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Charlie Dayman · Jul 13, 2011, 03:30 AM // 03:30

I like the idea, though the strong dark colors cover up a lot of the finer details. Really hard to see unless you blow the image up and zoom in close. Try to keep away from actively using extremely dark shades on just the black and white scale. Instead, try using very dark browns, reds, greens, blues, etc. It'll help from flattening the colors and add a nicer color variation.

BlackXI · Jul 13, 2011, 03:30 PM // 15:30

Yea, I know Charlie never use pure black on most pieces,but I'm not sure if this picture is coming out correctly. He's clothes are actually dark green-blue. Maybe I messed up the upload or something. Or is my computer screen crazy? Hmm....but thanks for reminding about that because I do forget :P

BlackXI · Jul 18, 2011, 01:17 PM // 13:17

Heads up guys, I will be gone for 3 weeks. I will be visiting relatives overseas. See Ya later

Aeronwen · Jul 18, 2011, 01:25 PM // 13:25

have a good time - but take a sketch book!

BlackXI · Dec 22, 2011, 05:31 PM // 17:31

Hey guys sorry for being away for so long. I had many important things to take care of.

Anywho, I have changed the purpose of this thread to a personal art thread. Please make sure to check the 1st post. You'll find something new and old. Enjoy! And thank you all for taking the time to look at my thread.

Here's a preview

Gattsu05 · Dec 22, 2011, 05:48 PM // 17:48

Well welcome back. The detail of the wristwatch is amazing.

BlackXI · Dec 22, 2011, 06:03 PM // 18:03

Thank you Gattsu ^^. I'm glad to see you are still around. I hope all is well!
Yeah that wristwatch was quite a challenge, took a long amount of time. My wrist and fingers are still sore.

I wish I had a better camera. It looks much better in person.

Gattsu05 · Dec 22, 2011, 06:51 PM // 18:51

I actually don't visit guru too often. Skyrim has sapped away my time from all things GW related lol. This is the first time in ages I've posted anything on guru.

Tommy's · Dec 22, 2011, 10:59 PM // 22:59

Lol wtf @ the dudes red t-shirts. Looks too real

Nice work on those colors!

Death By An Arrow · Dec 23, 2011, 12:31 AM // 00:31

agreed! Almost photographic, that mans shirt is.

BlackXI · Dec 23, 2011, 05:34 PM // 17:34

@Gattsu05: Then I feel very honoured that I received your return post.

@Tommy: thx after studying color theory I found a much simple way to blend.

@DBAA: thank you! In class we studied realism, and my group did hyperphotorealism. I have been vigorously practicing those techniques.

Aeronwen · Dec 24, 2011, 08:22 PM // 20:22

Welcome back

Love the watch.

BlackXI · Dec 25, 2011, 12:08 AM // 00:08

@Aeronwen: thx

Another exercise. This time it is the legs, plus an old, old, old drawing from facebook, using the "Graffiti" application. I promise to start on the Wintersday project ASAP!

Have a safe and wonderful Holiday everyone!

Olle · Dec 25, 2011, 12:36 AM // 00:36

Would you be interested in making an drawing of my warrior?
I'd love to see what your "realistic painting skillz" would result in..

Ill reward you ofcourse..

HigherMinion · Dec 25, 2011, 05:37 AM // 05:37

Quote:

Originally Posted by Olle

Would you be interested in making an drawing of my warrior?
I'd love to see what your "realistic painting skillz" would result in..

Ill reward you ofcourse..

Same deal man; welcome back. A detailed face drawing of an epic necromancer with no eyes in dem sockets... Could be pro? Skull study!

BlackXI · Dec 26, 2011, 08:57 PM // 20:57

@Higherminion&Olle: Lol thank you both for your interest, however right now I'm very busy. Trying to finish the Wintersday workshop and I have other projects for other places. However, as soon as I have time I would be honoured to draw both your characters.

Aeronwen · Dec 27, 2011, 10:13 AM // 10:13

I like the seascape Black. I would like to see a larger version.
It reminds me of one of my favourite local artists, Andrew Bailey, he has a wonderful way with waves, but it does not really show up well on a screen.

What do you mean 'start', I hope the workshop piece is nearly done.

Ravenhawk · Dec 27, 2011, 02:36 PM // 14:36

Wow Black, you went away for awhile and came back with a huge improvement. Mad props to you! <3 Keep it up!

BlackXI · Dec 27, 2011, 04:46 PM // 16:46

@Ravenhawk: thankyou <3!
@Aeronwen: I think that is big as I can make it. The program it was used on had a very small canvas with very little tools.

Here's a wintersday update, decided to do it in pencil

BlackXI · Jan 09, 2012, 03:59 PM // 15:59

Happy New Year to all! I hope everyone is having a nice year.

*karate chop update*

And as always thank you for dropping by.