In 2016, I deployed one of my more ambitious coding projects – “Gold Stream 2.0” – a livestream overlay designed to tantalize and interact with viewers while I broadcasted my drawing process. It only took a few days to create the initial build, but it has taken 5 years of Read more…
Two Types You can split feedback into two groups, based on when it is received: Feedback received before release and after release. Pre-release Feedback (generally speaking): Directly affects the end product. Is from the creator’s point of view. Not only attempts to solve existing issues, but future problems as well. Read more…
Objective Statements, Revisited. They say (and by they, I mean me) the best way to motivate yourself to do a difficult task is to have a solid reason for doing it. Also known as your “why”. Once again, I’ve been mulling over why I animate. What’s the point? In the Read more…
Ta-da! We’re switching gears big time: The next project is not going to be an animation, not going to have Gildedguy, and not going to be easy. I’m working on the pilot episode of a Falcomaster3000 visual novel series! Read all about it in this post. TV Openings Title sequences Read more…
The following guest post was written by Chey who has generously allowed me to feature it on Gildedguy.com: Chey Rasmussen is a full-time graphic designer by trade and an animator by passion. He’s currently working on his own animated series, Meager Quest, and sharing his experiences and insight online. For Read more…
Burnout A single matchstick burning out: Heat and light! Time is short, the stick is only so long. It knows ashes will come, yet: Heat and light! I haven’t written a poem for years, but this one was surprisingly enjoyable to make. Ought to do more of them. I hope the reason for Read more…