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Last post by Transmute Jun 18 Feb 2016 05:55
Thought I'd start a thread for my sketches...
Have an eagle & condor in my intro post, but her's one of them together...
Needs more work, but not a bad start...
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Sep 2014 19:26
Welcome, Mylari!
Those aren't bad.
Woohoo! Glad you started a thread here, Mylari! I like pictures like this that show their camaraderie....they really do seem like brothers to me...
Ooooh, I like it that you've started your own thread too, it shows us you have confidence in your art, which can only be a good thing in my book.
And it is a great pic of them too. How long before we see the rest of the team here too?
Thanks for all the encouragement on my scribbles. I'm still testing my abilities so I have mostly been sticking to the images that I like to stare at for long periods of time/repeatedly. Which means lots of Ken(Mark) & Joe(Jason) for now. Can you blame me? I do plan to try the whole team at some point or another. I have an image in my head that I want to do for my Voltron/BotP crossover fic, but that would require me to draw more than Keith & Lance on that side of things too... As I get more confident, I'll expand my cast pictures, but for right now (or until my muse has a temper tantrum - which has become a regular occurrence lately) these two boys have my attention.
I decided to try Joe again tonight - quick pencil sketch, might try to fix it up later...
Oh yeah! You've got that Condor glare down!! 
Thanks! I can see the improvements as I practice 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 16 Sep 2014 06:17
This second one is a huge improvement over the first. You've really captured Joe's personality!
Thanks everyone! I've been practicing & doing a lot of um... Staring at pictures... That counts as research right? 
It definitely counts! At least, that's what I tell myself. *grin*
You did a very nice job on Joe's eyes! I think they can be really hard to get down correctly. Keep going!
I share Diinzumo-san's wonderful information on eyes - especially Joe's!
I've seen that somewhere before Reboekah. It's a great reference.
When I was in school, I remember my art teacher always saying the same things about "shading" the iris, etc. Good words to heed!
When I was in school, I remember my art teacher always saying the same things about "shading" the iris, etc. Good words to heed!
And other from the wonderful and talented Diinzumo-san...
Visit her DeviantArt page!
It always helps me to revisit those tutorials...they really helped me when I was beginning to draw Ken and Joe!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Sep 2014 16:39
They are interesting. I haven't seen them in a while.
Awesome tips! I will definitely be trying to keep them in mind as I go
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Sep 2014 05:53
I recall Springie had a good one for drawing Jun.... 
Mylari, nice drawings!
Reboekah's references might help you a lot.
Whenever I see Joe's face, he reminds me typical Japanese Samurai paintings.
In the Samurai paintings, I can see the similarities between them.
-Big bright eyes
-beak-like nose
-raised eyes
-compressed lips
I do think the character designer referred to those paintings below.
I bet you're onto something there, rachel!
I can see how those images can inspire a "condor glare"
I've been at it again - Ken launching the 'rang
Great work! Action shots are so tough! That's something I need to practice!
Thanks! I've been having a lot of fun so far. Right now I've just been working on building my confidence by copying screen grabs, but I'm looking forward to trying some original ideas in the future.
Hey I'm still copying screen grabs, hehe. Good job!
That's how I started out, too!
Woohoo! I consider myself in good company then
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Sep 2014 10:42
That looks like one of your better ones, Mylari!
I've been at it again. Most have not been worth sharing, but this one came out halfway decent, I think...
I just commented on this one over at DA...really nice!
Oh I really like the last two Mylari! Good work! 
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Oct 2014 08:15
Nice, Mylari.
I would agree its easiest to learn drawing by reproducing existing scenes.
Thanks everyone! Eventually I'll graduate beyond copying screen caps, but for now, I am just aiming for getting closer and recognizable images. It's all about progress 
Oh yeah, and confidence, but that comes with practice and progress 
Oh yeah, and confidence, but that comes with practice and progress
Springie
Her Royal Fluffiness...Swan of Swans...
posted 11 Oct 2014 14:33
(edited 11 Oct 2014 14:43)
Yes! I was just reading about how you should just keep drawing so that you can see improvement, and that there will be lots of drawings that you just trash, but you will hit on some that resonate with viewers and some that you really enjoy along the way.
I love seeing how quickly both you and Chris are improving! I'd love to see you tweak a picture with either a Halloween or holiday theme!
Heh, I will consider myself poked and see what I can come up with...
well not holiday or Halloween, but he is angry...
Loos great! Just include a screenshot in the background of his car having been egged on Halloween night and we can see why he is angry! Teehee...
Yeah, that would certainly anger him *lol*
Oh boy, heaven help anyone who does that to Joe's car ... and yeah, that pic would match!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 11 Oct 2014 23:30
Yeah, that would be the last thing that fool would see!
So, I have started learning digital coloring and just *had* to attempt the angry condor... I didn't mess him up as bad as I was afraid I would. Though he doesn't look *quite* as angry now...
I think he's now confused... And maybe hungry... But I'll take it for only my 4th attempt at digital coloring.
I think he's now confused... And maybe hungry... But I'll take it for only my 4th attempt at digital coloring.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Oct 2014 12:38
Not bad, Mylari. But the color does change the look little.
He looks more determined than angry now...but that's a good thing! Great coloring!
He looks like he has an eye twitch but that seems totally natural. *grin* Great job, Mylari!
brilliant, Mylari, so much better than anything I've attempted, but then that really isn't saying much 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 14 Oct 2014 06:41
These last 2 are very intense, Mylari!!!
Here's my latest attempt at Ken... I think I'm getting closer...
I'll try to color it soon...
I'll try to color it soon...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 Oct 2014 10:36
Ooh, I know exactly which episode this one is from! It's one of my favorites!
I've started coloring and so far Ken has hair and that's about it...
Nice work! You can definitely tell that this hair belongs to Ken!
I finished coloring the image...
Could still use a few tweaks, but I think I'm getting closer...
Could still use a few tweaks, but I think I'm getting closer...
Shading AND a background, moving up in the world
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 21 Oct 2014 06:02
I really like the shading! It adds a lot to the picture, making it not so flat.
Wow! You are moving along so quickly! Really nice picture! Love the shading and background! 
The background reminds me of jellybeans..
Yay candy!
Yay candy!
Thanks everyone! I'm really having a lot of fun learning all this new stuff!
RB - I was going for round, but the brush I picked made ovals so I just went with it. Seemed like a fun image
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Oct 2014 16:29
Ken's looking good! You're braver than I am to be trying all these new things.
I'm not sure I'd call it brave. It's more along the lines of why not? If I don't like it that's what undo and delete are for.
Well, the posting part does take a *little* bit of bravery. 
And were so glad that both of you are sharing your talents with us!
So tonight I decided to try something other than a person to draw...
will probably color it at some point...
will probably color it at some point...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 25 Oct 2014 19:09
Very nice!
Great work! Looking forward to seeing it in color!
And here's the G-1 in color... I need to redo the cloud background at some point, but it's late and I'm tired...
At least the clouds look fluffy and like he could fly through them!
Very nice work! If you are using Photoshop, you can use one of the filters to make clouds. Just look under the " render" section...I think it says, " difference clouds" or "render clouds" or something like that. Either way, I like the puffy clouds!
I tried to do the civilian G-2 today, but that experiment didn't come out as I'd hoped (I got the angle and scale off and it still kinda looks like the car, but I need to try again). So, I decided that maybe I needed to do a face instead... I found a shot of Ken that I liked and that experiment worked out much better. Here's Ken (I'll color him later in the week)
Nice intense look! You just keep getting better and better!
Great work mylari! What episode was this one from?
It's from the episode when Ken & Joe go on the submarine mission and Joe has been plagued with nightmares as the memories of his parents' deaths start to resurface. Can't remember the title at the moment though...
Mylari, it's "Mortal Combat! 10,000 Meters Under the Sea", Ep. 78.
(Huh...I never thought I could come up with an episode title so easily!) 
Thanks! I've only seen most of the gatch versions once or twice, so I still struggle with episode names
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Nov 2014 10:28
Glad I could help!
I used to have an almost photographic memory, but that hasn't been the case ever since I ended up in the wheelchair -- so I get frustrated with myself when I know that I know something but can't recall it as easily as I used to.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Nov 2014 12:37
He's looking very fierce!
Mylari , this definately one of the best thus far.
Thanks everyone! I can't wait to see how he'll look in color *lol*
I colored Ken, but I'm not entirely happy with it and will end up re-doing it at some point.
Did you use a new shading technique on the hair?
And the background....whoa...acid trip! LOL. 
I can't see a single thing wrong with this pic, Mylari, I think you are being too over critical of your work!
Yeah, I was experimenting again with the hair. I also used a different shading technique on the skin too. I'm not sure what about this picture is bothering me, but something is... And I am sure you are both right. I am VERY critical of my own work.
I know I've had images that I really liked as the original drawing and that I was less enthusiastic about when I coloured, it happens.
I often feel that my work loses something when I ink it. A slight variation can sometimes change the feel/ expression of a picture. I haven't seen them side by side...but maybe that's it? FWIW, I think it turned out nicely!
Thanks! I think I found the few little bits that were bothering me. Trying to decide if I want to try fixing them or just move on to the next picture 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Nov 2014 05:59
Mylari, this is really great! Background aside, it's looking very close to a screenshot from the show.
Thanks TJ! Chris & Springie have been great teachers/mentors/cheerleaders/inspiration & I'd never have gotten this far without their help.
Wasn't up to drawing a background on this one so just played with some texture brushes...
Mylari, many times I cheat and use a screenshot for my background. Sometimes I do my own, but I get impatient to finish a picture!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Nov 2014 10:58
That is great, Mylari. The emotion is clear.
Trying a new method for my art - speed sketching. I basically just draw as fast as I can - no thinking allowed. I've been fairly impressed with my results so far - 10 minutes start to finish...
I don't think I could do that well in 10 mins.
Wow, he is one mean looking Condor, what has got his goat today, I wonder...
And it only took 10 minutes? I'd never have guessed. Well done
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Nov 2014 12:16
The eyes are very realistic... I feel like he's glaring at me!
Pretty impressive specially when you take into account you did it in ten minutes
Nice! I think it turns out better sometimes when we don't overthink it....
ok did three speed sketches today... One each of the condor, the eagle, and for the first time ever - the swan...
They all need work, but I'm still a novice
First the condor - did this at work because I was bored on a conference call... Original image was on my cell phone and I was using a 1/4 sheet of paper, so all things considered not too shabby.
Next is the eagle - in disguise no less... needs work & color... was another attempt at speed without really thinking, just drawing
And finally my first attempt at the swan... Technically my second, but I didn't finish the first since it was going so poorly that I went for a do-over. Need to practice her eyes, but not a bad early try...
Good stuff! for 10 mins or under each they came out awesome
You did a great job on these!
Thanks! This has been turning into quite the fun experiment!
Ken in Gallactor captain costume is my favorite!
You really described the scene so well!
These days seeing Chris and your drawings, I feel sudden impulses to draw Gatchaman characters.
I barely drew sketches over 12 years but you guys are awaking me!
I barely drew sketches over 12 years but you guys are awaking me!
Rachel, please do! We'd love to see your work...and we love to encourage!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Nov 2014 11:37
Rachel, it's official!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Nov 2014 11:41
Very nice. Jun looks great!
Rachel,
I agree with the others - we need more people to add to the drawing frenzy the more the merrier!
the more the merrier!
And speaking of more...
Here's my latest 10 minute attempt...
KT asked me to try the swan in birdstyle. So here is my first ever attempt...
Ken turned out great! Love those eyes! And Jun is so cute...that is one of my favorite shots of her....
Yes, it is...and I couldn't be happier about it!
Great one Mylari, so much better than I could do
Thanks everyone. I seem to be addicted to my little speed sketching experiment. Instead of plot bunnies lately, I've had pencil bunnies... My deviantArt account has 88 images already! It's amazing just how many things I've done in such a short time!
tonight I tried another new character...
Because, as a friend of mine likes to point out, the villains need love too!
I see a lot of coloring in my future...
Because, as a friend of mine likes to point out, the villains need love too!
I see a lot of coloring in my future...
Poor Zoltar ... he spends most of the series being berated!
Since Chris did a young Eagle once, I decided to give the young Condor a try...
Since I did a couple of Condors, the Eagle asked for a turn...
gave the swan another shot too while I was at it...
Whoa! You've been a busy bee! These are all wonderful! I especially love your young. Condor! Excellent work!
Thanks Springie! I'm working through some grief (my grandmother passed away on Monday - she was almost 105) and drawing has been the only thing I have been able to concentrate on and distract myself with...
So sorry to hear about your grandmother, Mylari, and if the drawing is helping you through the grief, then go for it 
Remember, we're all here for you if you need us, ok.
Remember, we're all here for you if you need us, ok.
I'm sure your grandmother would rather see you drawing than at the bottom of a bottle or something ... May we all live to 105 and be as loved. I agree that my fave is the young Condor!
I agree that my fave is the young Condor!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 26 Nov 2014 05:15
Sorry to hear about your grandmother, Mylari. 
It's good that you're able to use your artwork to help you through this heartbreaking period. Just remember you've got a bunch of peeps pulling for you!
It's good that you're able to use your artwork to help you through this heartbreaking period. Just remember you've got a bunch of peeps pulling for you!
So sorry to hear that, Mylari...105 years is such a blessing! I understand how drawing can help distract you from the stress/ grief. It helps me when I am feeling that way, too.
Thanks everyone, I appreciate the thoughts
And since I was feeling up to something other than sketching, here's the young condor again. This time in color...
And since I was feeling up to something other than sketching, here's the young condor again. This time in color...
That turned out amazing! The shading looks great, too! Way to go!
Not my best coloring job, but initial sketch was a bit iffy too... Will have to try again another day...
Very nice work!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Nov 2014 11:06
I'm sorry to hear about your grandmother, Mylari. Maybe you should draw her as a memorial.
Daniella T
GatchaFreak
posted 29 Nov 2014 12:50
Coming late to this thread...and did my jaw drop!
Mylari, these are absolutely wonderful! I love your young Condor (and your older Condor).
Sorry about your grandma 
Thanks everyone.
Becky, not sure I'm up to drawing real people yet & not sure I could handle trying something that emotional right now anyway. But maybe someday in the future...
Daniella - Glad you're enjoying the pics. Gonna color the older Joe in the car next...
was coloring my driving condor and had the background set to pink for a while. Since I hadn't colored his hair yet, it looked like he had bright pink hair. My son had dyed his hair back in October for breast cancer awareness, so here's the Condor's version...
Imagine, if you will, that he was in a race to cure breast cancer:
and in case pink hair isn't your thing, I let him have his normal shade as well...
Not happy with his left shoulder (right to the viewer) but not sure if I will bother to fix it or just worry about the next image...
Not happy with his left shoulder (right to the viewer) but not sure if I will bother to fix it or just worry about the next image...
Lol, I'm not big on pink, but anything to support Breast Cancer is good for me. Love that the eyebrows are pink too.
not sure what ep the screencap came from, but I'm getting the impression the Condor is enjoying his drive, is he taking part in a race here?
not sure what ep the screencap came from, but I'm getting the impression the Condor is enjoying his drive, is he taking part in a race here?
My mom has breast cancer so she can use all the support she can get! Go Joe!
The shoulder is a bit high, but it doesn't detract from the pic...
Love these...especially Joe's pink hair! I can imagine Jun helping him with the dye...maybe the whole team went pink for a fundraiser! 
Springie, I think I realized the problem right after I logged out of everything, but since it was nearly 3am and I get to work between 8 & 8:30 most days, I decided not to worry for a while I can always crop it a bit if I need to...
And yes that was my 17 year old son's hair for most of October. He has a few pink tips left, but he's mostly back to normal - for now at least...
I think you should do the whole team in pink
I can always crop it a bit if I need to...
And yes that was my 17 year old son's hair for most of October. He has a few pink tips left, but he's mostly back to normal - for now at least...
I think you should do the whole team in pink
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 1 Dec 2014 12:18
I can really see the improvement, Mylari! I think your greatest strength is in the facial expressions. I can really see the emotions on everyone's faces.
KT - no idea what ep it's from. My screencaps have no organization to them whatsoever.
TJ - thanks! I'm having a lot of fun practicing. I have a thing for eyes, so I'm sure that's part of it...
and now for something a bit different...
So if we take these images in order, Ken's about to kill this goon.
works for me - maybe not for the goon, but that's his problem, not mine
Technicolor goon
Is he in front of a sunset or an explosion? You decide
Is he in front of a sunset or an explosion? You decide
This goon is thinking: Why am I #90,052? Are we THAT big of an organization or have that many of us already died?
Great! No matter what it is...that background is pretty! I choose to believe it is an exploding mecha!
Has to be a sunset - if it were an explosion he would either be running -- or flying!
Nice work!
Nice work!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Dec 2014 11:17
Somehow, that good seems a little too hopeful....
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 3 Dec 2014 12:41
TJ -- he's probably just posing for a new recruitment poster!
I should be working on homework, but head wanted to explode, so...
My word, you have been productive, very nice pics, Mylari.
I thought he was Ken in Galactor uniform.
Recruitment poster? That does make sense!
Hands are so tough to draw...doing the close ups is really a smart...they turned out great! Love little Ken, too!
Thanks - I've found hands incredibly frustrating, but for some reason, I felt inspired to try that day. Pretty sure work/life/school had fried my beacon beyond any other level of functionality I'm pretty happy with the results since I found I struggled less than normal on these. Practice makes perfect right?
I'm pretty happy with the results since I found I struggled less than normal on these. Practice makes perfect right?
so my last theme night ended up being hands/weapons, tonight it's mugshots
First, the eagle after his alley fight with the condor:
First, the eagle after his alley fight with the condor:
and then the condor got to pose for his mugshot as well...
Great drawings! That's such an emotional scene and you've captured the emotions so well!
Thanks eventually when I try coloring them, I will turn them into mugshots
eventually when I try coloring them, I will turn them into mugshots
Great idea! Wonder what they are "wanted" for...
Originally posted by Springie Great idea! Wonder what they are "wanted" for...Being handsome!
Great work mylari! You're certainly been busy cranking them out!
You're certainly been busy cranking them out!
I struggle with drawing heads that are tilted in any way. Somehow I always try to straighten them back up. Recently, I thought I found a workaround to trick myself into drawing them at the angle. It worked once on a pic for another fandom, so I decided to try it again. Using an image of Joe from episode 104 (when he's lying on the floor looking backwards/upside down) at the screen showing the God Phoenix approaching, I gave it a shot...
Having seen the original recently you did a great job.
Thanks! I'm pretty happy with it. I just love his half lidded eyes in this one...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 15 Dec 2014 06:36
These are looking more and more like actual screenshots...
Because I haven't been able to string more than a couple of words together since I got home from work today...
Came out better than I thought it would - especially since drawing helmets leaves me with GAH! moments...
Came out better than I thought it would - especially since drawing helmets leaves me with GAH! moments...
Nicely done, Mylari. Keep up the good work
Yay! The helmet turned out great! 
Really like that one from Ep#104, mylari! Well done!
As for the second one, I agree with Springie--the helmet is is great and I really ike how the birdrang came out. That whole body pose is at an odd angle--tough to draw--good work!
Thanks everyone I'm pretty pleased overall and the continued improvements I'm seeing as my confidence level grows.
I have two more images so far tonight, one that I am happy with, one not as much...
First the not so much - Joe at the doctor's office - interesting note: Joe has the distinct honor of being the first one I drew nipples on.
The angle on this one was hard to get right, I obviously need to practice this kind of angle some more, but it's a start.
Then I decided to try a multiple character shot including someone I've never drawn before. Had some positive results with one I did like this last night for another fandom. I think this one came out pretty well. Interesting note for this one: I've never drawn G-5 before and this was the first time I drew G-2 from behind...
I'm pretty pleased overall and the continued improvements I'm seeing as my confidence level grows.
I have two more images so far tonight, one that I am happy with, one not as much...
First the not so much - Joe at the doctor's office - interesting note: Joe has the distinct honor of being the first one I drew nipples on.
The angle on this one was hard to get right, I obviously need to practice this kind of angle some more, but it's a start.
Then I decided to try a multiple character shot including someone I've never drawn before. Had some positive results with one I did like this last night for another fandom. I think this one came out pretty well. Interesting note for this one: I've never drawn G-5 before and this was the first time I drew G-2 from behind...
You broke the nipple barrier! Congrats! It took me forever to do that!
Love the second pic, too...that's a great shot. I love that you drew Ryu! Great work!
Thanks! I kinda giggled when I realized that this means Joe was my first
I do like the second picture. I was really happy with how Ryu turned out especially since I'd never drawn him before and I was going to have to draw his hands. LOL I recently got the Gatchaman box set 
so I will have to start gathering new screen shots to work from 
I do like the second picture. I was really happy with how Ryu turned out especially since I'd never drawn him before and I was going to have to draw his hands. LOL I recently got the Gatchaman box set so I will have to start gathering new screen shots to work from
Nipplegate! For a difficult angle the first one came out pretty well. The 2nd is great, you did a good job on Ryu. I'm sure he appreciates the attention.
Got my first sketchbook last week and have been getting used to it (certainly a different feel than copy paper on a clipboard...)
Here's my first Gatch entry into the new sketchbook...
As you can tell, I've been playing with getting the hang of coloring and shading in pencil... Will try my colored pencils in the sketchbook soon...
As you can tell, I've been playing with getting the hang of coloring and shading in pencil... Will try my colored pencils in the sketchbook soon...
I really like this one. He looks so determined.
Thanks! Been trying to make the pictures in the sketchbook worthy of being in there... Hoping to have time to try a condor tonight...
Love it! The hair is especially nice...I love when it looks like you could run your fingers through it. Looking forward to seeing more pics from you!
OK, so at work and needed to take a break and draw - a girl can only deal with spreadsheets for so many hours straight (and I *LIKE* spreadsheets). Not sure why, but had the urge to try something completely new - someone I had NEVER drawn before and no real pencils at work. Just the silly plastic pop-a-point ones where you pull the plastic piece out when the lead gets dull and shove it in the back of the pencil to force a new one out. I really don't like drawing with these - no control over sharpness or anything (and yes, some cheese and maybe a little chocolate would probably go really well with this whine...)
Anyway... this whole idea had disaster written all over it, but did I let that stop me - course not *lol*
So here is my rather lackluster first attempt at Nambu...
probably won't have much time to draw at home until Thursday or Friday so there could be more random nonsense like this in the next few days...
probably won't have much time to draw at home until Thursday or Friday so there could be more random nonsense like this in the next few days...
I think it turned out nicely! My early attempts make him more like John Lennon rather than Nambu. What a great way to take a stress relieving break from work...and we benefit!
Heh - I have one of Joe on the beach that I have tried a number of times, but I always think he ends up looking like Gene Simmons...
If I can find a copy from work I'll add it to this post. If not I'll add him to the thread later in the week...
Found him - in color even (note that this is from October, so I might have to try again and see if I can actually make him look like Joe)
Your Nambu came out great! And don't stress about the sketchbook, you don't want to not enjoy drawing anymore because you think you should only be doing "Worthy" things.
Lol! I guess it is just part of the journey...I've made many pictures that made me crack up and then just discarded them afterward.
Thanks I'm not stressing, more just always trying to do my best work in there. Kinda trying to be more focused I guess... But I'm still having fun with it (and I'm sure once the newness wears off I'll be all over the place in the sketchbook).
I just tend to get anal about books - I could never even write my name in them as a kid... Have to keep reminding myself that this is just another kind of coloring book...
I'm not stressing, more just always trying to do my best work in there. Kinda trying to be more focused I guess... But I'm still having fun with it (and I'm sure once the newness wears off I'll be all over the place in the sketchbook).
I just tend to get anal about books - I could never even write my name in them as a kid... Have to keep reminding myself that this is just another kind of coloring book...
ROFL - I know... I just have this thing about treatment of books... Ever since I was really little. Hated writing in school workbooks too... I'll let go eventually lol... Or erase... A lot...
I'm the same way, when I was younger I'd read books in a way that I tried to avoid cracking the spine.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Dec 2014 14:58
Originally posted by ChrisW I'm the same way, when I was younger I'd read books in a way that I tried to avoid cracking the spine.If you looked at my textbooks when I was in grade and high school, you would've thought I was a slacker who just tossed my books in my locker at the beginning of the year and didn't take them out until the end of the year -- they were spotless.
Glad I'm not the only one who treats books like that... I really am working on not being that way with the sketchbook... Gonna take a little while though - experiments may come slowly through that medium...
Anyway, I was trying to decide what to sketch when I took a break today (I had an idea, but didn't have the right references easily available or the amount of time it would likely take to get the image the way I want it) so I put out a call on FB & twitter for suggestions. Chris suggested Sosai X and since I've taken up drawing in the Gatch world, I've found him to be a rather interesting visual. So...
Apparently I had a handful of colored pencils hiding in a desk drawer here at work (either my kiddo or someone else's must have left me a present at some point in the last decade) so I was able to add color this time...
Apparently I had a handful of colored pencils hiding in a desk drawer here at work (either my kiddo or someone else's must have left me a present at some point in the last decade) so I was able to add color this time...
Cool drawing. Maybe someone used the pencils to color code a spreadsheet they were marking up. I do that alot when I'm trying to mark discrepancies that need investigation.
I take very good care of books too. I have a hard time even with coloring books. One trick I've found that helps is to a have a duplicate of the book that I leave alone. That gives me permission to mess up the other one since I know I have a good one put up. Maybe its the perfectionist in me that does that.
I have a color printer, so I don't have much reason to color on spreadsheets by hand. Found a couple of kiddo's old pictures here too, so pretty sure he just left them for the next time years ago. We have kids in the office all the time around here.
At my old job I kept a box of crayons and a coloring book for such occasions. Came in handy a few times.
The big blue chicken lives! Well done, Mylari. It's funny, I never realized that X looks kind of bird-like until other people pointed it out. I didn't translate the beak thing into 3D somehow.
It's funny, I never realized that X looks kind of bird-like until other people pointed it out. I didn't translate the beak thing into 3D somehow.
For my final sketch of 2014... The condor... This is just a first draft so to speak - need to work on shading and a few corrections tomorrow.
Happy New Year everyone...
Happy New Year everyone...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 31 Dec 2014 17:02
Ditto!
Love it Mylari! Hope you have a great new year too
Worked on the corrections and some shading on the Condor.
Still see things I'd like to fix, but won't because I know I'm just being too fussy. Besides, I have other pictures I want to try too....
Still see things I'd like to fix, but won't because I know I'm just being too fussy. Besides, I have other pictures I want to try too....
Nice work! I love the soft shading!
No idea why, but found that I just *had* to try this disguise picture...
It's on the "to be colored" list... hopefully I won't screw it up in the process
That's really great! Looks just like the screenshot! That "disguise" always cracked me up. I wonder if he looks like his father?
The mustache is what kills me. Well that and the sunglasses... LOL
The disguise certainly makes him look different, but he's still recognisable to us.
Excellent work Mylari
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 10 Jan 2015 05:29
Originally posted by Springie I wonder if he looks like his father?According to some of the older residents, Joe was practically the spitting image of his dad -- that's how he ended up getting Galactor's attention in spite of the disguise.
Maybe that's where that thought came from...it has been a long time since I watched that episode...thanks, EW...
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 10 Jan 2015 16:57
The mustache is horrible! But it's exactly like it is in the show...
Colored the sketch of Joe, not sure what I'm going to color or draw next...
Good job. You sound like the start of a cheesy "I'm insane!" commercial ... who knows what you'll do next!
You sound like the start of a cheesy "I'm insane!" commercial ... who knows what you'll do next!
I kinda feel like one of those commercials some days...
Anyway - colored the sketch of Ken...
Now I'm entering an awkward phase - starting to get a little bored of just drawing and coloring from screen caps, but too easily frustrated with doing completely original stuff.
Now I'm entering an awkward phase - starting to get a little bored of just drawing and coloring from screen caps, but too easily frustrated with doing completely original stuff.
The more I look at this one the more I like it. Growing pains are never fun, you'll work through it!
Growing pains are never fun, you'll work through it!
You can do it! I think you are getting their characteristics down...so that's why you are feeling the need to branch out. FWIW, I thought you did really well "branching out" with your GAM submission! Go, Mylari, Go!
Thanks guys. I'm sure this is all in my head (and a few other things I am dealing with aren't helping). I know I'll get through this. Just getting to this point for me is pretty amazing
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Jan 2015 00:21
Mylari, I was wondering -- have you tried picking a story and then created an illustration or two? I was struck by the thought that, if you stepped away from doing screen shots but had a situation where you didn't have to generate the scenario, you could create some pics that didn't annoy you as much...
This is just an out-of-the blue thought, so do with it whatever you see fit...
EW,
Actually, that's sort of what I've gotten myself frustrated with. The GAM image only gave me a few fits (mostly from forgetting to remove the background from one piece). The piece that has me struggling right now is for another fandom & I know what I want to draw, just having a few issues getting from my head to the paper.
I think right now I just have so much going on from so many directions that I've stressed myself into a bit of a blocked state - writing isn't going the way it should and I couldn't even manage a decent screen shot yesterday. But, I have some ideas that I am hoping will help get me back on track...
I know that stress and depression can totally lock me up. It's happened enough times before. The best I can say is to be gentle and forgiving with yourself, as hard as that is. And yeah, keep experimenting and seeing what works. Sometimes it's good to take a break, but I understand the feeling that sometimes you're afraid that if you do, you'll never get started again. I've had that feeling more than once for sure.
What about someone giving you a scenario for a pic? Kinda like a writing prompt but for drawing? Just a thought....
As for stress and all that, yeah I hear you. Maybe a little break is in order? Maybe try and focus on something else for the time being? Or get outside for some exercise and fresh air? I find that helps a lot--being outside--and it also gets my creative juices flowing too. I hope you're feeling better soon! 
Thanks RB,
I actually spent some time at work (while doing a very monotonous task) thinking about what might be behind my block and I think I figured out what the problem is. I'm still working on trying to figure out the best way to get past it. I did manage to sketch something out quickly during my lunch break today without using any references and was pleasantly surprised, so maybe just recognizing the source of my problem was enough to start working past this.
Glad you seem to have zeroed in on the issue, mylari! Onward and upward!
First... I'm still working through the drawing issues... Did manage to get this one out on a scrap of paper at work on Monday...
It's the first thing I didn't have the immediate urge to crumple and toss out in about a week...
Then tonight was all about coloring...
It's the first thing I didn't have the immediate urge to crumple and toss out in about a week...
Then tonight was all about coloring...
Looks like you've got it all worked out to me! Those are both really great! I see lots of improvement! Way to go!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Jan 2015 08:14
Wow, you've really improved dramatically in such a short time, Mylari!
Thanks I've noticed that I've started looking at things differently in the last couple of months. I notice shapes, lines and shading in ways I never really did before. I've become more visually aware of certain details of the world that I took for granted before. Still working on teaching my mind's eye to give proper instructions to my hand though
I've noticed that I've started looking at things differently in the last couple of months. I notice shapes, lines and shading in ways I never really did before. I've become more visually aware of certain details of the world that I took for granted before. Still working on teaching my mind's eye to give proper instructions to my hand though
The hand-eye thing always seems to come last. I love your use of colors in this one!
I love your use of colors in this one!
and the coloring continues. Let a friend pick one of my uncolored sketches for me to color and this was her choice
tried a new coloring technique and am pretty happy with the results.
tried a new coloring technique and am pretty happy with the results.
Great work! I love the sky and the bricks...blending tool?
Heh tons of layers, smudging, and different sizes/shapes/opacities of brushes. There was a lot of experimenting involved in this one, but found some things that worked for me. Remembering exactly what they were next time I want to use them will be the real challenge...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jan 2015 05:58
Originally posted by mylari Remembering exactly what they were next time I want to use them will be the real challenge...WHAT?! You don't have a film crew documenting everything?!?! Shocking!
Originally posted by ElectricWhite You don't have a film crew documenting everything?!?!See? I knew I was forgetting to do something...
You're really developing a distinctive style.
Felt like trying someone new tonight...
Took a few starts to figure out how to actually get started on him... Once I found my start point, he wasn't too bad...
Took a few starts to figure out how to actually get started on him... Once I found my start point, he wasn't too bad...
I think he looks right on model! Way to go!
and what I think is my new favorite Joe sketch...
Really great! Is this where he tells Ken to take the G2?
My, mylari, you have been busy. They are both great pics though.
Chris - LOL, I can imagine RI admiring himself like that too
Great work mylari! Those are awesome!
CW: Love that photo! It's perfect! LOL.
CW: Love that photo! It's perfect! LOL.
Thanks everyone - I'm happy with these too!
Springie - I didn't do the screen grab myself, but when I looked to see where I got it from, it appears to be Joe getting up after shooting Alan in "Duel on Galator Island". I just thought it was an interesting angle and one of the better Joe images I'd seen.
I like the angle, too! It turned out great!
And sometimes I have to draw "things" instead of people...
Wow! That's really great!
And I decided to color the Red Impulse sketch. At some point once I color the G-1, I'll combine the images and have it flying in the background...
Still playing with different methods of coloring and inking... I might be starting to get the hang of this...
Still playing with different methods of coloring and inking... I might be starting to get the hang of this...
Looks great! I really like the way you put the shine on his glasses!
wow, excellent work on the G-1, Mylari, and I wouldn't have believed it was possible for the RI pic to look so much better in colour, since the original was awesome to start with!
Originally posted by ChrisW I can feel the overconfidence from here!As a friend of mine says "If you can do it - it ain't braggin'!" Nice work Mylari!
Thank you everyone! I've been exploring and experimenting some more with my coloring app (man I love undo) and finding new toys and effects to play with. Plan on doing some more coloring soon and I have an idea to try for my Feb Gatch-a-Month challenge...
Hooray! I'm so excited to see what you do next! Speaking of the challenge, it's time for me to make my Feb. Post...I'll get on that...
I haven't got a clue of what I'm gonna do yet for Feb ... well, I do have a slight idea, we'll see if I choose it.
And here's the G-1 in color. I'll combine it with the RI picture and share that next...
Really nice! How did you make the motion on the props? Is that the smidge tool...or something different?
Thanks Springie. Actually I figured it out by accident and a lot of trial and error. I used the same brush that I used for the cockpit reflection and the reflection in RI's visor (It basically does 3 parallel lines). I used it in combination with the circle tool and overlapped the circles and had some of them slightly off from the others. Then I used one of my smudge tools to blur it up a bit. Then I used an eraser tool to cut some wedges from what now looked like a record. Then I used a stronger smudge tool with the circle tool again to resmudge out the rest of the lines and any sharp edges from the erasing. I was really surprised at how well it worked! Then I kept the prop as its own layer so I could shift or resize it until I liked how it fit with the rest of the plane.
It turned out great...you are really getting the hang of it quickly!
And since I was on a coloring kick I decided to try my newest Joe sketch, though I was terrified I was going to lose something in the process... I think it turned out really well though.
wow, wow and wow!
didn't understand a word of your explanation, (c'mon, it's first thing Monday morning here!) but I'm certainly enjoying the results!
Looks really good! Way to go!
Thanks! Realized last night that I forgot to add the light reflection in his eyes. Drove me nuts all day, but I fixed it in the copy that is on my website and that I used for an avatar. Not gonna re-upload everywhere else though. Now I need to draw a Ken that I like as much as this Joe...
And Ken.... Think I really like this one... let's see what happens when I attempt coloring
Really nice work! You have the symmetry and scale down perfectly!
I often struggle with scale...making the head too big or the arms too small...thank goodness for Photoshop, so I can try to fix it when I notice it!
It's going to look great colored!
Awww thanks - did a lot of erasing trying to get his face shape/jawline right. And you wouldn't know it, but I had started a completely different picture that I FUBARed so bad that I erased the whole thing *lol*
You were meant to fubar the first one so you could do this one!
colored Ken last night, but wasn't quite happy with how it came out so I tried again tonight.
It turned out really nice, Mylari! I love all of the subtle coloring/shading details...they really add a lot!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 12 Feb 2015 05:57
He looks great! 
Thanks - I keep experimenting with new brushes/textures/techniques
I've learned so much about drawing/coloring etc in the last 6 months or so!
I've learned so much about drawing/coloring etc in the last 6 months or so!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Feb 2015 14:39
Chris -- something up your alley?
Not sure I have any specific captions in mind yet... Though he seems surprised.... Would love to hear what everyone comes up with
Started to color the post alley fight pictures by experimenting with hair...
Nice texture!
Finished coloring Joe... still experimenting with new techniques and textures...
May try Ken next... still trying to work out my Feb image...
May try Ken next... still trying to work out my Feb image...
You did a great job of making Joe look totally roughed up. Looking forward to the Ken version, and your Feb piece!
It came together nicely! Great work on the bruising!
So the muse and I had a bit of a falling out for a while, but we're working on a reconciliation...
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His face and helmet are a bit too narrow, but not bad for being out of practice. The part that I really can't explain though is that I wanted to draw the Eagle in civvies... Apparently the Condor had other ideas for me...
Great drawing! I especially love the way you did the helmet!
Apparently your muse was willing to partly reconcile but not without messing with you. That's awesome even if you hadn't been out of practice.
That's awesome even if you hadn't been out of practice.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 6 Apr 2015 11:18
He looks very intense!
Thanks everyone. Just glad he's on speaking terms with me again, even if he did mess with me on that last sketch. Maybe I'll see if he wants to color tonight.
So decided to see just how serious he was about a reconciliation and asked the muse if he wanted to color.
Then realized that I needed to re-learn inking (pretty sure this isn't the same method I used before, but I think it worked).
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Then once I did that, I had to remember how to color... Didn't do much in the way of shading, but am pretty happy with the visor effect...
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Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Apr 2015 06:10
He looks beautiful!
That turned out great, Mylari! I love the different thicknesses in the lines and the shine on the visor. Was the shine created with the pen tool? Just curious. I am working on learning how to use that tool more ( and it can be frustrating to work with).
Thanks guys!
Springie, I use the autodesk sketchbook app for iPad for coloring, so not sure if this will translate to other software, but there is a pen there (can't remember, but I think it's one of the texture tools maybe) that basically does a straight edge with a fade to one side. So I did one line with that, copied and flipped it, then lined it up like a mirror image to get fade on both sides with a bright centerline. I'm at work & on my phone now, but I'll take a look when I get home later and see if I can show you the tool I used.
Yep, I'm drawing again and even starting to branch out into original (aka non-screencap) images. A friend in another fandom wrote a fic involving competition swimming for a challenge I had issued. I ended up inspired to draw a couple of those characters in the swimwear she described and then decided that I needed to give our birdie boys a chance to pose in swimwear as well. I had been hoping to finish this one in time to make it the prompt for the Bradbury Jar this week, but I missed. (I usually sketch my pictures and then take a picture or scan of them and color it in my app, this time I sketched a few pieces and drew the rest directly in the app - turned out harder to do than I expected and took longer than I thought it would, but was a good learning experience anyway.)
So... after all that, here's Mark in his swimwear. I plan to attempt Jason next...
Love it! I think it is a great idea to do swimwear in anticipation of summer! He looks great, Mylari! 
A great piece of work, Mylari. I love the Gatch symbols on his trunks 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 28 Apr 2015 06:04
Very nice! But the Phoenix symbols need to be pointing at a 45 degree angle. 
ROFL! You have no idea how many things I considered and decided against for the suit design... 
So... since I worked on Jason's swimsuit sketch last night, I've been contemplating his suit's motif... As Chris and KT can attest, Mylari's brain can be a scary place to visit in light of some of the other swimwear sketch ideas that I've had (and swore I most likely would not do, though I'm actually terrifyingly intrigued to try them anyway so they may or may not ever happen and see the light of day).
Anyway, back to the point... was thinking of Jason and his swimsuit and trying to decide if it should be merely a color variant of Mark's or something a little different. And while sitting eating lunch at work, the urge to draw was too strong to resist... So, I played with trying to sketch some feather darts/shiruken...
wheee....
wheee....
Now I'm thinking they could be strategically placed on Joe's swimsuit...... 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Apr 2015 06:10
Originally posted by KT1972 Now I'm thinking they could be strategically placed on Joe's swimsuit......Funny.... strategically placed, I was thinking that they could *be* Jason's swimsuit!
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Funny.... strategically placed, I was thinking that they could *be* Jason's swimsuit!Hmmm.... Considering revisions now...
Jason and I need to have a talk after I finish my homework later tonight...
I was able to convince Jason to pose in his G-Force inspired swimsuit...
Love the feathers! And Joe is looking good- this swimsuit is much more "sedate" than the other version!
Heh thanks now I need to practice drawing hands...
now I need to practice drawing hands...
yeah, Joe certainly does look good, so pleased he was happy to pose for you. Keep up the good work!
So after drawing the boys in their swimwear I ended up combining them with the Voltron boys I did and adding a silly crowd background... In case anyone is interested in the group shot...
I've been trying to challenge myself a little more and branch out from just copying screen shots so I had recently done a picture of Voltron's Captain Keith wearing Mark's #1 T-shirt. I figured fair's fair and let Mark try on Keith's shirt.
But it kinda looks like Mark is wearing a racing firesuit. Maybe Jason should have gotten Keith's shirt. Mark would probably look better in Lance's leather jacket... Guess I have more drawing to do...
But it kinda looks like Mark is wearing a racing firesuit. Maybe Jason should have gotten Keith's shirt. Mark would probably look better in Lance's leather jacket... Guess I have more drawing to do...
Lol, now there's something to imagine, Not just Mark in Kieth's outfit, but taking over Jason's hobby too
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 20 May 2015 07:10
With the smirk on his face, Ken looks pleased to be sneaking off with Joe's racing suit!
Either he's thinking "I'm rocking this look" or "Now Galactor will never recognize me."
I've been a bit of a slacker lately... I'll chalk it up to my school workload, a full time job, getting kiddo through high school graduation, etc...
Now that the excuses are out there... I promised KT a Condor birthday picture back in February and then life happened (see above) and my muse and I had a minor misunderstanding (which has since been resolved *yay*).
Well, I have a short break right now as a pleasant side effect due to a family trip coming up soon and finally managed to get some art done.
Without further ado, here is KT's birthday pic... (I am so going to burn if the Condor has any say in my afterlife... First the feathers, now this...)
I'm thinking this one might not bother him nearly as much as the feathers. I know KT loved this birthday surprise!
I know KT loved this birthday surprise!
Well, he might be wearing the feathers inside the cake...
That being said, here is the picture I did for Chris's birthday (also belated, but only by about a month instead of almost 4)
That being said, here is the picture I did for Chris's birthday (also belated, but only by about a month instead of almost 4)
These are very nice! Mylari, you are doing so well with branching out doing new poses!
Condor Cake for Everyone
And we have Chris's Eagle to join in too, even better 
BTW, I would LOVE to know what the Condor is wearing inside the cake, but I guess we won't know until it's all eaten up
Thanks everyone - so happy these went over well. Working on GAM for June and woke up with another idea that I want to try as a surprise for someone... Apparently the muse is all about art right now...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 17 Jun 2015 10:01
Originally posted by mylari Apparently the muse is all about art right now...Hey, there's nothing wrong with that!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Jun 2015 10:09
I love those birthday pictures! Joe's cake is definitely begging to be eaten.
Thanks! Maybe I should draw some forks next lol...
working on coloring some older sketches today...
and as long as the Eagle had weapons out... colored this older sketch too...
and while I was at it, I colored this one too...
Been trying some new tricks and learned some new ways to do things in my drawing app, I think it's been fairly successful so far...
Been trying some new tricks and learned some new ways to do things in my drawing app, I think it's been fairly successful so far...
Amazing pics! Nice practice for hands, too!
Some of the fingers look a little like they've been pressed flat...but maybe would look rounder with shading (and/or curving some of the top lines). I am really impressed with your progress- keep up the great work!
Those hand shots came out fabulous Mylari!
Great work!
Great work!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 12 Jul 2015 15:54
Nice Mylari!
Thanks everyone! I've discovered some new tricks in my drawing app, so I used these older sketches to experiment with. I can't believe that it's been about a year since my first sketch. It's been a great learning experience and I am really enjoying the journey so far.
Well it was bound to happen sooner or later... This little nestling is trying to flap her wings...
At work yesterday I decided that I will no longer use references when I sketch at lunchtime... So I decided to try the Eagle
Pleased, shocked, amazed at how well it came out since I sometimes struggle with some of the details even with a reference pic...
I liked it enough to color it after I finished my homework
Pleased, shocked, amazed at how well it came out since I sometimes struggle with some of the details even with a reference pic...
I liked it enough to color it after I finished my homework
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 14 Jul 2015 17:36
Originally posted by mylari Well it was bound to happen sooner or later... This little nestling is trying to flap her wings......But, unlike many others, this fledgling didn't go crashing to the ground below!
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteAww... I'm fluttering for sureOriginally posted by mylari Well it was bound to happen sooner or later... This little nestling is trying to flap her wings......But, unlike many others, this fledgling didn't go crashing to the ground below!
Now to find an updraft...
Wow!! That turned out great! I am so happy to see you "spreading your wings"!
and managed to pull off this Condor at work today without using references...
liked him so much, I colored him...
liked him so much, I colored him...
went back to some screen shot copying again... still deciding on my next gift pic... think I have the victim, I mean recipient chosen...
in the meantime, here are my latest two. One Eagle
and one Condor
and one Condor
Love those Mylari. Think they are my favorites so far!
Oh I really love the Condor pic.... I can imagine him telling those goons to "Bring it on" 
Thanks I won't tell you how many false starts I had with that condor... Was worth it in the end though
I won't tell you how many false starts I had with that condor... Was worth it in the end though
You just keep getting better and better! The details are great in these! The Condor one is my fav, too.. Looks like the screenshot you used was from one of the end episodes ( where he looked especially nice). Way to go!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 27 Jul 2015 10:16
Damn, you keep blowing your previous works out of the water! 
Both of those came out great!!! Wow, you've come a long way.
Thanks! now I just have to work on consistency... I have a couple of sketches I did at work today that I will post when I get home later. One is of the swan, the other, hand practice...
now I just have to work on consistency... I have a couple of sketches I did at work today that I will post when I get home later. One is of the swan, the other, hand practice...
Today was one of those days where I really wasn't very motivated to get any work done, so once I did what I had to do, I took some time to sketch a bit...
First, the Swan
then hand practice
then hand practice
That's a lovely Jun and you're improving at hands.
Wow! Both of those are really nice! Well done!
Love the eyes on the Jun drawing!
And you did a great job on the hands. They're so hard to do!
And you did a great job on the hands. They're so hard to do!
Thanks everyone I was really happy with these pics too.
RB - I agree, her eyes just keep drawing me back to that image. I need to get green refills for my pencil so I can do them in color.
I was really happy with these pics too.
RB - I agree, her eyes just keep drawing me back to that image. I need to get green refills for my pencil so I can do them in color.
So today all the bosses flew 1000 miles away and won't be back in the office until Monday. You know what happens when the cat's away...
Uh oh, something has not gone well ... (but your drawing has)
Day two of three with no bosses in the office... Whee
Experimented with pencils some more. Trying new ways to color/shade/imply color and well, found a blue and a red refill for my mechanical pencil, so I had to use them too...
I realized after I colored her shirt that I forgot to number it, but it was too late to even consider doing anything about it.
Experimented with pencils some more. Trying new ways to color/shade/imply color and well, found a blue and a red refill for my mechanical pencil, so I had to use them too...
I realized after I colored her shirt that I forgot to number it, but it was too late to even consider doing anything about it.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jul 2015 08:37
Still looks good! And, if you want an excse, you could say you left the number off in the spirit of the occasional production error that the show had! 
Agreed, EW. I think I got a screenshot of her wearing a #2 shirt somewhere, so yeah, those errors happened from time to time.
Very nice work, Mylari! I especially like the first Jun and those hands are very good ... soooo hard to do!
Oooo...nice surprised looks on both Joe and Jun! Great expressions!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Aug 2015 12:45
Mylari, I can really see the improvement, even from a month or two ago! These latest drawings look terrific!
Hola!
I'm so thrill to see that there are wonderful artist around....Mylari you are great!
The last drawing from Joe is amazing!!! Thank you for sharing.....
Aw... Thanks everyone. I've been practicing a lot lately and can feel the difference. Glad it's visibly noticeable too! Right now I'm working on consistency.. Between this and my other fandoms I have a lot of great artists to support and inspire me to keep working at it.
Glad it's visibly noticeable too! Right now I'm working on consistency.. Between this and my other fandoms I have a lot of great artists to support and inspire me to keep working at it.
Yup, I'm at it again. The muses have been very insistent that they want nothing to do with writing (even though they keep feeding me pieces of story ideas). I think they might be addicted to the smell of pencil lead right now... So I am going wherever they decide to take me for now, which with 3 different fandoms/character sets now, can be interesting at times. The last few days have been about drawing in the Thunderbirds 2086 and Voltron realms (you can find those pics on my dA page and website if you're interested at all), but today it was Joe's turn again. Thankfully there are times at work when I get fit some drawing in too...
Now, I don't think I really captured the screen image I was working from, but I'm still happy with the overall result.
Eventually I will try coloring some of these, but for now at least, it's all about the pencil(s)...
Now, I don't think I really captured the screen image I was working from, but I'm still happy with the overall result.
Eventually I will try coloring some of these, but for now at least, it's all about the pencil(s)...
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Hola!
Looks you were really inspired, it's great! Thanks for sharing!
Really good! If you made his mouth a bit wider you'd have it down cold. (Since you felt you didn't capture the screen image, that's just my guess as to why. Mostly because I've done the same thing before!)
(Since you felt you didn't capture the screen image, that's just my guess as to why. Mostly because I've done the same thing before!)
Thanks everyone!
Chris, I did realize that the mouth was a bit too small when I decided that I needed to stop & actually do work lol, but I was thinking more that I didn't have the right expression on him. No matter what, I still really like how this one turned out
His eyes and hair and stuff look great, you have lots of reasons to be happy with that drawing.
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 6 Aug 2015 05:59
Looks great!
trying to branch out and spend some time with characters other than the Condor and Eagle (though really can you blame me for letting them monopolize my attention?)
Great work, as always Mylari. So, are we going to see you branch out with the rest of the team then? I'd love to see your version of the Swallow and Owl, or even Katse and a goon.
You know you can do it
Amazing! Love both the Condor and the swan! You've really captured their looks well! 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Aug 2015 07:43
They look great, Mylari! You've really captured their expressions and emotions!
Aw, shucks... Thank you everyone! 
Lately I've been finding sketching to be the one thing keeping me settled more or less. Life with a nearly 18 year old who is about to enter college while finishing up a degree of my own has been fairly stressful lately...
Here's my latest piece of work break time sketching... It was time to try a profile since I've rarely been brave enough to attempt them...
Lately I've been finding sketching to be the one thing keeping me settled more or less. Life with a nearly 18 year old who is about to enter college while finishing up a degree of my own has been fairly stressful lately...
Here's my latest piece of work break time sketching... It was time to try a profile since I've rarely been brave enough to attempt them...
Well I don't think you can say that you suck at profiles anymore!
And yet another Condor because Redbird suggested I give her avatar a try...
Considering how much I tend to struggle with helmets most of the time, really happy with how this turned out!
Considering how much I tend to struggle with helmets most of the time, really happy with how this turned out!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 8 Aug 2015 16:43
It just blows me away how you've progressed over the last month or so!
I'd never have guessed you have problems with helmets.
Originally posted by mylari Considering how much I tend to struggle with helmets most of the time, really happy with how this turned out!And you should be!
Thanks! You guys are the best cheerleaders!!
Since I've done so many Condors lately and I'm an Eagle girl (though I do like the Condor a lot too), it was time to bring the Eagle in on the fun...
Since I've done so many Condors lately and I'm an Eagle girl (though I do like the Condor a lot too), it was time to bring the Eagle in on the fun...
That looks a lot like some of the promo materials. Great job.
And another Condor...
Redbird - I blame you for this recent spate of Condors....
*goes looking for Eagle pics to work on*
Redbird - I blame you for this recent spate of Condors....
*goes looking for Eagle pics to work on*
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 11 Aug 2015 05:25
These are all very good! They're also poking at me to get my own sketchbooks back out, too.
Just amazing!!! I get so excited every time I see you do something new! And I am even more excited that it is inspiring msann to start drawing again!
I have had no time for myself lately, but I should have some time off in a couple of weeks. I plan to do some "art therapy" soon, too!
msannomalley
Forum God
posted 11 Aug 2015 07:14
Originally posted by Springie Just amazing!!! I get so excited every time I see you do something new! And I am even more excited that it is inspiring msann to start drawing again! I have had no time for myself lately, but I should have some time off in a couple of weeks. I plan to do some "art therapy" soon, too!I've been wanting to draw, since writing kind of stalled, but I have to make myself get the sketchbook out and just practice. I also want to get into colored pencils, too.
Yay for more drawing! Love this Condor and can't wait for the next Eagle.
Ooh, I like the Eagle one! Very nice. And I agree it does remind me of the promo shots! :0
("Spate of Condors"....is that like a "murder of crows"? ,etc?)
Originally posted by mylari And another Condor... Redbird - I blame you for this recent spate of Condors....Moi? Again? LOL. I'll gladly take the blame for it!
("Spate of Condors"....is that like a "murder of crows"? ,etc?)
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 13 Aug 2015 13:26
Originally posted by Redbird ("Spate of Condors"....is that like a "murder of crows"? ,etc?)I don't know...but a "Spate of Condors" sounds much safer than a "Spite of the Condor"!
Thanks everyone, the muses have been pretty kind lately
I'm glad that you're all enjoying my scribbles. I look forward to see what everyone else draws too
I have no idea what a group of condors is called, but I'd certainly fear the Spite of the Condor, though I think I've risked it a few times with some of the pictures I've featured him in...
I'm glad that you're all enjoying my scribbles. I look forward to see what everyone else draws too
I have no idea what a group of condors is called, but I'd certainly fear the Spite of the Condor, though I think I've risked it a few times with some of the pictures I've featured him in...
The collective noun for Condors is a Condo, or A scarcity of Californian Condors. (Thanks google)
heh a condo of condors... that inspires an image in my head... will take a while, but will see if I can pull it off one of these days...
In the meantime, I felt the need to pay some more attention to the Eagle after all the Condor pics... And the Swan decided to drop in too... Not my best work, but far from my worst either so...
The Eagle can always use more attention. *grin* Would love to know the reason the Swan has that look on her face!
And more Eagle tonight... this one happened fairly quickly....
All of these are great and I love seeing the Eagle and Swan together! You are really getting those profiles down, too! 
Originally posted by mylari heh a condo of condors... that inspires an image in my head... will take a while, but will see if I can pull it off one of these days...I'll help! It evokes these images Mylari
:
And because this is a Condor post we need these: 
and 
Oh and good work on the pictures are usual!
LOL, thanks
Been busy with school recently and a minor cold, but had the urge to keep working on expanding my cast of characters, so...
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Been busy with school recently and a minor cold, but had the urge to keep working on expanding my cast of characters, so...
Not sure I've ever seen him so happy washing dishes.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Aug 2015 18:55
Originally posted by ChrisW Not sure I've ever seen him so happy washing dishes.He must have avoided a harsh punishment!
Lol...he's probably teasing his sister!
You picked a great moment to capture! Love the smug look on his face!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 19 Aug 2015 07:26
Those look great! You've really captured Tatsunoko's art style!
Originally posted by ChrisW Not sure I've ever seen him so happy washing dishes.Seriously! LOL. Wonderful work Mylari. Nice to see you branching out to other characters as well!
Thanks everyone! I've picked up some erasable colored pencils to try, but I have to get used to them in order to use them to actually draw with instead of just coloring... I probably should spend some time practicing my digital coloring too, but I'm thinking of replacing my stylus so I might wait until I make a decision there since different ones make the process "feel" different.
Ok so, normally, I wouldn't do this... But I'm in a really good mood tonight, so...
I was sketching another condor pic earlier today and it was going just fine for the most part. When I finished the initial rough sketch, I realized that I didn't make his face long enough, but decided it wasn't bad despite that. Then I decided to try and experiment and color it with my new colored pencils... Let's just say that they don't have as fine a point as I am used to and I'm going to need to practice a bit more to get the hang of retaining the original picture/lines when I do use them. That being said, my passable condor had changed when I finished coloring and became...
Harrison Ford as.... Condor Joe!
Figured I'd share for the laugh...
Figured I'd share for the laugh...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Aug 2015 19:39
Well, if your muses ever switch to writing, you could have an AU where this is possible!
You know, I like the idea of Harrison Ford as a Condor fan!!
You know, I like the idea of Harrison Ford as a Condor fan!!
Haha! Love it! I can totally see Harrison Ford as the Condor!
We should petition for him to cosplay as an older, retired Condor.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 21 Aug 2015 20:11
Originally posted by ChrisW We should petition for him to cosplay as an older, retired Condor.And Carrie Fisher as the Swan?
too funny... The cast of Star Wars cosplaying Gatch... LOL
Here's another one for tonight...
I'd been fighting with some profiles because the heads were tilted and I was unintentionally sabotaging myself. I figured out what I was doing wrong, but was too frustrated by that time to try to figure out how not to do it, so decided to move on to a completely different image instead. Seems to have worked.
I'd been fighting with some profiles because the heads were tilted and I was unintentionally sabotaging myself. I figured out what I was doing wrong, but was too frustrated by that time to try to figure out how not to do it, so decided to move on to a completely different image instead. Seems to have worked.
Cute Swallow!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 22 Aug 2015 09:20
I can see that Jinpei is aghast at the thought of the STar Wars cast in Gatchaman uniforms!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Aug 2015 10:16
Originally posted by Transmute Jun I can see that Jinpei is aghast at the thought of the STar Wars cast in Gatchaman uniforms!He probably doesn't like the thought of the kid from The Phantom Menace as the Swallow!
so I have this horrible tendency when I draw tilted heads. I tend to untilt them partway through the image resulting in all kinds of weirdness. Finally figured out what I was doing to cause it and managed to overcome it at least once..
You have surpassed yourself this time!! Excellent work
I saw this over at DA...and it looks just like the screenshot...way to go!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 22 Aug 2015 17:51
You're really rockin' it this time, Mylari! 
and since I promised KT and RB a condor image when we were in chat earlier...
You are on a roll! Super work!!
Thanks!
RB, I was actually looking at some old stuff in my dA account recently (I'm getting ready to do a purge on all the paper images I have around here and was sort of doing an inventory) and I realized the difference a year has made. Practice has really helped, along with taking a break from screen captures to try to draw without them and then coming back and working from them again.
RB, I was actually looking at some old stuff in my dA account recently (I'm getting ready to do a purge on all the paper images I have around here and was sort of doing an inventory) and I realized the difference a year has made. Practice has really helped, along with taking a break from screen captures to try to draw without them and then coming back and working from them again.
So, I've been wanting to do this picture for ages and ages. I have tons of half attempts, failed attempts, and just plain messes to prove it. Finally got one that fit on the page and doesn't look half bad!
oooh, great one Mylari, You can just see Jun chatting away to Ken, and Joe's sat thinking "Will she just shut up already!"
LOL. "Bird-Whip" episode!
Great job Mylari!
That's such a fun scene, and you've captured it nicely!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 26 Aug 2015 08:43
Poor Jun! The guys don't seem to want her company....
I dunno, I think Jun looks like she's pondering what she could get away with.
And since Redbird and KT seem to have invaded my head...
Another Condor pic...
This has to be one of my all time favorite condor poses!
This has to be one of my all time favorite condor poses!
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Aug 2015 20:07
...And you've done a fine job with it!
I love that pose, it's one of my favorites.
I agree...I love that pose, too....I always loved their landing poses! Nice one, Mylari!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 30 Aug 2015 08:11
He looks like he's going to pop out of the page!
Thanks everyone! He was a fun one to work on. I'd been wanting to try it for a while, finally got brave enough last night!
Got to the last page of my sketchbook so decided to close it out with the Eagle.
Good thing I have more sketchbooks around so I can keep going...
Good thing I have more sketchbooks around so I can keep going...
Nice work! I'm glad you have more sketchbooks, too!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 3 Sep 2015 06:05
He's certainly suspicious of something!
a couple of great pics Mylari, totally love the Condor, and the Eagle certainly looks like he has his eye on someone!
So, I'd been thinking about replacing my stylus with the new model for a while now. Was at the store the other day and followed an impulse to see if they had it in stock. Next thing I know, I'm bringing it home... It's exactly like the old one except completely different at the same time. Hard to explain, but it's like starting over even as it's like something I've been using for a while. Still in the learning curve period so, getting used to the alignment and different nib on it. Decided that I'd try to color the "heroic condor" in his landing pose as my first experiment. It came out pretty well all things considered. Over time, I'm sure I'll get used to this stylus and my coloring will improve as a result.
Really nice! You are making me want to go out and buy a stylus! I've never tried it before, but the results look great!
oooh great work Mylari, I'm pleased the new stylus is working out for you.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 11 Sep 2015 08:35
I love the way the color makes it pop!
Thanks everyone! The more I go back and look at this one, the more I do like the colored version. Now for the funny story... The reason I wanted to upgrade my stylus was that I was having a hard time finding replacement nibs for it. Was on the manufacturer website looking at something relating to the new stylus and found 2 kinds of nibs for the old one now available on their website... Guess I'll be able to keep both around so that I have a spare if I need it...
realized recently that I forgot to add visor glare to the Condor's helmet. While I was updating that, played with a little shading. Here's the new version:
Looking good! 
Lines are still a little wavery with the new stylus, but making progress and getting the feel of it...
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Sep 2015 18:55
Originally posted by KT1972 yay, looks great mylariDitto!
Very nice! Love the fish background, too!
Thanks everyone! I'm pretty happy with how it came out I used an actual screen capture from the DVD for the fish background, so those are genuine Gatch-fish!
I happened to have been in chat over at gatchfanfic with Chris and KT when I finished the image and gave them a "sneak peek". Then I sent Chris a copy of the original image and she put her own unique spin on it (with permission of course)... Here's to the diversity that makes this group so much fun!
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I used an actual screen capture from the DVD for the fish background, so those are genuine Gatch-fish!
I happened to have been in chat over at gatchfanfic with Chris and KT when I finished the image and gave them a "sneak peek". Then I sent Chris a copy of the original image and she put her own unique spin on it (with permission of course)... Here's to the diversity that makes this group so much fun!
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ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 18 Sep 2015 19:52
Yup, that's Chris, alright! 
*snicker* I said that they look like they wanna kiss but they know they'd just gouge each other with their visors.
Haha...Why am not surprised! This would make a great valentine's day card for yaoi fans!
LOL, yeah, typical Chris, eh?
Love the new background. And I see you've made the original copy your profile pic too Mylari! Great work!
ROTFL. Love both versions of the Ken & Joe pic.
The heart one makes me think there's gonna be a shuriken and birdrang duel at dawn or something.
The heart one makes me think there's gonna be a shuriken and birdrang duel at dawn or something.
Originally posted by Redbird ROTFL. Love both versions of the Ken & Joe pic.Over who gets to top? LOL
Originally posted by ChrisWOkay, quick show of hands -- how many saw that comment from Chris coming?Originally posted by Redbird ROTFL. Love both versions of the Ken & Joe pic.Over who gets to top? LOL
UnpublishedWriter
Gatchamaniac
posted 19 Sep 2015 14:30
Maybe they take turns?
Originally posted by UnpublishedWriter Maybe they take turns?That works for me.
Though I can see them competing somehow for who gets to do what sometimes when they're feeling really frisky. *grin*
Poor Mylari, hijacking her thread with smutty thoughts ...
Originally posted by ChrisWI'm afraid that's a risk we all take with you around, Chris. Gee, I can remember when TJ was the main source of smut! What the hell happened?Poor Mylari, hijacking her thread with smutty thoughts ...
Sorry that I missed your last few spectacular pictures, Mylari. They are wonderful!
I've sent you a PM.
Based on a suggestion by Redbird, Ken crying as Red Impulse sacrifices himself to save the world. Poor Ken only knew who his father was for moments before becoming an orphan again...
First in pencil
Then in color
Still need a lot of work on my coloring. I just can't get my lines smooth...
Then in color
Still need a lot of work on my coloring. I just can't get my lines smooth...
Getting smooth lines while digitally inking is something that takes sooo much practice. It's why I haven't been digitally inking anything for a while, I got pissed off the last time I tried to do it with my newer stylus! I love the pencil version and you did a great job on the visor on the colored version!
Both look great to me!
You've done a great job with both, Mylari.
Really good job on these Mylari!
I like them both, but I'm partial to the B&W one (not unusual for me. LOL).
I like them both, but I'm partial to the B&W one (not unusual for me. LOL).
Thanks, everyone! Digital is definitely a different drawing style. I have some ideas I want to try playing with, so maybe they will help me with the coloring.
While they are both very nice, I agree with Redbird ... for some reason, I just really like the B&W one ... there's a softness to it that just really seems to capture the raw feeling there. Well done!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 28 Sep 2015 14:49
I agree they're both wonderful.
I tend to like a lot of my pencil (b&w) images better too, I think it's because my lines are smoother and I have the ability to be more subtle with pencil on paper than I do digitally. But I keep learning new tricks and find new ideas to try, so it's all good.
After I finished Ken crying over his newfound father, I decided it was time to do another Red Impulse image. While I am not a huge fan of the character, I do find him fun to draw from time to time. I really liked the emotion that he showed in this scene, so I had to give it a try...
And since I had a red pencil handy at the time (I do have a few sets of colored pencils, but don't often have them right next to me when working), I decided to add a little color because I could...
And since I had a red pencil handy at the time (I do have a few sets of colored pencils, but don't often have them right next to me when working), I decided to add a little color because I could...
You really captured a tenderness in his expression.
Hola Mylari,
I love the image of Joe with his defensive pose......really nice one!
And the one of Ken crying is very moving. Definitely reflects his pain after loosing his father again.....
Well done!
Great work with showing the emotions in the RI piece, Mylari!!
The RI drawing is great too Mylari! Keep up the awesome work!
*As for the B&W images, I think it has to do with capturing detail and subtleties--I feel it's really hard to do that with color, and that color images sometimes "lose" something. Layering colors/, color variations/shades and stuff can be difficult....
*As for the B&W images, I think it has to do with capturing detail and subtleties--I feel it's really hard to do that with color, and that color images sometimes "lose" something. Layering colors/, color variations/shades and stuff can be difficult....
Thanks everyone! I think the fact that it's one of the few times you really get a glimpse behind RI's exterior persona is what drew me to try this one. You actually get a hint that he really does care for his son and might have second thoughts about the situation he ended up putting them both into.
Originally posted by Redbird *As for the B&W images, I think it has to do with capturing detail and subtleties--I feel it's really hard to do that with color, and that color images sometimes "lose" something. Layering colors/, color variations/shades and stuff can be difficult....That's a good way to describe it. With a pencil, I can change pressures, sharpness, and whether I use the point or the side of the pencil to create different blendings, shadings,and effects. Digital doesn't allow for that same degree of control, and especially when I am not using high end software and equipment. I'm using an iPad app, a decent one, but certainly nothing professional grade that would give me more tools and options. My son (who is highly artistic & has spent time studying art) has a decent drawing tablet and software, so I'm sure his results would blow mine out of the water. I've considered getting one for myself but can't really justify it yet. In the meantime I just keep playing around and exploring this newfound skill set that seems to have manifested in the past year and a half.
And we're all having much fun riding along with you.
SQUEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! I do believe you have done the drawing I love the most so far, Mylari! That's wonderful!
(and of course, this is just my completely unbiased opinion ... lol)
Originally posted by RIgirl SQUEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! I do believe you have done the drawing I love the most so far, Mylari! That's wonderful! (and of course, this is just my completely unbiased opinion ... lol)Uh huh.
Originally posted by RIgirl SQUEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! I do believe you have done the drawing I love the most so far, Mylari! That's wonderful! (and of course, this is just my completely unbiased opinion ... lol)So happy that you like it! I know I usually cater to the Condor/Eagle crowd since those are my favorites, but sometimes the other characters just call to me. I really love the emotion that RI shows in this scene, lets you get a chance to see the man under the persona for a change.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Sep 2015 17:11
Originally posted by ChrisWChris, what did you expect from someone called RIgirl? Total apathy?Originally posted by RIgirl SQUEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! I do believe you have done the drawing I love the most so far, Mylari! That's wonderful! (and of course, this is just my completely unbiased opinion ... lol)Uh huh.
Originally posted by ElectricWhiteYep we knew that one was coming! LOL.Originally posted by ChrisWChris, what did you expect from someone called RIgirl? Total apathy?Originally posted by RIgirl SQUEEEEEEEEEEEEEE! I do believe you have done the drawing I love the most so far, Mylari! That's wonderful! (and of course, this is just my completely unbiased opinion ... lol)Uh huh.
Um ... yeah ... okay, I know, I'm totally predictable ... but in my defense, there are not a lot of artists who draw fan art of Red Impulse, or any of its members, that isn't either silly or a jab at them, so for us (okay, okay, fine, for me 
) to see a picture that is done so well and with such feeling for the character, it is a little hard to remain .. um ... low key about it.
) to see a picture that is done so well and with such feeling for the character, it is a little hard to remain .. um ... low key about it.
RIgirl: It's totally cool. Many of us are predictable in our own ways! I can totally understand why you'd feel that way.
Many of us are predictable in our own ways! I can totally understand why you'd feel that way.
ElectricWhite
Gatchamaniac
posted 2 Oct 2015 18:04
Originally posted by ChrisW Many of us are predictable in our own ways!And who else knows about being predictable, right?
I sure don't know anything about being predictable!
Originally posted by ChrisW RIgirl: It's totally cool.Exactly! We totally understand!
Originally posted by ChrisW I sure don't know anything about being predictable!LOL.
Got frustrated with the new stylus (there is almost no friction/resistance so I am all over the ipad and wiggly as heck) so I pulled out the old one and decided to make sure it was a matter of learning how to use the new one and not just me... Here's the result. (I did play with a new shading technique that I kinda like )
Came to the conclusion that I just have no clue how to use the new stylus... I'll have to practice more...
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Came to the conclusion that I just have no clue how to use the new stylus... I'll have to practice more...
It's a good thing you figured out what the problem was...as if it could stop you from producing such good work!
Beautiful! It turned out perfectly! 
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 7 Oct 2015 13:13
I don't see a problem. It looks great to me!
Thanks everyone 😺 I really felt the difference by switching back to the old stylus. I felt a lot more confident in my lines and had tons more control. Needless to say, I'll most likely keep using it most of the time. When I have time I'll try to keep playing with the new one, but I just feel like I'm sliding around out of control with it still. I did realize that I managed to delete a layer from the image so I'll probably fix it so it stops bugging me, but will only likely replace the file on my website.
Good stuff Mylari! You keep getting better and better!
So the gift fairy was at it again. This time Redbird got a surprise.
First the original pencil version:
and then the colored version:
I still need to work on proportions and things, and tried to fix things from the pencil to the color (not sure I actually succeeded though). Played with some new techniques for some of the shading.
and then the colored version:
I still need to work on proportions and things, and tried to fix things from the pencil to the color (not sure I actually succeeded though). Played with some new techniques for some of the shading.
Awww great pics Mylari
The Condor is such a big softie at heart (just don't tell him I said so )
The Condor is such a big softie at heart (just don't tell him I said so )
Nice work! Isn't it interesting how the expression can slightly change when you ink and color? It's always good to see more artwork from you- I'm sure Redbird was happy!
Thanks everyone!
It's been pretty busy in my world lately - changing positions at work so still learning the new job and working on getting rid of the old responsibilities. Also still finishing school (I should have my last day of school on Feb 22) plus the rest of home/parenthood/marriage...
Hopefully things will settle down soon and I can set some time aside for me to do fun stuff more often.
I'm glad you're getting at least some time for fun.
Hola!
It's really nice Mylari! Joe looks so cute with those kittens......is he trying to find them a home?
So nice of him!
Woo! Didn't know you finally posted them Mylari!
Thank you! Great work and you put so much time into it. Am very happy to get this giftie!
Thank you! Great work and you put so much time into it. Am very happy to get this giftie!
Originally posted by Redbird Woo! Didn't know you finally posted them Mylari!Glad you like it!
I haven't been doing a lot of drawing/writing lately - changed jobs at work and finishing up school (as of right now 38 days until I am completely finished - nope, not counting at all).
Tonight, I decided to pull out the ultrafine sharpie and play with hand inking some of the pictures that didn't get claimed in the giveaway. They're destined for the recycle bin anyway, so destroying them wouldn't be a big deal. Turns out I didn't destroy any of them really. Did a whole bunch of pictures (some from each of my 3 fandoms). Here are the Gatch related ones...
trying to convince the muses to be active again, but got a lot going on so it's hit or miss lately...
trying to convince the muses to be active again, but got a lot going on so it's hit or miss lately...
Ooooo...very nice! It's sad to toss them out, but at least you have them scanned in here. I always toss mine out right after I scan them (and save them somewhere like Photobucket)...just no room to keep everything.
Well done, Mylari. Always sad to see such great artwork end up being thrown out, but at least you have room in your desk for more now!
Thanks guys! Spent some more time with the sharpie tonight - maybe will try some coloring again soon...
Very nice! I can tell which episodes you've been looking at from some of those...*grin*
I was drawing tonight, too...stuff for Bird Scramble, though...so I'll have to post on a later date. Those sharpie/micro pens are great, aren't they?
Originally posted by Springie Very nice! I can tell which episodes you've been looking at from some of those...*grin* I was drawing tonight, too...stuff for Bird Scramble, though...so I'll have to post on a later date. Those sharpie/micro pens are great, aren't they?Thanks, Springie! It's always encouraging when people can tell what my source images were
Can't wait to see what you've got working - eventually I want to go back to creating instead of copying, but just not there right now.
Loving the pics, Mylari!
Here's hoping the muses give you the confidence to try your own creations soon, we know you can do it!
The crying Ken (and the RI one) pic(s) came out especially well!
Originally posted by mylari eventually I want to go back to creating instead of copying, but just not there right now.Take your time...you are turning out some beautiful pics! I did the same thing for quite a while (and I still like to go back to the screenshots)! FWIW, I think you do a really nice job when you create new ones, too!
You're becoming a bona fide ink addict! These are great!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Jan 2016 08:21
Looks to me like you know your way around a Sharpie!
Muses and I have been in negotiations lately... Pretty sure they are tired of me being in school (me too - but officially down to 27 days until I finish my degree - just working on the last class for my minor!)
Anyway, Redbird has been trying to help with the negotiations (got a few ideas she's spurred that I am trying to get something out of) by sending me some screen shots the other day. Chose a Joe one since he seems to like to sit for portraits and he's her fave (and the fave of so many around here ).
Ended up experimenting a bit, so ended up with 4 "stages" of the image. Since I've got them all in a linkable location, I'm gonna share them all here because I can - so there! (Pretty sure I passed sleep deprived over a year ago and in a really goofy kinda mood tonight if you hadn't noticed...)
Version 1 - basic pencil
Version 2 - hand inked (the Sharpie and I have been spending quality time together lately)
Version 3 - pencil shaded (AKA B&W)
and finally - Version 4 - pencil shaded with a touch of color
Maybe if the muses want, I'll try digital coloring at some point, but not tonight...
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Ended up experimenting a bit, so ended up with 4 "stages" of the image. Since I've got them all in a linkable location, I'm gonna share them all here because I can - so there! (Pretty sure I passed sleep deprived over a year ago and in a really goofy kinda mood tonight if you hadn't noticed...)
Version 1 - basic pencil
Version 2 - hand inked (the Sharpie and I have been spending quality time together lately)
Version 3 - pencil shaded (AKA B&W)
and finally - Version 4 - pencil shaded with a touch of color
Maybe if the muses want, I'll try digital coloring at some point, but not tonight...
I love seeing the stages of people's work. Seeing the pic larger definitely showed me more subtleties in the color!
Seeing the pic larger definitely showed me more subtleties in the color!
Looks fantastic, Mylari. There's some strong emotion going on there, and you've captured it perfectly.
Yay for school being almost done! 
You know I just love these!
So glad your muses are cooperating (even just a teeny bit!) 
You know I just love these!
So glad your muses are cooperating (even just a teeny bit!)
Beautiful work, Mylari!! You've captured the image perfectly!
Redbird's obviously been lobbying the muses hard - she appears to be quite the skilled negotiator (or she has dirt on one or more of them... not sure which it is...)
I wasn't really enamored with this one after the first rough pass, but I started playing with it and darkening some lines/shading a little and it's growing on me...
got a second image I'm toying with and an original image to try tomorrow...
got a second image I'm toying with and an original image to try tomorrow...
and the muses decided to put a second pass on the other image I was playing with tonight... Apparently when I am not thrilled with a WIP, a second pass with a darker pencil makes all the difference since I now like this one too...
agreed, Mylari. Can't wait to see the original when it's done
Originally posted by mylari Redbird's obviously been lobbying the muses hard - she appears to be quite the skilled negotiator (or she has dirt on one or more of them... not sure which it is...)
These are great! You've really been improving. Keep going!
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 29 Jan 2016 05:57
Wow. I wish I could draw like that. Those are wonderful, Mylari.
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 29 Jan 2016 10:30
Mylari, these are excellent! I have no idea why you wouldn't be pleased!
These are great! You are really getting their looks down! I especially like the Swan!
Thank you for all the kind words, everyone! Glad you're enjoying the pictures.
Glad you're enjoying the pictures.
Originally posted by Transmute Jun Mylari, these are excellent! I have no idea why you wouldn't be pleased!Oh, don't get me wrong, I am very pleased with this version of the pictures. It's the initial sketches that I wasn't sure about. The more I played with them and worked on minor adjustments and details, the more I started to like the images. I have the house to myself for a few hours tonight while kiddo and hubby are working so going to see if I can get anywhere with the original picture Redbird inspired earlier in the week...
Sometimes while we are both at work, Redbird and I have chats over text. Sometimes the conversations are about work, sometimes about the boys, really about just about anything. Earlier last week I think it was, we were discussing different situations that the eagle and condor might find themselves in for one reason or another. The conversation came back up again this week and having them posing for an art class (specifically a figure drawing class) came up and an image popped into my head that wouldn't leave. I did a really rough version of the image right at my desk at work just so I could get it out of my head for a few minutes. I was able to finish what I needed to do at work, but the picture stayed in my head. Tonight I had time at home alone so I knew I wouldn't be interrupted and decided to try for a better version of the image.
It could be better, but overall I'm fairly content with it. I have a feeling there is a story here, but darned if I have any clue what it is...
It could be better, but overall I'm fairly content with it. I have a feeling there is a story here, but darned if I have any clue what it is...
wow, I wanna be where Jun's standing, she must have a fantastic view.
Hmm, Jun made them think they were being hired to nude model for an art class when really it was just for her?
Originally posted by mylari Sometimes while we are both at work, Redbird and I have chats over text....Shhhh! Don't let my boss know that! LOL.
Originally posted by mylari I have a feeling there is a story here, but darned if I have any clue what it is...Oh I think there's definitely a story there! *runs and grabs pen*
Originally posted by RedbirdI won't tell yours if you don't tell mineOriginally posted by mylari Sometimes while we are both at work, Redbird and I have chats over text....Shhhh! Don't let my boss know that! LOL.
Originally posted by RedbirdWoo! Redbird story! Can't waitOriginally posted by mylari I have a feeling there is a story here, but darned if I have any clue what it is...Oh I think there's definitely a story there! *runs and grabs pen*
wasn't sure what I wanted to work on next, so decided to ink the Jun picture from last night - got carried away and out came the colored pencils too...
They look so nice with color! Great work!
that is great, Mylari. Keep it up, we want more!
Nicely done Mylari. You're on a roll for sure!
Originally posted by mylari Earlier last week I think it was, we were discussing different situations that the eagle and condor might find themselves in for one reason or another. The conversation came back up again this week and having them posing for an art class (specifically a figure drawing class) came up and an image popped into my head that wouldn't leave.Hmm....I wonder if Daniella's having a few of the flashbacks that I just had.... http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1334&warning=4 http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1338 http://www.gatchfanfic.com/viewstory.php?sid=1347 NOTE: I consider these to be the 3 fics that got my Gatchamaniac stories started. There will be a few things that might not fit in with the more recent stuff.
Becky Rock
Gatchamaniac
posted 30 Jan 2016 15:49
Nude models, eh? You can bet a Galactor spy would love to draw them...
thanks ladies! All your comments have been passed to the muses. They've had their heads together in some deep conferences this afternoon, so I am not sure what they are up to right now, but hopefully I'll get clued in soon!
wanted to draw something tonight, but pictures have been very hit or miss lately so decided to work on an unfinished image a bit to see if it was worth moving on to something new...
I can tell they're protecting Jun for the picture but I keep seeing one of the Gatchafunnies in my head where they're going "Ta da!"
Love that episode! You've captured them on protective mode so well!
Another great one, Mylari, I love how you can just see the top of Jun's head behind them!
Originally posted by ChrisW I keep seeing one of the Gatchafunnies in my head where they're going "Ta da!"ROTFL!
Transmute Jun
Queen of the Bird Missiles
posted 18 Feb 2016 05:55
Their expressions are more shocked than angry!
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