Cool References to Draw From!!

I recently stumbled across artist-reference.com, which is a cool site with photo references and reviews - great for every 3d/cg artist. It's pretty sweet, so I think you should check it out.

Go and try for yourself - image reference!

Flawless

Hi!

Here's the last one I made. Tried new tools and effects that I will definitely incorporate on my workflow. Hope you enjoy it!! Personal piece. Photoshop.

Norse Warrior

Hi folks! This is a really busy year as I'm now working as a full time illustrator and concept artist at a local game company. This one is a quick concept sketch I did. I hope you all enjoy! Best and hope to post more soon!!

Eladrin Sketch

Hey everyone!

I'm back from the dead! Been really busy these days with lots of assignments.

Most of which I still can't post here.

I'll post this sketch of an Elf I did a while ago.

Expect some new stuff coming soon. See ya!

ArtBloom Feature

Hi Friends!
My artwork (and a few words about me ;)) has just been showcased on the wonderful "ArtBloom- A Showcase of Artistic Evolution". The concept of ArtBloom is a very good one: to show the evolution of creators in order to inspire those who are just beginning their careers.
I'm really excited to be part of it!! Go check it @: http://artbloom.net/ .
Best!

EXOTIQUE

Hi! I'm here to announce that I had an illustration selected for inclusion on "EXOTIQUE 5: THE WORLD'S MOST BEAUTIFUL CG CHARACTERS" from Ballistic Publishing! It will be published next October and I'm trully honoured to be part of this prestigious annual since the selection process is so hard. Hope you like when you see it!

Escapade

Hi! I know it's been a long time since my last illustration here. Been working and studying a lot... This one was my first attempt to model on my own an object on a 3D software. It's been lot of fun and I really learned a lot during the process!!! Hope you enjoy! Best!!

Pós Graduação em Arte 3d para Jogos Digitais

Prezados amigos, terá início no dia 19 de Setembro o curso de Pós Graduação em Arte 3D para Jogos Digitais. O quadro de professores conta com profissionais de primeira linha, atuantes no mercado de jogos no Brasil e no exterior.

O curso é voltado para graduados em diversas áreas que desejam atuar no mercado de Games como produtores de arte digital 3D.

Palestra inaugural: dia 19 de Setembro.

Maiores informações no link: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Rio-De-Janeiro-Brazil/Pos-Graduacao-em-Arte-3D-para-Jogos-Digitais/208363880430

The Usual Suspects

Hi! This one was about creating concepts in the form of silhouettes. This is some of the brief: "... the only parameters - 4 characters, one for each role, silhouettes only - everything else is up to you".

The roles for the characters were:

Defender - highest defense and good close up offense;

Stryker - high amounts of damage to a single target;

Controller - deals with large numbers of enemies at the same time;

Leader - leaders inspire.

Hope you can guess who is who!

Best!

Undead Demon Dinosaur

The idea was to create an Undead Demon Dinosaur. Yep, this was a very strange week!! Hope you enjoy!!

ImagineFX

Hi folks! My work will be showcased at May's issue (released yesterday, on April 7th) of "ImagineFX Fantasy and Sci-Fi Digital Art". If you're not acquainted with this magazine yet I strongly suggest you do. It's one of the most (if not 'THE' most) amazing publication of the genre, full of articles, interviews and galleries, besides having some very useful information of the illustration market (and wonderful DVD's on each issue!). Go check it out!!

Bromide

Hi! This week's concept is a Bromide. Here's a bit of the description: "This is a humanoid 'civilized' race.. They come in various 'weights', but tend to be tall, thin and agile. While not a very aggressive society, they have developed weapons and a intricate form of martial arms that utilizes their natural weapons. The Bromide race should be a plant based, or plant influenced race."

Well, a lot went on this. I imagined his past story and created the basic shapes as follows: The spiritual fire on top of their heads begins short after birth. At first pale orange, it grows redder as the Bromide grows. As adults, they don't show any signs of old age, except for the fire becoming paler and finally extinguishing itself on death. They age much slower than humans and they lifespan exceeds our on many decades. The natural weapon they posses are the powerful tendrils coming from the back of their arms (sharing the triceps tendon) and they use it to many tasks, including battle, and grabbing, much like spider monkey's prehensile tail. I had a great time doing this one. Hope you enjoy!

Construct

Hi! This time the concept is of a creature which is called a "Construct". Constructs resemble more wild animals than humanoids, but are made of pieces of gear, iron, blades, armour and also bits of stone and crystal. On this I tried more for the overall feeling of the machinery and scale. Constructs are also Golems, that according to Jewish folklore, are artificial mythical beings, brought to life through magic. According to the stories, having a Golem as a servant was considered as the most elevated symbol of wisdom and sanctity. The tiny figure near the creature was added for a better sense of scale. Speed painting 2H.

Portal

Another Matte Panting. This time things get a little hotter. Almost like the weather in Rio!! ;0)

Till next post!

Orcus Pet

Hi everyone! This time I tried a concept sketch. Here is a bit of the description: "They say that our pets reflect their owners - in looks and temperament... what kind of pet would Orcus have? Would he be the kind of bad ass that would have a the underworlds version of a pit bull...or a poodle?". Since Orcus is a powerful God of the Underworld, I figured he should have a powerful pet. I initially tought of a tiger, which is both powerful and agile, with a demonic twist. I then developed the huge paws and fangs , with a bifurcated tongue, giving a bit of reptilian coldness to it.

Matte Painting

To contrast with the weather in Rio I created this (first attempt) matte painting. I really had fun doing it, and I guess I`ll invest a little more time on this kind of painting. See ya!

Into the Deep

New speed painting. About 3h. Hope you enjoy!!!!

Final Strike

Hi Friends! Another speed painting. Just practicing and having lots of fun! More coming soon!! (Sorry!! Couldn`t resist the use of lens flare..hahaha!!)!

Speed Painting

Hi friends!! Sorry for being away for so long. I`m involved with a couple of projects for games that are taking all my blood! Short of time and will be posting the new paintings soon. Meanwhile I`m beginning to experiment with speed painting. Just for fun!!! This one took me a couple of hours (perhaps a bit more), and was really a joy. Hope you like it!! Will be posting more often from now on (at least I hope..)...

Salamander

And so the year is gone... It was a very prolific year. I produced a lot and learned a lot also. I`d like to thank everyone who ever commented or read something around here. Your support is very important for me to keep going.

The only sad note of the year is that my father passed away last week and left a hollow in my life that will never be filled. I`ll miss you a lot Dad. This post is for you!