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Off-Topic Discussion => Arts & Talents => Topic started by: Dark_4ce on August 06, 2002, 10:34:05 am

Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: Dark_4ce on August 06, 2002, 10:34:05 am
Ok, I know these suck, but I want some honest oppinions/tips on making them better. I need them for a portfolio I'm supposed to make for a Graphics design school, so they want me to make an EX LIBRIS picture. So, if they suck tell me, but I really don't have to make them Super good to get into the school. Just something to show them that I know atleast what I'm doing. Ok, here they are... :nervous:

The first one I was working on...
(http://personal.inet.fi/cool/toons/Ex%20Libris.jpg)

The second one with chromesolarize...
(http://personal.inet.fi/cool/toons/Ex%20Libris%2025.jpg)

The second one with Hard Light...
(http://personal.inet.fi/cool/toons/Ex%20Libris%2023.jpg)

I did these all today in a few hours, and like I said these aren't like renders, but meant for graphic design. So think about book covers, dvd/cd covers, magazines, and even web content.

Thanks...
Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: Gortef on August 06, 2002, 11:56:28 am
The first one is exploding... quite good but not the best IMHO

The second one has style and is good for the eyes. My favourite :nod:
(allthough I'd propably move the "Stephen" part a bit to the right)

The third one hurts my eyes... not a bad one though it would be my favourite if the background were a bit darker

:)
Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: LtNarol on August 06, 2002, 12:55:01 pm
could i get you to do some graphics for a webpage? :D
Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: Dark_4ce on August 06, 2002, 02:01:40 pm
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Originally posted by LtNarol
could i get you to do some graphics for a webpage? :D


Yeah sure... :D More practice, more experience. I just hope it isn't too complicated and without a deadline. Going to Norway on the 16th.:D
Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: Stunaep on August 07, 2002, 07:29:56 am
No. 3 is wayyyyy too bright, I'm not sure how well it would look printed out, but no. 2 is quite ok, except it needs better Anti-Aliasing.
Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: Styxx on August 07, 2002, 03:55:52 pm
First one is best - add a stronger glow and more fractal/turbulent noise to the central orange explosion and it'll be even better. :)
Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: Dark_4ce on August 10, 2002, 05:55:11 am
(http://personal.inet.fi/cool/toons/Ex%20Libris%203.jpg)

Ok, this ones more darker. Any better?
Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: LtNarol on August 10, 2002, 06:44:55 am
Out standing...now when are you gonna get around to the 158th stuff? :p
Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: Dark_4ce on August 10, 2002, 09:21:46 am
heh. Working on it. Just that I got this assigment to finnish for monday. After that I got more time. :D

 All I've done so far is the spacebar. Much like you're first one I may add. But, what type of stuff do you want? What I saw is quite good as it is. Neat and simple. But PM me with the details.
Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: Gortef on August 11, 2002, 09:03:00 am
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Originally posted by Dark_4ce

Ok, this ones more darker. Any better?


Much better! :nod:
Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: LtNarol on August 11, 2002, 10:09:00 am
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Originally posted by Dark_4ce
heh. Working on it. Just that I got this assigment to finnish for monday. After that I got more time. :D

 All I've done so far is the spacebar. Much like you're first one I may add. But, what type of stuff do you want? What I saw is quite good as it is. Neat and simple. But PM me with the details.
If it looks good, it'll do
Title: I know these suck but...
Post by: Redfang on August 11, 2002, 10:21:34 am
It's good now. :nod::yes: