Graphics
In the Graphics Section this issue, there are a variety of Graphics articles to be read. This month we have an interview with Cookthechef and a special article of the Pixel Studio Collaboration Puzzle. Beret's monthly Spot the Fake is exceptionally difficult. We also have the month's special graphics awards and the summary of the SoTW. Please enjoy this month's article of Sal's Realm Newspaper.
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-Cookthechef
Interview with Cookthechef - By: Red
Cookthechef, also known as Hugthechef and '07, is a prominent figure at the Graphics section. In the last issue, his "Uncle Sam is in the Heezie" was selected Large Piece of the Month. Besides doing larger artwork he is also an active signature maker, and you can find several samples on his deviantArt profile cookthechef.deviantart.com
We approached him about his works and experience with graphics.
- Hi there. You've been around in the graphics section for a while. How old are you?
14 and a 5/6
- How long have you been making graphics? Why did you start?
What got me interested was seeing buddy kits, I did that for around 2-3 months. I recieved the program Adobe Photoshop Elements, later I bought Adobe Photoshop CS2 with an employee discount. I've been doing graphics Since about May 2006, about eight months.
Some beginning pieces
- What's your favorite style?
Abstract or Old Retro Abstract.
- Do you have any favorite works or artists?
jshn
ontwerpje
mesme8
xRuMpx
blindn
and
favorite piece
- What version of Photoshop do you use?
Photoshop CS2.
- Where do you get inspiration for your work?
Music, friends, photographs, everyday life. Most important I find many artists at Sal's Runescape Forum such as Celtic, Red, and Enigma very inspiring and many artists on deviantArt.com.
- Can you explain how you made this sig?
I used c4d's, a couple custom brushes, and many filters. I used my knowledge of depth and lighting to create the lovely effects.
- Could you show us some samples of your work, and say something about them?
Favorite sig (new):
This piece I like the colors and the lights. I aquired this image from http://www.sxc.hu/index.phtml. I used c4d's and coloring abilites to create the overall feel to it. I also used basic photo editing to adjust the picture to my likings.
Favorite sig (old):
What I like most about this are the great effects and how it flows, the text is fairly nice also.
- I see you have uploaded several signature packs on DeviantArt - could you say a few words about this one?
Umm I don't quite like it. :p The last is one of my favorites though. Truthfully I do not care for much of my stuff because i can be very nitpicky and look at the small details. The first two were nice, although I believe I have greatly improved.
- In your opinion, what is the hardest thing when making a signature?
To start off, I would say image choice and text. Along with colors. Deciding on the basic image can be very difficult, because it may create a totally alternate style for the signature.
- Do you have any tips for new sig makers?
Keep trying, read tutorials, learn the skills. Don't copy off others, use inspiration and manipulate styles, make things your own. Take it from someone who knows
I recommend these sites:
Free Stock site
Resources
Newest tutorial, not for beginners
Beginner Tutorial, just to get familiar with some of the tools
- Has Sal's gfx section affected you in any way as an artist, and how?
Yes - it has not only given me resources to work with, but it has supported my ideas and given me advice through these achievements.
- Do you think you'll pursue a career involving graphics?
Yes, my career will involve some form of art. I plan being in advertising or just a regular artist. Recently I have been working on my more detailed large piece, I hope to make it look nice and work hard so I can print it and hang it up in my room.
That's great to hear, Cook. Thank you for your time and keep up the good work.
Anytime : )
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Spot the Fakes - By: Beret
Can you spot all the fakes in this RuneScape picture?
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Try to find all of the fakes. There are 20 fakes in the picture. The answers can be found in the credits.
Good Luck!
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The Sal's Graphics Worm - Written By: SteveSal's Graphics Worm
As usual, the graphics section has been working hard on the worm. We have recently passed 20 pieces of work, created by 13 different artists. Since the last issue of the Sal's Realm Newspaper was released, seven new pieces have been made. Here's a small preview of these pieces, but make sure to click on them and view the full sized worm.
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Pixel Studio Collaboration Puzzle - Written By: Cookthechef
The Pixel Studio Collaboration Puzzle is a puzzle consisting of twenty-five 65 by 62 pixel boxes to create all full square. Each piece blends in the the pieces adjacent to it. Although the puzzle has been completed, there are chances there maybe another one.
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Avatar of the Month
After voting, we have decided on the Avatar of the Month! The newspaper staff voted on their favorite avatars that have been used on Sal's.
Congratulations to Steve!
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Signature of the Month
As well as voting for the Avatar of the Month, we also voted for the best signature made since the last issue.
Congratulations to Celtic!
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Large Piece of the Month
We have also continued to have a large piece of the month competition.
Congratulations to Warp!
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SoTW Results - Info Gathered By: Drolleke
Many weeks on Sal's the graphics department has SoTW competitions. SoTW stands for Signature of the Week. In these competitions, anybody can submit their own work into the competition as long as it follows the rules given by whoever is hosting the competition during the given week. A topic is created so everybody can vote on the pieces, and whoever gets the most wins is the winner for the week. You can click on the preview to view the full sized signature.
 1st: (tie) Eva |
 2nd: (tie) Arch |
 3rd: floating bob |
1st: Cookthechef |
 2nd: Sephter |
 3rd: (tie) Drolleke |
 3rd: (tie) Sanji |
 1st: Sephter |
 2nd: (tie) Ashish |
 2nd: (tie) Cookthechef |
 1st: Tenacious V |
 2nd: Eva |
 3rd: Steve |
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