Insectoid
For the past two weeks I've been designing my own insectoid character for class. I started off by researching many different types of insects from ants to spiders and various artistic interpretations used in films and games.
From these images I started sketching out roughs staring by copying the basic anatomy of each insect first and then exaggerating to create a interesting character. The reason why I decided to copy the basic anatomy of the insects first was to help get an idea of the key features of it's anatomy as well as a basic idea of it's scale and proportions. This helped me design realistic insectoid creatures.
I chose the three not only the most interesting roughs, but the three which I felt met to the brief the most and developed the designs further in photoshop by creating silhouette designs. Although I was proud with the woodlouse design I decided to choose the fire ant for my final design piece as I felt I could be more creative with the design and background of the character.
Using the skills I've learnt both in class and from tutorials I developed my silhouette into a final design.
To add more depth to the character's backstory and to the design I decided to design a logo for the character. I quickly came up with a short and snappy team name "Fire Ant Department". Using the gradient tool and smudging a fire texture I was able to quickly create a nice looking logo for my character.
For my T-pose sheet I used the ruler tool in Photoshop to help my set up the proportional guidelines for my character. I then drew out the basic male anatomy form in both the front and profile views to help get the proportions right and also a guideline for myself rather than jumping straight into the deep end. I then added the details such as facial features and clothes on top. I need to develop my skills in profile designs as I feel my character in profile looks too chubby, which could cause problems when modelling in maya.
Finally I added my logo to the background of my final character design. In added to additional orange lighting around the character to add the effect of the fire burning behind him. I then thought This would make a great dramatic silhouette design.
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