I've decided to set two goals for myself and learn some new skills. Firstly, I want to learn modelling in Lightwave, Max or Maya. With the increased usage of model props in maps and a lot of levels being designed with modelling tools, this would be a pretty good skill to have (as well as open the door for skinning and weapon modelling).
Secondly, I'm learning concept art which should really benfit my level design technique and give me an excuse to make more time for a long lost passion.
Since the modelling tools are out of reach right now (and i'd rather start with an industry standard tool such as Max 4) I'm going to start with concept art. My first piece was inspired by some concepts for Cold War, it's totally freehand but I cannot take any credit for the characters "look" (although I made a bunch of changes to his head, chest and arm). Hopefully I can develop this skill to produce some original designs when I'm more confident with it.
I'm going to setup a concept page soon, and I'll post more images as and when I complete them.
All hail to the great Fehn Zhu.
Secondly, I'm learning concept art which should really benfit my level design technique and give me an excuse to make more time for a long lost passion.
Since the modelling tools are out of reach right now (and i'd rather start with an industry standard tool such as Max 4) I'm going to start with concept art. My first piece was inspired by some concepts for Cold War, it's totally freehand but I cannot take any credit for the characters "look" (although I made a bunch of changes to his head, chest and arm). Hopefully I can develop this skill to produce some original designs when I'm more confident with it.
I'm going to setup a concept page soon, and I'll post more images as and when I complete them.
All hail to the great Fehn Zhu.
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