by Hector Ruiz | Sep 16, 2015 | Resources
This week, ending 9/19/2015, we have compiled a selection of concept art from DreamWorks Animation, compliments of I.A. Magazine.
Today’s post is a short one, but it comes with plenty of inspiration for artists who want to create concept art for the animation industry. From Shrek, to How to Train Your Dragon, Kung Fun Panda, and beyond, these works are sure to inspire any artist who aspires to get a little glimpse of the type of work the animation industry produces.
Click on the link below:
DreamWorks Concept Art Collection
Since we are talking about the animation industry, here is a little film from master animator Glen Keane called, Nephtali:
Click on the image for the link:
Also, hot of the press, check out the brand new trailer for Disney’s The Jungle Book. Directoed by Jon Favreau (Iron Man), based on Rudyard Kipling’s timeless stories and inspired by Disney’s classic animated film, The Jungle Book. The link below has a little more information about the movie for anyone interested.
The Jungle Book Trailer
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by Hector Ruiz | Sep 4, 2015 | Resources
This week, ending 9/05/2015, we have compiled a list of Art of books and places you can find them.
Many times we get asked by younger students and new artists where to find books that inspire our drive as concept artists and illustrators. If you ask a seasoned artist, the answer will often be books about nature, science, life, old master painters, etc. Although true, many students still find themselves puzzled and still ask the question of where to find books with concept art. Here is a list of books that can get that concept art library started.
Drive (IP)
Exodyssey (IP)
Nuthin’ But Mech (IP)
Robota (IP)
Star Trek: The Art of the Film (Film)
The Art of Avatar: James Cameron’s Epic Adventure (Film)
The Art of Halo 5: Guardians (Game)
The Art of Last of Us (Game)
The Art of Pirates of the Caribbean (Film)
The Art of Star Wars, Episode IV – A New Hope (Film)
The Art of The Lord of The Rings (Film)
The Art of Titanfall (Game)
The Art of Tron Legacy (Film)
The Art of Uncharted 2: Among Thieves (The Art of the Game) (Game)
If you are wondering an alternative to buying these books, you can go to place like Barnes and Noble or Half Price Books. Event though I order most of my books from Amazon, I’ve been able to find a lot of good deals at Half Price Books.
In other news, If you are eager to learn from some of the industry’s best…
Learn Squared is a new for of art education that will be speared by artists Maciej Kuciara, Ash Thorp, Anthony Jones, and Andrew Hawryluk
Make sure to sign up to be among the first to get the news about this new form of learning.
Check out their site at: Learned Squared
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by Hector Ruiz | Sep 2, 2015 | Resources
“An Inside Look” is part of a series of articles and basic information regarding video game and film studios in the entertainment industry. This resource should help inform aspiring artist on the type of culture within various studios as well as the type and quality of work that is produced from their art or creative departments. This week, we take an inside look at Naughty Dog Studios.
Founded: 1989
Location: Santa Monica, CA
Popular Titles: Crash Bandicoot, Jak and Daxter, Uncharted Series , and The Last of Us
Naughty Dog Books to Check Out: The Art of Naughty Dog, The Art of the Uncharted Trilogy, The Art of The Last of Us
Careers at Naughty Dog: http://www.naughtydog.com/work/
Working at Naughty Dog: (Click on the image to watch on YouTube)
If you are wondering about living closer to Naughty Dog, here is a video about living in LA from Naughty Dog Studios:
Naughty Dog concept artwork:
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Thank you!!
by Hector Ruiz | Aug 28, 2015 | Resources
This week, ending 8/29/2015, we have compiled a second look at Facebook groups and pages to check out.
This is the second part to last week’s post on Facebook groups and pages to check out. These places are good resources to improve and get inspired by all kinds of artwork. Hope you enjoy.
3D Artist (art improvement, networking, information)
3D Modeling, Texturing, and VFX, Animation for Digital Artists (art improvement, networking, information)
Ani+Forum (art improvement, information)
Artorder (art improvement)
Concept Ships (inspiration)
Digital Art Tutorials (art improvement)
Digital Tutors (art improvement)
Traditional Animation (art improvement, information)
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by Hector Ruiz | Aug 21, 2015 | Resources
This week, ending 8/22/2015, we have compiled some Facebook groups and pages to check out.
In the art world it is important to have and keep up a presence. This is part of branding yourself, branding a studio, or branding a company. Social media is a key factor in keeping this going among a multitude of people. Facebook is a tool that can help in a way that was not possible years ago. It can become a place to discover artists, network, get inspired, and get critiques from many other artists. Here is a list of groups and pages that can serve as resources for artists who are looking to network, improve, and see what the world has to offer.
A Bunch of Short Guys (art improvement, networking, information)
ArtStation (inspiration)
Atlas of CG (art information)
Brainstorm (art improvement)
Brunch Crunch (art improvement)
Digital Artlords (inspiration)
Level Up (art improvement)
Stan Winston School of Character Arts (art improvement)
Super Speedpainting Funtimes (art improvement)
TEN24 (3D asset creation and outsourcing)
Ten Thousand Hours (art improvement)
Trojan Horse was a Unicorn (art improvement, networking, information)
We have updated our recommended resources page with these goodies. You can view the entire list of resources here:
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Want to help us grow our resources section? If a resource has helped you greatly please e-mail it to me or any suggestions
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by Hector Ruiz | Aug 14, 2015 | Resources
This week, ending 8/15/2015, we have compiled some Gumroad tutorials for your learning and viewing pleasure.
Today’s Gumroad tutorials are for the artists who want to learn or brush up on their foundation or traditional design skills. As we continue to publish new resources, we will start to categorize Gumroad sections for easier finds. Enjoy!
Digital Painting Techniques, Spaceship Design Video Tutorial (John Wallin Liberto)
Environment Design Basics – Bundle (James Paick)
Fundamentals of Perspective (Matthew Zikry)
Graphic Composition for Environments (Eytan Zana)
How to Draw Interiors – ‘The Easy Way’ (Matthew Zikry)
Intro to Vehicle Design Basics (John Park)
Intro to Mech Design: 4 Part Series (John Park)
Intro to Sketching for Environment: Getting Started (John Park)
Introduction to Basic Thumbnail Making (Frank Hong)
Painting with Value (Frank Hong)
Vehicle Design Thumbnails (Mike Hill)
Workflow and Brush Efficiency (Jama Jurabaev)
Workflow and Brush Efficiency 2 (Jama Jurabaev)
If you haven’t heard about this event yet, Trojan Horse was a Unicorn (THU), happening September 15-19, 2015, is a really good event to attend if you would like to meet and network with artists in the industry and beyond. The event is located in Portugal so if you were planning on having a vacation soon, this is the place to go and get inspired.
Check out this link for more information: http://trojan-unicorn.com/
We have updated our recommended resources page with these goodies. You can view the entire list of resources here:
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Want to help us grow our resources section? If a resource has helped you greatly please e-mail it to me or any suggestions
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