ART WAR 3 | 2D | Villains | The Summoner of Forgotten Gods | mkmiec

[mkmiec]

@cedricgo @sani @rgdraw thank you guys! I'm really excited for the idea, I like all things creepy and I would like this one to also have some creepy vibe to her, let see how it goes! I will have more sketches soon.

[mkmiec]

I've played a bit around with portraits. I'm still wondering what kind of mood I want to depict. I feel like story of my villain is a sad one, she has powers that are too heavy to bear but there is no way back at this point. I also don't want to loose the feeling of danger. I definitely will have to do a lot of planning for the main illustration!

I look forward to your feedback!

[mr_dessin]

First batch, 1, 2, 3 & 6.
But 3 & 6 are the most intriguing !

[mkmiec]

Thanks a lot for your input! I also feel like the first batch was a bit more successful. I'm tempted to go with closed eyes but it's always a tricky decision because it's very limiting in terms of expressions But pehaps it's good to stry something new!

[luigimanese]

Within the first batch, I really like 5 (bottom row center). She feels like she's scared and trapped by her powers, and could serve to be an interesting dynamic with a reluctant villain that's being possessed by powers. I don't know if that's even the feel your going for, but might be something to consider!

[mkmiec]

@luigimanese this is actually exactly what I had in my head while creating her story ^^ I think I will go for this kind of look (scared and lost), but I think I will try to push it toward more stylised design. Let's see how this goes, hopefully I will make big progress this weekend since there is a bit of free time

[mkmiec]

oi, Christmas were very busy this year! I was able to sketch a bit but it was difficult to find time and post. I'll try to catch up ^^ I have some concepts for one of the "forgotten gods" (it's mask, to be more precise) that my character will be summoning on the main illustration.

I've also prepared quite a few sketches for the outfit. I wanted something with flow and feminine looking but harsh and rough in the same time. Something that feels slightly uncomfortable since my character is suffering through her powers.

I'll share concepts for illustration soon, once I cleaned up everything I've randomly sketched so far ^^ As always I will be happy to hear your feedback!

[mkmiec]

As mentioned I'm including some thumbnails for the main illustration. I'm kind of feeling closer compositions more, but full-body might present the character in a better way. Guys, let me know your thoughts!

[rgdraw]

I like the first one! It has a little something that show her character more than the others

[sani]

I'm pretty partial to 3 and 1. 3 I get the feeling like she's being controlled rather than being in control. Kind of a vibe like says she's doing the bidding of the forgotten god.

[mkmiec]

@rgdraw @sani thanks a lot guys! I'm also torn between 1 and 3. I like that the other two show full character but I cannot deny that they are not very unique. I think I'm leaning the most towards the 3rd option but I have to play around with light and composition to make sure the creature doesn't steal all attention. The character should be much bigger I think.

[mkmiec]

I've played a bit with the third composition, refined it a little bit more and add some values. I'm pretty happy with this direction but feedback as always very welcome.

[sanguine]

It really looks gorgeous

[mr_dessin]

Nice ^^
The only little advice would be to extend little more the bottom part for the 80% character visibility...
I get it the monster is a part of her but still her entire legs don't appear on the canvas.
Or maybe I'm just too anxious many won't even be judged because of this 80% thing...

What do you say, about 80% villain appearance @acolet , @malcom , @cedricgo that's fine ?

Oh and I really enjoy her face skull shape, very graceful and hands, so lovely hands ^^

[Acolet]

Yes, I would suggest showing more of your character.

@mr_dessin if an entry doesn't show the character from head to toe as advised, it will most likely still go to the judges, but the unclear presentation will be penalized in their rating.
Unless of course, it's a portrait or something like that, then it will be disqualified outright.

[mr_dessin]

Thank you for the clarification @Acolet !

[mkmiec]

@mr_dessin @Acolet thank you very much for pointing it out! I definitely don't want to risk being disqualified or punished because of my character not being visible enough I will rework my piece a bit and try to change the composition into something a bit further away!

@sanguine thanks a lot! I'm happy that you like it!

[mkmiec]

ayayay, the time is getting tight. Unfortunately there is just too much work at the moment:(

Anyways, I continue to work on my character a bit. I've decided to change the composition based on @mr_dessin suggestions (to keep at leat 80% of the character visible). I couldn't make it work with previous idea since I think the most powerful thing about it is that it's a close up ^^ so chose one of the other thumbnails that I've been playing around with.

I want to go for green eerie color palette with hint of red light. Let see if I will manage to squeeze enough time to finish it!

[r4yl]

I like the new comp, is this showing her using her special power. It’s pretty cool. And I didn’t know you take part in these, good to see u here.

[mr_dessin]

Good luck for the finishes ^^