Here is a fun thing I've recently come across: Hero Machine. It allows you to assemble 2D designs with pre-made assets in a way similar to Pimp My Gun.
Here is one design I put together, Arya:
Here is one design I put together, Arya:
This got me thinking, why don't I draw concepts more often? Sure I sometimes create 2D concepts for my 3D models but they're only intended as "concepts for a concept".
I did some tests using a tablet in the GIMP:
I did some tests using a tablet in the GIMP:
1st. Original - 2nd. Drawn over original - 3rd. Freehand drawing
I'm hardly a 2D professional and the years of me not using a pencil have started to become noticeable even to me.
This made me think of another thing. As I was drawing it occurred to me that even if I were to make the switch from 3D to 2D, I'd still miss the ability to look at my concept in 3D. Knowing that every aspect of my design has perfect perspective and that all details are objects and not just dots drawn out of lazyness.
I may try some more 2D sketches, stylized ones like these. It may take some time though before I can actually get good results and actual proper proportions.
I leave you with this image of a very narrow-sighted scientist.
This made me think of another thing. As I was drawing it occurred to me that even if I were to make the switch from 3D to 2D, I'd still miss the ability to look at my concept in 3D. Knowing that every aspect of my design has perfect perspective and that all details are objects and not just dots drawn out of lazyness.
I may try some more 2D sketches, stylized ones like these. It may take some time though before I can actually get good results and actual proper proportions.
I leave you with this image of a very narrow-sighted scientist.
That's it for this blog, have a nice day!
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