Trying to get a HEAD.
September 8, 2008
by greg
Filed under Artwork, Greg Posts
I want to formally apologize for only drawing heads lately, but I’ve got this itch I have to scratch. I was lucky enough to attend a tribute ceremony for Ollie Johnston a few weeks ago and it was amazing. The man was truly one of the greatest animators of all times not to mention an astoundingly giving person. They showed a number of his pencil tests and rough animations. My jaw still drags on the ground in awe of what a he did.
I can easily point to the few artists or art experiences that have changed my life, and this was easily one of them.
The challenge of designing a character has always been a rough ride no matter what. So much to think about; believability, structure, comedic qualities, anatomy, color palette, pose, clarity, silhouette, line quality, composition, etc. But I started thinking about how the character would actually feel if it were brought to life. Working with characters brought to life as 3D characters all these years has made me a bit reliant on the animators doing that for me. Not good enough. I’m gonna figure it out, if for no better reason than to create better characters.
Sorry to take this out on you all, but it really itches.
It’s a good itch my friend… scratch away! Great design man!
Oh wow. No need to apologize for drawing THIS!
Like the second most famous groundhog ( sketch idea ) in Pencilvania always says during his lottery ticket commercials: “Just Keep On Scratchin’”
These profile models push all of us to do better.
I love it hopefully you post more of these sorta multiple camera shot animation steps.
looks like its good practice to get all the major gestures and later go and fill in with tweens , I wish i had a sock puppet that look like that.lol
i love this head i think its some of your best works !!! dg
hope the itch doesnt stop soon, i’ve always thought that a cool looking head leads to a cool looking character.
Hello. First time commenter here, but I’ve been loving both of your work for ages
Just wanted to say, no need to apologise for the head sketches, especially when they are of this quality! Beautiful work. I love the energy and movement you conveyed with this sequence. Inspiring words too man. thanks!
J.
Hey Guys,
I like your character designs and your book! Keep up the good work!
The facial expressions on this guy are awesome!
Don’t ever apologize for doing beautiful work! This guy would be awesome as a pet… though I would have to watch my fingers.
Amazing! You really have this great attitude and approach.I would LOVE to see this painted on a wall!
Sweet! Continue please.
Oh my! this is great! great design! fantastic poses! cool!
wow I love these! draw more heads whenever the itch arises! plz!