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# 1 15-12-2005 , 05:40 AM
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Unmanned VTOL craft - WIP(?)

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I wasn't sure whether to submit this as WIP or Finished; I feel done enough to put it in my portfolio, but I'm always open to criticism.

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The concept is from a good friend who is the Art Director at www.supervillainstudios.com.

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# 2 15-12-2005 , 05:43 AM
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# 3 15-12-2005 , 05:51 AM
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Detail of engine

Close up of engine.

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# 4 15-12-2005 , 06:00 AM
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Nice design! I Like it

# 5 15-12-2005 , 06:05 AM
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Thanks! It's about 8500 polys, but I think I used too many in details that folks will never see, and not enough on things like bevelled edges, and places where more polys should go. Needed to finish this for a portfolio submission, otherwise I'd still be working on it.

I'm open to constructive comments as well. Thanks!

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Bit boxy for my taste, but still looks good. Can you show some other angles please?



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# 7 16-12-2005 , 01:02 AM
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These are the rest I have rendered. I can provide textures as well if you like.

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# 10 16-12-2005 , 01:02 PM
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Looks like a ship from this video game I used to love called warhawk
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nice work though :attn:


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One thing that bothered me more than anything else, were contrasts in edges. Some of the edges were really sharp (unrealistic), while others were maybe a little too smooth for the model (ex: the wing structure). You should try and find a happy medium where the contrast isnt so noticeable.

# 12 17-12-2005 , 11:50 PM
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That's the thing. If you could see the original, you'd know why I did it that way. I'll see if I can get permission from the artist (and a good friend) for comparison. I know it's boxy. I was wondering how far "artistic license" can be taken with something like this, you know?

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# 13 18-12-2005 , 02:01 AM
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Cool. Looks like the Pelican in halo.

Nice design, I would like to take a look at that website, but its down at the moment.

Looks good. Also, maybe it would be better if you beveled the edges just a bit so it didnt look too "boxy"

Nice work mate.


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