I tried this topic elsewhere, as it pertained to that subject as well, but I feel it may (I am often wrong =P) fit here as well.
~I have long been interested in Animation (I guess Flash?) and the more basic end (for now) of Game Development (again, the Flash side?) I also have a strong attraction towards being a Game Artist (Cinematic, Concept, Environmental, Special Effects, and the like). I have come upon a vast amount of free time recently and would like to spend it wisely. Thus, my question. -- Which, in all of your opinions, might be the better of the two to begin with? Which might be easier to pick up, and perhaps translate into the other?~
I am severely ignorant to either field (as in my skill level), so that need not be a deciding factor.
Thank you!
Where to begin...?
Quote:Original post by Sploosh1. Which {of art or animation}, in all of your opinions, might be the better of the two to begin with?
2. Which might be easier to pick up,
3. and perhaps translate into the other?~
1. "Better" is subjective. What are your criteria? Which do you WANT to be "better"? Read FAQ 70, and make a decision grid. Click "View Forum FAQ," above.
2. Nothing is easy. Read FAQ 26 at http://www.sloperama.com/advice.html
3. Either way.
Moved to Breaking In.
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Hm... a different question, then.
Let's say one wanted to make a passive income (a small one, I'm sure) to start out. While doing so they build their skills, and one day decide they want to make something out of their talents (such as a career); would the answer remain either?
Let's say one wanted to make a passive income (a small one, I'm sure) to start out. While doing so they build their skills, and one day decide they want to make something out of their talents (such as a career); would the answer remain either?
You pretty much asked; "I am interested in A and B, which one should I do?" without any context. Why do you want to do either of them? What is your end goal?
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Quote:Original post by yaustar
You pretty much asked; "I am interested in A and B, which one should I do?" without any context. Why do you want to do either of them? What is your end goal?
I assumed my last post made that clear, but... A career would be nice; I dare say, I would even like to freelance, on either of the two. To do so (or even work for a well-established producer) would be quite the dream. Hence my question.
Quote:Original post by Sploosh'A career' in general is not a goal - it is at most an incidental detail. What do you want your career to be in? What do you enjoy doing? What could you see yourself doing on a 9-5 basis for the next 40 years?
I assumed my last post made that clear, but... A career would be nice; I dare say, I would even like to freelance, on either of the two. To do so (or even work for a well-established producer) would be quite the dream.
These are the relevant type of questions to ask yourself. Obviously you are planning to have a career, but we can't decide which for you, because not all careers are equally suited to all people.
I would suggest doing drawing in your free time as often as you possibly can... if enjoy doing it then that would be your answer. Take as much time as you can to learn about drawing. Go to the library, get videos on drawing, read art books, go to the park and draw the birds.... whatever you have to do to get good. If you enjoy it after a week then try going for a month. Practice practice practice. These things dont happen over night they take work. Many people see the finished product and say "oh i want to do that" but they actually dont see the effort involved. There is alot. Like anything else there has to be a burning desire to want to be successful. The common mistake most make is that success isnt a destination, its a journey. Dont get me wrong though. I am not at all trying to steer you away from this. I love it. It is hard work though and you have to love it if you want to get good at it and be successful. All i can say is the only way youll know if you like it is if you just go out and try it. If your already worried you may not like it or may not be able to stick with not matter how discouraged you get, then it may not be for you. Go give it a shot and if you need hlp then just look someone up. Anywho, long winded i know, but good luck.
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Quote:Original post by primalbeans
I would suggest doing drawing in your free time as often as you possibly can... if enjoy doing it then that would be your answer. Take as much time as you can to learn about drawing. Go to the library, get videos on drawing, read art books, go to the park and draw the birds.... whatever you have to do to get good. If you enjoy it after a week then try going for a month. Practice practice practice. These things dont happen over night they take work. Many people see the finished product and say "oh i want to do that" but they actually dont see the effort involved. There is alot. Like anything else there has to be a burning desire to want to be successful. The common mistake most make is that success isnt a destination, its a journey. Dont get me wrong though. I am not at all trying to steer you away from this. I love it. It is hard work though and you have to love it if you want to get good at it and be successful. All i can say is the only way youll know if you like it is if you just go out and try it. If your already worried you may not like it or may not be able to stick with not matter how discouraged you get, then it may not be for you. Go give it a shot and if you need hlp then just look someone up. Anywho, long winded i know, but good luck.
I understand that everyone else was just trying to help, but you did so exceptionally well. You gave me something to actually chew on and contemplate, not contradictions and more questions.
Thank you, again!
Quote:Original post by Sploosh
I understand that everyone else was just trying to help, but you did so exceptionally well. You gave me something to actually chew on and contemplate, not contradictions and more questions.
Yes, he did say it well. He encapsulated much of the advice given in this forum's FAQ. I don't suppose you've read it yet? You were advised to do so before, and you are again encouraged to do so now.
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Quote:Original post by Tom SloperQuote:Original post by Sploosh
I understand that everyone else was just trying to help, but you did so exceptionally well. You gave me something to actually chew on and contemplate, not contradictions and more questions.
Yes, he did say it well. He encapsulated much of the advice given in this forum's FAQ. I don't suppose you've read it yet? You were advised to do so before, and you are again encouraged to do so now.
Quite the moderator, aren't you? Jumping down the throat of every ne'erdowell at any given moment? I kid. -- Your assumption goes without warrant, for how would you know whether or not I had read the FAQ (of which I have, a multitude of times)? It seems to me, as should it you, that it was put in a much more... human (with some emotion, that is) way thanks to primalbeans?
I'm not here to cause unnecessary disputes, and thus will not be replying to this thread, henceforth.
G'day.
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