[neilk]

Sadly, I have run out of time and will be unable to finish my submission. Very busy and cannot make the deadline.

But I will of course enjoy looking at everyone's finished designs.

Good luck all.

Cheers
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[bnaude65]

Here are two wip shots of mine. I admire all of you who can paint, I have come to the realization that I cannot.
I am aware of the importance of values, contrast build up, warm and cool, light and dark, but no matter how hard I try, I just can't seem to get in on paper.
The two shots below kind of highlight my failings: With the line art (scribbles) over the top, it reads a ton better, even as a thumbnail, but once I remove them, the paint looks like a big blob of s***. Note that the image is not complete, but I just don't feel it coming together.

If anyone has any helpful words of wisdom that might help me right my wrongs, I would welcome them. Use only hard edge brushes, full opacity, etc... I'll always practice but I need to know the correct things to practice. TIA.

@andreasbech thanks for the feedback. I moved the eye back and up a bit because you were right, the perspective was off. Trying to bring the front hand out a bit as well with values (check above). As far as your two versions, the Samsung looks to have a bit more light value then the Mac on my HANNS G.

@Grumbleputty - I like it, good stuff
@Gurbatchoff - I saw your final posting, I like the action shot and bg work too. Good luck.

[andreasbech]

Here is another update. I have to finish this by tonight, but I am not satisfied with the colors and lightning. I do not know what the heck to do about it, any advice are much welcome!



@ bnaude65
You are welcome! And thanks for your input on the screens Your image has really improved. With regards to the hole painting thing, I think we have the same problem, I need to work on that as well. One of the things that has helped me is realising that, in the beginning, it just takes a sh*tload of time, no matter how you cut it. Get into the habit of painting on a new layer above everything else, while this gives you certain limitations and, at times, complicates things, it gives you the possibility of hiding the layer once in a while to see the improvements. Personally this motivates me quite a bit, and helps me to push on. I do not know if it is completely useless advice, I hope not!

@ neilk
Sad to see you miss out!

@ mayanew
Interesting design, it kind of reminds me of a jellyfish or something. Does it have something sticking out of its eyes?

@ Grumbleputty
That is a nice end result! I am curious to see if you find anything to improve Is it me, or is there something funny going on around the outline of the rock in the background? I know it is not the main focus, but I just noticed.

@ Zyvo
Too bad about the background, but time sure is a b*tch sometimes I like improvements and the saliva detail, it gives it character!

@ vinceconn
Great idea with the full composition I hope you have time to finish it, you are off to a great start!
Thanks for you input on the screen contrasts! You are/were absolutely right about the separation, I still have a way to go! I just find it hard to make the design stand out, and at the same time blending the creature into the background in order for it to look natural. I want it to sit in the image, like it belongs in the environment.

@ Pmiller001
It definitely looks better! I do not think it would hurt to seem out evenmore. And I think it could be a good idea to get rid of some of the flat grey parts on in background, instead beginning to add some value variation and atmosphere

@ PeterSaga
Thanks for your input regarding the screen resolutions, I appreciate it I know about the mouth thing, and I realize my current pose does not illustrate is very well. The mouth is in there, one of my earlier sketches shows it, but I should think of someway to tell it with this version. I do not know if I have the time for it though, but thank you for the input

@ Ogi-G
Thanks for the input! I would really love to purchase one of those, unfortunately I do not have the the budget for it. Maybe some day, I will definitely keep it in mind

@ ewil
Ahh, now you design is showing through. I like how it looks kinda of cute, it is not like the other designs in this thread. I do not know what you have planned for the groundplane, but no matter what, I think a dropped shadow would greatly improve the readability of the image. I am looking forward to see your finished result

[Didzis]

My main thing that stops me usually is that I try to do too much, keeping it simple is the way to finish. The before while getting bogged down and unmotivated and after.

[rodmendez]

Well sorry for the delay =/

@Grumbleputty - Thanks!!

@andreasbech - Thanks a lot for the tip man. You're absolutely right!
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Keep working guys! Can't wait to see all the finals!

Here's another WIP of mine. Due the little time, I couldn't explain what I planned. Since the creature eats gems, I decided to make the teeth squared and flattened, so it would be better to crush these rocks. About the environment, let's not forget that the creature lives in the Elemental Plane of Earth, a place which is pure rock and stone.

Also here's the colour blocking. I'll still add light and shadow on it, as well as the depth sense.

[greg_davis]

Just submitted my final version of this in the "finals thread" but wanted to share the initial drawing as well!

[mayanew]

So many great creatures here.

With spikes on its' head and and root like legs this Xorn can move very quickly through the earth.
Here seen on the rare occasion above ground where it needs sunlight to process it's food.

[bnaude65]

Good stuff coming together. I really like what you guys are going to the final post with.

@rodmendez - I really like that design with the sturdy teeth. Makes sense and yours looks good.

@Didzis - very crazy cool design, can't wait to ee the final piece.

@andreasbech - I saw your final version in the finals thread. I like the layout, very concept like (for me anyway). Good paint too. Kudos.

@greg-davis - great action and I like the design overall. I saw your final post and man, I like it a lot. Kudos.

Worked on mine some at lunch and I am beginning to be a little more happy with it. Probably going to finish up tonight, and post it in the final.

[Didzis]

Bnaude65, thanks man. I tried, but ran out of time.