Tabla de contenidos para June 2025 en ImagineFX

In this month’s issue we have a broad range of content, with a particular focus on the world of comic art, an area that so many artists dip into or make a career out of. There’s expert advice from comic pros, plus a deep dive into how some truly iconic characters were recreated for video game Marvel Rivals, which has become wildly popular since its December release. On a different note, the art community is fantastic and something I’m proud to be part of, and never more so than recently. Karl Kopinski, a huge talent and much-loved artist who has featured in ImagineFX, recently went public with the sad news of some serious medical issues that mean he’s currently unable to work. This is awful news for him and his…

Amy Nguyen LOCATION: Vietnam MEDIA: Photoshop, Procreate WEB: www.instagram.com/amynian Amy enjoys using simple strokes, minimalism and storytelling, with poetic and magical themes both common in her art. In the past she has collaborated with Pixar, Disney and Penguin Books. Natcha Ngamtweerat LOCATION: Thailand MEDIA: Procreate, Blender WEB: www.artstation.com/natchangamtweerat Natcha is a concept artist and illustrator inspired by Disney animations, especially those with Medieval settings such as Sleeping Beauty and Snow White. She starts by modelling in Blender, before painting over in Procreate. Axel Sauerwald LOCATION: Germany MEDIA: Photoshop WEB: www.instagram.com/axelsauerwald Axel began his career at Atomhawk Design in 2018 as a concept artist and illustrator, before transitioning to freelance work in 2020. Since then he has collaborated with Activision Blizzard, Wizards of the Coast and more. Raphaël Silva LOCATION: France…

What are the distinguishing features of African comics? African comics aren’t just trying to entertain. They’re trying to retell the African story properly and redefine what history has said about the African people. What is Afroblot? Afroblot draws from several old comic books from different regions in Africa. It’s a pattern of comic book making that uses the colours black, white, grey and red, a stylised panelling, and a different serialisation. I developed it as a response to the production and distribution issues restricting the growth of African comics. Afroblot can potentially give African comics a distinct identity, and use of the pattern is slowly growing in the Nigerian comic book space. Can you tell us about your approach to Afrofuturism? I’m not more of an Afrofuturistic creator yet, as…

1) Which of these is NOT a digital art app? A) Corel Painter B) Photoshop C) Procreate D) Excel 2) Which format is best for preserving layers? A) JPEG B) DOCX C) PSD D) GIF 3) When was Photoshop first released? A) 1990  B) 1991 C) 1992 D) 1993 4) Why use vector graphics? A) More colours B) Scale without losing quality C) Easier to print D) Smaller file size 5) What do you call the process of creating new version of a design? A) Wireframing B) Iteration C) Cross-hatching D) Layering 6) Who makes the Cintiq tablet? A) Wacom B) Apple C) XP-Pen D) Huion 7) Which shortcut is used to undo your last action? A) Alt+F4 B) Esc+F C) Ctrl+Z D) Fn+H 8) Which of these is NOT…

Contact the editor, Rob Redman, on mail@imaginefx.com or write to ImagineFX, Future Publishing, Quay House, The Ambury, Bath, BA1 1UA, England Follow us on X: x.com/imaginefx Find us on Facebook: facebook.com/imaginefx Share your artwork via #imaginefx: instagram.com/imaginefxmagazine New horizons Hey Rob. Manga is completely my bag, making your latest issue my favourite in a while! But as well as all the manga articles, I also learned a whole bunch from the other training too. I haven’t really played with 3D much, but was excited to try out Blender for some new projects, so thank you to Edward Barons for introducing me to that. I hope you do more of these themed issues. Ali, via email Rob replies Thanks so much for getting in touch Ali. It’s always a pleasure to hear from our…

“In the initial stages of scene design we committed to introducing dynamic changes into the game environment, enhancing the variety of options and strategies. This focus on variability led us to the concept of environmental destruction. Within the expansive Marvel universe, various heroes possess formidable destructive abilities, so destructible environments are a coherent extension of the overarching narrative and enable richer interaction between the characters and their surroundings. “To implement a destruction mechanism that complements the aesthetic style of each map, we tailored environmental destruction to align with the thematic elements of those maps. For instance, the destruction in Yggdrasil draws inspiration from Norse mythology and Marvel’s narratives. When Surtur lays waste to Asgard, magnificent structures crumble and the world is torn asunder. Following the cataclysmic event known as Ragnarok,…

When a comic book artist is confronted with a script and a blank page, they have the challenge of translating the actions described into images. Everyone has their own way of doing so, developed over time and through some staple techniques for bringing a comic page to life. Although many artists might say there are set rules and techniques for creating comics, the truth is that anything can work! There are no limits, beside ourselves, in how artwork will look, or how it can be approached. This doesn’t mean rough comics don’t exist, but that it all depends on the final result the artist is aiming for. When we set ourselves free from any rules and restrictions, I’d still argue that some best practices can be beneficial, if we have…

Price From £1,300/$1,700 Company ABS Web www.absgamingpc.com Buying a pre-built gaming PC can be one of the most B cost-effective ways of acquiring a computer for creative work – they usually come with top-end CPUs, lots of RAM and a decent GPU board, all things that Photoshop and Blender will relish as much as the latest games. Vitally, they can be cheaper than something tailored for professional use. The ABS Cyclone Aqua may have been built as a machine for gamers, but it has a lot to offer creative users too. While the GPU may not be the latest, it’s capable of pushing the likes of Photoshop to much greater heights than an integrated graphics chip, and the benefits of a desktop-class processor and a case with enough airflow to…

Watercolours are a beautiful medium and create such stunning, delicate art. Here I’ll work on a geisha character, while also giving her my own personal touch. I imagined a strong, self-confident woman wielding a katana, and enjoy merging the traditional geisha figure with all the samurai symbolism to create a brand new combination. I usually work traditionally, with watercolour my speciality. I usually combine it with other traditional techniques such as ink, coloured pencils, markers, and so on. The fusion of these techniques in a single illustration provides the tones and textures I find attractive for telling the stories I want in an image. I also use digital retouching tools in my work as a cover illustrator. They offer a final step that’s essential for the narrative of each illustration.…

Create mystical glowing scenes Learn how to paint luminous light and colour with concept artist Pauline Voss Explore stylish sci-fi doodles Braden May reveals the fascinating bots and beings found in his sketchbook Get physical with fantasy Take your designs to a new medium with sculptors the Shiflett Brothers ISSUE 253 ON SALE 6TH MAY IN PRINT & DIGITAL…

Discover your potential with The Rookies; the launchpad for emerging digital artists. With The Rookies, your work won’t only be seen, it gets noticed and featured, just like this! Join a community where your journey from hobbyist to professional artist is supported every step of the way.  WWW.THEROOKIES.CO Leur Melodie YEAR CREATED: 2024 MEDIA: Photoshop “This image is a shot from my graduation short film, which I co-directed with Joanne Denquin-DeVroë, Laureline de Maupeou, Maxence Lalouette and Antoine Musset. I did the whole background and the colours, while Joanne worked on the character for the shot. This is the part of our film where our main character, Faël, loses his husband. He’s mourning and alone in this big home where they used to live together and share their love. We…

Acclaimed illustrator Derek Stenning has been teasing stunning artwork for his latest collab with board game publisher Matagot – a remake of the popular title Mission: Red Planet, which is expected to hit the shelves in May. To celebrate the game’s 20th anniversary, Matagot has moved away from the original steampunk aesthetic in favour of a retro sci-fi theme. “From the outset, they wanted something different,” says Derek. “When Matagot sent me the design brief, it included a couple of playful, somewhat cartoony, comic book-style images, but the majority of the references were my own artwork, both personal projects and commercial work that I’d done. So I pretty much started from scratch and had the freedom to lean heavily on my personal style.” Derek is no stranger to commercial projects,…

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“This illustration offers a glimpse into the life of a hunter from the Red Plains tribe within the Cat Empire. It depicts Sibelle and her Koikhat, named Orfax, in the middle of a hunt, as she guides her feline companion using precise swings of her golden whistles. The scene balances realism with whimsy, heightened by vivid colours against a deep blue sky to evoke tension and an otherworldly feel. I paint exclusively with a round, 100% opaque brush, hand-picking every single colour along the way. Subtle shifts on the colour wheel create unique progressions, which helps to shape my style intuitively. It’s a process that I find both deliberate and comforting.” Artist PROFILE Yohann Schepacz LOCATION: Japan Yohann is a French illustrator and concept artist living in Tokyo. He’s known for…

Price £710/$700 Company Sihoo Web https://sihoooffice.com RATING Sihoo office chairs aren’t always the prettiest, or most comfy on first sit, but they always offer plenty for the asking price. The C300 Pro is almost a case in point. Sitting in it for the first time felt awkward. With a few adjustments, of which there are many, it ends up a really enjoyable experience. Sitting on the Pro is comfortable indeed, and that’s only increased by the many ergonomic features. The back and base are made of mesh that offers a firmness with a bit of spring, so you get a great sink-in feel. The lumbar support is one of the more comfortable we’ve tried. Some manufacturers seem to think lumbar support needs to be stiff and hard to be taken…

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I worked for 13 years with games developer Bizarre Creations in a studio with over 200 people, but now I’m going into my 14th year of working from home as a freelancer. For 13 of those years, my dog has been a constant companion and is currently hogging my chair as I try to perch on the edge. She has a bed, but it’s cold and she cares not how comfortable I am. It’s a joy not to commute, and not having an alarm ring in the morning makes for a much easier start to my work day. After a dog walk I switch on my ancient 21-inch Wacom Cintiq and hope the Windows drivers still boot up. Working both traditionally and digitally doubles my workspace needs, partly due to…

Julie Warnant LOCATION: Canada MEDIA: Gouache, watercolour, ink, pencil, Procreate WEB: https://owlyjules.carrd.co Fairy tale illustrations are some of Julie’s many influences. She wants to create a calm and romantic feeling in her work, but with a touch of spookiness. 1 A FRIEND “Using my favourite dark inks, I was inspired by observing birds from a distance, where their shape might be distorted and it can take a moment to understand what you’re seeing.” 2 CALLING FOR THE STARS “Painted for the 2024 Gallery Nucleus Postcard Art Show. I lean towards warmer tones, so challenged myself to use brighter pinks, purples and oranges to add a fantastical element.” 3 THE LAST VESTIGEOF A MAGICIAN “A small reference to the work of Russian illustrator Ivan Bilibin. I attempted to smoothly transition from…