Vector graphics vs. pencil 'n' paper - Tilted Forum Project Discussion Community

vermin · 01-15-2005, 11:05 AM

So I finally downloaded a free trial of a vector graphics drawing thing (Mayura) to give it a try. Giant Hamburger suggested it to me a long time ago and I finally got around to it last night. This morning I copied the old "mouse-dude" from long ago to see how they compare.

I like the cleanness of the vector, and it was a LOT better than MSpaint. But there's still something about the scanned-pencil-colored-in-photo-software version that has a certain appeal.

Whatcha t'ink?

Halx · 01-15-2005, 11:15 AM

I think the head could use more detail.. if you could give it more detail, I think that would push it past the pencil drawing. The body is great, but could also use more light shading.

doodlebird · 01-15-2005, 07:02 PM

of course it depends on your ultimate goal, but i still hold that nothing beats the ol pencil and paper for personality. if you want clean, vector's the way to go of course.

that said, i like both of the mice, vermin.

Zephyr66 · 01-16-2005, 01:50 PM

The vector one looks kinda sad. But I agree with Hal, More detail on the head

LeviticusMky · 01-28-2005, 11:29 AM

Pencil all the way.

If you have drawing skills, use them. Making vector graphics is easier than actually drawing something.

vermin · 01-28-2005, 10:53 PM

I agree that the head needs more detail. Part of the appeal of vector graphics was that I thought it would be quicker and easier and the results would look professional-ish. Turns out that the pencil sketch took about 10 minutes and then another 5 to color with photo re-touching software. The vector thing took almost two hours, and modifiying it to add detail to the head would probably take another 30-45 minutes. Unfortunately, my scanner doesn't work so I haven't been able to submit things for the weekly activity unless I re-draw. The digital camera takes lousy pics of pencil drawings.

clavus · 01-28-2005, 11:12 PM

You did a great job on the pants on the vector vermin.

Fly · 01-29-2005, 07:21 AM

nice job vermin.........they look good.

you plan on doin' any more to them?

flstf · 01-29-2005, 11:58 AM

I agree with you. The vector image is very clean but to me there is something about the human touch in drawing that transends the crispness of computer generated images. Even tablet drawn images do not seem to have the creative feel that pencil and paper have. Now maybe if Da Vinci did something with a computer or a tablet.

thriolith · 01-29-2005, 12:04 PM

I still much prefer the look of pencil on paper over vector graphics. Why don't you give painting with brushes on the computer a try?

AquaFox · 01-29-2005, 12:05 PM

it takes alot more to draw those out, the paper and pencil drawings will allways get more respect from me

vermin · 01-29-2005, 01:07 PM

I did this a while back using brushes. I forgot what it's called, but the idea was to use the same stroke and vary the color to make the image. It also needs something in the left foreground for balance.

marsfyre · 01-30-2005, 12:03 AM

I really like the hand drawn one more. I would say that the hand drawn rat could easily be ona birthday card or soemthing.... the vector one doesn't have the same personal touch.

Nancy · 02-09-2005, 02:42 AM

As a pencil user I say pencil all the way!

Quote:

Originally Posted by Halx

The body is great, but could also use more light shading.

I disagree. I think it has the right amount of light/shadow as it is.

Chamaeleontidae · 02-12-2005, 12:53 PM

Given the choice of Pencil or vector graphics, I would have to choose pencil. But given the choice between pencil and using a tablet, I really like using a table. You get the ease of drawing of a pencil, with the benefit of layers and quick undo, yet have the freedon of a pencil. I don't claim to be an artist, but I toy with the technology used for such endeavors... Here is a quick, ok very rough, drawing of you mouse head using a tablet.

Chamaeleontidae · 02-12-2005, 12:59 PM

And you can always hit the pic with a filter to soften it up...

01-15-2005, 11:05 AM	#1 (permalink)
vermin Indifferent to anti-matter Location: Tucson, AZ	Vector graphics vs. pencil 'n' paper So I finally downloaded a free trial of a vector graphics drawing thing (Mayura) to give it a try. Giant Hamburger suggested it to me a long time ago and I finally got around to it last night. This morning I copied the old "mouse-dude" from long ago to see how they compare. I like the cleanness of the vector, and it was a LOT better than MSpaint. But there's still something about the scanned-pencil-colored-in-photo-software version that has a certain appeal. Whatcha t'ink? __________________ If puns were sausages, this would be the wurst.

01-15-2005, 11:15 AM	#2 (permalink)
Halx Please touch this. Owner/Admin Location: Manhattan	I think the head could use more detail.. if you could give it more detail, I think that would push it past the pencil drawing. The body is great, but could also use more light shading. __________________ You have found this post informative. -The Administrator [Don't Feed The Animals]

01-28-2005, 11:29 AM	#5 (permalink)
LeviticusMky Crazy Location: Minnesota	Pencil all the way. If you have drawing skills, use them. Making vector graphics is easier than actually drawing something. __________________ Fact: Global levels of Oxygen are depleting. Fact: Global levels Carbon Dioxide are increasing. (icy hell)Mars<------EARTH------>Venus(burning hell)

01-28-2005, 10:53 PM	#6 (permalink)
vermin Indifferent to anti-matter Location: Tucson, AZ	I agree that the head needs more detail. Part of the appeal of vector graphics was that I thought it would be quicker and easier and the results would look professional-ish. Turns out that the pencil sketch took about 10 minutes and then another 5 to color with photo re-touching software. The vector thing took almost two hours, and modifiying it to add detail to the head would probably take another 30-45 minutes. Unfortunately, my scanner doesn't work so I haven't been able to submit things for the weekly activity unless I re-draw. The digital camera takes lousy pics of pencil drawings. __________________ If puns were sausages, this would be the wurst.

01-28-2005, 11:12 PM	#7 (permalink)
clavus pow! Location: NorCal	You did a great job on the pants on the vector vermin. __________________ Ass, gas or grass. Nobody rides for free.

01-15-2005, 07:02 PM	#3 (permalink)
doodlebird pío pío Location: on a branch about to break	of course it depends on your ultimate goal, but i still hold that nothing beats the ol pencil and paper for personality. if you want clean, vector's the way to go of course. that said, i like both of the mice, vermin.

01-16-2005, 01:50 PM	#4 (permalink)
Zephyr66 My custom title's the shit! Location: Canada	The vector one looks kinda sad. But I agree with Hal, More detail on the head

01-29-2005, 07:21 AM	#8 (permalink)
Fly see the links to my music? Location: Beautiful British Columbia	nice job vermin.........they look good. you plan on doin' any more to them? __________________ BASTARD SterlingStudios

01-29-2005, 11:58 AM	#9 (permalink)
flstf Easy Rider Location: Moscow on the Ohio	I agree with you. The vector image is very clean but to me there is something about the human touch in drawing that transends the crispness of computer generated images. Even tablet drawn images do not seem to have the creative feel that pencil and paper have. Now maybe if Da Vinci did something with a computer or a tablet.

01-29-2005, 12:04 PM	#10 (permalink)
thriolith Insane Location: Toronto	I still much prefer the look of pencil on paper over vector graphics. Why don't you give painting with brushes on the computer a try? __________________ - Thriolith

01-29-2005, 12:05 PM	#11 (permalink)
AquaFox WaterDog	it takes alot more to draw those out, the paper and pencil drawings will allways get more respect from me __________________ ...AquaFox...

01-29-2005, 01:07 PM	#12 (permalink)
vermin Indifferent to anti-matter Location: Tucson, AZ	I did this a while back using brushes. I forgot what it's called, but the idea was to use the same stroke and vary the color to make the image. It also needs something in the left foreground for balance. __________________ If puns were sausages, this would be the wurst. Last edited by vermin; 01-29-2005 at 01:09 PM..

01-30-2005, 12:03 AM	#13 (permalink)
marsfyre Psycho Location: somewhere	I really like the hand drawn one more. I would say that the hand drawn rat could easily be ona birthday card or soemthing.... the vector one doesn't have the same personal touch.

02-12-2005, 12:53 PM	#15 (permalink)
Chamaeleontidae aka: freakylongname Location: South of the Great While North	Given the choice of Pencil or vector graphics, I would have to choose pencil. But given the choice between pencil and using a tablet, I really like using a table. You get the ease of drawing of a pencil, with the benefit of layers and quick undo, yet have the freedon of a pencil. I don't claim to be an artist, but I toy with the technology used for such endeavors... Here is a quick, ok very rough, drawing of you mouse head using a tablet. __________________ "Reality is just a crutch for people who can't cope with drugs." Robin Williams.

02-12-2005, 12:59 PM	#16 (permalink)
Chamaeleontidae aka: freakylongname Location: South of the Great While North	And you can always hit the pic with a filter to soften it up... __________________ "Reality is just a crutch for people who can't cope with drugs." Robin Williams.