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Caliah Tycos
Asulos
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Posted - 2014.09.23 09:43:00 -
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I've done a few EVE based paintings, two for myself (Minmatar), and two for my husband (Caldari) and I wanted to share them! I'm not exactly what you would call "the best" or "super talented", but I'm a space-nut, I love EVE and I love painting, so I decided to intermix them. If anyone has anything rude to say, please just leave this post. I accept constructive criticism and will take advice from any other painters on here. I'm proud of my paintings, they make me happy and I practice all the time to better my skills. Enjoy. :D
https://scontent-b-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/v/t1.0-9/q86/p180x540/10013875_1459082801035340_8226342373540247717_n.jpg?oh=5e23ba408b84d10d69309e41131843b2&oe=5483F6A1 ^ This is the first EVE based painting I ever did. It's based on Minmatar space (obviously) and yes it is LOOSELY based, I'm not trying to directly replicate anything from EVE, just (as I said) basing them on EVE.
https://scontent-b-atl.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/q84/p180x540/10635932_1459082821035338_6507998216396528121_n.jpg?oh=d0cf0514d7511a3dffa5e43c857ba9e9&oe=54CDAEB0 ^ This is my second EVE based painting, based loosely on Caldari space for my husband. He loved it, that's all that mattered to me, and I'm happy with the way it turned out.
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/q87/p180x540/1620892_1459082747702012_8974375670530948076_n.jpg?oh=a37ee68bd1805915a1ac30e1de09e522&oe=5487C10F&__gda__=1418034185_69102f2b0bb3c3160312aee7905ae9fb ^ Don't be too harsh, this was my first ever attempt at painting a planet, and it turned out better than I expected, though I know it could have been much better, I need to work on detailing a bit more. This is based off of the planet Hek II, loosely, as always. I did the best I could for having no experience with painting planets and it could have been worse. (If any painters have any advice with painting planets, PLEASE don't hesitate to comment!)
https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xap1/v/t1.0-9/q86/s720x720/10599327_1470968926513394_3850253109796272071_n.jpg?oh=9d6e11021181734573f388e26a7a0e27&oe=54CAA886&__gda__=1422921107_91abb7ad8ed0f6966269b1d335e78747 ^ This is the most recent, I worked on it for about a week and a half, it was done for my husband's 24th birthday, obviously (loosely) based on all four nebulas for the races, and in the center is loosely based on the nebula in Catch (in 0.0, of course) because that's where my husband currently is in space. I worked extra hard on the Catch nebula and tried my best! He loved it, so that's of course enough. But I always see room for improvement!
I hope you all enjoy my paintings, and again, constructive criticism is very welcome! And please, don't be rude. I'm nowhere near where I want to be in my painting skills and will continue to work on said skills until I exceed my goals. Fly safe. o7 |
Adrie Atticus
The Shadow Plague The Bastion
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Posted - 2014.09.23 09:53:00 -
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First and 2nd ones would make awesome mouse pads, I want one now. |
Solecist Project
I'm So Meta Even This Acronym
10147
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Posted - 2014.09.23 09:59:00 -
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Awesome work! :O
Also ... awesome nickname, ScreamsofLust! :D With my arms and hands tied on my back, I kneel down ... waiting for my master to "arrive" .......... There's a deep meta within everything. The universe ... is sexy! https://forums.eveonline.com/default.aspx?g=posts&m=5036238#post5036238 |
Sibyyl
Gallente Federation
14826
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Posted - 2014.09.23 11:19:00 -
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You seem talented to me.. I have no artistic skills.
I really like the last one.. Capairkspia numver 3 . Hajahhahah -á-á-á[and later..] -á-áWe popded a russkie 2 day aho. \o/-á--Pepper the Penguin ~ And when the seasons change, will you stand by me? ~ |
Schmata Bastanold
Black Rebel Rifter Club The Devil's Tattoo
2751
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Posted - 2014.09.23 11:24:00 -
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I like the first one most, I'm sure I can find face of Satan or Jesus somewhere in it :) Invalid signature format |
flaming phantom
T.R.I.A.D Ushra'Khan
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Posted - 2014.09.23 14:08:00 -
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I liked the 4th one the most. the first 2 were pretty good as well.
Your 3rd one was ok, but the planet needs some adjusting, I think I would avoid using red like that unless it's more of a molten lava planet, it just sticks out too much. Unless you're going for an abstract aproach (which it doesn't look like since the rest of your paintings seem more realistic), I would stick to "normal" planet colors. The red on the planet would be ok if there were lava rivers on the surface, but the ring around it is weird. I think it would be better with a slightly light blue aura if you wanted one to refelct an atmoshpere, or just avoid the aura at all. It's also too thick, as you can see that it sticks out from the painting.
That being said, it's still way better than I could ever do, so please don't take my comment as arrogance. I struggle just to make stick figures ;-)
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Ralph King-Griffin
Lords.Of.Midnight The Devil's Warrior Alliance
5095
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Posted - 2014.09.23 14:32:00 -
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are they oil or acrylic?
op, from one artist to another, there are better (and easier) ways to do stars.
take white paint, thin it out ( to varied opacity's so achieve varied strength stars ) take a tooth brush ( either an old one of yours or one of someone you hate) place canvas flat on the floor dip bristles in paint hold brush over canvas with thumb like so. run thumb along bristles till in this position. obviously this should be done at 90 degrees from the images.
this gives a big spray effect that will settle onto the canvas and creates gorgeous stars, takes a bit of getting used to but is well worth it.
lovely nebulae though +1 would like to see more
and obligatry : My Eve <--------------- =]I[= |
Sexy Cakes
Have A Seat
790
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Posted - 2014.09.23 15:53:00 -
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Came expecting happy trees.
Left dissapointed.
Artwork isn't bad though. Not today spaghetti. |
Regnag Leppod
Science and Trade Institute Caldari State
29
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Posted - 2014.09.23 17:19:00 -
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Those are great. The nebula have that cloudy quality to them that they are supposed to have. I like the 4th image best. The use of the different nebula is a neat idea. |
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CCP Falcon
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Posted - 2014.09.23 17:40:00 -
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Caliah Tycos
Asulos
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Posted - 2014.09.23 18:03:00 -
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I use acrylic. I recently started looking for better ways to get the stars done, so that is definitely helpful. I was really nervous about posting these, especially the one with the planet because that was my first attempt at one so far. I definitely appreciate all the helpful comments and I love that everyone seems to like my paintings for the most part, amateur as they may be! |
Ralph King-Griffin
Lords.Of.Midnight The Devil's Warrior Alliance
5113
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Posted - 2014.09.23 18:50:00 -
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Caliah Tycos wrote:I use acrylic. I recently started looking for better ways to get the stars done, so that is definitely helpful. I was really nervous about posting these, especially the one with the planet because that was my first attempt at one so far. I definitely appreciate all the helpful comments and I love that everyone seems to like my paintings for the most part, amateur as they may be! Yup, it's about the best way I have found for them, Just try it a couple of times on flat black paper or something before you try it on a painting.
=]I[= |
Regnag Leppod
Science and Trade Institute Caldari State
30
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Posted - 2014.09.23 19:09:00 -
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Ralph King-Griffin wrote:are they oil or acrylic? op, from one artist to another, there are better (and easier) ways to do stars . take white paint, thin it out ( to varied opacity's so achieve varied strength stars ) take a tooth brush ( either an old one of yours or one of someone you hate) place canvas flat on the floor dip bristles in paint hold brush over canvas with thumb like so. run thumb along bristles till in this position. obviously this should be done at 90 degrees from the images. this gives a big spray effect that will settle onto the canvas and creates gorgeous stars, takes a bit of getting used to but is well worth it. lovely nebulae though +1 would like to see more and obligatry : My Eve <---------------
To add to the star theory, you can use a custom cut piece of cardboard or posterboard to act as a rough mask if you have areas you don't want as many stars in. Toothbrush in one hand, mask in the other, and spray away. |
Zwae
Republic University Minmatar Republic
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Posted - 2014.09.23 19:24:00 -
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Well done. I find the biggest hurdle in my own painting is having the will to see it through. Always feels good to finish something.
Others have mentioned useful techniques. I'd add to this by suggesting the humble sponge. You can find them in different densities and the fine mottled effect they produce is very useful in creating a star studded galaxy, or for adding/blending colour to nebulae. As with many things regarding acrylics, less is more. You'll be surprised how far a little paint can go.
All the best with these in the future; thanks for sharing. |
TightBanana
Federal Navy Academy Gallente Federation
0
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Posted - 2014.09.23 20:41:00 -
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Hot pics, well done! |
Ralph King-Griffin
Lords.Of.Midnight The Devil's Warrior Alliance
5127
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Posted - 2014.09.23 21:39:00 -
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Regnag Leppod wrote: To add to the star theory, you can use a custom cut piece of cardboard or posterboard to act as a rough mask if you have areas you don't want as many stars in. Toothbrush in one hand, mask in the other, and spray away.
^^ this too. =]I[= |
Sven Viko VIkolander
Friends and Feminists
277
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Posted - 2014.09.23 22:58:00 -
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Number 4 is awesome, great work. (Not being in any way artistic myself) I am impressed and it does seem like you have made a lot of improvement from 1-4. I would love to see a painting of Verge Vendor space, you know with the really bright light green colors (e.g. visit Luse), sort of like a non-blurry space-Monet. That area of space just makes me feel warm and fuzzy. |
Unezka Turigahl
Det Som Engang Var
300
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Posted - 2014.09.23 23:35:00 -
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Cool. You do a pretty good job achieving the look of nebulae. You should try oils if you haven't already. It's much easier to get subtle transitions with them compared to acrylic. You can also do glazes with them using transparent paints, which can actually create a bit of a glowing effect, because the light passes through the transparent layers of paint, bounces off the underlying opaque paint, and shines back through the transparent layers. You can even combine the two, and do a monochromatic acrylic base and then glaze oil paints over top to achieve the colors, for example. |
Antihrist Pripravnik
T-AFK and counting
734
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Posted - 2014.09.24 00:11:00 -
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1 and 4 are look so dynamic, especially 1. I can say that you have successfully managed to capture the essence of an EVE nebula. The Caldari one (#2) has the same feel, although Caldari nebula is not that interesting as a subject, since they tend to be black and white with just a hint of color. Clouds and shade transitions are skillfully done and that's what's important in a mostly black and white painting.
The planet painting has a great looking nebula. I have only one suggestion for the planet and it's my personal opinion (note that I'm not much of a painting connoisseur ). It would look a bit more natural if the aura (the atmosphere) was done in a very light shade of blue or even light blue-purple to match the background.
Clouds and undefined forms are difficult to paint because there are no shape restraints and standards that the artist is supposed to follow. It must look like there are no rules, like it was painted randomly and by disregarding any shape or form, but yet it has too look natural and meaningful (if this makes any sense ). It's because humans are made to look for shapes and forms and disregarding that basic instinct is what separates artists from the rest of us. You've managed to do this in your paintings in a truly marvelous way.
At the end, I might have one more suggestion. Try experimenting with different techniques for adding stars. Randomness is the key here as well - randomness of size, shape and distribution. Spraying comes to my mind as a good enough tool for randomness. Try experimenting with dipping different sizes of brushes in color and spraying the color on the canvas by sliding your thumb over the bristles. Different amount and thickness of paint, different angles between the brush and the canvas, different distance of the brush from the canvas, different speed and strength of spraying, different sizes of the brushes.... it will all add to randomness. I might be horribly wrong as this technique might not produce good results at all, but I think it's worth trying by someone who has artistic skills (unlike me who wouldn't know how to hold a brush ).
EDIT: I just read the suggestion from Ralph King-Griffin regarding the stars o.0 |
Unsuccessful At Everything
The Troll Bridge
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Posted - 2014.09.24 01:30:00 -
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Fantastic work OP.
Since the CCP art depth has been slacking on it, how about an oil on canvas Unsuccessful at Everything riding a tiger while holding a subway sandwich (with pickles)? Loincloth is optional. Since the cessation of their usefulness is imminent, may I appropriate your belongings? |
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Dachhan
Into the Ether RAZOR Alliance
2
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Posted - 2014.09.24 02:02:00 -
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The Last one is epic. Just saying. |
Vyl Vit
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Posted - 2014.09.24 02:57:00 -
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Ralph King-Griffin wrote:are they oil or acrylic? op, from one artist to another, there are better (and easier) ways to do stars . take white paint, thin it out ( to varied opacity's so achieve varied strength stars ) take a tooth brush ( either an old one of yours or one of someone you hate) place canvas flat on the floor dip bristles in paint hold brush over canvas with thumb like so. run thumb along bristles till in this position. obviously this should be done at 90 degrees from the images. this gives a big spray effect that will settle onto the canvas and creates gorgeous stars, takes a bit of getting used to but is well worth it. lovely nebulae though +1 would like to see more and obligatry : My Eve <--------------- Stippling? Why didn't you SAY so?
Anyone with any sense has already left town. |
Amyclas Amatin
Eternity INC. Goonswarm Federation
350
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Posted - 2014.09.24 04:20:00 -
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Maybe more hues for stars? From blue to red according to its life-cycle and size? For more information on the New Order of High-Sec, please visit: http://www.minerbumping.com/ High-Sec has a future, But do You? Buy a Mining Permit to Secure yours today. |
Azda Ja
BUMP POW
261
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Posted - 2014.09.24 05:36:00 -
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Amyclas Amatin wrote:Maybe more hues for stars? From blue to red according to its life-cycle and size?
I feel like that may overcomplicate things, possibly to the painting's detriment. Different color stars may detract focus from the (very nice) nebulas.
To the OP, keep it up! I really liked the Caldari and the last one. The only thing I would add regarding the last one was I personally found the transition from the other colors to the Gallente green one a little jarring. That may just be me though, so take it with a grain of salt .
Do the Bleak Lands now! Oh, or maybe some wormhole nebulae? First time I went into a C1 or C2 wormhole I felt like I was swimming in Van Gogh's Starry Night. "I only lose ships when I fly with Azda." - Barry Cuttlefish |
Ralph King-Griffin
Lords.Of.Midnight The Devil's Warrior Alliance
5131
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Posted - 2014.09.24 09:14:00 -
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Vyl Vit wrote:Stippling? Why didn't you SAY so? Because I had the time to explain exactly what I ment (and had planned on working a joke in there somewhere but forgot)
Azda Ja wrote:Amyclas Amatin wrote:Maybe more hues for stars? From blue to red according to its life-cycle and size? I feel like that may overcomplicate things, possibly to the painting's detriment. Different color stars may detract focus from the (very nice) nebulas. Actually, once you have the stars done you can use a realy watered down ink to give one or two of them a tint, the trick is not going overboard with it.
Unsuccessful At Everything wrote:Fantastic work OP.
Since the CCP art depth has been slacking on it, how about an oil on canvas Unsuccessful at Everything riding a tiger while holding a subway sandwich (with pickles)? Loincloth is optional. Yes, just yes. If you haven't gotten anyone else to do it by the time I get my digital **** sorted I might have a go. =]I[= |
Dave Kitaro
Republic University Minmatar Republic
2
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Posted - 2014.09.24 10:19:00 -
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Maybe it's the photography but I don't see what's so impressive about them. They just look kinda smudgy to me. Perhaps they look better in real life. |
Zero Conscience
Drenai Warriors Quam'Nocent
2
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Posted - 2014.09.24 11:15:00 -
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Well done! :) Always nice to see someone make impression art esp about something we all love so much. +1 |
Lady Spank
The Intaki Ladies Deep Space Astrogation Auxiliary
3659
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Posted - 2014.09.24 11:20:00 -
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Lovely work. Keep at them! If you want something to possibly inspire with regards to planetary paintings, check out the shattered planets ... https://sites.google.com/site/intakiladiesauxiliary/ (a¦á_a¦â) ~ It Takes a Million Years to Become Diamonds So Lets Just Burn Like Coal Until the Sky's Black ~ (a¦á_a¦â) |
Adrie Atticus
The Shadow Plague The Bastion
370
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Posted - 2014.09.24 14:47:00 -
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Unsuccessful At Everything wrote:Fantastic work OP.
Since the CCP art depth has been slacking on it, how about an oil on canvas Unsuccessful at Everything riding a tiger while holding a subway sandwich (with pickles)? Loincloth is optional.
Eve is rated for 12 and up, loincloth is not optional in this case. |
Feyd Rautha Harkonnen
Lords.Of.Midnight The Devil's Warrior Alliance
1434
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Posted - 2014.09.24 17:19:00 -
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Moar manga camel-toe please.
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