Friday, January 22, 2010

Interiors!


Ok so, it all started with this drawing.


Alex and I were drawing together trying to think up worlds together when I just became fascinated with the room I was in. I wanted to capture the details. What I'm coming to love about fountain pens is the very fact that I'm limited to a certain line (as I only have one nib). This inability to get the detail I'd normally like forced me to loosen up, and with that I was able to tackle things I would otherwise ignore out of laziness. So I drew the whole room, with her in it. But I wasn't quite satisfied.


If I were to look at this practically I'd call it a practice in backgrounds. Part of the inspiration for this new fascination comes from the people at Amanita Design, particularly from their AMAZING GAME "Machinarium."


I've never played a game where I immediately said "this is one of the best games I've ever played." I've been jaded for a while about games, but thank God for the Czechs! Once again, I can call computer games an art form and not look shabby for doing it.


Anyway, yes. Interiors. I really like drawing them right now. Now all I need is a bigger piece of paper...ooh baby!





Here are some details...


Sunday, January 3, 2010

Fountain Pen!


I tried out a fountain pen for the first time today.
Due to my inexperience, I honestly don't know how good the pen is,
but I wouldn't mind more nibs.

Frankly, I think I might still prefer brush pens.

But it was fun. More experiments in the future?
Unsure.