Friday, March 20, 2020

An Excellent Nap Taker.


We don't know much about what the Giggle does all day. We do know that it is not very ambitious. Of the few times they have been spotted they were taking a nap. There are no know records of anyone ever seeing a Giggle up and moving around. There is plenty of evidence though, of their love of naps. Tiny forest beds have been discovered made from forest floor materials. Usually they are simply leaves used by the Giggle as a hammock. Some more elaborate structures made from the softest moss or lichen, lined with dandelion stems and covered in apple blossom petals have been found. Naturalists have suggested  the Giggle might be nocturnal, sleeping during the day and active at night, but from what we can tell the Giggle spends much of its time at night sleeping too. More observations are needed to make a better determination.

Artist Thoughts: I mentioned in the last post that I was usually quite calculated with most things I do in my life but even more so in regards to my art and especially with my business. I am trying hard to keep this blog much more organic. As much as I can, I restrict myself from from thinking too far ahead. As an introvert, when faced with new situations, I go over all the possibilities in my head. This includes, anything from conversations, meetings to full presentations. I think this has been beneficial in my game development. I am able to work out problems because I can see all the different scenarios.

The plan is each day I will add to the blog a new image. An image that that comes when I sit down at my drawing table. I won't go through the more thought out process that is typical for most of my work. No word lists, thumbnail sketches, or color studies. Just creating what strikes me at the time. In today's world where we all are out of our comfort zone I am stepping out a little farther. No expectations. We'll see what comes of it. And maybe forget about the news.

Thursday, March 19, 2020

There's A Giggle In The Gooseberries

I don't really do much without having a plan. This is a bit different. With the extra time I now have with the virus cancelling projects and limiting mobility I felt like I wanted to do something that took my mind off it. And maybe a relief for anyone else looking to kill a little time with something that doesn't include reading the latest numbers infected. My wife, Heidi, says I need to fly by the seat of my pants once in a while. Well, here I go hoping to get a little air.

The concept for the Giggle character came to me as a game idea. A Giggle is a furry little creature that steals the gooseberries when no-one is looking. Though it steals the gooseberries you can't help but love and want to help it out.

Like I said I don't really have a plan except to paint daily a picture of this mischievous creature. The hope is to try to discover who this creature is. As I do I plan to share some of my thought process and maybe the painting process.

My only motive is to maybe inform and put a smile on a face or two. If nothing else this will distract me for a few days and maybe entertain you. Please feel to share if you so feel fit to. Sign up for notifications or just check back regularly.