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Beyond the Mysterious Beyond => The Arts => Visual Art => Topic started by: AvestheForumFox on March 14, 2008, 07:59:33 PM

Title: Art: The Fox is Satisfied
Post by: AvestheForumFox on March 14, 2008, 07:59:33 PM
(http://i207.photobucket.com/albums/bb195/bellcountycomics/Misc/foxsatisfied.jpg)

Indeed, the fox is very satisfied. This piece looks almost as pro as I want it to be.
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Post by: Mornai on March 14, 2008, 08:01:45 PM
Another great drawing! :^.^: One question, why exactly is the Fox satisfied? :lol
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Post by: AvestheForumFox on March 14, 2008, 08:11:24 PM
Quote from: Mornai,Mar 14 2008 on  07:01 PM
Another great drawing! :^.^: One question, why exactly is the Fox satisfied? :lol
Good question... I think its because he's in a peaceful serene forest location, relaxing, being away from the busy turmoils of life.
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Post by: The Great Valley Guardian on March 14, 2008, 09:08:25 PM
This is incredible Aves! Professional doesn't BEGIN to describe how amazing this pic and the others have been. I am awe struck...really I am, this painting is incredible!
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Post by: Kor on March 14, 2008, 11:48:28 PM
It reminds me of some of the juvenile book illustrations I use to read a long time ago.

Maybe he is satisfied for the reason.  Sitting in a park and relaxing.
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Post by: Sky on March 15, 2008, 03:53:30 AM
As I mentioned in dA, a really great work.
Keep it up. *thumbs up*
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Post by: AvestheForumFox on March 15, 2008, 02:48:59 PM
thanks, Sky, Kor and everyone who'x commented so far =)

I'm contemplating my next piece. There's so many ideas afloat, and I need to chose wisely.

Also, just for the hell of it, I sent an e-mail to Disney, to see what's required for me to possibly become an illustrator for them... if school is strictly required, it may take some time for me to ever reach my goal to be an animated film illustrator...

Oy, I feel the road for that path goes ever on and on...
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Post by: Petrie. on March 15, 2008, 03:24:51 PM
Couldn't figure out why the fox was satisfied until I read further down. :p  Keep up the painting. :)  (And I'm pretty sure Disney requires some formal art school.)
Title: Art: The Fox is Satisfied
Post by: AvestheForumFox on March 15, 2008, 03:45:57 PM
Quote from: Petrie,Mar 15 2008 on  02:24 PM
Couldn't figure out why the fox was satisfied until I read further down. :p  Keep up the painting. :)  (And I'm pretty sure Disney requires some formal art school.)
Oh, not entirely... it seems

according to a good friend of mine who has his connections, there are some disney artists who pretty much backdoored their way into the studio..

they worked for the park, and all they did was ask about art jobs...they didn't need schooling, they already taught themselves. And there they are now, doing something I thought I could never get at...

Walt even hired an art teacher to manage the animation department.

Amazing what one could find out from such small soarces.

so....my first step... move to Orlando, get a job working at the park... work on my art projects over break times and out in the open for all to see.. and eventually move up in the company.

I have the skills, I just need to follow through with the initial plan =)
Title: Art: The Fox is Satisfied
Post by: AvestheForumFox on March 15, 2008, 03:52:20 PM
here's what my friend told me:

[14:23] Chris Fabo: working a park job, loyally, can open up possibilities at other Disney positions.
[14:23] Chris Fabo: consider John Lassetter.
[14:24] Chris Fabo: he was a Jungle Cruise skipper for years, before he enquired about working at Animation.
[14:24] Avesfoxy: enquired?..you mean he asked around?
[14:24] Avesfoxy: who'd he ask?
[14:24] Chris Fabo: he asked his supervisor how he'd go about it.
[14:25] Chris Fabo: there are many provisions for moving up and around in the Company.
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Post by: AvestheForumFox on March 15, 2008, 03:58:37 PM
and more:

[14:38] Avesfoxy: also, the story you told me about Lassetter... this kind ot tells me I really dont need a degree in art to be a Disney artist
[14:40] Chris Fabo: heh
[14:40] Chris Fabo: dood, they traind themselves.

enough said. period.
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Post by: Chiletrek on March 15, 2008, 04:16:26 PM
Hello:
 If you are successful in that... it should be awesome! :wow , so try it, really try it, you can never know ;)
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Post by: Kor on March 15, 2008, 05:03:22 PM
Good luck
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Post by: Clawandfang on March 16, 2008, 10:03:00 AM
It sounds appealing...probably if I could work out which way to hold a pencil up it would sound more even more so. Heh.

Go for it, and good luck.
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Post by: AvestheForumFox on March 17, 2008, 08:11:49 AM
thanks. Will need it! =P
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Post by: Petrie. on March 17, 2008, 08:21:11 AM
If its something you're going to try, I'd say you've taught yourself quite a lot and have the ability to draw in a style that would conform with Disney (or any children's books).
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Post by: AvestheForumFox on March 17, 2008, 08:30:38 AM
Quote from: Petrie,Mar 17 2008 on  07:21 AM
If its something you're going to try, I'd say you've taught yourself quite a lot and have the ability to draw in a style that would conform with Disney (or any children's books).
And I'm still improving. My next piece I'll be combining oil paint with colored pencil, or I'll experiment with it first. for the sake of the fine detail that pencils can produce.

I do have some bit of news. Nothing revolutionary but still news, nonetheless. My Uncle Billy knows a Disney artist who does murals for the park. He's been trying to get in touch with this guy for the past few months concerning my talents... its old news, but I'm starting to check in on it more often due to my raised desire to work for such a major media corporation.

I would love to work for Disney, whether it be in the park, or the studio, and as long as I can contribute my talents.

It would sure as hell beat factory work.

And I will keep everyone updated

also, more artwork to come, working on a rough sketch as we speak, may have something within the next two to three days. =)
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Post by: Kor on March 17, 2008, 02:52:50 PM
No need to hurry.  Get more important things done and do the artwork when you have time and can be satisfied with it before posting it here.  You'll likely be more pleased with it then if you rush.
Title: Art: The Fox is Satisfied
Post by: AvestheForumFox on March 19, 2008, 02:12:40 AM
Quote from: Kor,Mar 17 2008 on  01:52 PM
No need to hurry.  Get more important things done and do the artwork when you have time and can be satisfied with it before posting it here.  You'll likely be more pleased with it then if you rush.
Rushed? No, my friend. These pieces are coming normally at a pace I'm totally able to work with.

my only common problem seems to be the random spurts of procrastination that comes every now and then.. and the more I get done, the more my family seems to be supportive of my desire to seek a career in art and studio, which is a mega plus and it totally encourages me to keep going.
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Post by: Kor on March 19, 2008, 04:23:57 AM
I think you should keep going.  Certain areas would fit with your style and preferences very well.  Good luck.
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Post by: Petrie. on March 19, 2008, 08:15:14 AM
Nice...can't wait to see it. :)
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Post by: Malte279 on March 19, 2008, 08:43:58 AM
I'm very late in this thread, I'm sorry about that. The care you took with all the details, leaves, blades, of grass and, bark look really awesome.
You used acrylic paint for this picture? What surface did you use?
It looks smoother than Canvas.
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Post by: AvestheForumFox on March 19, 2008, 09:21:01 AM
Quote from: Malte279,Mar 19 2008 on  07:43 AM
I'm very late in this thread, I'm sorry about that. The care you took with all the details, leaves, blades, of grass and, bark look really awesome.
You used acrylic paint for this picture? What surface did you use?
It looks smoother than Canvas.
bristol board paper... it just seems easier to store that way. thick and durable too =)
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Post by: Kor on March 19, 2008, 02:04:14 PM
Hope you continue drawing, painting and ect.  You may amaze yourself.