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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of 'Late,' my latest illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technic...
2024-01-03 17:00:11 +0000 UTC View Post
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A few weeks ago, I was talking about how to keep you fully productive but what if those hours are allocated to responsibilities outside your personal projects? Like family, work, or student classes....
2024-01-02 21:59:02 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of 'Traffic,' my last illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects of the illustration's...
2023-12-30 16:50:01 +0000 UTC View Post
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I believe ideas can be conveyed in a few words, and that's what this article aims to do. It encapsulates the essence of every article posted this month, so if anything piques your interest, consider subscribing to dive deeper and join the discussion ;).
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2023-12-29 22:09:54 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the process video, file, and brief insights of 'Casino,' my last illustration. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects of the illustration's ...
2023-12-27 17:00:11 +0000 UTC View Post
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I have received the question "how to practice" many times, so today I wanted to focus on four practicing or exercise strategies you can apply right away for your new 2024 year resolutions. Let's go!
1. Optimize your thinking
One key aspect of thinking is asking que...
2023-12-26 23:12:19 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the 'Cut' process video, file, and brief insights. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects of the illustration's development. I hope you find ...
2023-12-23 16:57:28 +0000 UTC View Post
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Like many of us, I suffer from anxiety, and this affects my performance at work and personal life. However, over time, I have developed coping mechanisms that help me deal with this issue, allowing me to stay in touch with reality and remain calm, focused, and balanced. Today,...
2023-12-22 20:39:33 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the 'Mannequin' process video, file, and brief insights. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I share the idea behind the piece, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects of the illustration's development. I hope you...
2023-12-20 17:00:12 +0000 UTC View Post
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Many artists struggle when "drawing from imagination," which in reality is "drawing from memory." Imagination often relies on recombining, altering, or expanding upon elements from real-world experiences stored in memory. So, your goal in this specific problem is to optimize y...
2023-12-19 18:28:00 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is the "Death Collector" process video, file, and brief insights. These kinds of articles are often split into two parts: the concept, where I explain the idea development, and the execution, where I explain the technical aspects of the illustration development. I hope yo...
2023-12-16 17:20:08 +0000 UTC View Post
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I've spent time discussing strategies to tackle common artist problems, but haven't shared much about my 'style development' journey before turning professional. Today, I want to share strategies that guided me. Stay tuned because at the end of this article, I'll reveal the da...
2023-12-15 21:54:33 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here's a brief introduction to my process behind 'Game Over', my latest illustration. The intro is divided into concept development and technical execution. Enjoy.
I thought it would be interesting to do some kind of tribute to Nintendo, so I took this as...
2023-12-13 17:00:26 +0000 UTC View Post
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We've all been there: the render is fine, the line is clean, the colors are vibrant, but the character looks dead inside, lacking life and energy. In today's post, I'll give you some useful ways you can address this issue right away so your characters feel more alive than you.<...
2023-12-12 22:46:10 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here's a brief introduction to my process behind 'Dealer', my latest illustration. The intro is divided into concept development and technical execution. Enjoy.
The first decision I made when brainstorming for this piece was to build a composition around ...
2023-12-09 17:03:20 +0000 UTC View Post
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Some of you have expressed curiosity about how I come up with many tasks like creating new illustrations weekly, writing posts, answering messages, managing other jobs, etc. The truth is that I have a strict routine in which I cover a big part of my needs in order to perform t...
2023-12-09 00:03:19 +0000 UTC View PostHey everyone,
Here's a brief introduction to my process behind 'Operator', my latest illustration. The intro is divided into concept development and technical execution. Enjoy.
For this particular exploration, I was looking for a "green" approach. Instead ...
2023-12-06 17:10:02 +0000 UTC View Post
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Recently, I received a message from one patron asking about my approach to anime style. Although I'm inspired by anime, I don't have a specific article discussing this topic. So for today's post, I'll share three simple tips for creating characters in this style.
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Here's a brief introduction to my process behind 'Jilted', my latest illustration. The intro is divided into concept development and technical execution. Enjoy.
I wanted this composition to be red, that was the first step, but not a red c...
2023-12-02 17:00:10 +0000 UTC View Post
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For those seeking to make the most of their time and stay updated on the essential insights from November's articles, this post simplifies the key takeaways. Whether you're new or a regular patron, this concise summary helps you prioritize your focus.
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Here's a brief introduction to my process behind 'Frustration,' my latest illustration. The intro is divided into concept development and technical execution. Enjoy.
This time I tried one character illustration instead of many because I wanted to create a...
2023-11-29 17:00:12 +0000 UTC View Post
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What everyone tells you is to go to an art school, make a portfolio, apply to jobs, and do some networking. That's basic, and it works to some degree, but when you hustle or come from rough places, you understand there's a difference between theory and practice 2023-11-28 23:58:06 +0000 UTC View Post
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For those worried about not knowing how to improve your skills, the straightforward answer is 'habits'. Small steps you take daily can bring great improvements in the long run. But if you lack motivation, feel alone, or just don't know what to do, I'm here to ...
2023-11-27 20:00:25 +0000 UTC View PostHey everyone,
Here's a brief introduction to my process behind 'Snowball,' my latest illustration. The intro is divided into concept development and technical execution. Enjoy.
The first step in this process was choosing one color as the inspiration for the whole compo...
2023-11-25 16:49:36 +0000 UTC View Post
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To make a couple of bucks, it's important to understand the options available to you as an artist in the market. This topic will be split into two parts:
Part 1: My personal experience making money with my art since I graduated.
Part 2: Key aspects to consider when...
2023-11-24 22:55:27 +0000 UTC View PostHello everyone,
Here is a brief introduction to my process behind "The Gills", my latest illustration. The intro is divided in concept development and technical execution, enjoy.
This illustration started with the idea of the color blue. I was uncertai...
2023-11-22 17:00:11 +0000 UTC View Post
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Creating a following is a very useful benefit for an artist, as it increases the visibility of your art, laying the groundwork for more opportunities. These opportunities are not limited to new jobs, but also include potential collaborations and communities with which to share...
2023-11-21 22:50:20 +0000 UTC View PostHey everyone
Here is a brief introduction to my process behind "Flock", my latest illustration. The intro is divided in concept development and technical execution, enjoy.
For this illustration's conceptual exploration, the focus wasn't on creating a s...
2023-11-18 16:50:11 +0000 UTC View Post
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If you have been around here on Patreon for a while, you will notice I often discuss perspective because it's one of the things I know best. The points previously discussed are about basic application with simple geometric shapes/forms and perspective distortion using techniqu...
2023-11-17 22:04:01 +0000 UTC View Post
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Here is a brief introduction to my process behind "Shells", my latest illustration. The intro is divided into some insights of the concept development and technical cues of the execution
Concept
After I chose this crab/fish reference, my challenge w...
2023-11-15 17:03:35 +0000 UTC View Post