A Tiger for Mea (Photoshop) www.renderosity.com/mod/gallery/index.php
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I have been drawing since I was 11, some 33 years ago.
My 6th grade teacher, Mr. Knoss, was a great artist and I greatly admired his illustrations. He encouraged me to pursue my artistic interests at a crucial time in my development.
My High School art teacher "Vern", was also a great influence. He always challenged me to try different things.
I was lucky that my parents were very supportive of my interest in art. I studied at The Minneapolis College of Art and Design (1986-1990). Where I was humbled by many great artists that were far more talented than I. There it was that I rounded out my fine art skills, and then chose to major in Media Arts. Studied film, video and sound. Learned all the skills needed to shoot, direct, edit those mediums.
While pursuing a Media Arts major, I discovered computer graphics, still in it's infancy. This is where I came to an Epiphany. Here was a new medium, that incorporated everything I had previously learned into one new medium. Not only that, but it had new dimensions, interactivity, feedback, randomness, AI. I was hooked.
The next 17 years I learned and grew with the industry. Learning everything from how to create and manipulate digital imagery and create animations, to interface design and interactive authoring. My day job is an Information Architect, a fancy term for software interface design.
A few years back, my wife and I hit on some difficult times (As many people do) and it was during a very dark time in our lives that I discovered what became Renderosity, Initially I posted work, merely as a way to get myself back into the discipline of making new art.
I was delighted to find a world-wide community of talented artists, exchanging ideas and art!! I was thrilled! I have learned so much from you, and your art has brightened up my world. I am lucky to have made some great friends here, and I aim to do tributes to all of you!
Somanyartistssolittletime! ; )
I use this gallery as an online journal, and put all of my "Brain-droppings" here, over 400 images.
To see "The best" of my work, you can use the portals on my gallery page or go to my website:
www.abrainteractive.com
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Comments (20)
robotalk
This really does complete the total experience of the 2 uploads...I like the story and both views of the artwork..fine image and appropriate Halloween mood piece ! --now Cookin Cajun Style on the barbeque network !!
TheAnimaGemini
I like your shadows behind the fire. very nice.work.
jjean21
I liked the ani but this is awesome as a still and the story makes it all the more so; I still love those shadowy monks...they complete the whole image and give it the 'spooky' atmosphere.
2Loose2Trek
Wonderful image ... it gives truth to the old adage that one should let sleeping dogs (erm ... or is that gods) lie. I love the way this story developed. I'm glad that my offhanded comment helped spark this excellent piece. V
logiloglu
i didnt know that story. thanks for posting it,Eric.very creative visualisation of it. !!!!!!!!! #:O) !!!!!!!!!
Forevernyt
Looks good as a still too! Very cool story!
Margana
Sorry Pascale?I wonder why...Anyway,wonderful work here Eric.Looks soooo cool and mysterious.Very evocative.Thanks for providing the story behind it.Take care my friend and thanks for your comment.-M :)
patmartj
Outstanding in all ways
alsafysh
hell yes the story is perfect for the gore lovers out there like me! great animation too!(on the other one :P)
Lorraine
oh....like a story told before a campfire...the night sounds become louder, and the movement just beyond the edge of darkness seem to be banished only by keeping a light on....! great job
Druidstorm
For some secrets should always remain secret. For the old code sometimes forgets to leave a do-not disturb sign for the curious of mind...Wonderful work in a spooky way...Bravo!!!...:))
Cosme..D..Churruca
Fanttico ! Love the story !
kimariehere
oh mann that gives me goosebumps!!! WOW COOL!!! WHAT WONT YOU THINK OF NEXT??!!! WOW!!
Tedz
More than once I have been referred to the Pagan Prince from the Dead....You Rang Sir?
butterfly_fish Online Now!
Nice! I can't decide if I like it better still or animated. But I love the storyline!! And I wouldn't want to be yanked back from the dead to serve them, either. It's plain rude. ;-) V
violet
The story gave your work a twist....well done !!!!!
TwoPynts
I love the quality of the still version. Terrific job Eric and the story is essential!! Boo!
idiot_sphinx
Excellent story line and wonderful designing !!~**~!!
mcv
Very effective spooky image - excellent use of color and pattern - superior mood and effects! ~v~
SamTherapy
First class. I prefer this one to the animated version; it has more atmosphere IMO.