University presentation pitch - Slide Two

As previously mentioned in my blogs feed, I am currently in the process of developing a presentation that will serve to pitch myself in order to request a place at potential universities in the north east. The quality of this presentation as well as my presentation skills is a deciding factor as to whether or not I could get a place. Therefore, it goes without saying the importance that is placed upon creating a unique presentation for the purposes of this pitch.

The presentation that I am creating is required to follow set parameters. These parametres give you five slides only to use when creating a presentaiton, but give you only four topics to cover these slides. Therefore a single slide has been gifted as a free oppitunity to do what I want with in. In regards to this slide I have chosen to divde: Inspiration and research methods into seperate slides. I have done this because I believe these two topics are not similer and would benefit from been discussed seperatly.

The content of slide two shall consist of my inspirations within animation and illustration. I have broken this up into 4 artists that I have an interest in, making sure to showcase at least one piece of their work that inspires me. When the presentation happens, I shall use these pictures as a reference when I express my interest in the artist.

I have depicted the setting of this slide to be set on a dining table. I did this because some of my most inspiring conversations happen whilst I am enjoying lunch or spending time at the table. I wanted to incorporate this setting into my slide design to add an organic personal touch to the work. I made sure to pay special attention in making the room feel 'real'. I did this by generating a cluttered expression with the frames varying styles and positioning.

My main vision for this slide was to create an interesting design that varies in style but maintain their consistency. It is important as an aspiring animator and illustrator to master visual measuring and consistency within the style. This is a trait I wanted to express through my work. Overall, I am personally satisfied with my second slide.

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University presentation pitch - Slide One

As previously mentioned in my blogs feed, I am currently in the process of developing a presentation that will serve to pitch myself in order to request a place at potential universities in the north east. The quality of this presentation as well as my presentation skills is a deciding factor as to whether or not I could get a place. Therefore, it goes without saying the importance that is placed upon creating a unique presentation for the purposes of this pitch.

The presentation that I am creating is required to follow set parameters. These parametres give you five slides only to use when creating a presentaiton, but give you only four topics to cover these slides. Therefore a single slide has been gifted as a free oppitunity to do what I want with in. In regards to this slide I have chosen to divde: Inspiration and research methods into seperate slides. I have done this because I believe these two topics are not similer and would benefit from been discussed seperatly. 

The first slide I have created will represent the topic of research methods. I have taken the liberty of expanding upon this subject from research methods to workflow methods. Covering not only how I approach a topic, but how I am managing a project. This is the slide I have created:

On the left hand side is a series of 'Leaflets' Featuring my most common stages of production in more detail. On the right hand side is a summed up technique I use when approaching projects. (At the top right hand corner is an acceptance letter onto the course, for that whole already deserve a place approach *Wink*) 

My main vision for this slide was to create an interesting composition that really expressed my interest and unique perspective when it came to workflow. I wanted to express without using words that I was intuitive and could think outside the box. Overall, I am personally satisfied with the first slide of my presentation.  

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Quick Update! - Plans from April to September 2017

Hello everyone! I just wanted to fill you all in on a quick update.

July 2017 will be the end of my time studying 'Level 3 Animation, Game and VFX' at Newcastle college. After 2 years of studying I have learnt many skills in various software's as well as workflow techniques. I have come so far in my aspirations to become an industry standard animator and illustrator and I'm excited for what the future holds for me. 

From now until the end of July I will be creating a portfolio and presentation in order to pitch myself to various courses at university's I am currently applying for. I will be sharing my development for my presentation here on my blog so that you can all appreciate the creative development. 

Presentation plans 

The challenge that each university has given me for my presentations development is as follows: 

• Your presentation is only allowed to be 5 slides long (An introduction slide is counted as part of the five)
• Try and make each slide as creative as possible (This doesn't affect our decision but it sure helps!) 
• The slides must discus the following 4 topics: Inspiration and research methods, Current work in development and fully realized, What I want from HE and Career aspirations.

The real challenge that had been placed before me was to create a unique and creative presentation for the purposes of displaying my interests and ideals. Not only does the presentation have to be practical but by standing out as unique appears a cut above the rest securing my place within any potential foundation or degree. 

After much reflection and pondering I have decided that I would create each slide for my presentation on paper by handing drawing each detail. Each slide would appear to be a perspective of a house, with the contents of the slide been displayed as picture frames, leaflets or objects positioned within the rooms. As the slides go forward each room would journey through the house until I have covered each topic ending in the study. 

I believe by taking the time to explore this Idea fully I can generate a unique, organic and interesting presentation. 

Final show

Although I am preparing myself to move onto the next step in my aspiration's journey, my time at Newcastle college is not over yet. Coming up is the grand finale to everything I have been studying for, the final show. This show shall shall consist of an exhibition showcasing my and classes work to the public in an open evening show. 

For this show each student is required and challenged to create their own project of their own choosing to showcase at the event. I am planning to create an illustration and an animation to showcase my skills and add to my portfolio. This illustration shall most likely consist of a background that shall be used within the animation.

Thank you!

To everyone that has taken to time to follow my work you have my thanks. Sick juju has allowed me to explore my studies creatively and I cannot wait to share more with you.

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Tribe city - Presentation Pitch

In the industry around us it is increasingly important for companys to mock up potential ideas for the purposes of pitches and presentations.The most common way games make it into development and into the market place is through a sales pitch to a company publisher. 

Publishers are often the only way to fund a games project when going into the market which places a great importance on first impressions in the sale pitch. As an aspiring animator and illustrator it is important for myself that i develop a good understanding into presentation and social skills in order to meet the requirements of future opportunity.

The following presentation was created to pitch my designed game tribe city. It was important that I take great consideration into learning a rough speech in order to explain my games design concept fully.

 

 

 

When I entered the room i Immediately went and shook both individuals hands that I would be pitching too and introduced myself. This was important because it is a great social foundation for the pitch breaking the ice and giving a relaxed environment. Although I was nervous before the event, by putting myself out there and introducing myself I ensured my confidence was leading me and not my fear.  

Upon setting up my presentation I made sure to maintain attention towards the people I was pitching too and not read from the slides. I ensured that I read my audience taking the time to iterate on a points where confusion came across there faces. Initially there was much confusion but once my design illustrations came upon the screen there was satisfaction and expression over what they liked about the designs.

Feed back 

Unit 68 is designed to develop my understanding and skills when developing an idea for a pitch. By having the opportunity to present my work in front of games design lecturers, I was able to receive feed back to reflect upon. 

Both individuals agreed that i had social approached the topic well, they felt I had talked to them and not at them. This was engaging for them and they did not feel disconnected at any point. They both were in agreement that there was too much words at the beginning, they suggested that I space out my pictures and explanations together giving the audience assistance in understanding my idea. 

Each individual enjoyed and liked the styles I was approaching suggesting that it was appealing and engaging. There was concern however that my environment and characters lacked consistency and suggested that I made effort and took the time to adjust this to make better continuity in the game. 

Overall I am satisfied with this opportunity and I feel I have developed skills and feedback that will assist me in future projects as well as opportunity in the industry. This development has assisted me in my constant progress in becoming and industry standard animator and illustrator. 

Would you buy this game? Do you like the mock up? Comment below!  

Have a question? Want to get in contact? Email me at: Sickjujuu@gmail.com 

Tribe city - Marketing

In the industry around us it is increasingly important for companys to mock up potential ideas for the purposes of pitches and presentations. Every game requires a form of exposure otherwise no one will know anything about the game or enough to even find it. 

App logo design and app store mock ups is the perfect way to conceptulise the first insight into how the product will be viewed from the customers perspective. This kind of conceptulisation is important when presenting a pitch as it allows publishers to really get an impression if their interested in paying out or not.

 

App Icon initial design

 

App store - Mock up

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Tribe City - Logo design

The first thing every player see's with every game is the logo. Logos are a critical aspect of business marketing. As the a company's major graphical representation, a logo anchors a company's brand and becomes the single most visible manifestation of the game within the target market.

Therefore it goes without saying that there is much importance placed upon not only creating a noticeable, memorable and appealing logo, but creating an accurate one that represents the games elements in one graphic.

When exploring the potential possibilities for tribe city's logo things I took into consideration where, texture, colour and form. These are the elements that stick in your mine when recalling or viewing a brand logo. 

Tribe city is a brawler game. When asked what image game to mind when considering a brawler most suggested a graphic that is dirty, intense and full of 'rush'. Great examples of this kind of logo is games such as 'Street fighter'. This fact in mind I began by creating and utilising harsh and rough brushes within illustrator. The brushes I used were created to imitate the texture of a paint brush.

Again in reflection to the rush and 'kick ass' nature of brawler games I decided to use a colour palette that reflection upon the passion and danger games off this stereotype had by using yellows, oranges and red. This choice not only creates a bold and eye-catching design but really pushes the idea of intimidation and intensity.

Overall in reflection to my logo research and knowledge in brawler stereotypes I am satisfied that tribe cities logo design fully captures and represents the nature of the game. 

Do you like tribe citys logo? what do you think of the colours? Comment below!  

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Tribe city - Brawl Mock up

''Tribe city attempts to push the boundaries of a brawler style game by adding strategy elements, but lets not forget the intense adrenaline a brawl can bring!''

The core aspect to each tribe city match is the brawl. Due to this there is an importance placed upon the experience of the brawl, if your core gameplay isn't fun the game isn't fun. 

It was my desire when designing the brawl screen to imitate the genuine expression that is given to hand drawn characters throughout early 1920s animation. This was my intention because i wanted to create a fight that felt good to play, each moment had to feel impactful.



The environment design had originated as a flat coloured 3d render. In order to create continuity between my hand drawn assets and my 3d rendered I utilised textures that invoked a handprinted expression ( similar to that of a 1920s cartoon ).

I wanted the health bar to be basic in design, this was intentionally chosen to ensure no focus was taken away from the main brawl at hand whilst maintaining the functionality of a health bar.

What do you think of my brawl mock up? Would you play tribe city? Comment below!  

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Tribe City - Inital overworld map design

''When you ask the generic gamer what they think a brawler is, the common answer is a competitive series of maneuvers by memorizing patterns. (Mostly instinctive) 

Tribe city take this a step further, and gives the player with an analytical brain an edge.'' 

When designing the over world map for tribe city I wanted to create balance, no team would have an advantage with positioning. I wanted the visual style of the map to invoke the impression that you are playing on a game board. In order to relay this expression i made sure to give the map thickness and depth. I also added pipes that ran underneath the roads and pipes to give the board that little extra charm. 

Because of the that 3d creates when designing a style in this way, I attempted to texture each panel to have a gentle painted feeling. This was so that when the map came into contact with the characters, the map would not contrast with the hand drawn style of the characters. 

This map mock up features 2 base camps both right and left of the board, with the hospital at the top, supermarket central & the gym featured at the bottom. 

  

Do you like the design of my map mock up? Which building would you capture first:? Comment below!  

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Tribe city - Goons

Continuing with my development of my game ''tribe city'', I have devised and finalized my basic concept for controllable units. Each unit shall be refereed to as ''Goons''.

Each tribe within tribe city features a platoon of ''Goons'' ruled by a ''Chief'' Goons are the basic foot solider of the strategy brawler, and have the most basic statistics throughout the game. Chiefs only come out when the all the ''Goons'' are currently out of action.

All Goons:

The style i wanted to bring to Tribe city was a slightly goofy but visually appealing expression that is common for most App style game play. I Hand draw each character as separate limbs and body parts. This was so that i could create a mock up character creation screen within Adobe Photoshop. By toggling the layers on and off I could adjust and create characters to my liking, reminiscent to a character creation screen.

Example ''Goons'' Closeup:

''Goons are the foot soldiers of every tribe'' 

From the very beginning of tribe city's development I wanted to create a style that was reminiscent of ancient civilizations culture in a modern contemporary fashion. 

The versions of my characters I currently have designed is based upon ancient Mayan culture. Tribe 'Leopard' is the name I have given to my example tribe. The name was devised because of the importance and strength that the Mayan culture placed upon the image leopards had. 

Tribe Chief:

''You want something done, you have to do it yourself!''

When the strength of a tribe becomes brittle, The chief is the one that fights to unite us!

As a mechanic in the game play, I had taken consideration into a fail safe if all goons become out of action. If such an event should occur, A chief appears with enhanced statisitcs to give the loosing team a chance to fight back. The chief remains on the field until either:

• He is defeated
• The full team is revived
• 2 full turns pass

''A chief is given his mask as a trophy of strength, He never takes it off''

I hope you are all having a great march so far! I shall continue to keep you all upto date with my Animation and Illustrations! Keep posted for more content! :)

Do yo like my character design? What other tribes should I design? Comment below! 

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Character design - Tribe city 'Leopard'

Currently at newcastle college as part of my studies, I am designing the visuals and assets as a proposial for a potential app game. The game I am designing is called 'Tribe city'. The game features two 'gang like' tribes that are competiting for dominance in a city. 

One of the tribes I am designing is called 'Tribe Leopard'. This tribe is based upon ancient 'Mayan' culture combined with contemporay fashion. Below is the results of my first concept for the gang style:

   

After much iteration and experimentation with styles, I am satisfied with this design moving forward. The style I was aiming for, was a style that was playful and engaging in nature with a defined personality. I wanted the clothing to represent ancient mayan culture but push the personality of contemporary fashion. 

I shall keep you all posted with further iterations! Thank you all for the support! 

Do yo like my character design? What other tribes should I design? Comment below! 

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