Masked Builder Posted January 1, 2013 We went to Macaroni Grill for dinner this past week, and I was doodling and this elf came out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
def Posted January 5, 2013 Why I had to take a week off from drawing: A funeral: New Year's resolutions: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
def Posted January 8, 2013 Since New Years, I've decided to upgrade to colour, since it's free on the Inernet. I'm not spending much time on it, but it's still being thought out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
def Posted January 9, 2013 Ach, I finished my current "big piece" before starting the next mafia game. Now I can do it guilt-free that I'm not procrastinating! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimBee Posted January 10, 2013 Awesome stuff, def! Your latest batch of 4-panes really had me laughing. I'd say you're really improving on getting your message across. You've always been good at communicating through art (as far as I've seen since you started this thread), but to me it's becoming clearer and easier to relate with. Also, that big project you just did was very interesting. Art-wise, the order was a little hard to follow, but who knows, maybe it'd be easier for a Japanese person to read... It's fascinating what you've noticed during your time in Japan, and I'm glads you could share it in such a form. I definitely agree with you about the societal differences, where the Japanese and possibly other Asian countries are more about the group than the individual. Interesting how that is reflected in subtle things like names and addresses. I haven't ever considered how language affects our thought processes; mostly my thoughts differ than how I speak or write. And I'm thinking that you, the Canadian are the backwards one when it comes to counting off on your hand... I count like the Japanese apparently do. In any case, the comic definitely got me thinking. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zilcho Posted January 11, 2013 Def, you're comics are really good the big one about Japan was really interesting and funny! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
def Posted January 25, 2013 Thanks a lot, Jim and Zilcho! Keeping busy. These are the best and worst I've done of these diary strips. Amazing how close to each other I can make them. Here's some LEGO content: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anticyclone Posted January 28, 2013 (edited) I've started clay sculpting again (last time was in middle school) but I've never done people before. This is Zelda from Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword. I've never played the game but I like her design in this one. Everything besides the base and lyre strings is Sculpty brand clay, also the last image has the missing gold trim on the hem of her dress. I Hope there's plenty of Zelda fans here! Edited January 28, 2013 by Anticyclone Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JimBee Posted January 28, 2013 Hilarious journals, as usual def. And really cool sculpture, Anticyclone! Yes, there are many LoZ fans here, including myself. I haven't played SS yet, but the mixture between Wind Waker's cel-shaded animation and Twilight Princess' realistic art is instantly recognizable. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aanchir Posted January 28, 2013 Hilarious journals, as usual def. And really cool sculpture, Anticyclone! Yes, there are many LoZ fans here, including myself. I haven't played SS yet, but the mixture between Wind Waker's cel-shaded animation and Twilight Princess' realistic art is instantly recognizable. My twin brother recently began playing Skyward Sword, and the art direction in it is to die for. That sculpture definitely captures its bold colors and fluid character designs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flipz Posted January 29, 2013 I have to say, I love the diary comics, Def, really brings back how life was when I lived in Japan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
def Posted February 3, 2013 I have to say, I love the diary comics, Def, really brings back how life was when I lived in Japan. Cheers! I only wish I'd started a decade ago when I was still suffering culture shock! Still, today's Setsubun no hi strip has a strong touch of that. This week, I was busy doing something stupid: Page four, panel four is one of my favorite pictures :D Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pigbrick Posted February 3, 2013 (edited) Edited February 3, 2013 by Pigbrick Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anticyclone Posted February 4, 2013 And really cool sculpture, Anticyclone! Yes, there are many LoZ fans here, including myself. I haven't played SS yet, but the mixture between Wind Waker's cel-shaded animation and Twilight Princess' realistic art is instantly recognizable. My twin brother recently began playing Skyward Sword, and the art direction in it is to die for. That sculpture definitely captures its bold colors and fluid character designs. Thanks guys. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
def Posted February 6, 2013 Pigbrick, you've got great shading skills, especially on that first pic! My last week and a half: As 'true' as these all are, they are somewhat vague in structure. Hopefully you can get the idea behind them all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spider-Man Posted February 7, 2013 Great work everyone! I wish I was half as talented as you! I've always gotten a good laugh out of a lot of your stuff def! And I am really liking the transition to color Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
polywen Posted February 25, 2013 (edited) I do some of the comics for the Club Magazine. Edited February 25, 2013 by polywen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
polywen Posted February 25, 2013 Some paintings of mine, none LEGO related work: And some comics stuff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brickington Posted February 25, 2013 These are some great artwork, polywen. The are the result of true talent. It also must be great to do comics for LEGO Club Magazine. How does that work, do you get commission or salary? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
polywen Posted February 25, 2013 Being an AFOL, I love doing LEGO Comics. It's freelance work so I'm paid by the job. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
def Posted February 28, 2013 That's pretty cool. Nice job! You've got a real diversity of styles. I put more time into coloring this month, and I liked the results. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krystalKING Posted March 3, 2013 i really am enjoying following this thread, I've taken up drawing myself, but I'm not that good. (I can only draw 2D right now, but that'll cange soon...I hope.) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
def Posted May 9, 2013 Hey I haven't posted here in a while! I've been keeping at it, and some better, and some worse results. I have kept coloring my strips, though I'm printing black and white. The coloring got better, but there was still a gaudiness to it. In April, I started experimenting with the color a lot more, and liking it. And then I started going into even weaker colour-palette. And now I'm really happy with the style. And now and again, I have to do even less, pure black and white. I want a loose line, and I'm getting better and better with it as I do three pages a week. If only I could do more... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brickington Posted May 9, 2013 ai really do love your work and style! I can not believe you don't have a newspaper or someone picking these up. Great job! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
