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| + Byakko | May 23 2012, 03:48 PM Post #1 |
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I once gave a Kangaroo a heart-attack just by staring at it
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![]() V2 (a little more contrasted) ![]() Edited Version ![]() Final version ![]() I am actually so proud of this piece, considering it only took about half an hour, and most of that was trying to find the right font. Trying to go for a different style this time, so let me know how I did xD Edited by Byakko, May 23 2012, 08:51 PM.
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| + Green | May 23 2012, 03:58 PM Post #2 |
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Flashy Thing!
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It's pretty simple looking and mostly gray but at first glance, i really like it! I'm not sure which version i like better though...have you tried putting a border on it? Did it look good if you did? |
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| + Byakko | May 23 2012, 04:02 PM Post #3 |
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I'll be honest, I have absolutely no idea how to put a border on something xD. |
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| Strawberry | May 23 2012, 05:05 PM Post #4 |
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Chiaroscuro ♥
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Funny enough I feel like a combination of both versions of the sig would look the best. I like the contrasted background of the second version, but I think the lighting source looks more appealing in the first version. I have a lot of positive things to say about this one. I feel like it's easily one of your most cohesive pieces, it may look a bit too simple compared to some of your previous works but sometimes simplicity is the best way to go, and I think that's the case here. I like how you made the render blend in with the background and smudging around it is awesome. The downside of this sig imo is the font, which stands out in a bad way as it doesn't look like it belongs in the sig; and also the right side of the sig looks kinda empty. I know text is usually a pain in the butt but I think that's the thing you should work on because it can really make or break a sig. Overall, awesome work and I LOVE that I'm seeing different styles from you. |
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| + Byakko | May 23 2012, 05:19 PM Post #5 |
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Like this?![]() I dunno what to do about the text. Without it, the right side is way too empty, like you said, but I needed a font with some kind of futuristic feel, cause that's what I was trying to go for with the sig xD |
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| + Rebel X | May 23 2012, 05:29 PM Post #6 |
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Cool, for half an hour this is alright. I like the grey color scheme, more shades would've been nice to see in transition to that solid right. I think it could be more subtle with more layers gradually making it to that color. The blending at the bottom is awesome and is the light source. Once again you've gotten the lighting perfect imo. I think you've really mastered it with your simple style. I'm gonna agree with Kris, that the text really makes it worse. It might be the font but it might be the placement. I think in this case I like the Byakko text more than I do the Prophet text. Play with it, Maybe try having the Prophet text a little smaller and move it closer to Byakko or some other combination of fonts It's simple and quick, I get that but I think adding maybe an effect or two using the red from the render would give it more appeal if done right. It doesn't have to be a big thing but even a soft glow of red around or under the render would give it more depth and focus. |
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| Strawberry | May 23 2012, 05:34 PM Post #7 |
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Chiaroscuro ♥
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Yes, like that. I think the problem isn't the font only but how you placed the text. "Byakko" is too distant from "Prophet", and a bit overpowering too 'cause it commands too much (unnecessary) attention. Play with fonts more and try to use a few brushes around them, them work with layer options and try to blend everything in and it should look better. As far as text goes, the only way to master it is by experimenting a lot. So do that and you'll get better in no time. |
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| + Byakko | May 23 2012, 05:47 PM Post #8 |
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Okay, so here's one with the Prophet text moved closer and a bit of lighting ![]() Text moved closer, bit of lighting, and brush to fill up space ![]() Text moved closer, bit of light, brush, and darkened Byakko ![]() I hate text so much xD |
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| + Rebel X | May 23 2012, 05:49 PM Post #9 |
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I like the improvements on the second and third version but the Prophet text still doesn't look right |
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| Strawberry | May 23 2012, 05:56 PM Post #10 |
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Chiaroscuro ♥
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That looks way better already, boi! You know what I'd also do to make the sig more interesting? I'd darken a few strategic spots to make the lighting scheme look more real and vibrant. I'd definitely try darkening the area to the left of "Prophet" to give more depth to the light source above the render's head. And darkening the left corner of the sig could also help. Anyway, you're awesome at taking direction and I'm sure you're going to become the master of text quickly haha. |
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| + Byakko | May 23 2012, 06:10 PM Post #11 |
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What about this? I put some lighting around the changed font, and moved both texts a little further to the right, there's now also a small lightsource underneath the text to make it a little more readable, otherwise half of it can't be read.
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| + Rebel X | May 23 2012, 06:12 PM Post #12 |
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I like this much better than all of them |
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| Strawberry | May 23 2012, 06:46 PM Post #13 |
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That's definitely a big step up from all the other versions.
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| Pookie | May 23 2012, 06:52 PM Post #14 |
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Pookie Powa!
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What are you using Byakko to make signatures? It's easy to make a border and I can tell you if you want. I was always told that the text should be near the signature so that it flows well. The placement of your text is getting better though. You should also try using colors from the render in your text. If all else fails, I use white because it tends to match with a lot of things. The text should not be in a random spot. I think if the text was smaller it would show the simplistic, but consistent background. This signature especially the last version is well done. I like the flow, the colors, the render placement, and some of the effects you used. I've seen your other pieces and this is on the top of your best ones. I give it an 8/10 because it works. It's the render that really makes this signature good. It is high quality. I always tell people that if you have a high quality render, making signatures is a lot easier. |
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| + Byakko | May 23 2012, 06:59 PM Post #15 |
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I'm using Photoshop CS4. I've just never bothered putting a border in, so I've never learned how to do it xD Just tried it by creating a new image with slightly larger dimensions than the signature, then moving it over and placing it in the middle. Is that right? xD ![]() That's what I got |
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