Yes, it's been a while. So much has happened.
Speaking of life.
As I was writing my fictional story, reality was happening all around me. The 'surreal unreal for real.' I realized I was getting a lesson in the 'life' of the protagonist. Characters. Conflict. All the things that make for a great story.
Perhaps, this 'like life' experience is what many writers turn to their advantage. The ability to empathize with the characters in their stories and understand what motivates them.
Translating the emotion onto the page, or movie screen, is the challenge.
Looking forward to it.
Monday, April 23, 2012
Saturday, March 10, 2012
Characters Like Us
In comic literature and film there is no shortage of male characters with extraordinary strengths and special powers.
Superheros, of course.
However, when it comes to women, they are a rare find in such roles. So rare, one may struggle to name even five. Let's see: Wonder Woman, Catwoman...That's where I go blank. I don't think Betty Boop fits into this category.
What's the problem? And, how and why are comics such a male-dominated art form? Could it be, simply because of so few female characters for women to relate to? Is this pop quiz Saturday?
Along with my fascination with animation, I am also 'drawn' to the comic-style art form both still and moving. Yes, I know, "Welcome to Geekdom." The process has presented some challenges.
With the struggles women face with body image, and...face, creating characters that tone down the notion that outer beauty is the most important thing takes center stage. Beauty is more than what meets the eye, and is still "in the eye of the beholder."
I want to create characters that seem real and yet, it's a funny thing sometimes, trying to create realistic beings in a made up world.
The keyword is: variety with verity.
Superheros, of course.
However, when it comes to women, they are a rare find in such roles. So rare, one may struggle to name even five. Let's see: Wonder Woman, Catwoman...That's where I go blank. I don't think Betty Boop fits into this category.
What's the problem? And, how and why are comics such a male-dominated art form? Could it be, simply because of so few female characters for women to relate to? Is this pop quiz Saturday?
Along with my fascination with animation, I am also 'drawn' to the comic-style art form both still and moving. Yes, I know, "Welcome to Geekdom." The process has presented some challenges.
With the struggles women face with body image, and...face, creating characters that tone down the notion that outer beauty is the most important thing takes center stage. Beauty is more than what meets the eye, and is still "in the eye of the beholder."
I want to create characters that seem real and yet, it's a funny thing sometimes, trying to create realistic beings in a made up world.
The keyword is: variety with verity.
Monday, February 27, 2012
Tuesday, February 14, 2012
It's been a while...
I'm very excited about some of the story ideas that have come to me during a series of one page sketches. I can only describe it as really getting to the 'heart' of a matter.
My process has been to dive into the blank page, not exactly sure what would be discovered. Now, I can sense the creative wheels starting to turn faster. This must be true. Look at all the metaphors I've used so far.
I wanted to connect with you on this special day. Before I get back into the writing, designing and animating phase, I created this picture for you.
I hope it makes you smile.
I'm very excited about some of the story ideas that have come to me during a series of one page sketches. I can only describe it as really getting to the 'heart' of a matter.
My process has been to dive into the blank page, not exactly sure what would be discovered. Now, I can sense the creative wheels starting to turn faster. This must be true. Look at all the metaphors I've used so far.
I wanted to connect with you on this special day. Before I get back into the writing, designing and animating phase, I created this picture for you.
I hope it makes you smile.
Thursday, January 19, 2012
Update
I just wanted to drop in to say the writing and design process for the new stories is coming along. I hope to present some of them soon.
Thanks for standing by!
Thanks for standing by!
Sunday, January 1, 2012
Happy New Year!
Wishing everyone a safe and happy 2012. Excited about taking all the new things I've learned in 2011 and putting them into action. Bringing more stories to life with vivid scenes and meaningful dialogue. Details soon....
Monday, December 19, 2011
Blendigo: Year In Pictures
I started 2011 fresh off the contrails of Retrovision's To Dance On Air and the motion of Dancetown. The themes of dance were and continue to be my artistic interest. Like life, not standing still.
I took a moment in the approach to 2012 to think about all the images that I created for the project scenes. I pondered the characters and presentation. A world created without the confines of reality, constantly reminding myself that these are pixels who look like people. A digital world of escape, A world that does not have to be as it is, but as I wish.
That's animation.
2011 saw new discoveries in digital painting. Fresh uses for creating art with text. A faster way to create 3D worlds. Also, my latest love, the traditional comic book look that I hope to present in the incoming year.
New challenges in my world of real and what seems unreal.
The story of Candle Dance became more in focus until it's become so clear it plays like a theater screen in my head. I hope to capture it to the smallest of details.
Discovering the difference between writer's block and writer's brakes. That is wanting to write about something, but not quite willing to and blaming it on lack of focus. Not planning on that route in 2012.
Mistakes. Yes.
Greater depth and determination. Yes!
The above images that I created span the year of 2010 and 2011. I wanted to include more, but I will have to present them in another format.
A special thanks to all of you who inspire me. I wish I could put into words what your support means to me. Thanks so much.
Here's to an exciting 2012!
I took a moment in the approach to 2012 to think about all the images that I created for the project scenes. I pondered the characters and presentation. A world created without the confines of reality, constantly reminding myself that these are pixels who look like people. A digital world of escape, A world that does not have to be as it is, but as I wish.
That's animation.
2011 saw new discoveries in digital painting. Fresh uses for creating art with text. A faster way to create 3D worlds. Also, my latest love, the traditional comic book look that I hope to present in the incoming year.
New challenges in my world of real and what seems unreal.
The story of Candle Dance became more in focus until it's become so clear it plays like a theater screen in my head. I hope to capture it to the smallest of details.
Discovering the difference between writer's block and writer's brakes. That is wanting to write about something, but not quite willing to and blaming it on lack of focus. Not planning on that route in 2012.
Mistakes. Yes.
Greater depth and determination. Yes!
The above images that I created span the year of 2010 and 2011. I wanted to include more, but I will have to present them in another format.
A special thanks to all of you who inspire me. I wish I could put into words what your support means to me. Thanks so much.
Here's to an exciting 2012!
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