My issue as an artist is an inability to deviate from relatively blueprint-style drawings, with architectural perspective and very little organic art, so I applaud anyone who can draw bio-mechanical beings as humans and still honor their original design.
I’m usually not a fan of humanized Bionicle characters, but I must say that your artwork is incredible! I think you have almost managed to convert me actually.
I’ve been working hard on my Bionicle Catalyst project. Once a bit more content is available, I should be able to get TTV to help me out with a interview. I’m not sure what I’m allowed to link here or not, so for now I’ll just share images:
Great to see your drawings again! The first drawing looks especially good.
The comic looks good as well, with the human versions of the Hagah looking on point. However, I do think there seems to be a bit of a disconnect between the second and third panel, as Norik’s dialogue seems a little disjointed. I think it would be better if he said something along the lines of “On second thought, I’ll just let my shield do the talking”.
Thank you for the advice! I actually was strictly following the original comic (Final Battle) scripts. I thought that whole situation felt disjointed too, but I decided to stick with it regardless so I could focus on other facets. I will be wary on that though for next time.
Just keep practicing! I thought I’d never reach a level for ‘charm’ in my style, but I’m getting there! You can too. <3
You’re the only artist who has a human BIONICLE style I actually like. Typically, it just seems weird and unnatural, but you manage to really make it feel fitting. Your style is wonderful and distinct, and I always look forward to more from you!
Wow! That means a lot. Thank you so much. I definitely can understand how some people are more picky on HB, or not really into it. Don’t force yourself to like my art/HB, but I do appreciate it! I’m curious (if you have the time) what makes it normally unnatural? How do I avoid that?
Do you have a website or anything devoted to your art? I’m curious now about your works! Send me a message sometime maybe and we can chat!
As for my materials:
I use traditional to digital and try to stay open-minded to things. HOWEVER, digital is far easier for me and a big time saver. I do 90% of my work purely from the computer–no scanning and that, unless it happens that way randomly or I purposely want a certain style.
I’m not a big believer that tools make the artist better, but at this point, being a professional artist, I love efficiency and time savers.
I use a Wacom Cintiq 22HD and PhotoshopCC/17’. I also keep Paint Tool Sai and Clip Studio handy. And of course, any pencil or paper to quickly jot down ideas or designs.