EdwardsDavid_ppp_1509

Editor's Notes

1. 2. Forget your limits. Know yourself. My Brand Mantra
2. 3. Explain Mantra The belief in limits is self defeating. You can do anything.
3. 4. Explain Mantra Know what to expect of yourself. You’re the only thing holding yourself back, but you’re also the only thing that propels you forward. Everything is up to you.
4. 5. History I was born in the early 90’s, and from a young age developed a love for animation and art. I was always drawing, making little comic books, and begin my parents for art supplies.
5. 6. History As I got older, I started to follow the careers of various film directors, and began to love telling stories. I always excelled in creative writing classes, and I looked forward to hearing others opinions on the things I came up with.
6. 7. History Eventually, I decided to combine my two loves, and seek out education in animation. I figured it was the only way I could really express myself. I chose to focus on video game art, because I firmly believe interactive media is the future.
7. 8. What I want to create I like combining the old with the new. I want to take the styles and techniques of animation and art made popular in the early 20th century and translate them into new experiences with modern technology.
8. 9. What influences me I’m influenced greatly by the work of the Fleischer Brothers, particularly their more surrealist works. I also take great inspiration from the artwork of Jamie Hewlett and the animation of Ralph Bakshi. Music plays a big part in the things I make, despite being a visual artist. I try to incorporate the swank of 1920’s jazz with the psychedelic undertones of prog rock bands like King Crimson and Pink Floyd.
9. Here’s something I made recently. I’m trying to work it into a shirt design. The characters are from Steven Universe, in poses referencing a scene from Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure.
10. I drew these characters while designing a shirt. They are from the anime Soul Eater, and I drew them in a style reminiscent of the Scott Pilgrim video game. I then pixelated the artwork.
11. This is the final artwork used in the shirt.
12. Here are a few concept art pieces for a web comic I’m currently working one. It’s a western with both comedic and horror overtones.
13. A logo I made for a band.
14. A few more works I’ve done for outside sources. The pony is a logo for a web show, drawn as a parody of My Little Pony. Wizard was a magic DVD for magician Dalton Wayne. The final image was a profile picture used by a popular youtube celebrity for a short amount of time based on Tyler the Creator and Count Chocula.
15. A character I designed for a class.
16. I modeled the character in CG.
17. I also occasionally paint. This piece is based on the famous criminal Charles Bronson.
18. 15. Talk about work experience I’ve worked live shows on and off stage. While I do a lot of art commissions on the side, I’ve been primarily focused on designing shirts. A lot of my artwork was made while creating logos for various businesses. I’ve shot and edited film for various magic tutorial dvd’s.
19. 16. Talk about skills I’m good under pressure. I’m knowledgable in many subjects, I’m a quick leaner, and nothing ever really catches me off guard. I’m an artist and have been drawing for a number of years. I’ve been animating for two years, and I’m experienced with cg modeling and texturing. On occasion I’ve filmed and edited video, so I can really juggle multimedia projects.
20. 17. Talk about overcoming adversity My biggest adversary has been myself. I always have to push myself, and I cannot allow myself to stagnate. Physically, I suffer from chronic migraine headaches due to an injury I sustained as a child, but I feel like this has only made me stronger. It taught me to play through the pain, and made me a more humble person.
21. 19. Preferred work environment  I enjoy working with a team of people who are capable and open to suggestion. I like knowing that communication won’t be an issue between team members, and I make efforts to make sure everyone is on the same page. While I have no trouble being a mediator, I can take charge when I need to. This ability makes me comfortable in practically any situation.
22. 20. People I work well with I’m very good with people, and I can befriend anyone. I’m always honest, but I try to be constructive whenever possible, and I feel as though I bring out the best in the people I work with. My humor is really pronounced when I’m with a group of people who like to laugh, but I know when to dial it back to keep everyone on track.
23. 22. What success means to me Success is being able to live comfortably and do what I love to do. I don’t need to be the leader, and I certainly don’t need to be rich. I’ve succeeded when I can create things that people love.
24. 24. Ending summary Who am I? I’m an artist, I’m a proffesional, I’m a brother, but most importantly, I’m a friend to each and every person in this room, whether we’ve met previously or not. I’ve got your back.
25. I’m David Edwards. Here is my email address and my Tumblr account. You can contact me here.
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