Monday, April 12, 2010

Brush work

Here's the original drawing I did of the grumpy jedi before Jason Kim helped me fix the drawing.  Jason's suggestions made for a much better drawing, but I still think I slightly prefer the original character design.
In case you're curious about what brush I used, I just did a brush tutorial over on the art center blog.  This means that I will be as grumpy as this guy if I get any more people asking me what brushes I use.

16 comments:

Djordje Zutkovic said...

hahaha Thats one mean looking dude! Wicked!

David Malan said...

I think he should have a mouse in his hand and a computer screen. Angry because his internet is down and he cant check the email.

John Tipper said...

Awsome Sam. I just found your website through the art center. that blog is awesome! thanks for posting your brush tip.

Esteban Loeschbor said...

i don´t know, but originals always got somethings special. and this is a good example of that.
i liked the view of david malan. and i agree.
sorry for my awful english.
amazing works! greeting, peace!

Marilyn said...

Inking. Does it make you as grumpy as that guy when I use the word "inking"?

Let your conscience be your quide . . .

Alan Scott said...

Thanks for the article on Painter brushes on the Art Center. Enjoyed it and learned a good few excellent things. I was beginning to think only people who cloned art from photographs used Painter going by the books on sale. (Gap in the market there).

I do like how it mimics reality but equates to a different experience. I stick paper on my tablet to create a bit of friction. If it's too slippery my drawing suffers.

I've just started looking on the Web for good tips on the software. I use Painter for a bit then drop it and then pick it up again sometimes a year or more later and so it goes on. Bought V.11 at Christmas.

Thanks again.

Reem Ali-Adeeb said...

Sam, thank you so much for all the tips I CAN NOT wait for the book, is there any updates on when it's gonna be released and where to get it from

Danny Araya said...

I like both drawings a lot!

K said...

I'm excited to see that tutorial. Maybe next week, I can settle and really take it in. I have to say I like your original design better than the "helped" one. I like him because there's an edge to him that makes him seem less balloon like and just a little more real - which is good for a heavy character (meaning for one that has a sort of serious brooding presence).

benjatoon studio said...

please visit my blog dude! your tutorial are greattt

Sanja Cilic said...

saw article yobout you on tutorart. Love your work.. (:

Damion009 said...

WOW!!!! INSANE!!!!

Jonathan Hoffman said...

hey Sam - did you get my email about my design-to-sculpture contest? Would you be interested in participating?

Sam Nielson said...

Jonathan: Yes, I did see it, and I'm interested. But I haven't had time to put anything together yet.

alfan said...

i like it.... thank you.

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