So I did an art trade again with my friend Karl, this time with the theme of Kpop artist! I drew Red Velvet’s Yeri from their comeback Perfect Velvet!
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In exchange, he drew EXO’s Kyungsoo from The War era!
So I got a commission last week to make a character design of a CFAD student for a poster. The poster is said to be a back to school promotion. So here’s my work that took me 1 1/2 days.
Meet Achiever Boy!
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Final Output:
Actual Poster:
(Poster made by UST COMACH CFAD)
Medium: Photoshop cs6 | Material: Wacom intous
I also got another commission to make a series illustrations of tips for incoming freshmen! Posting soon…
Location: Manila, Philippines
I’ve been thinking a lot, while making these illustrations and fan arts using Photoshop and Illustrator.
Well, mostly I’ve been trying to figure out how I could improve my workflow. I don’t consider myself as a fast painter due to the fact It takes me a day or two or a week to finish a certain artwork. Anyway, here are some thoughts so far that has been helpful for me:
1. Thumbnailing is a must!
Thumbnailing is the brainstorming for a brief/idea and can really determine strong and concrete ideas from the get go. Having a strong sketch in the beginning, where most of it is already figured out can be a life saver for an artist.
2. Organized files saves time and effort
It’s a good thing to save often and maybe save your work at various stages. Corrupt files are not great and can be frustrating to artist so sometimes making iterative saves might be a lifesaver.
However, after the job is turned in and approved by the client, you need to clean up that mess of NewNEWFINAL_ReallyFnal_Painting.psd and similarly named files. Have a system so you don’t end up deleting stuff you might need later on or end up with tons of unnecessary files that might make your hard disk full.
3. Just get it done already
Just do it. I tend to work and procrastinate things for like… Forever. Have a sense of discipline. Things can’t be perfect anyway, nothing is. Each work changes your point of view, your skill level and understanding. Creative people are always evolving from time to time, you never get anything just right because creativity is not static.
4. Leave your comfort zone
Challenging yourself to draw from your comfort zone is a great way to improve. Accepting commissions and request that isway out of your league will surely help you improve and be comfortable.
That’s what I’ve figured out for now. Hope you find this somehow useful!
“Mercy is a human luxury… and responsibility.”
-Ahri
Unlike other foxes that roamed the woods of southern Ionia, Ahri had always felt a strange connection to the magical world around her; a connection that was somehow incomplete. Deep inside, she felt the skin she had been born into was an ill fit for her and dreamt of one day becoming human.
An art trade I did for my friend Julia! Male version of Ahri on a summer heat with references of Juhaihai’s work. It took me forever to finish this piece but it was all worth it!
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And I got a Spider Gwen from the trade which is awesome!
Go check my friend’s art page down below! Facebook Art Page: Juinna Draws
Stay tuned for more updates!
We are the SPECStacular! *see what I did there*
An artwork I did for my block mate who turned 18! A group picture of me, Kate and Caroline. I had fun making this one though it was rushed.
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Medium: Photoshop cs6 | Material: Wacom intous
Stay tuned for more artworks!
The new “Pokemon Sun and Moon” character was describes as a Fairy-type Pokemon that wears a Pikachu costume. Mimikkyu is a Ghost/Fairy Pokemon that prefers dark spaces and describes as an imitator like Ditto. This is because he simply “wants to be loved” as much as the popular Pokemon.
A quick fan art of this newly born Pokemon.
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Medium: Photoshop cs6 | Material: Wacom intous
Another work is done! Stay tuned for more artworks!
“I suffer from short term mmmemory loss”
-Dory
Dory experiences acute memory loss and at times, her inability to remember important information can exasperate her friends and family. But, by recognizing Dory’s difference not as a fault, but rather as a unique way that her brain works, her family and friends are able to help her fulfill her goals.
-Marilyn B. Benoit,MD
Here’s a little artwork from Pixar’s Finding Dory…
Medium: Photoshop cs6 | Material: Wacom intous
“Practice drawing. Never stop doing that. Keeping a sketchbook is a good way… [to hone] your observational skills, to draw loosely but clearly.”
-Paul Abadilla
Here’s a self portrait painting with references of Max Grecke’s work!
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Medium: Photoshop cs6 | Material: Wacom intous
Hatoko Kushikiwa (櫛くし川かわ 鳩はと子こ Kushikawa Hatoko) is one of the main characters of the anime Inō Battle wa Nichijō-kei no Naka de. Her ability called Over Element, allows her to control all five elements (Earth, Water, Fire, Wind, and Light).
Her power allows her to control over the five elements: earth, water, fire, wind, and light. She can also combine many of them into one attack leaving her an endless amount of combinations at her wits disposal.
An art trade I did for my friend Karl! Hatoko alias Fire Phoenix
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Final Output:
And look what I got from the trade? Lire from Grand Chase //WOOHHH
Medium: Photoshop cs6 | Material: Wacom intous
Stay tuned for more artworks!
Location: Manila, Philippines
Many artists seems to have little trouble juggling schoolwork and making art. Dividing their time and attention between personal stuff, school stuff, hobbies, taking a nap, socializing and many more. Well in my case, as a fine arts student, allocating time for plates, doing paperwork and research, personal stuff etc. can be frustrating and tiring. If you’re a busy student, whether in an art or non-art related field of study, this may be useful for you!
1. Identifying one’s goal
Figuring out how seriously you’re going to take art. Do you intend to become so good at art that you become popular (like the ones on social media) or do you want to become professional, so that you can be employed in an ad agency, animation company or any art-related field? or you just intend it to be a hobby, something to relieve your stress? Your goals will become your inspiration to further harness and become more confident of your skills.
2. Allot time to create
Once you’ve decided on your goal, fine tune your expectations to meet goals. We all know that you only have 24 hours in a day and you’re only a human. plans are going to change, things are going to come up, your attention will be divided. If you decided to become really really good, the only way is to spend almost every minute of your free time doing something productive. Setting your priorities will help you focus and be motivated.
3. Art Lessons/School
They aren’t necessary until you reach a reasonably high purpose such as becoming a skilled artist or professional in the field of art. Art schools are an expensive investment and need quite a lot of time to figure out how serious you are about art. It will be beneficial for you will meet different artist, best teachers that will give you tips and skills that you are lacking. Learning art by yourself, through exploration and trial and error is another way to constantly gain progress and at the same time having fun.
4. Work Smarter not Harder
A major problem for most people is having too much work and not enough time to do it. Fine-tuning your time management skills by using working hours more efficiently will gain more in control, be more productive or giving yourself more time to relax and enjoy life. Having smaller goals that lead up to bigger goals means you can make the most of the hours you can put in.
5. Aim for Constant Progress
There will come a point of time where you don’t see significant improvement and starts to question why you’re working so hard. You’ll just go back to number 1 and remember your goals in doing this.
Treat your art like a game. You’re gathering XP to level up every time you play. Make your new piece an improvement from the last. At the end of the day, celebrate every accomplishment to motivate yourself. Setting yourself up for failure and then beating yourself up for it isn’t healthy and is eventually going to destroy your creativity and confidence.
These are the things I learned in my 2 years in college. Time really flies so fast and now I’m a 3rd year student next semester and I expect things to be a lot tougher, in terms of standards and number of requirements. I’m just on the halfway mark of my college life. A little more push and it’s done!
Marvin Camara 
