Do you make the whole scenes in 3d or do you composite them?
Do you make the whole scenes in 3d or do you composite them
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I usually make all my scenes in 3D. For stills, I should really think about compositing them just so I can have more control over each layer.
Do you retouch or edit your renderings afterwards?
Yes I do. There are always flaws that I want to fix after I hit the render button. Photoshop is great for that.
Do you have everything clear in your mind, lights, textures, color, etc when you start an image or it develops as you move on?
I have a pretty vague idea as to how the final image would look during the rendering stage. What I do lock down on is the composition and the theme. From there, it is just a matter of fleshing it out through sketching and the actual creation in 3D. There are a lot of hit and misses along the way.
What are the most important points in a scene to make it look good?
In my personal opinion, it all has to come down to subtlety. Not overdoing something in a 3D scene is definitely important. When putting a lense flare for example, do not place one on your scene just for the sake of having it there. Have it there only if its truly essential to the image. I once saw a space scene that had at least five different lense flares going off on different angles (which is fairly impossible in the real world). Also, some make the mistake of bombarding their images with lights, just to make sure that every detail on the scene is accounted for. Looking at compositions by some of the artists at the 3D Artists gallery, you'll find that what makes their compositions so successful is that they are not afraid to hide parts of their images in the shadows. Having a dramatic play between light and shadow is definitely something that can help elevate an image. You do not have to show off every single detail on the mesh you worked so hard on (although I know how tempting it is to do so). How important are sketches, drawings, ... to your artworks?
For me, they are just as important as the 3D creation process itself. I always make it a point to sketch out the elements that I will be doing in 3D just so I can familarize myself with whatever it is I will be doing. Plus, it gives me a visual reference, which is a lot better than trying to see it inside my head.
What is the most improtant aspect of 3d graphics, and why did you chose this medium to express yourself?
For me, the most important thing about 3D Models graphics as a medium is the ability it gives me to express myself through the images that I create. Invoking some form of response from the viewers (may it be negative or positive) is something that I really like. It is the same with all the different mediums of art...the difference is very minimal. What sets 3D apart for me though is that it gives me the ability to create the image, and then have it conform easily to whatever I want it to do. The varying styles you can create are limitless. With 3D, I can create something that has a photorealistic look, and then without hesitation, have that transform into something very stylized through the use of different rendering filters, or any other techiniques one might have up his/her sleeves. The ability to control something like that with such ease is, for me, what gives 3D an edge over the other mediums. It makes creating something a very exciting process.
Some people believe that in order to be a good 3D artist, you don't have to have traditional art skills... what are you thoughts on this?
I really believe that having good traditional skills in art is very important when doing 3D. Being traditionally trained means you have proper knowledge of perspective, anatomy, good composition, and, are quite adept with whatever art tools used. Those are the very same elements that are needed in order to produce a cool 3D image. Now in contrast to someone who does not apply any of the stuff mentioned, more likely than not, his or her image will always end up missing something in terms of vision, and the wow factor.
What is the best way of getting started in 3D imaging?
Learn your stuff. Spend hours with whatever software you intend on using in the industry, and just explore it inside out.3D Models You can do this either by taking a course in school, or by buying the software and locking yourself inside your room with a good supply of food and water for several months (kinda joking hehe). Also, I believe that everything happens for a purpose. So whatever first job in the industry that might land on your lap, take it. From there, its just a matter of meeting and knowing people in the industry. Having a wide number of connections to fall back on is invaluable. Keep in touch with the people you meet, because they are the very ones who will be passing along contract work your way, or vice versa. One of the main reasons as to why I'm working now is because of the people who I've met along the way who have helped get me this far. Keeping yourself grounded is also very important. No matter how good you are in 3D back in school, or how much of a hotshot you were then, do not let it get to your head cause most likely companies will not hire you anyway if you've got a pretty negative, and stuck-up attitude.
Are there any artists at 3D Artists you particularly admire?
Yes. There are a lot of artists on your site that continually put me in a state of awe. One of them would have to be Jeremy A. Engleman for the way he treats 3D like a canvas to paint beautiful images on, Eni Oken for the way she uses digital light to illuminate her scenes in such a surreal (yet very realistic) way, Timur Baysal for his awe inspiring modelling skills and texturing ability, and Victoria Brace for the fantastic imagery that she creates.
What will be your future plans?
Besisdes hitting it big and eventually buying out ILM and Pixar,3D Models I plan to focus more on developing my style and experimenting with the medium as I try out new and different things with it. I also want to expand my knowledge and learn other fantastic software packages such as Maya, Lightwave, and Softimage. To sum it up, I plan to continue learning what I need to learn in the coming years so I wont get left behind. Its survival of the fittest out there, and I plan to keep fit.
Thanks.
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