2009-09-08T06:31:10-04:00 2009-09-08T06:31:10-04:00 32 2009-05-22T15:01:52-04:00 4 color design for Dukes of The Kumatai. Leeches and a fetus in agony. Can't go wrong with that. I did the text as well. <a href="http://img194.imageshack.us/img194/5191/dukesleechedshirtprevie.png">Larger</a> 48 37001 47951 Leeched 2206 1 2009-11-08T04:52:31-05:00 1233 http://cache1.emptees.com/images/137841/leeched.jpg Lineart framed; <img src="http://img194.imageshack.us/img194/9306/leechedinked.png" /> 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T15:02:21-04:00 887511 2206 2009-05-22T15:02:29-04:00 Amazing, and great linework 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T15:10:21-04:00 887641 6279 2009-05-22T15:10:42-04:00 Excellent work Aaron. 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T15:18:04-04:00 887801 7093 2009-05-22T15:18:04-04:00 <blockquote><cite>DeadRight said:</cite> Excellent work Aaron.</blockquote> <blockquote><cite>Metalhand said:</cite> Amazing, and great linework</blockquote> thank you! the lineart is actually 11x14 btw. i guess i should include that up there. oh well. 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T15:18:54-04:00 887821 2206 2009-05-22T15:18:54-04:00 I think that the text is pretty sweet, the colors and distress are awesome, and the linework is great. The lines in some places make me think of Lenjer, which is amazing. I think the core illustration is pretty weak though. I generally wouldn't comment, figuring that maybe there's some abstract element that is going over my head, but it keeps me from being able to be way into it. It's like putting a bunch of amazing embellishment on an illo that you didn't put much thought into. I definitely think that Anatomy, Proportion, and Depth in your figures are holding your work back. I think you have a really strong style, but with a stronger use of the fundamentals, it would be killer. 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T16:14:12-04:00 888381 997 2009-05-22T16:14:12-04:00 You rule so hard Aaron! As always, the color killer! 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T16:42:26-04:00 888721 8921 2009-05-22T16:42:26-04:00 <blockquote><cite>heavyprints said:</cite> I think that the text is pretty sweet, the colors and distress are awesome, and the linework is great. The lines in some places make me think of Lenjer, which is amazing. I think the core illustration is pretty weak though. I generally wouldn't comment, figuring that maybe there's some abstract element that is going over my head, but it keeps me from being able to be way into it. It's like putting a bunch of amazing embellishment on an illo that you didn't put much thought into. I definitely think that Anatomy, Proportion, and Depth in your figures are holding your work back. I think you have a really strong style, but with a stronger use of the fundamentals, it would be killer.</blockquote> thanks for the constructive criticism, for sure. i'd have to disagree on the thought part though, i took alot of time and effort sketching and inking this, and i always try and take my time with each and every piece. if you can tell by my other work, i usually don't do just normal anatomy, i always add some sort of abstract feel to it, with distorted limbs, etc. this piece i think is pretty correct anatomically, i referenced a fetal picture to get the elements correct, but it's supposed to look as if the fetus is being crushed and wrapped up with the leeches. I've been trying to ink darker and thicker, because it shows up so much better on the actually prints of the design. Trust me, everyone can always improve on proportions and anatomy, that's a never ending cycle of learning. I always try and practice the fundamentals by doing figure sketches in my spare time too. Sorry you feel the illy is weak though... 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T16:57:20-04:00 888831 2206 2009-05-22T16:57:20-04:00 <blockquote><cite>heavyprints said:</cite> I definitely think that Anatomy, Proportion, and Depth in your figures are holding your work back. I think you have a really strong style, but with a stronger use of the fundamentals, it would be killer.</blockquote> I'm not sure that Aaron has a problem with the fundamentals. I think that since his work is surreal in nature, he purposely distorts the proportions to give that uneasy/nightmarish quality that is his mark. Sure, he could spend his time trying to create a photorealistic piece. But thats not the style he's going for, you know? The thing about Aaron's work is it invokes a gut reaction. You to either love it or hate it. I personally love it. 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T17:09:05-04:00 888951 3884 2009-05-22T17:09:05-04:00 <blockquote><cite>ghostforhire said:</cite> <blockquote><cite>heavyprints said:</cite> I definitely think that Anatomy, Proportion, and Depth in your figures are holding your work back. I think you have a really strong style, but with a stronger use of the fundamentals, it would be killer.</blockquote> I'm not sure that Aaron has a problem with the fundamentals. I think that since his work is surreal in nature, he purposely distorts the proportions to give that uneasy/nightmarish quality that is his mark. Sure, he could spend his time trying to create a photorealistic piece. But thats not the style he's going for, you know? The thing about Aaron's work is it invokes a gut reaction. You to either love it or hate it. I personally love it.</blockquote> well put. I couldn't figure out the words to say it myself haha 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T17:13:03-04:00 888971 7945 2009-05-22T17:13:03-04:00 <blockquote><cite>ghostforhire said:</cite> <blockquote><cite>heavyprints said:</cite> I definitely think that Anatomy, Proportion, and Depth in your figures are holding your work back. I think you have a really strong style, but with a stronger use of the fundamentals, it would be killer.</blockquote> I'm not sure that Aaron has a problem with the fundamentals. I think that since his work is surreal in nature, he purposely distorts the proportions to give that uneasy/nightmarish quality that is his mark. Sure, he could spend his time trying to create a photorealistic piece. But thats not the style he's going for, you know? The thing about Aaron's work is it invokes a gut reaction. You to either love it or hate it. I personally love it.</blockquote> thanks for loving it ;) i generally don't expect to reach over 6o loves on emptees, my work never does well with this community, but i'm glad a few people like it ;) 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T17:21:11-04:00 889021 2206 2009-05-22T17:22:13-04:00 Aye, I'm not trying to bash your art or say you don't spend enough time on it. I have been a supporter of your art on Emptees since way back in the early days. Just wanted to make that clear. I just feel that if you pushed the rendering of your figures further that your art would be stronger. I may be incorrect, a big part of criticism is knowing what to ignore. Hah. Nothing but love man. 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T17:37:50-04:00 889231 997 2009-05-22T17:37:50-04:00 <blockquote><cite>heavyprints said:</cite> I think that the text is pretty sweet, the colors and distress are awesome, and the linework is great. The lines in some places make me think of Lenjer, which is amazing. I think the core illustration is pretty weak though. I generally wouldn't comment, figuring that maybe there's some abstract element that is going over my head, but it keeps me from being able to be way into it. It's like putting a bunch of amazing embellishment on an illo that you didn't put much thought into. I definitely think that Anatomy, Proportion, and Depth in your figures are holding your work back. I think you have a really strong style, but with a stronger use of the fundamentals, it would be killer.</blockquote> 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T17:43:06-04:00 889311 2314 2009-05-22T17:43:06-04:00 Also, everyone is entitled you their own opinion. When someone offers crit they are taking their time to help you better your art. Its always something to think about. 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T17:44:02-04:00 889331 2314 2009-05-22T17:44:02-04:00 I've loved aarons work since like 06 or before - i cant even remember but i remember being drawn to your myspace before i was even making designs cus of a sweet ribcage design. I remember staring at it for ages but never really understanding what it was. I think having it slightly distorted can be clever and unique. only a selected few can pull it off however - and you surely can aaron! love it. 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T17:50:22-04:00 889391 6917 2009-05-22T17:50:22-04:00 <blockquote><cite>Alex Norman said:</cite> I've loved aarons work since like 06 or before - i cant even remember but i remember being drawn to your myspace before i was even making designs cus of a sweet ribcage design. I remember staring at it for ages but never really understanding what it was. I think having it slightly distorted can be clever and unique. only a selected few can pull it off however - and you surely can aaron! love it.</blockquote> CHOLERA ART!!! :p 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T17:58:32-04:00 889521 8921 2009-05-22T17:58:39-04:00 to me the linework looks better than the colored illustration. great job, i love it. 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T19:02:37-04:00 890191 7534 2009-05-22T19:02:37-04:00 <blockquote><cite>Betraydan said:</cite> to me the linework looks better than the colored illustration. great job, i love it.</blockquote> I totally agree. I see your work more as fine art. I feel the text is just kind of fitted in as best it can. I would love just that ink work on a tee as an all over. 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T19:12:40-04:00 890261 2879 2009-05-22T19:12:40-04:00 sick! i was waiting until you'd post linework or something. that is awesome! 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T19:23:45-04:00 890341 13245 2009-05-22T19:23:45-04:00 @ Heavyprints: I def. appreciate your criticism and I have a lot of respect for you. I do wish emptees would go back that direction, instead of garbage videos. Thanks guys! 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T19:37:16-04:00 890421 2206 2009-05-22T19:37:16-04:00 I love the face on the leech,it is great. 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T20:11:04-04:00 890681 7729 2009-05-22T20:11:04-04:00 boy or girl? 37001 Tee 2009-05-22T22:23:32-04:00 891401 12090 2009-05-22T22:23:32-04:00 <blockquote><cite>Alex Norman said:</cite> I've loved aarons work since like 06 or before - i cant even remember but i remember being drawn to your myspace before.</blockquote> youre the first artist i saw on myspace like 2007 dude! and i love yer line works and rendering!!! i must love this one! yeah! 37001 Tee 2009-05-23T01:49:08-04:00 892691 13540 2009-05-23T01:49:08-04:00 It's really interesting to compare your linework to the finished version 37001 Tee 2009-05-23T05:57:57-04:00 893461 6199 2009-05-23T05:57:57-04:00 The linework is sick there's just something about the nose that's putting me off in the finished one. Rest of it however is suweeeet! 37001 Tee 2009-05-23T06:08:51-04:00 893501 11707 2009-05-23T06:08:51-04:00 wowowowowwowowowowo i love your style 37001 Tee 2009-05-23T13:22:37-04:00 895291 11719 2009-05-23T13:22:37-04:00 I agree with Heavyprints 100% and am glad he brought it up. I have been a bit apprehensive to criticize your work for many reasons, however I always have felt that your art lacks depth. It feels very flat, to be honest. I would try working more with line variations and a light source. Even if you put in highlights, it would help a ton. 37001 Tee 2009-05-23T14:36:14-04:00 895771 3501 2009-05-23T14:36:14-04:00 aaron has every right to illustrate/design how he pleases. who cares if shit isnt anatomically correct. keep up the sick work aaron =D 37001 Tee 2009-05-23T19:32:30-04:00 897531 12090 2009-05-23T19:32:30-04:00 sick!! by which i mean gross. and awesome 37001 Tee 2009-05-23T23:45:35-04:00 898641 21401 2009-05-23T23:45:35-04:00 love your work as always 37001 Tee 2009-05-24T15:19:22-04:00 903371 13581 2009-05-24T15:19:22-04:00 <blockquote><cite>destroyer said:</cite> aaron has every right to illustrate/design how he pleases. who cares if shit isnt anatomically correct. keep up the sick work aaron =D</blockquote> <blockquote><cite>a thousand eyes design said:</cite> love your work as always</blockquote> <blockquote><cite>ReallySharpTeeth said:</cite> sick!! by which i mean gross. and awesome</blockquote> thanks. and thanks 37001 Tee 2009-05-25T00:09:24-04:00 906971 2206 2009-05-25T00:09:24-04:00 Great shirt! I really like Aaron Crawford's style such as it is. I understand what Heavyprints is saying, but I wouldn't change a thing. 37001 Tee 2009-05-25T02:18:40-04:00 907801 5167 2009-05-25T02:26:23-04:00 ampepe! 37001 Tee 2009-09-08T06:31:10-04:00 2369621 47951 2009-09-08T06:31:10-04:00