POLL: FAC 11: Battle Beast Mythologies!
#1
Posted 04 August 2008 - 07:41 PM
1. Cthulhu Battle Beast, by EricNilla
BattleBeastCthulhu_by_Ericnilla.jpg 699.5K 30 downloads
2. Battle Bigfoot, by Tortle
battlebigfoot_by_Tortle.jpg 219.49K 14 downloads
3. Centaur Warrior, by Seres Wyvern
centaurwarriorjx9_by_Seres_Wyvern.jpg 407.6K 21 downloads
4. Cerberus Battle Beast, by Scumdogg
CerberusBB_by_Scumdogg.jpg 231.65K 16 downloads
5. Chaotic Chimera, by dankingery
ChaoticChimera_by_dankingery.jpg 382.82K 19 downloads
6. Judicious Jackalope, by Reccoom Kaboom
judiciousjackalope_by_recoomkaboom.jpg 58.42K 9 downloads
7. Cthulhu Laser Beast, by Scumdogg
LaserBeastCthulhu_by_Scumdogg.jpg 668.58K 16 downloads
8. Shapeless Shoggoth, by Reccoom Kaboom
shapelessshoggoth_by_ReccoomKaboom.jpg 95.23K 16 downloads
9. Tiamat, by Tortle
tiamat_by_Tortle.jpg 289.52K 60 downloads
#2 Guest_General Veers_*
Posted 05 August 2008 - 07:24 AM
However, there is one that clearly distinguishes itself. While the others are perfect drawings, paintings, etc. this one is a fun piece of art – Tiamat by Tortle.
Here is why I voted for Tortle’s Tiamat. It is not the best drawing (although it is very good), but it is the only one that elicits a response. Sure the other drawings may elicit jealously (damn, I wish I could do that) or awe (that looks awesome), but this provides an opportunity to laugh or cheer based on the situation. Do you root for Muscleman or the Tiamat? Is it comical? Is it serious? What do I see?
I’ve noticed that some of the less technically skilled artists have seemingly disappeared. I hope my vote encourages some of them to come back. The art doesn’t have to be technically the best (of course it never hurts) but the overall package is most important.
As always, great job to everyone. This is probably the most stunning group of entries. But, for me, this was the easiest vote ever. Nicely done Tortle!
#3
Posted 05 August 2008 - 08:21 AM
In the end, Nate's piece won me over, as it did Veers, due to the fun effect (gotta love Muscleman using Pirate Lion's sword, too ). That is what put it over the top for me.
Awesome work guys!
#4 Guest_General Veers_*
Posted 05 August 2008 - 09:15 AM
I actually thought it was supposed to be Crystar's sword.gotta love Muscleman using Pirate Lion's sword, too
#5
Posted 05 August 2008 - 09:19 AM
Veers mentioned a lot of artists dropping out for this one, and i agree. We had TWO first time entrants, and double entries by three artists. This should have been a record-breaking number of entries, but a lot of people seem to have taken a pass for some reason. Not much excuse for that, especially with the new two-month window. I know people get busy, but not for two solid months. Let's step back up next time, people.
#6
Posted 05 August 2008 - 02:20 PM
Then I was going to vote for Scumdogg's Cerberus. The composition of that picture just won me over.
Then Seres Wyvern came out of nowhere with that expertly rendered Centaur Warrior. She definately nailed my vote.
That was until the last minute, Tortle drops in a masterpiece. You can tell a lot of effort went into that picture and none of it was wasted. That is a great example of a fully realized, complete picture.
And that Muscleman with sword and shield (I thought it was Crystar's sword too) would make an awesome toy!
#7
Posted 05 August 2008 - 05:28 PM
Seres, I'm exited to see whats in store for future contests, your Cenataur warrior looks awesome
Everybody else good job despite most of the rest of the entries being in black and white none of them seem static.
#8 Guest_General Veers_*
Posted 06 August 2008 - 06:52 AM
You're probably right. Maybe I should have said isolated or naked or stark?none of them seem static.
I'm not sure of the right word to convey my impression.
Edited by General Veers, 06 August 2008 - 07:20 AM.
#9
Posted 06 August 2008 - 07:03 AM
Although everyone did an amazing job, I voted for Centaur Warrior. I like the take on the armor design (especially the mask), and the coloring technique with the pencils gave it an interesting feel and texture.
#10
Posted 06 August 2008 - 09:19 AM
Tortle, you're gonna have to give me some watercolor lessons or something, or i'm going right back to markers.
#11
Posted 06 August 2008 - 01:18 PM
You're probably right. Maybe I should have said isolated or naked or stark?none of them seem static.
I'm not sure of the right word to convey my impression.
I didn't even read your comment before posting,
But what ever you decide to use let me know because I had a similar viewpoint, a bunch of awesome drawings but couldn't compete with Tortles pics bursting with color and backgrounds, ect.
#12
Posted 06 August 2008 - 05:53 PM
Anyways, I chose his cause I thought it was amazing. Seres and Tortle were really close behind in my vote.
#13
Posted 06 August 2008 - 05:53 PM
i cant get passed my pencils i just love pencil so much, i think it would change what im trying to depict (crazy as that might sound)
#14 Guest_General Veers_*
Posted 07 August 2008 - 05:11 AM
Just so it's clear, I'm really encouraging you to do it. I'd be really interested in seeing it – good, bad, or otherwise.
#15
Posted 07 August 2008 - 03:45 PM
im making your pic my top priority right now. so hopefully i'll have it done ina few days. Promise~! sorry for the delay. life sucks sometimes.
Edited by Ericnilla, 07 August 2008 - 04:39 PM.
#16
Posted 07 August 2008 - 05:59 PM
Not sure who they voted for though.
#17
Posted 07 August 2008 - 06:24 PM
#18
Posted 07 August 2008 - 06:30 PM
Nope, different continent, this time.was it the same person from utah again~?
No biggie, it's just annoying.
On the positive side of things, there are new users (yes, actual new users, I verified IP's) who are registering an account just to vote. The FAC is bringing some of the long time lurkers on board!
#19
Posted 07 August 2008 - 06:39 PM
i know there has to be many people out there that collect. they keep out bidding me on ebay.
and different continent~? crazy
Edited by Ericnilla, 07 August 2008 - 06:39 PM.
#20
Posted 08 August 2008 - 10:49 AM
Nope, different continent, this time.was it the same person from utah again~?
No biggie, it's just annoying.
On the positive side of things, there are new users (yes, actual new users, I verified IP's) who are registering an account just to vote. The FAC is bringing some of the long time lurkers on board!
And possibly some new artists!
As a side note, I got the blank patches in, and the mythologies logo will be on a 4" round patch with a yellow border. that's about 3-4 times bigger than the first 3 patches!
#21
Posted 08 August 2008 - 01:36 PM
if this is the way all the contests are going to go, i'm going to be jonesing for the next contest like a crack addict.
if i encounter the demons in hell, i will kill them all..
vi veri veniversum vivus vici.
#22
Posted 09 August 2008 - 06:17 PM
if i encounter the demons in hell, i will kill them all..
vi veri veniversum vivus vici.
#23
Posted 09 August 2008 - 08:47 PM
I'm trying to make this my "get-out-laziness" to start my new semester in my university full of energy!Seres, I'm exited to see whats in store for future contests, your Cenataur warrior looks awesome
Thanks again for the words! You all!!
My vote is for the Cerberus, because that B&B stunned me!!! The trace just make me want to make a giant poster of it! Wonderful!
#24
Posted 10 August 2008 - 10:31 AM
Great work in this contest, but I wonder why nobody did a Godzilla?
Maybe Gabe could do one of those huh!
Greetz y'all, DK.
#25
Posted 10 August 2008 - 02:25 PM