines-with-SAI-288881931 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/PROTIP-Straight-Vector-Lines-with-SAI-288881931 Tue, 06 Mar 2012 01:53:44 PST PROTIP - Straight Vector Lines with SAI nonadult resources/tutorials/appreference/painttoolsai fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2012-2013 `fox-orian
This may already be a well-known thing among SAI users, but I thought I'd make it into a mini-tutorial anyway

This may be the start of a new mini-series of tutorial which focuses on a single aspect of using a piece of software. PROTIPS!

Enjoy!

Edit: Added a new point about adding a quick curve. (#4) ]]>
This may already be a well-known thing among SAI users, but I thought I'd make it into a mini-tutorial anyway

This may be the start of a new mini-series of tutorial which focuses on a single aspect of using a piece of software. PROTIPS!

Enjoy!

Edit: Added a new point about adding a quick curve. (#4)

]]> Quick Lighting, Fox's Way http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Quick-Lighting-Fox-s-Way-254337276 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Quick-Lighting-Fox-s-Way-254337276 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 23:54:51 PDT Quick Lighting, Fox's Way nonadult resources/tutorials/digiart/dpadigi/photoshop fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2011-2013 `fox-orian
This highlights a form of lighting I like to use in some of my images. You could say that this is very similar to my "Coloring via Adjustment Layers" tutorial, except this is a little more to-the-point, without trying to cram in a lot of lessons on Adjustment Layers either.

Anyway, enjoy the simplicity of it all! ]]>
This highlights a form of lighting I like to use in some of my images. You could say that this is very similar to my "Coloring via Adjustment Layers" tutorial, except this is a little more to-the-point, without trying to cram in a lot of lessons on Adjustment Layers either.

Anyway, enjoy the simplicity of it all!

]]> Best Advice Tutorial http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Best-Advice-Tutorial-210343858 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Best-Advice-Tutorial-210343858 Wed, 25 May 2011 19:44:08 PDT Best Advice Tutorial nonadult resources/tutorials/digiart/dpadigi/photoshop fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2011-2013 `fox-orian journal post I made recently and my influence map exercise.

This might not look like much, but it has some information I think many need to hear, because it may just be getting entirely overlooked. I would almost consider this the most basic, most important tutorial I've written. Not all of you might agree wholly with it either, and that's fine -- these are just the opinions of myself.

Go do what you need to do!

This is more of a PSA than anything, come to think of it.
By the way, I did design it so that it reads "BEST ADVICE: JUST DO IT - NOW GET TO WORK" from the thumbnail. It remains as a tiny reminder XD ]]> journal post I made recently and my influence map exercise.

This might not look like much, but it has some information I think many need to hear, because it may just be getting entirely overlooked. I would almost consider this the most basic, most important tutorial I've written. Not all of you might agree wholly with it either, and that's fine -- these are just the opinions of myself.

Go do what you need to do!

This is more of a PSA than anything, come to think of it.
By the way, I did design it so that it reads "BEST ADVICE: JUST DO IT - NOW GET TO WORK" from the thumbnail. It remains as a tiny reminder XD

]]> LAB Color Mixing and You http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/LAB-Color-Mixing-and-You-243642090 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/LAB-Color-Mixing-and-You-243642090 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 01:24:46 PDT LAB Color Mixing and You nonadult resources/tutorials/digiart/dpadigi/photoshop fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2011-2013 `fox-orian
Ever wonder what LAB color sliders were in Photoshop? Here's a little bit of enlightenment to help you figure out what the hell they do.

A note about this tutorial: This is MIXING COLOR with LAB Sliders -- NOT speaking about the LAB Color Space which your open document can be converted to. You need special monitors that can show LAB color space -- something more useful to professional photographers. With LAB Sliders, you can use RGB and CMYK color space, both work just fine since we're using this for the purposes of choosing colors for painting/coloring -- NOT color correction.

Also: Adoption of the new "ORIANART" name. I believe I'm leaving the name Plastic Shards behind, soon. ]]>
Ever wonder what LAB color sliders were in Photoshop? Here's a little bit of enlightenment to help you figure out what the hell they do.

A note about this tutorial: This is MIXING COLOR with LAB Sliders -- NOT speaking about the LAB Color Space which your open document can be converted to. You need special monitors that can show LAB color space -- something more useful to professional photographers. With LAB Sliders, you can use RGB and CMYK color space, both work just fine since we're using this for the purposes of choosing colors for painting/coloring -- NOT color correction.

Also: Adoption of the new "ORIANART" name. I believe I'm leaving the name Plastic Shards behind, soon.

]]> Wacom Starter's Guide 2011 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Wacom-Starter-s-Guide-2011-189976186 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Wacom-Starter-s-Guide-2011-189976186 Sat, 18 Dec 2010 03:56:06 PST Wacom Starter's Guide 2011 nonadult resources/tutorials/digiart/dpadigi/photoshop fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2010-2013 `fox-orian UPDATE SUMMER 2012: This tutorial is obviously a little bit out of date. My how the technology landscape changes over time! We now have a vastly different lineup of Cintiq tablets, all new Intuos 5's, and tablet PC's are going the ways of the dinosaur! Windows 8 tablets are going to be having real digitizer pen input! This is going to be some exiting times for the future of a digital artist! So please take what information I provide here as BASE value -- it can be applied to newer products as well!

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Check out this journal post for a little more info:
[ FAQ #1: WHICH WACOM SHOULD I BUY? ]

--------------- EXTENSION OF "GRAYSCALE UNDERPAINTING" -----------------
I know the last section about grayscale underpainting is a little short. I had to suddenly end the tutorial a little early because I didn't realize I had reached the end of my 18,000 pixel max allotment. (DA can't take more than 18,000 pixels at a time.) I might fiddle with that section a little bit to squeeze slightly more relevant information, and make it feel less "cut-off."

There's not a lot I can add to it, anyway, though. Painting the grayscale layer is no different than just using the technique explained above it. This is also not exactly relevant to the actual use of the tablet, but more of a technique of Photoshop or another program. I only mention trying grayscale painting because it's easier than straight-up color painting, and can provide good practice on blending shades together. (Grayscale is like drawing something in 2D. It's easier because you're only concerned about two aspects of the process. Color is like 3D. It's harder because there's more to consider along the way.)

However, I will touch lightly upon adding color to the grayscale layer is a matter of either painting over it intuitively with appropriate values, or use a layer above the grayscale set to something like "Overlay" or "Multiply" and paint flat colors on it. You'll find that the layer will blend the color with the grayscale, combining all the appropriate values automatically. You shouldn't use this as a method to finish a piece, however. Touch-up work will have to be done on additional layers or your work will appear somewhat lifeless and "paint-by-numbers-esque."

*Omar-Dogan has a great tutorial speaking more about coloring grayscale art here: [link]

------------------------------ Original Description --------------------------------

I know, it's not P&C part 3 -- but I really wanted to put this one out. My old 2008 wacom tutorial is my most viewed, and I felt it really needed a massive rewrite talking about all kinds of aspects about things to CONSIDER, rather than things you should just "do" in a normal tutorial skill-building sense. I mean, the old 2008 tutorial doesn't even have any mention of the bamboo or intuos 4 or latest model cintiq, so yeah, it was time to update.

Man, another article 18,000 pixels tall.

It's a lot to read, I realize that, which is why I call this an "article" more than a tutorial. I also state more opinion in this than my previous tutorials, also lending to that "article" name.

Give it a read if you think it will benefit you. I want to try to help as many people as possible learn about those scary unusual things called Graphic Tablets.

Anyway, this is only like version 0.5 of this tutorial. There will be edits made to certain parts to better clarify, and some parts potentially rewritten because of the sudden lack of space to continue writing. I haven't fully proofread it yet, so there are some spelling and syntax errors. Bear with that for now

]]> UPDATE SUMMER 2012: This tutorial is obviously a little bit out of date. My how the technology landscape changes over time! We now have a vastly different lineup of Cintiq tablets, all new Intuos 5's, and tablet PC's are going the ways of the dinosaur! Windows 8 tablets are going to be having real digitizer pen input! This is going to be some exiting times for the future of a digital artist! So please take what information I provide here as BASE value -- it can be applied to newer products as well!

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?
Check out this journal post for a little more info:
[ FAQ #1: WHICH WACOM SHOULD I BUY? ]

--------------- EXTENSION OF "GRAYSCALE UNDERPAINTING" -----------------
I know the last section about grayscale underpainting is a little short. I had to suddenly end the tutorial a little early because I didn't realize I had reached the end of my 18,000 pixel max allotment. (DA can't take more than 18,000 pixels at a time.) I might fiddle with that section a little bit to squeeze slightly more relevant information, and make it feel less "cut-off."

There's not a lot I can add to it, anyway, though. Painting the grayscale layer is no different than just using the technique explained above it. This is also not exactly relevant to the actual use of the tablet, but more of a technique of Photoshop or another program. I only mention trying grayscale painting because it's easier than straight-up color painting, and can provide good practice on blending shades together. (Grayscale is like drawing something in 2D. It's easier because you're only concerned about two aspects of the process. Color is like 3D. It's harder because there's more to consider along the way.)

However, I will touch lightly upon adding color to the grayscale layer is a matter of either painting over it intuitively with appropriate values, or use a layer above the grayscale set to something like "Overlay" or "Multiply" and paint flat colors on it. You'll find that the layer will blend the color with the grayscale, combining all the appropriate values automatically. You shouldn't use this as a method to finish a piece, however. Touch-up work will have to be done on additional layers or your work will appear somewhat lifeless and "paint-by-numbers-esque."

*Omar-Dogan has a great tutorial speaking more about coloring grayscale art here: [link]

------------------------------ Original Description --------------------------------

I know, it's not P&C part 3 -- but I really wanted to put this one out. My old 2008 wacom tutorial is my most viewed, and I felt it really needed a massive rewrite talking about all kinds of aspects about things to CONSIDER, rather than things you should just "do" in a normal tutorial skill-building sense. I mean, the old 2008 tutorial doesn't even have any mention of the bamboo or intuos 4 or latest model cintiq, so yeah, it was time to update.

Man, another article 18,000 pixels tall.

It's a lot to read, I realize that, which is why I call this an "article" more than a tutorial. I also state more opinion in this than my previous tutorials, also lending to that "article" name.

Give it a read if you think it will benefit you. I want to try to help as many people as possible learn about those scary unusual things called Graphic Tablets.

Anyway, this is only like version 0.5 of this tutorial. There will be edits made to certain parts to better clarify, and some parts potentially rewritten because of the sudden lack of space to continue writing. I haven't fully proofread it yet, so there are some spelling and syntax errors. Bear with that for now

]]> Perspective + Composition Pt.1 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Perspective-Composition-Pt-1-118068853 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Perspective-Composition-Pt-1-118068853 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 05:23:02 PDT Perspective + Composition Pt.1 nonadult resources/tutorials/tradart/drawing/perspective fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2009-2013 `fox-orian Edit 01.2013: - This tutorial is a bit old by now and my understanding of perspective has developed quite a bit over the years. After giving this a re-read, most of information here is still sound and makes sense. However, I'd like to point out in particular that the section labelled as "Objects with Unique Vanishing Points" is a bit off. I don't think the concept is wrong, but I do think it's both written and presented wrong. Still, what's talked about in this section is something I never do in my own work, because once you've mastered 1, 2, and 3 point perspective, you should be able to draw objects that conform to different vanishing points completely on intuition alone.

------------------------------------------- [end edit]

Part 2 of this tutorial now available!
- Perspective & Compostition Part 2 -

View my other tutorials here: [link]

_______________________________________________

This is part one of a potentially two or three part tutorial series all about compositional theory, perspective, and how it all comes all together to allow you to make totally kickass pictures.

In part one we look at all three types of linear perspective with dedicated step-by-step examples and LOTS of advice to read. I hope you guys really get something out of it! The information covered in this is equivalent to what they actually teach you in just about any art college/institute. 'Cept this is free.

Special Thanks: !windlab for helping me proof read this monster. It's now typo and grammar error free! ]]> Edit 01.2013: - This tutorial is a bit old by now and my understanding of perspective has developed quite a bit over the years. After giving this a re-read, most of information here is still sound and makes sense. However, I'd like to point out in particular that the section labelled as "Objects with Unique Vanishing Points" is a bit off. I don't think the concept is wrong, but I do think it's both written and presented wrong. Still, what's talked about in this section is something I never do in my own work, because once you've mastered 1, 2, and 3 point perspective, you should be able to draw objects that conform to different vanishing points completely on intuition alone.

------------------------------------------- [end edit]

Part 2 of this tutorial now available!
- Perspective & Compostition Part 2 -

View my other tutorials here: [link]

_______________________________________________

This is part one of a potentially two or three part tutorial series all about compositional theory, perspective, and how it all comes all together to allow you to make totally kickass pictures.

In part one we look at all three types of linear perspective with dedicated step-by-step examples and LOTS of advice to read. I hope you guys really get something out of it! The information covered in this is equivalent to what they actually teach you in just about any art college/institute. 'Cept this is free.

Special Thanks: !windlab for helping me proof read this monster. It's now typo and grammar error free!

]]> P+C Pt.3 - For What its Worth http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/P-C-Pt-3-For-What-its-Worth-243559214 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/P-C-Pt-3-For-What-its-Worth-243559214 Tue, 19 Jul 2011 16:40:26 PDT P+C Pt.3 - For What its Worth nonadult resources/tutorials/tradart/drawing/perspective fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2011-2013 `fox-orian Perspective & Composition Part 3 just proved to be too big of a beast to tackle in one go. The sheer scope of what has to be covered in lighting, how it works, shadows, how they work, and how to effectively use them in a scene is just too much to handle. What I got done is what you see here.

It may not be incredibly useful information, but it may still be a little enlightening to some.

Sorry that it never got finished, guys. I'd recommend looking up books on the subject and possibly doing a lot of your own field research by looking -- REALLY looking -- and playing with light to see how it works in relation to the small bit of information I have listed here. ]]> Perspective & Composition Part 3 just proved to be too big of a beast to tackle in one go. The sheer scope of what has to be covered in lighting, how it works, shadows, how they work, and how to effectively use them in a scene is just too much to handle. What I got done is what you see here.

It may not be incredibly useful information, but it may still be a little enlightening to some.

Sorry that it never got finished, guys. I'd recommend looking up books on the subject and possibly doing a lot of your own field research by looking -- REALLY looking -- and playing with light to see how it works in relation to the small bit of information I have listed here.

]]> Painting via Adjustment Layers http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Painting-via-Adjustment-Layers-114727026 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Painting-via-Adjustment-Layers-114727026 Mon, 02 Mar 2009 23:25:33 PST Painting via Adjustment Layers nonadult resources/tutorials/digiart/dpadigi/photoshop fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2009-2013 `fox-orian This is a funky tutorial I made back in the day before I learned how to paint with straight-up color. These days I'd recommend using these filters for COLOR CORRECTION ONLY, not painting an entire image with them like I do here in the tutorial. Still, the tutorial serves its purpose to introduce you to how powerfully helpful adjustment layers are.

Enjoy all the same! ]]> This is a funky tutorial I made back in the day before I learned how to paint with straight-up color. These days I'd recommend using these filters for COLOR CORRECTION ONLY, not painting an entire image with them like I do here in the tutorial. Still, the tutorial serves its purpose to introduce you to how powerfully helpful adjustment layers are.

Enjoy all the same!

]]> COMIC+MANGA Bitmap Halftoning http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/COMIC-MANGA-Bitmap-Halftoning-101319199 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/COMIC-MANGA-Bitmap-Halftoning-101319199 Mon, 20 Oct 2008 17:01:31 PDT COMIC+MANGA Bitmap Halftoning nonadult resources/tutorials/digiart/dpadigi/photoshop fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2008-2013 `fox-orian
CHECK OUT SYNTHESIS HERE: [link]

View my other tutorials here: [link]

_____________________________________

This tutorial is all about getting control over the halftone patterns on a page intended for printing and screen viewing. The settings outlined in the tutorial help you define a specific look, as laser printers by default do not halftone, but instead apply a dot-matrix dither that frankly just doesn't cut it.

This is really only a tutorial on how to create a printable and authentic halftone screen, not Manga Screen Tones. Manga Screen Tones usually have a lot of pre-fabricated patterns and designs [such as those incredibly cliche yet popular glowing feathers] that this tutorial won't help you create. Besides, things are always better when you create them yourself! And thats what this is designed to help you with.

Give it a read and learn something!

Important Note About DPI Setting: The parameters outlined in the tutorial are intended for 600DPI documents. If you're using 300DPI, you may have to half the parameters to get the same sized halftone patterns as the tutorial.
My recommendation is to use 600DPI if you intend on making a comic -- 600DPI documents are a good flexible size!

Want to donate? Read below! [Donators get a special downloadable gift!]
________________________________________ _______

I do wholeheartedly offer my tutorials, shared knowledge, and potential counseling for free. However, if you feel like you would love to send a donation to me, you can send one to my paypal by clicking the donate button below! By sending even just a buck or two, I'll gladly reply to you via email with a link to download a gift pack of exclusive high resolution wallpaper-sized images of most of my key works! It's the least I can do in return for your kindness!

I also guarantee that your contributions will continue to make me more dedicated to serving you, the community, and fellow artists with help they need.

[Click here to preview the wallpapers included in the gift pack!]

[Click here to DONATE to fox-orian via Paypal!]

_{registration not required}

_{NOTE: If you donate, I am automatically notified with an email address to reply to you at. If you don't get an email reply from me within 24 to 48 hours about the gift pack, let me know! There's a small chance I may have missed the notification in my inbox. If you are a DA member who donated, send me a note instead of an email about any problem, as I check my DA inbox more often!}

]]>
CHECK OUT SYNTHESIS HERE: [link]

View my other tutorials here: [link]

_____________________________________

This tutorial is all about getting control over the halftone patterns on a page intended for printing and screen viewing. The settings outlined in the tutorial help you define a specific look, as laser printers by default do not halftone, but instead apply a dot-matrix dither that frankly just doesn't cut it.

This is really only a tutorial on how to create a printable and authentic halftone screen, not Manga Screen Tones. Manga Screen Tones usually have a lot of pre-fabricated patterns and designs [such as those incredibly cliche yet popular glowing feathers] that this tutorial won't help you create. Besides, things are always better when you create them yourself! And thats what this is designed to help you with.

Give it a read and learn something!

Important Note About DPI Setting: The parameters outlined in the tutorial are intended for 600DPI documents. If you're using 300DPI, you may have to half the parameters to get the same sized halftone patterns as the tutorial.
My recommendation is to use 600DPI if you intend on making a comic -- 600DPI documents are a good flexible size!

Want to donate? Read below! [Donators get a special downloadable gift!]
________________________________________ _______

I do wholeheartedly offer my tutorials, shared knowledge, and potential counseling for free. However, if you feel like you would love to send a donation to me, you can send one to my paypal by clicking the donate button below! By sending even just a buck or two, I'll gladly reply to you via email with a link to download a gift pack of exclusive high resolution wallpaper-sized images of most of my key works! It's the least I can do in return for your kindness!

I also guarantee that your contributions will continue to make me more dedicated to serving you, the community, and fellow artists with help they need.

[Click here to preview the wallpapers included in the gift pack!]

[Click here to DONATE to fox-orian via Paypal!]

_{registration not required}

]]> Steam + Vapor Tutorial v1.1 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Steam-Vapor-Tutorial-v1-1-116545576 http://fox-orian.deviantart.com/art/Steam-Vapor-Tutorial-v1-1-116545576 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 13:11:26 PDT Steam + Vapor Tutorial v1.1 nonadult resources/tutorials/digiart/dpadigi/photoshop fox-orian http://a.deviantart.net/avatars/f/o/fox-orian.png?14 Copyright 2009-2013 `fox-orian
Edit - One other tip for consideration: I don't consider this important enough to put into the tutorial, [because you should be able to tell through observation,] but just in case... Remember that steam never goes in a straight line. There's always some winding twist or turn in a plume of steam from the airflow or wind passing through it. Steam is just water vapor, so it's lightweight and lofty. Smoke, on the other hand, is much denser in mass, and will usually billow and spread as it gets higher. Smoke gets blown pretty uniformly at an angle from wind. See this as an example: [link] .

View my other tutorials here: [link]

Want to donate? Read below! [Donators get a special downloadable gift!]
________________________________________ _______

I do wholeheartedly offer my tutorials, shared knowledge, and potential counseling for free. However, if you feel like you would love to send a donation to me, you can send one to my paypal by clicking the donate button below! By sending even just a buck or two, I'll gladly reply to you via email with a link to download a gift pack of exclusive high resolution wallpaper-sized images of most of my key works! It's the least I can do in return for your kindness!

I also guarantee that your contributions will continue to make me more dedicated to serving you, the community, and fellow artists with help they need.

[Click here to preview the wallpapers included in the gift pack!]

[Click here to DONATE to fox-orian via Paypal!]

_{registration not required}

]]>
Edit - One other tip for consideration: I don't consider this important enough to put into the tutorial, [because you should be able to tell through observation,] but just in case... Remember that steam never goes in a straight line. There's always some winding twist or turn in a plume of steam from the airflow or wind passing through it. Steam is just water vapor, so it's lightweight and lofty. Smoke, on the other hand, is much denser in mass, and will usually billow and spread as it gets higher. Smoke gets blown pretty uniformly at an angle from wind. See this as an example: [link] .

View my other tutorials here: [link]

Want to donate? Read below! [Donators get a special downloadable gift!]
________________________________________ _______

I do wholeheartedly offer my tutorials, shared knowledge, and potential counseling for free. However, if you feel like you would love to send a donation to me, you can send one to my paypal by clicking the donate button below! By sending even just a buck or two, I'll gladly reply to you via email with a link to download a gift pack of exclusive high resolution wallpaper-sized images of most of my key works! It's the least I can do in return for your kindness!

I also guarantee that your contributions will continue to make me more dedicated to serving you, the community, and fellow artists with help they need.

[Click here to preview the wallpapers included in the gift pack!]

[Click here to DONATE to fox-orian via Paypal!]

_{registration not required}

]]>