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[Potatoe]

Yeah. I did this cos my last thread was only about flashes(I'm letting the thread die because it sucks, please don't bump it).

Ok, on to the thread, I've started making pixel "art". It's for my games. My first ever pixel "art" background. (Mine can only be called "art", if you want to see pixel art go check out Tom's thread):

[Tom Henrik]

For a first attempt that is really good, Potatoe. And, honestly, you don't need more than that to create a game that is both entertaining and fun. (Well, in terms of backgrounds, at least).

The only thing I can think of to try to improve it, would be to play around a bit more with the trunk of the palm tree, give the leaves a bit more flavour by adding series of lines, to create the effect of more natural looking leaves (remember that palm leaves look more similar to feathers, than to huge one-piece leaves), and maybe add some details to the sand.

Other stuff that you can do is create a tiny sail-ship at the far edge of the horizon that bobs up and down, and maybe some marine life too, but that is more advanced, and would not be a part of the actual background, as they would be animated on top of the background.

So, all in all, very nice scenery with a huge potential

[Frodo]

Very nice Potatoe.  I can just imagine myself lying agains't that palm tree.  

[Potatoe]

Tom Henrik, on Nov 11 2006, 07:05 PM, said:

For a first attempt that is really good, Potatoe. And, honestly, you don't need more than that to create a game that is both entertaining and fun. (Well, in terms of backgrounds, at least).

The only thing I can think of to try to improve it, would be to play around a bit more with the trunk of the palm tree, give the leaves a bit more flavour by adding series of lines, to create the effect of more natural looking leaves (remember that palm leaves look more similar to feathers, than to huge one-piece leaves), and maybe add some details to the sand.

Other stuff that you can do is create a tiny sail-ship at the far edge of the horizon that bobs up and down, and maybe some marine life too, but that is more advanced, and would not be a part of the actual background, as they would be animated on top of the background.

So, all in all, very nice scenery with a huge potential

Thanks! I really appreciate it!

I'm making a game in Adventure game studio so I can add some animation to it.

[Potatoe]

Bump.

Rate.

First attempt at "anime-ish" style and shows in what order I made the whole thing.

[Sean]

I like the face, more so than the body.

It's a nice start, and a fresh style. I'm no expert on anime so really this is just the ramblings of a loon...

The body,legs,arm's etc are all 'nice' as they are but they're all very ordinary and a little plain. The face really has more potential behind it and the clothes don't really help convey a mood, feeling or expression. It's okay to be 'drab' and for your character to be 'drab' but I think it could do with a little more work and detailing to make it more 'alive'. There's some anatomical errors, and I know this isn't a major issue when drawing toon/anime but I think if you say redraw the feet, work on the neck a little and use them to exaggerate whatever it is your character is trying to convey it could help give the image more 'impact'.

I like what you have, and the style is nice but as it is the 'piece' as a whole feels a little flat.

Definatly a great start

Good luck with it

[Juni Ori]

Almost speechless... thanks to Sean, because I thought very much the same things.

[Potatoe]

Sean, on Sep 6 2007, 08:59 PM, said:

I like the face, more so than the body.

It's a nice start, and a fresh style. I'm no expert on anime so really this is just the ramblings of a loon...

The body,legs,arm's etc are all 'nice' as they are but they're all very ordinary and a little plain. The face really has more potential behind it and the clothes don't really help convey a mood, feeling or expression. It's okay to be 'drab' and for your character to be 'drab' but I think it could do with a little more work and detailing to make it more 'alive'. There's some anatomical errors, and I know this isn't a major issue when drawing toon/anime but I think if you say redraw the feet, work on the neck a little and use them to exaggerate whatever it is your character is trying to convey it could help give the image more 'impact'.

I like what you have, and the style is nice but as it is the 'piece' as a whole feels a little flat.

Definatly a great start

Good luck with it

Yeah, I suck at drawing bodies. I think my style resembles cartoonish anime. I'll make another one because drawing these is fun. :D

[Frodo]

The face has character, and it's interesting to see how the whole thing was built up.  

I like how you positioned the legs - as though he is standing there waiting for something.  But the body seems a bit lifeless.  Maybe if you do something with the arms, instead of them just hanging there?  

But the main thing is that you enjoy drawing this.  Good work Potatoe.  

[Potatoe]

The challenge in this one was the girl's body, as you can see I haven't practiced drawing bewbs.

And I couldn't get the shoulders right. First they were too wide, now they're too small...

And the arms look a little strange...

[Sean]

Improvement!

This picture is better thought out, and addresses some of issues I had with the original!

I will again offer some advice, if it's okay with you (I keep forgetting this isn't the critics lounge at AGS!)

I think the main thing here, with the arms is their length. They look a little long, and they 'hang' a bit. The sizing isn't that far off, but there's something about the way they 'hang' that I think makes them look slightly weird. I really like the fact that you've gone for a set pose with this drawing though, definate improvement Good work.

Again it's a nice picture, and there's been obvious attempts to address the criticism so kudos for that! Glad you're drawing more never be discouraged. Most people offer their criticism's because they like a lot of what's already there. It's a lot easier to keep quiet, than to take the time to offer (however misguided) some hints and tips.

That being said, I'm less keen on this head and face. The expression again is really what sell's that part of the body, but it's slightly washed out in comparison with the other one. I couldn't really tell why at first, but I think it's because it's got less depth. It's more flat literally. There's less of an angle to it, and in retrospect I think that's what was nagging at me with the body. There's less of a '3D Feel' to it and it feels less lifelike as a result.

Building blocks are the way to go, and I appreciate how challenging art can be (drawing I especially suck at ). Carry on with small improvements like this and you'll in the long-run have made masses of progress.

For reference take a look here, http://diariodeumpin...m-and-jerry.jpg.

It's not anime, but it clarify's what I mean. If you try and draw from another angle you might be able to bring more character to your drawings. That's not to say they're not already good, but with art the only way to go is forward!

(I hope my comment's help a little, constructive criticism has really helped me improve my work (of all sorts, not just art) over the years and it's something I value a lot.)

Now finish reading, and get back to drawing! I want some more great art from you yet hehe

[Potatoe]

If I can find a scanner somewhere I could upload what I have in my (school) notebook(boring psychology lessons xD). I really like reading criticism since it helps me to see where I need to improve. Thanks!

Tried a new style:





Worst of the bunch imho.

It's the shape of the head and the hair...

[Sean]

Scanners are overrated, my drawings suck even when scanned! As I result I came to the conclusion that scanners are bad for your health and should be destroyed on a global scale. That way, we won't see my SUCKY art.. but we won't see all that amazing art on the net too!

I will then go back to dancing half naked in my room chanting 'my art teh pwn' blissfully ignorant of my lack of talent.

Glad you appreciate the input

[Potatoe]

New image. I'll finish it later(the body and the works)

Rate it, is it better or worse?

I should make the brows come closer to the face...




Which one is better(I added the light to show better in the hair).