Mexploration
Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010
This was my first exploration in the world of mechs. I had a good time. I did this rather quickly and may come back to this sketch if I still like it and may take it full color. But for now, I am content simply taking it to this level and moving on.
A New Struggle
Sunday, May 16th, 2010
Below is a second shot of a post apocalyptic world where people are struggling to survive. Featured are some of the elements intrigue to life in these small outposts that circumference the main power source- an old power plant that had been retrofitted to supply the area with a modest amount of power for a premium. As one could expect, life is harsh and hostile. We are watching a ship/ hovercraft of sorts starting to be retrofitted with some new gear and being tested for the old gear, so the mechanics can sell it. I had a blast doing this image. I am fascinated with the way people interact with one another and in relation to their environments. Hope to do more along these lines when time allows. Hope you guys like it.
A New Environment
Saturday, May 1st, 2010
I was aiming for a large scale urban environment that felt as expansive as it was complex. Its basically a colony built on a pre-existing power plant infrastructure and protected by a massive tent as the exterior weather is hostile. Different tiers of living (quality of life) are based on socio economic status and the poorer areas are a smorgasbord cultures and materials smashed together.
This was a fun personal project to undertake. While I learned a lot, I am looking forward to moving on to new projects/ images.
Landscapes in Green
Tuesday, March 9th, 2010
Lately, I have been really getting into landscape painting in oils. Its really a blast. On these guys I was focusing on honing in shapes and color. It is really satisfying mixing color and putting down. Very zen like, dare I say. If I get lucky, the pigment lands in the right place. Then I drink a beer for every well placed stroke! Just kidding. I would never be able to finish anything if that was my process. Must keep feeding the hungry animal that is my blog!
oh, btw, did I mention it…trees are rad!
vault concepts
Sunday, February 28th, 2010
Above is a subterranean vault concept when all systems are functioning normally, which is why it is green. Once the vault senses anything or anyone trying to break in, which includes rapid temperature changes, significant pressure/ vibration changes or movement, the lights shift to red as the alarm sounds (see bottom pic). The environment was fully built, which was very rewarding to see.
vault door turn around
Monday, February 22nd, 2010
More stuff from an old project. This was a fun assignment. I ended up using this for a subterranean vault concept the I got to fully flesh out after completing this. I will post those when I get the chance.
city sketching
Monday, February 22nd, 2010
This morning, I joined a new sketch group. Urban sketchers. I had a friend who invited me and I brought my girlfriend. It was a blast. It was also nice to share with other artists in person!
Below, is a city study. I will post the other sketches soon too.
city-sketch
inspired by some new friends
Monday, February 1st, 2010
This weekend was a good one. Got together with some friends and we watched as one of them gave an overview of their process. Its was really inspiring and a lot of fun too. Below are a few of the sketches that I did that tried to encapsulate what I learned. I gotta practice more though.
value studies and composition
color sketch of some clouds
Wednesday, January 27th, 2010
been sketching clouds at night. got tired of that so I am moving on…to clouds at sunset.
