by Hector Ruiz | Jun 26, 2015 | Resources
This week, ending 6/27/2015, we have compiled a small list of recommended online learning material for artists.
As an artist, it is important to practice our craft daily. Think of it like a bodybuilder who constantly trains in order to maintain a certain physique. Whether it is listening to podcasts about the industry or learning a new skill, these links will help as a good
source of vitamins for the brain. Enjoy!
CG Meetup (great resource for 2D/3D tutorials for the entertainment industry)
Chris Oatley (great resource for artists of all levels to learn. It also provides good podcasts)
cmiVFX (high end video training for the VFX industry)
Concept Cookie (concept art Tutorials and training for all skill levels)
Concept Design Workshop (concept art Tutorials and training for all skill levels)
Cube Brush (great resource for 2D/3D tutorials for the entertainment industry)
Daarken (good resource for tutorials, product reviews, and mentorships)
Digital Tutors (largest creative training and tech training library on the planet)
Eat 3D (great source of 3D tutorials in ZBrush, 3DS Max, Unreal Editor, and Maya)
Kiwi Juice (Gumroad tutorials by different artists)
Layer Paint (great source of entertainment design tutorials for all skill levels)
Level Up (great resource for artists of all levels to learn. It also provides good interviews from artists)
Pencil Kings (fun, affordable, professional training for beginner and intermediate artists)
Skillshare (great resource for learning about different art disciplines)
We have updated our recommended resources page with these goodies. You can view the entire list of resources here:
https://bigbadworldofconceptart.com/////bbwca_resources/
Want to help us grow our resources section? If a resource has helped you greatly please e-mail it to me or any suggestions
to: me@eliottlillyart.com. I will be keeping this list updated as I discover new entries. Thank you--
by Hector Ruiz | Jun 18, 2015 | Resources
This week, ending 6/20/2015, we have compiled a small list of recommended social forums and art galleries for artists.
Artist exposure is an integral part of being an artist. Artist new to this field should consider joining places like these as it will
give way to building a strong portfolio, networking, and getting a job in the industry.
SOURCES:
3DTotal (forums, tutorials, news, gallery, and textures)
ArtStation (artist galleries and job search)
Behance (artist portfolios)
CG Channel (forums, tutorials, news, gallery, and competitions)
CG Meetup (forums, tutorials, news, gallery, job search, and textures)
CG Society (forums, tutorials, news, gallery, job search, and workshops)
ConceptArt.org (forums, artist gallery, and job search)
DeviantArt (forums, artist gallery, and competitions)
Digital Artlords (artist gallery)
DrawCrowd (artist gallery)
Imagine FX Creative Blog (tutorials, news, and artist interviews)
LayerPaint (forums, tutorials, artist gallery, textures, brushes, and artist interviews)
MattePainting.org (forums, tutorials, artist gallery, and job search)
Polycount (forums, news, artist gallery, job search, and competitions)
We have updated our recommended resources page with these goodies. You can view the entire list of resources here:
https://bigbadworldofconceptart.com/////bbwca_resources/
Want to help us grow our resources section? If a resource has helped you greatly please e-mail it to me or any suggestions
to: me@eliottlillyart.com. I will be keeping this list updated as I discover new entries. Thank you--
by Hector Ruiz | Jun 11, 2015 | Resources
This week, ending 6/ 13/2015, we have compiled a small list of recommended tools of the trade for artists.
SOFTWARE:
Adobe Creative Cloud (students save 60% on Creative Cloud) - 2D design
Autodesk Entertainment Creation Suite Ultimate (free software download for students and educators) - 3D design
Corel Painter (education edition save up to 96% of retail price) - 2D design
Gimp (free) - 2D design
Google Sketchup (free) - 3D design
Pixologic Sculptris (free) - 3D design
Pixologic ZBrush (discounted price for academic and educational license) - 3D design
The Foundry Mischief (free and paid versions) - 2D design
The Foundry Production/Creation Collective (discounted price for academic and educational license) - 3D design
APPS:
Adobe Illustrator Draw (Apple) - 2D design
ArtRage (Apple, Android) - 2D design
ArtStudio (Apple) - 2D design
Inspire Pro (Apple) - 2D design
Layers (Apple) - 2D design
Mara3D (Apple, Android) - Anatomy reference
Sketchbook (Apple, Android) - 2D design
We have updated our recommended resources page with these goodies. You can view the entire list of resources here:
https://bigbadworldofconceptart.com/////bbwca_resources/
Want to help us grow our resources section? If a resource has helped you greatly please e-mail it to me or any suggestions
to: me@eliottlillyart.com. I will be keeping this list updated as I discover new entries. Thank you--
by Hector Ruiz | Jun 4, 2015 | Resources
This week, ending 6/ 6/2015, we have compiled a small list of recommended resources for artists new to concept art.
BOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS:
We have updated our recommended resources page with these goodies. You can view the entire list of resources here: https://bigbadworldofconceptart.com/////bbwca_resources/
Want to help us grow our resources section? If a resource has helped you greatly please e-mail it to me or any suggestions to: me@eliottlillyart.com. I will be keeping this list updated as I discover new entries. Thank you–
by Eliott Lilly | May 7, 2015 | Resources
This week, ending 5/1/ 2015, freelance concept artist Ben Mauro chimes in with a list of his own recommended resources.
BOOKS AND PUBLICATIONS:
- Car Styling Magazine
- Old Syd Mead sketchbooks and art books
PODCASTS AND WEBSITES FOR INSPIRATION
Speedhunters.com
neuromaencer.tumblr.com
militaryvehicle.tumblr.com
advanced-geometry.tumblr.com
sink00.tumblr.com
sid766.tumblr.com
shapeshifting.tumblr.com
We have updated our recommended resources page with these goodies. Thank you Ben. You can view the entire list of resources here: https://bigbadworldofconceptart.com/////bbwca_resources/
