Since my graduation ceremony is tomorrow I wanted to get out these pieces I worked on for an Independent Study this semester! The idea around the study was to work on my background skills, and this is what I came up with!
My professor wanted me to include an explanation of the characters and their world, so the first piece (which I worked on 3rd) counted as part of the project.
Piece 1 is a beach/volcano scene featuring Shieth! I was still growing used to the new version of photoshop I was working with, so this one was a little more technical than organic but I am the most happiest with this one!
Piece 2 is a cavern which acts as a throne room for a newly designed character, Queen Umalyte. I used geodes of emeralds and agates as a reference for the cavern walls and floors! There was going to be a chandelier but I worked on this one for too long and was running out of time.
Piece 3 (technically 4) features Darmeon’s castle on the mountains (with Ersee as a cameo)! Since time was running low, I took the chance to experiment with using images as textures! All are licensed for free use with modification.
The source links: Clouds texture, Mountains texture, Snow texture, Castle base stone, Castle secondary stone, Castle inner stone, Curtains texture
Piece 4 (technically 5) also presents a new character, Queen Eyvi! Since time was scarce, I took a more painterly approach to this one. Painting the trees was the best part for me!
As time goes on, I hope to refine my skills further with whatever projects I do. Thank you all for supporting me over the years!
