Kobe Bryant vs Kyrie Irving (Cartoon Edition)

Kyrie challenges Kobe Bryant in a 1 on 1 match of hoops. Lebron, KD, and J. Harden spectate from the sidelines. Kyrie then becomes Uncle Drew in hopes of gaining an edge.


Created and produced by Darryl A. Barnes

DAB Studio 7

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This is my very 1st animation that I created based on a couple videos, one being of Kyrie Irving challenging Kobe Bryant, and the second of Uncle Drew playing pick up basketball as a Pepsi commercial. I do warn, if you have not viewed these two videos 1st, you will not understand 90% of the plays I take or the information being presented.

 

This animation was started on August 11, 2012 ending on October 18, 2012, a project I initially started to: (1) get some animating experience under my belt by finally "JUST DOING IT" and (2) gain some exposure, which hopefully will lead to opportunities in the professional ranks. My 1st upload was to a site you may have heard of called YOUTUBE (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-vyW89Vt-EU), and the 2nd was to a site by the name of World Star Hip Hop (http://www.worldstarhiphop.com/videos/video.php?v=wshhGy9xkDk7iFv40rkL) where I received over 100k views in 1 day. THANX WSHH!! Now the video has taken off on several other sites and blogs.

 

So I believe I can honestly say that both of my goals were accomplished, plus I received additional information and feedback from this entire process. I'm learning more about trends, what makes something go viral, seo, links, and so much more helpful information that can only add to the success of future projects.

Mr. Green

This picture fought me to the last second, I just decided to stop instead of forcing the issue..

9 hrs
photoshop

Nicki

She's very colorful, I love colorfulness,
colorfulness = aesthetic

Nicki Minaj - The Boys - digital painting by Darryl Barnes

Darryl Barnes
DAB Studio7
Photoshop. 8 hours of work.

Photoshop and I needed to catch up, so I took her out for lunch!

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5

A face study that turned into hair study to sci-fi hardware study to power light study. Just trying to learn how to paint digitally and in this one piece, I've learned alot.

Photoshop CS5
Wacom
6 hrs

How to Draw: Vector Tutorial

I have always wanted to spread my love for art by teaching and showing others my work process. I have learned alot over the past few months about different styles and techniques used by various artists to pull off a flawless masterpiece. I recently started using the vector pen tool about a month ago and have grown to love it.

Below is my very first video tutorial I've created along with my very own original music, which is also my first track. I'm proud of both of these projects and hope this is a beginning of many tutorials.

The baby that I am drawing is an adorable young lad by the name of Jensen. He was so cute, I rushed at the chance to get a picture from his aunt to use in my next vector project. 
Done in 3 hours
Created my very first, original beat using Pro Tools.
Music: "A Piece of Heaven"

#theUpComersProject: Kyrie Irving

I was sitting in my brand new leather, office chair when I thought of the idea to improve my vector art skills by creating a collection of vector art of the top 10 up and coming prospects in all 4 major sports. #theUpComersProject
AHA! This gives me 10 "semi-practice" projects that will help me improve my craft. It also creates excitement on the web by seeing some of the most talented athletes in our country today, VECTOR STYLE!

The first person I wanted to vectorize was Kyrie Irving, the newly drafted point guard for the Cleveland Cavaliers, (if you didn't already know...). Why KI? Simply put, I've been involved in the game of basketball my entire life, in fact, I've been playing the game my entire life. It's who I am and what I once pursued with a fiery passion. Besides Kyrie has the potential to be one of the best point guards in the game, (as if the NBA need any more fantastic pg's). The League is full of amazing talent at the one position and Kyrie will definitely make his impact as the game has evolved into a "guards" era!

Below is the first vectorization of this exciting new project.

For the most part, I think it turned out well. I place the red values in the background to compliment the green jersey which gave it a nice "BOOM" effect. Now I guess it's time to start on the next composition, but I'm not sure who it should be yet..

should I look at the NFL's top prospects,

or maybe the MLB.. the hero of the 2011 World Series...

ummmm...Decisions, Decisions! 

11.11.11

 11.11.11 Veteran's Day! Hope everyone take a moment to reflect on those who have lost their lives fighting for our freedoms. Is it fair to say that we are fighting a war with no particular enemy?

 While countless of our brothers and sisters are being killed, we continue about our everyday lives as if freedom is an obligation that we are owed.

So I thought to myself, how can I pay tribute to all the soldiers, men and women, who have given their lives for these freedoms that we take for granted. AHA! Why not come up with an inspirational portrait that will symbolize and convey the idea of the harsh realities of warfare. So above you is this attempt at capturing the emotions behind War on Terror!