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!
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Comments (30)
Rutra
Great! Much better than the 1st one! And for sure THIS deserved a repost. Very good and powerful image.
Zhack
I agree, definitely worth the repost. Great image!
kalon
Very good! You've made changes without loosing the power and majesty of the first image.
pjz99
It was great before, perfect now. Nice sky, nice bit of shadow under the cape neck, and such a dramatic face. Perfection.
Broken_Lace
Very strong character..love the colors and pose:)Samantha
ClawShrimp
Thanks again to all who helped point me in the right direction. The hardest part was remembering exactly what post-work I did on the previous image. It was 3am after all! Most importantly, I managed to work my old flame (a strong diagonal compositional element) into the image. ;)
cmaupin
Awesome B&W render, fanstastic job on the lighting and pose.
Richardphotos
exceptional work on both accounts
Victoria_Lee
This is wonderful! I love the sepia tones to it that give it a strong presentation without trying to. Your texture for Apollo is delightful. He looks just like I'd expect a Ranger to look. Excellent repost of the original. It retains the same power but is just better.
fivecat
I missed this the first time, glad I caught the re-post. Glad you took the time to re-work, because the result is fantastic. Nothing to critique here, this is a wonderful image of a strong, beautifully textured character. Love the added accessories, the background no longer competes with the face and nicely outlines his shoulder.
dphoadley
Doesn't look like a personage that I want ot make angry. Good job, all around; keep it coming. DPH
Greywolf Starkiller
No crits on this one. A stronger image all around, and what the Critique Group is for. Nice one!
spm91g
Great character!!
Tiari
wow, excellent work here. Very strong and vivid.
ClawShrimp
As Greywolf said, this is what the Critique group is all about. Thank you all for your incredible feedback. Incidentally, my Ogre morph is now up and ready to download at Free Stuff.
anitalee
Excellent
Bea
Well worth the repost. This is so much better (that is not to denigrate the first image) but just those touches have made such a difference.
Jochen38
Yes, thats it. With the improvement of the left part I like to say....perfect!!!!
Ondoval
Charismatic !!!!!
Anniebel
Wow, somehow I missed the first one, but this is awesome. I just had a quick look at the other for a comparison & you have done a great job of improving the image, this is much more "alive".
zhaanman
Wow what a beauty this is I love the look of the costume's fabric and style very cool look!!
DapperMan
This is incredible. I can find no points to criticize. I've loved the blown highlights effect, and you've made a wonderful use of it.
SoCalRoberta
Wonderful work :)
ClawShrimp
Thanks again all for your comments. Annibel, love what you're doing with Apollo. More please!
Anasta
Oh this is fantastic! cheers!
Kimberly.3D
I like the realistic facial expression. The look in his eyes is interesting because I am wondering what he is looking at. Is he looking for prey? Good monochromatic effect.
ClawShrimp
I imagined him to be scanning the horizon, not necessarily for prey, but also not discounting it. Mostly just maintaining a keen awareness of his surroundings.
violet
AAAAAGHHHH.......Wonderful........Excellent work !!!!
blankfrancine
Incredible, realistic render! Looks like a photo.
philgreg
Great image...c'mon !!