CGTalk - Santa's new ride

earl

12-21-2002, 08:04 PM

Well I think I finally have something that's worth posting here, rather unexpectedly too.

I vow to never buy a Hallmark card - something handmade is much more personal and appreciated. This one is for my little cousin...

It's reminiscent of Kirt's Above and Beyond 2d challenge entry - and if you remember my crappy Beast of Burden 2d entry, you'll see it's a big improvement. I'd consider this my first good digital painting.

wildsheepchase

12-21-2002, 08:27 PM

Not bad! I think you should consider changing the color of the elves costumes, since they sort of blend in with the background.
Good job though:thumbsup:

Dr. NO

12-21-2002, 08:31 PM

lol, looks like santa had to chase that sucker down a few times, he done lost some weight! i can digg it. :buttrock:

earl

12-21-2002, 08:39 PM

I agree with the elves vs. trees. I'm sticking with the green elves though - I think I'll strategically place some snow on the trees to get the contrast.

Santa *is* looking a little trim, the image ref I used was a regular rider. I tried to add a gut to him, but it doesn't really give him any convincing heft.

Thanks for the comments.

<edit> I found the Christmas Card thread in the Finished Works gallery - figured that's an appropriate place for this piece, which I've fixed up a bit -

Santa's New Ride (http://www.baconbomb.com/img/santas_little_helper_v2.jpg)

akewt

12-22-2002, 12:10 PM

i saw this in the christams card thread but im repliing here. i love the image, at first look i thought it was a toon shaded 3d scene. thats some damn nice lighting there m8y

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