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GLBThe Solemn Grave of the Fallen King (CLOSED)
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VESPERSat, Jun 01, 2024
HawawunarSat, Jun 01, 2024
VESPERFri, May 31, 2024
jamie6Thu, May 30, 2024
VESPERThu, May 30, 2024
VESPERTue, May 28, 2024
Abstract:
As a devoted admirer of Tolkien's Legends, I am profoundly captivated by the intricate interplay of light and darkness that permeates his narratives. Tolkien masterfully weaves tales where the triumph of good over evil is never without significant sacrifice, imbuing his stories with a poignant depth. The epic battles and heroic deeds are always shadowed by a sense of profound loss, creating a rich tapestry of emotions that resonate deeply with me. This delicate balance between victory and sorrow is what makes Tolkien's works timeless and endlessly compelling, as they reflect the complexities of the human condition and the enduring hope that shines through even the darkest of times.
Story:
In the heart of the dark mountain, shrouded in eternal twilight, lies the grave of the fallen king Cordius the Just, a legendary ruler whose reign was marked by both unmatched valor and heartrending sacrifice. Deep within the mountain's cavernous depths, a devoted knight embarked on a perilous journey, guided by the whispers of ancient prophecies. Upon reaching the hallowed tomb, the knight discovered the king's sword, planted firmly in the stone above the grave, its blade aged and worn of its timeless luster. In a solemn ritual of reverence and humility, the knight stripped completely, kneeling bare before the grave, as was the custom among those who sought to honor the great king's legacy. This act of vulnerability and respect symbolized their unwavering devotion, acknowledging the profound sacrifices the king had made for his people. With bowed head and bated breath, the knight grasped the earth he knelt on with deep anguish and reverence, feeling the weight of history and the spirit of the fallen king.
Construction:
This entry was completely modelled in Blender, lit in blender, and composited in blender, using heavy displacement heightmaps for the environment. With a few touch ups and texturing in Photoshop, the real challenge was to create something solemn. The atmosphere is one that is permeated by shadows and light, that had do penetrate through an organic mesh filter built to create the Godray effect diffusion. There was little volumetrics needed. This is the first time I modelled the character and environment completely in Blender.
I hope people find it beautiful and epic. I used heavy displacement designed in Substance though for the ground texture more prominently to provide a grave that was not arrayed in Gold or Silver or Jewels, but true to the king, his humility is demonstrated that he wanted a secluded environment that few would ever find, made of stone and earth. I also felt a 16:9 was appropriate for this scene, since the pathway needed context of how ominous the journey to the grave was.
Please let me know if the image I rendered displayed the story I wanted to tell. as well leave your impressions, it is always great to get feedback, it both encourages and teaches me to be a better artist.
Vesper
Highlights
Wire Frame
Best of Fortune to all the competitors.
As a devoted admirer of Tolkien's Legends, I am profoundly captivated by the intricate interplay of light and darkness that permeates his narratives. Tolkien masterfully weaves tales where the triumph of good over evil is never without significant sacrifice, imbuing his stories with a poignant depth. The epic battles and heroic deeds are always shadowed by a sense of profound loss, creating a rich tapestry of emotions that resonate deeply with me. This delicate balance between victory and sorrow is what makes Tolkien's works timeless and endlessly compelling, as they reflect the complexities of the human condition and the enduring hope that shines through even the darkest of times.
Story:
In the heart of the dark mountain, shrouded in eternal twilight, lies the grave of the fallen king Cordius the Just, a legendary ruler whose reign was marked by both unmatched valor and heartrending sacrifice. Deep within the mountain's cavernous depths, a devoted knight embarked on a perilous journey, guided by the whispers of ancient prophecies. Upon reaching the hallowed tomb, the knight discovered the king's sword, planted firmly in the stone above the grave, its blade aged and worn of its timeless luster. In a solemn ritual of reverence and humility, the knight stripped completely, kneeling bare before the grave, as was the custom among those who sought to honor the great king's legacy. This act of vulnerability and respect symbolized their unwavering devotion, acknowledging the profound sacrifices the king had made for his people. With bowed head and bated breath, the knight grasped the earth he knelt on with deep anguish and reverence, feeling the weight of history and the spirit of the fallen king.
Construction:
This entry was completely modelled in Blender, lit in blender, and composited in blender, using heavy displacement heightmaps for the environment. With a few touch ups and texturing in Photoshop, the real challenge was to create something solemn. The atmosphere is one that is permeated by shadows and light, that had do penetrate through an organic mesh filter built to create the Godray effect diffusion. There was little volumetrics needed. This is the first time I modelled the character and environment completely in Blender.
I hope people find it beautiful and epic. I used heavy displacement designed in Substance though for the ground texture more prominently to provide a grave that was not arrayed in Gold or Silver or Jewels, but true to the king, his humility is demonstrated that he wanted a secluded environment that few would ever find, made of stone and earth. I also felt a 16:9 was appropriate for this scene, since the pathway needed context of how ominous the journey to the grave was.
Please let me know if the image I rendered displayed the story I wanted to tell. as well leave your impressions, it is always great to get feedback, it both encourages and teaches me to be a better artist.
Vesper
Highlights
Wire Frame
Best of Fortune to all the competitors.
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Nice one Vesper! Very moving image, quite cinematic, bathed in a glorious light and with a story attached.
IMO, all the good ingredients are present in your piece. It is clearly visible you put in a lot of work, with an abundance of detail exactly where it matters.
One of my favorites so far...
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VESPER
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Wed, May 22, 2024Thank you so much for your kind words and encouragement! I was actually a bit reluctant to submit this piece because it felt more toned down compared to my other more provocative entries. Your feedback means a lot to me and reassures me that sometimes a different approach can still resonate deeply. I'm glad you enjoyed the details and the story behind it. Your support truly inspires me to keep exploring and pushing my creative boundaries.
Vesper
Vesper
Good story, accompanying a nice work build up here. It's good seeing something besides your darker monochrome themes, as this looks softened down. Using the scene completely is another good thing, as it gave depth to your render, whereas in other ones, you limited the wider camera angle and made it focus straight on your subjects. In other words, this work is more of a compositon as you used the light distribution throughly, but well balanced and with every object in the scene interacting with light including the person in the scene.
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VESPER
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Thu, May 23, 2024Thank you for your kind feedback! I'm glad you liked this piece. I wanted to try something different by using softer colors and showing more of the scene. Using a wider camera angle allowed me to add more depth and show how everything in the scene interacts with the light, including the person. I also focused on balancing the light across the entire scene to make it look more connected. I'm happy you noticed the change from my usual darker, monochrome themes, it was intentional. I wanted to try something new while still keeping the detail and quality of my other work (it is a different approach). Your feedback means a lot as I continue to explore my range and these different styles.
Vesper
Vesper
VESPER
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Thu, May 23, 2024Thank you, I am glad you liked it, there are many great entries, I hope mine can make it to the finish line!
VESPER
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Thu, May 30, 2024Hey Jamie, would it be better to message you here or PM if I have questions? Also, is there a difference in who I reach out to, whether it be you or Foxy for anything related to contests? Do you and she operate together in these contests with the same function? I have a couple of questions but I am not sure who to forward them to about the forum.
jamie6
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Thu, May 30, 2024it's better to pm...and we both operate together with the same function. 
Very nice volumetrics and composition. One of my favourites for this competition
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VESPER
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Tue, May 28, 2024Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the volumetrics and composition. It means a lot to me that my work is one of your favorites in this competition. This one was really a balancing act. Usually I work with a lot of poping contrast. This render was harder to achieve because of the focus on a limited palette of colors that were more earth tones.
Much Appreciated again
Vesper
Much Appreciated again
Vesper
Best of Fortune to all the designers that participated and supported provided encouragement for this entry! I am humbled by the support! ♥
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Color and I are totally geeking out over our shared love for LOTR, and let me tell you, our 3D contest entry is giving off major Middle Earth vibesit's like Gandalf himself waved his staff and conjured our imagination into reality!
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VESPER
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Sat, Jun 01, 2024I'm glad you love Tolkien too, thank you for the kind words. BTW, This piece was different than the rest, it was more about legend, and atmosphere. Maybe that's what is striking about this. But rest assured Gandalf was not involved LOL!
