I dont think of myself as an artist - more a creatively minded laymen. Im blessed with perpetual inspiration, but cursed by a lack of talent.
I have always loved to sketch, and on the odd occasion even paint. Unfortunately for me, a real world canvas doesnt have an undo button. This is why, back in 1996, I first started toying with a Shareware version of Paint Shop Pro (found on the cover of a magazine). I knew almost instantly that digital art was for me.
Fast forward to 2006, when I discovered a highly under-rated (yet unfortunately limited) program called FaceGen. Within hours of tinkering with the software I was creating realistic characters well beyond anything I could have managed via traditional mediums. But what to do about bodies for my newly created digital brethren?
I took it upon myself to scour the internet in search of a 3D software package that was flexible enough to fulfil my specific needs, while still being NOOB friendly. Untimely I didnt want to spend months, or even years deciphering the ins and outs of 3D Studio Max for instance.
It wasnt long before I caught digital whisperings of a program called Poser, which lead me eFrontiers very own site.
In search of more examples of Poser art I found myself inevitably at Renderosity...and I havent looked back since.
The community here is certainly a mixed bunch (as are all communities, online especially), but in the great majority they have proven to be incredibly helpful, and wonderfully supportive.
If you plan on commenting on my images (and I certainely hope you do) while praise is always appreciated, critical analysis and constructive criticism is encouraged.
Happy rendering!
Comments (12)
RedHawk
Very intense! This is how post work is supposed to be done!
ClawShrimp
Coming from you RedHawk I consider this high praise (love your High Priestess). Thank you for taking the time to comment.
Krid
great scene with excellent pose and expression (and very creative concept and design
veng3nce
very different ... love the composition
BBarbs
Yes, The long sword is fabulous. Really creates a great design in this image. This is superb work. The facial expression and originality of this image is outstanding. Excellent work !
Raddar
Now that is cool. I love the flame traveling up a B/W image.
ClawShrimp
veng3nce - Thank you for taking the time to post. BBarbs - I appreciate your comments and compliments. Raddar - Thanks for the positive feedback. Love your work. Krid - As always, thank you for taking an interest in my work. While I sincerely appreciate the overwhelming (and surprising) support, does anyone have any negative points to add? I've learned so much just from browsing the galleries here, but would love to have some solid critiquing of my images directly.
rekuk_kaos
one word. ..striking !
KatesFriend
Well this is breath taking to say the least.
BtB
I have a slight criticism to what is an otherwise fantastic image. Maybe you could consider filling the empty black space. Some implied movement wouldn't go amiss I think.
ClawShrimp
Good point BtB. This was a VERY early work for me, and looking back I have mixed feelings about it. Part of me appreciates the negative space; part of me longs to fill it! Consider this permission to give it a go yourself (BtB only, of course). Just be sure to email me the results.
QUEST-CHRONICLER
Very dramatic looking 3D image! I like the contrast between Color with Black & White. Also like his facial expression, the sword design, & the energy glowing effects.