Coming up with just the right cover concept can be a bit tricky!Here's one of the many versions . :)
-c.g.young
Coming up with just the right cover concept can be a bit tricky!Hello everyone,
Here's the teaser trailer for "Toast" just a fun way for me to get
the word out about the book and introduce everyone to the idea
behind the story. :)
-enjoy
c.g.young

I was recently asked how I work, what is my
workflow? I've always been a fan of artists who
want to share their process with other artisans. I
find it a very useful exercise to try different methods
and be to open to the idea that as an artist we are only
as good as the last inspiration or artisan we have
studied.
That being said, I've put together a breakdown on exactly
how a piece evolves from the sketch phase through
to final rendered art. As the render progresses you'll
notice more and more textural information being introduced
into the piece. I've found for those who strive to achieve the
"painted" or "traditional" look to digital artwork it becomes
a necessity to try and proximate the look & feel of a real brush.
I've done my best, although not perfectly, to
accomplish this. With a dark paint -watercolor, oil
or gouache - I produce several brush strokes on
canvas or board. I then scan and clean them in
photoshop - turning them into brushes that CS can use.
Although nothing can take the place of
using real paint; the scanned brush strokes, when
used correctly and combined with blend methods
and massaging can produce a painted on canvas look.
After you have finished with the "digital" colors and
details, you can always have your piece printed on a
stock with a bit of tooth, and use paint, colored pencil, ink...ect to
enhance the art and give it that extra little something.
A bit pricey, but well worth it.
-enjoy
c.g.young
I've always envisioned Hook arriving at Neverland riding stormy seas to the shore.
Sorry for the lack of posts, I have been doing a little
re-work on the book, and have been super busy.
I'll have more to show soon :)
My good friend Paul Adam gave me this
sketch for my birthday. Definately check out
his work as it's very inspiring.
Many thanks for all comments, especially on "Toast"
I'm having great fun.
-enjoy
c.g.young

Here's something different...It's been awhile since I've done any art
It was on a chilly morning, and just into a fantastic feast
of bread, jam and cheese that Toast had a thought.
“What if I were to make a wish?" He pondered, "Can a wish make wishes?"
-c.g.young


The writing is finished, the illustrations
are coming together, and I am happy. Now I just need to find this
book a home. My fingers are crossed.
That'll do pig.....that'll do.
Thank You D&L,
-c.g.young
Thanks to Paul and the rest of the night crew for
inviting me into your club....hot coffee and good art.
Thank You Mr. McQuarrie, for your
inspiration.
-cgy

While working at Lucas, I was tasked with doing VFX for most
of the cinematics. Needless to say, and for those who don't
know, rotoscoping is a tedious process by which an artist traces
over film elements, or in this case digital elements to produce
a specific visual effect. With the advent of computers as an
effects tool, this has become easier and easier.
While working on a particular effect, namely Lightsabers,
I found myself growing tired of the method I was using.
So I swallowed my pride, fired up Explorer and did an
internet search for possible tutorials on a quicker, easier
solution. That’s when I came across a little video
entitled “RVD or Ryan vs Dorkman”, a Star Wars
fan-film. Here was a kid who was doing movie quality
effects work with little or no budget.
After a few more searches, and multiple viewings of the video
I came to the realization that this kid was doing it better
than anyone I had seen at the studio, and in all probability
at a fraction of the cost. I found his home phone and called
with every expectation that I would find him already
working at some visual effects house in Hollywood.
I was surprised when the lady on the other end of the
line said “He’s working at Blockbuster tonight.”
Now you might surmise that I would have put two and two
together, but what I was thinking was
“Who runs an effects studio named Blockbuster?”
I called video store that evening and Ryan answered.
After jokingly asking if they carried "Navy Seals" I
introduced myself and we had a short talk about effects
work and the industry. Several days later, over Lunch
at Skywalker Ranch I offered him a position.
Ryan worked with me at Lucas for nearly a year
before I left for Texas. I remember some of the
looks I got when I told the other artists and project
leads that he was coming aboard as an effects artist.
“ How old is he?” is the question I was asked most
frequently, followed by “Clint are you crazy,…he’s too young!”
“Just you wait.” I would always reply.
Almost Five years later and, Ryan, who now
works for “ Stargate Digital” has won an Emmy for his
visual effects work for “Nightmares and Dreamscapes.”
A made for TV adaptation of Stephen King stories.
He has also done VFX work for “Heros” and “Desperate Housewives”
Needless to say, I am proud.
Congratulations Ryan, you deserve it.
-cgy
A few links:
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2004/05/30/BUG4O6SDNB1.DTL&hw=Lucasarts&sn=001&sc=1000
http://www.ryanvsdorkman.com/
http://www.stargatefilms.com/
I was never a math student...I could never get it right.
I personally can't wait for Star Wars: Force Unleashed to hit
the shelves. That being said I dug up this old piece of art I scribbled
while working at LEC. I can recall one of the questions I was asked
when I was interviewing at LucasArts..."Favorite Star Wars Character?"
"Darth Vader."
-cgy
When he spoke to me, his growling voice tickled my insides.
He strapped on his goggles and returned to the skies.
-cgy