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We have an idea going over in the Xara Gallery about posting a forum-wide challenge of a symbol of renewal--the mythological phoenix--the idea is to create one with your program of choice in any style or version which you like. It would be so cool to see all the different varieties and versions people can use their imagination and come up with. It translates well into logo and abstract techniques--anything goes. There is already a posting in the Gallery and one in the Xara Gallery (info on the symbolism, origin,etc. can be found on pg 2 of the "Brandon Lee" thread in the Xara Gallery if anyone is interested).
Time to show off your favorite program.
---As The Crow Flies!---
Maya [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
[This message was edited by Crow Haven on April 19, 2002 at 12:23.]
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We have an idea going over in the Xara Gallery about posting a forum-wide challenge of a symbol of renewal--the mythological phoenix--the idea is to create one with your program of choice in any style or version which you like. It would be so cool to see all the different varieties and versions people can use their imagination and come up with. It translates well into logo and abstract techniques--anything goes. There is already a posting in the Gallery and one in the Xara Gallery (info on the symbolism, origin,etc. can be found on pg 2 of the "Brandon Lee" thread in the Xara Gallery if anyone is interested).
Time to show off your favorite program.
---As The Crow Flies!---
Maya [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
[This message was edited by Crow Haven on April 19, 2002 at 12:23.]
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to start off with...
(David, maybe post yours here again too if you'd like).
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Maya
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http://www.dkingdesign.com/stuff/pho...es/phoenix.jpg
this was osted before but I thought I'd add it here too ... I'm working on another as I type [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
David K ... www.dkingdesign.com http://www.dkingdesign.com/stuff/signature.jpg
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But I may not get to participate so here is one done by hand, almost all the way, had a tad of XaraX in there, so I guess it qualifies....
The image for those not familiar with Marvel comics Group is a pic I did of the Dark Phoenix from the X-Men comic.
Marvel Girl in her first incarnation, a telekinetic "marvel" in the X-Men. Then she was the giver of life in her second incarnation as the "Phoenix" and then the taker of life as the "Dark Phoenix". Jean Grey is now just Jean Grey again in the comics world, not the Dark Phoenix, Phoenix or Marvel Girl. She's a very interesting character that I love to read about her adventures every month.
Enjoy [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
RAMwolff [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
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Done entirely in Xara X. I may try one in Photoshop to see how well I can do in my "native" software.
Dale
Why, I’m afraid I can’t explain myself, sir, because I’m not myself, you know...
- Lewis Carroll
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created by combining Painter Classic & Xara X.
Regards, Ross
<a href=http://www.designstop.com/>DesignStop.Com</a>
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It's off to a beautiful start!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img] I'm so glad, David, that you decided to post yours together here as yours is so marvelous, and this is, after all your idea!!!---and speaking of a marvel, RAMWolff, "Phoenix" belongs here!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img] It's great how much variety there can be with just a single subject! Dale, I LOVE the firey colors and effect, looks just like it's in flight--gorgeous,and yes, this is for any program you like to use or combinations of aps---the thing here is the result! Very exciting guys!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
---As The Crow Flies!---
Maya
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The texture reminds me of lava and petrogylphs! Very ancient and mysterious looking, and it just radiates volcanic heat!!! Cool/Hot [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img] !!!
Great idea!
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Maya
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Photoshop/Graphire 4x5 ~Vp~ 02
::edit:: oops, guess I havent figured out the correct way to attach an image [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_redface.gif[/img]
::edit 2:: Well I tried to edit my post , but cant see an option for making the image appear in the thread as opposed to just being a downloadble attachment ? Humble apologies to the regulars. If a mod can/wants to do the honours, please feel free [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
Nice work by everyone btw and thanks Maya
well helps with thread size ! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
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your phoenix is such a fun one and I love the feathers and effects---it would be great if you'd like to add the image as a regular attachment so it will be immediately viewable with the others! Your phoenix has a lot of personality and made me smile [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img] !!! Thanks for sharing it!!!
---As The Crow Flies!---
Maya
P.S. If you haven't already discovered the way to attach your file...right after you type the text body of the message scroll down a ways till you see the upload attachment box, check it, then go back up to your message and click the "Post" button which then takes you to the next part where you type your title for the piece and then browse to your selected file. After which just click the "Upload Attachment" and after a bit it will tell you it has completed that task.
Go in under edit, scroll down to "Options" and click the underlined "Upload an attachment"...
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[This message was edited by Crow Haven on April 19, 2002 at 15:53.]
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Okay, below is the phoenix by Vogonpoet! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
[This message was edited by Crow Haven on April 19, 2002 at 16:14.]
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wow ... some nice posts already
Ramwolf's looks as good here as in the other forum ... nice to see her here too [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif[/img]
Dale I like you different interpretation and the colours and forms are nice [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
Ross has a seriously hot molten look happening there which looks very uncomfortable for the poor bird [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_eek.gif[/img]
vogonpoet ... your's looks like he/she's actually enjoying a warm bath [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
here's another one I did using the demo for Expressions 2 ( www.creaturehouse.com ) which is a purely vector program I'm trying out. It has awesome line drawing and even some impressive watery line styles. All lines are affected by tablet pressure which is cool.
http://www.dkingdesign.com/stuff/exp...2/phoenix1.jpg
David K ... www.dkingdesign.com http://www.dkingdesign.com/stuff/signature.jpg
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Thanks Maya!
I have been reading some other threads about image posting and tested a bit in the 'testing' forum, but it seems that maybe my browser is having issue with uploading to this particular forum. No worries, and thanks for your help [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img] Sorry for interupting the continuity of this thread.
~Vp~
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Another method for posting is this ...
ftp your image to your own webspace (I think most free hosting places like geocities won't allow this to work right). Then go to that in a browser and copy the url
post it here in your message window like this
(img)http://www.talkgraphicspic.com/mypic.jpg(/img)
except don't type the ( or ) but use [ and ] brackets .... I just typed it like that so it would show as text and not try to show the pic
David K ... www.dkingdesign.com http://www.dkingdesign.com/stuff/signature.jpg
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Thanks for the info David, I am familiar with UBB Code so I shall host images locally on my server in future. Cheers ! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_cool.gif[/img]
~Vp~
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Vogonpoet---was glad to help post it!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img] It seems we don't have a moderator for this gallery...so I just did what I could. Maybe one will drop in and tiddy up our posting and get it placed within your post eventually.
Another cool one David!!! That sounds like an interesting vector program...I'll have to go check it out, looks like it can produce some neat effects with painting too [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img] .
Stu (Kiwi) over in the 3D forum has also contributed a wonderful phoenix---be sure to see it, I've asked if he would add it here.
Well, great start to the challenge and already it's a pleasure to view thanks to everyone [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img] !
---As The Crow Flies!---
Maya
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and it's getting late...
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Maya [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
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I created this in Xara3D4
I think that with all these great posts, at least the North American bias needs redressing ;-)
Egg
[This message was edited by Egg Bramhill on April 19, 2002 at 22:40.]
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Thanks for joining in!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img] Love your firey flame effect! Yes, I think this challenge is refreshing and fun---emphasizing creativity, and that we are, and our creations are, a great deal more than just about what programs we choose to use. Bravo! We are hoping people from everywhere will join in [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img] .
Thanks Egg!!!
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Maya
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Hi Maya,
People have responded very nicely to the Pheonix challenge. Great images Everyone! I thought I'd use Painter Classic for my entry ;-)
This was my first use of Painter Classic and the Graphire tablet [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_rolleyes.gif[/img]
Soquili
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I just posted you a reply in the painter forum hoping you'd post your neat phoenix over here---and you did!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img] Thanks!!! This is neat with the brush texture and great contrast of colors!!!
---As The Crow Flies!---
Maya
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Here's another done using Xara X.
Soquili
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too Soquili!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img] Boy, the image really brings out fun play with colors too--very vibrant and good contrasts of warm and cool. I like the wing tips design and depth to the body as well. FUN!!! I'm having fun just seeing others ideas and uses of all sorts of programs--very inspiring, and a relaxing way to "play" and just enjoy creating without any pressures. Very nice, Soquili!!! Oh, there's also another new one over in the Photopaint forum by Cheryl--really wonderful and very interesting textures and techniques too, don't miss it!
I just finished goofing around with Painter Classic and then put it in XaraX to see how else I might modify it...will post it next...
Thanks Soquili! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
---As The Crow Flies!---
Maya
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mixing Painter Classic and XaraX---why not! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
---As The Crow Flies!---
Maya
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Maya it is great seeing everyone's Pheonix images. Your latest is excellent, I love the colours.
Soquili
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I posted in the Photopaint forum too. I Accidently posted another one trying to post here.
Sorry.
Cheryl [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
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great to see your phoenix here too Cheryl!!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
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Maya
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hey hey, you all have done wunderful worx with this phoenix challenge [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
me, I have ta learn how to use my digi pad better...ugggg
http://www3.telus.net/thegidgitzone/phoenixsm.jpg
keep em coming folks [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
oh, and Stu, I agree in that you really have a flair that would look very nice in the design world, t-shirts or otherwise...way ta go bud [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
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Your design is cool, and also I think would make a wonderful design element in other media---would be a great jewelry piece also!!! Thanks for giving us the opportunity to see your artwork and joining in! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
---As The Crow Flies!---
Maya
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The Goddess of life/Death/&Everything would be so pleased to see such an outpouring of love and repect to what she has to do day in and day out. Too heavy a statement??? Not really [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
All sorts of images flow into my head and ideas of how to create them in PhotoPaint and XaraX. It's amazing and much appreciated inspiration [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
I am rating this thread with a resounding 5 stars. It's earned it!!!!
RAMWolff [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
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Thought I'd try something that I would usually do in Xara X, and see how it went.
It went slowly! Xara is so fast, and slowing down to use the non-intuitive Illustrator functions is almost painful! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_frown.gif[/img]
The jpeg compression was better in Illustrator, though. Not so much banding.
Dale
Why, I’m afraid I can’t explain myself, sir, because I’m not myself, you know...
- Lewis Carroll
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Fertile challenge! Here's my Phoenix done entirely in Painter 6, in about 8 layers.
I concentrated on the "rising from the ashes" aspect - when the cataclysm has passed then hope can rise from devastation. The ground was painted on with Soft Charcoal and Photo Brush-Grain variant to make it look more ashy. The flakes of ash thrown up by the beating wings were done with the Pixel Spray airbrush.
The pall of smoke (Digital Airbrush) was remembered from this summer's bushfires, and that led me to put in some gumtree branches.
A Happy Accident occurred - I was going to apply the Burnt Edges plug-in to the edges of the picture but forgot I still had the Bird layer selected, which left me with one well-charred Phoenix - I had to keep it!
So many great images in this thread!
Maeve
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I just got back from town and planting some spring flowers---and here's some more excellent artwork!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
Dale---I absolutely loved your first phoenix image and this one is really cool too...interesting what the other programs encourage...I have only two (XaraX and PainterClassic with the PhotoshopLE which is a much smaller version of the one people here use, and I've really only used it so far to work on photos), but Illustrator should be an interesting one to use...why not use the best of each program you have. You've done great designs for the phoenix!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
Maeve---Really a knock out image with the "happy accident" charring! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img] That is how it happens sometimes while just experimenting with techniques and you make discoveries--this added a really interesting burnt edge texture and the ashes are wonderful too!!! I've not seen your work before and am so glad you decided to show us this marvelous creation! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
Thanks again Dale and Maeve for contributing your visions!!!
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Maya
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All these images are very inspirational, so I just had to have another bash.
The original bird is from the Xara clip art, but I've created an bitmap, traced it an beveled the shapes.
Egg
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'Morning everyone! Here is my challenge done in PSP7 with the help of a couple of third party filters.
Have a good one!
Carolyn
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'Morning everyone! Here is my challenge done in PSP7 with the help of a couple of third party filters.
Have a good one!
Carolyn
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It's great, Carolyn! You really get the feeling it is rising from the smoke and ashes. Well done!
Joelle
The sandcastles of our lives are nothing when compared to the tides of our destinies.
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very nice .... I like it ...nice colours [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif[/img]
David K ... www.dkingdesign.com http://www.dkingdesign.com/stuff/signature.jpg
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The colors are wonderful and I really like how the phoenix is looking toward the rising sun--really sets the mood of coming out of the ashes to a new beginning! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
Thanks for joining in with us and sharing your art!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_biggrin.gif[/img]
---As The Crow Flies!---
Maya
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Really cool effects Egg!!! The Phoenix looks very 3D/sculptural!!! The flame shape and effect works very well with it. The textures on the Phoenix reminds me of like a paper mache', you'd never guess it was a digital piece! FUN! Glad you brought us another one to enjoy---thanks so much!!! [img]/infopop/emoticons/icon_wink.gif[/img]
---As The Crow Flies!---
Maya