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I just got a facebook account. I’ve been meaning to get one for the longest time. All I knew about it before signing up was: You could upload photos, and a lot of people where on it. THAT’S IT! Wow, I was a little surprised to find that it has a much as it does. I’m all ready using a few apps, slinging comments all over people’s walls, and trying to snag as many friends as I can (of course all people that I actually know/knew… for now).

Now, why the heck does this matter to anyone?

Well, I’m working on an experiment. I’ve heard that facebook is a great way to drive traffic to websites, if done properly. I’ve got little blurbs about this and my other two sites up there at the moment. I also uploaded several pieces of my artwork and posted a link to this in the gallery description saying that I’ve got more here. On top of that, the items that I sell on t-shirts, I’ve got links to their product pages.

Facebook Seems like it was
practically made for artists!

I knew facebook was popular but I had no idea. I can totally see how much potential it has for connecting people. Because of the way it works, it’s perfect for visual artists. I’ve said it once, and I’ll probably say it a thousand times: getting traffic to your site (and eyeballs on your art) is all about increasing your presence on the web. People can only view your work if they know you’re there! Facebook looks to me like a great way to get exposure. At the very least, it will keep you in touch with your friends, and your friends in touch with you… and your art. Some of my best customers (and by that I mean they buy a lot of stuff ^_^) are friends and family. Let’s face it, we could all use more friends.

Let’s recap

As an artist you can build your traffic very simply by getting a facebook account, staying in touch with friends and family, uploading samples of your artwork with links back to your website (for if they want to see more).

Question for the artistic masses:

“Do you use Facebook? Do you use it to build you traffic for your site and get eyeballs on your art? If so, how successful is it?”
I’m very interested to see how others are doing with this. I’ll keep everyone updated on my results with facebook advertising.

Hope that was helpful,
Type to you later,
~Nathaniel

This was my final for Designing Interior Spaces and Worlds.It is the lab of a mage.

Pretty much everything is super-optimized and low poly with very detailed textures. Most of the simple objects are just planes (like the trees and the windows). Everything else is simple geometry. It was a ton of fun. I’m really starting to get the hang of this stuff. I really just can’t wait until I can score a job in the game production industry. I really am itching to create something that I can actually play.

The holidays are right around the corner and ChimericFire has the perfect gifts for the more demented among you. But remember, if you want them to arrive in time, you’ll have to order them soon.

Deadlines for a Dec 24th delivery:

A few random products:
Almost any one is sure to earn you some coal in your stocking.

I personally wear the heck out of these T-shirts. I just love the looks I get at the mall when I know my shirt has caught someone’s attention. It’s the simple things that I truly enjoy in life. One of them happens to be offending people with my sense of humor. I’m sure all my avid readers know what I think about people who get offended. So, if you are offended by any of the content of my product designs, I am not sorry, and you should take this opportunity to examine yourself, get to know yourself, and discover why you have such issues. In this way, my products offer… a form of therapy to all who view them.

Nah, I don’t believe that. I just think they’re funny. That being said, if you like my stuff. If you know someone who might like any of it. Why not get some? It’s the holidays anyway. It’s time to splurge! Keep in mind that 100% of the profits from these products go towards helping a needy family. MINE!

Recent studies performed by several independent researching companies have concluded Read the rest of this entry »

I just found a cool article about some crazy transgenic mice. These mice have been engineered to have their neurons display random amounts of certain pigments. The end result is what is called the “Brainbow” mouse. The images of these mouse brains captured are not only stunningly beautiful, but also reveal a great deal about how nerves interact. I must admit, the images produced are much cooler than any abstract artist I’ve ever seen.

With the creation of such transgenic animals it really makes me wonder about the connection between art and science. Obviously, science is producing greater technology every day. With this technology, we (artists) are able to create new, and perhaps better, forms of art. In this case, the reason behind the creation of this transgenic mouse was purely scientific but managed to create something very artistic.

It really is fascinating to see such a progression. I know that 100 years ago, computer generated art wasn’t even an option, let alone an idea. Now, a great deal of art is digital. I have always argued that our bodies are works of art created by nature. Nature itself is one large work of art, and a beautiful one at that. Now we’re taking control of nature and creating new and exciting pieces from it. I can’t wait to see what new technology will lead to the next big thing in art.

Type to you later,
~Nathaniel

This is just a rigging test of a fairy I’m going to be animating. There are some issues with the way her butt behaves but since you can’t see it when the issues occur, it doesn’t really matter. It was also an assignment for my Advanced Animation class. The subject simply had to sit, come to a rest, then stand and come to a rest. I decided to add a bit of a lift off as well since I would have to be doing this for my final project anyway. I thought my fellow fantasy nuts out there might get a kick out of it. So here it is. I’ll definitely post the final project when it’s done. It should be rather humorous… but I won’t spoil it.

Type to you later,
~Nathaniel

I’m not sure how much art I’ll be posting in this category but for now there are three images of the same piece. Drawn on my own arm, Machine Within is merely the result of my boredom, several pens, and nothing to draw on but my non-dominant hand

I’m going to start off this blog with an article on offense. Much of what I say can be considered by some to be offensive. That’s why I figured I’d start off with a bang and let people know what I think of that. The truth of the matter is that people are far too easily offended now-a-days. It’s ridiculous. Read the rest of this entry »