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Brand
08-26-2004, 08:06 PM
Overview: Looking for 1/4 or possibly 1/2 page art (prob. b+w) of an armed "everyman" defender standing in a doorway, back to viewer, ready to die to protect whatever's behind him. Should be slightly understated and stylized.

Rates: Flexible, say $25 - $50 depending on quality, size, detail, etc. But negotiable.
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Details: Unbroken Games is just starting up and we're looking to commission the first piece of art for our upcoming game of monsters invading the modern world.

The game is currently in development and we'd like some visuals that represent the themes of game for the website we're building. Grin. Like I said, we're just starting out.

About the game:

This is a game of childhood monsters sprung to life and stalking city streets. Of mythology suddenly made real. Of society reeling and scientists scratching their heads. This is a game of horror and dread...but not despair.

For all of you who thrill when Jesse Ventura hysterically unloads his chain gun in Predator, when the tanks finally show up in Reign of Fire, when Ripley at last steps out in the power loader in Aliens, this game follows in those footsteps. . .

Desperate heroes defend our world and way of life. It is a time of fear and great courage. But we will prevail.

What we’re looking for: A 1/4 (1/2 page possible) page piece of art that represents this theme of grim heroes staving off disaster. What we're envisioning is an image of a figure standing in a doorway, facing outside, his back to us, gun in hand. The strong implication is he's the only thing standing between whoever's in the room and oncoming horrors.

While we're very much open to interpretations, we originally saw the figure as somewhat obscured, whether a silhouette/shadow, washed out by an unseen spotlight outside, or simply illustrated in a hazy style. But that's just an idea. Maybe it should be a very realistic and clear piece. Maybe the door is closed and he's still inside, (although probably harder to evoke "oncoming horrors" with that, but you guys are good, so whatever works). As long as the mood is captured, we'll be thrilled.

As far as what the figure is doing, well, he could just be standing there, could be reloading, getting prepared, whatever. But the tone of the image should be steady determination, not panic. Something terrible is coming at this door and you take some comfort that this man is here, ready to die before he lets it pass.

How you imply the approaching menace and what it is is up to you. But whatever it is, it should be serious - no Akira stuffed animal monsters or evil clowns or that kind of thing. Understatement might be the key here, but if you need to be explicit, go for it.

Terms: $25 - $50 depending on quality, size, etc. Leaning towards b+w but will consider color and will up rates if needed. We'll pay half up front (after discussing piece and, if needed, maybe seeing a rough sketch to get an idea of what you're thinking) and half on completion. Deadline is flexible. Also open on rights - at minimum, we need rights to post it on a website and eventually in print, not necessarily exclusively (but that would be nice).

If you're interested or have any questions, just send me a PM or email me at bsurette@gmail.com Portfolios are fine at this point.

Reef
08-26-2004, 10:04 PM
Sounds interesting! Thank you for posting.

Email sent.


Gary Dupuis

AndyHep
08-27-2004, 01:33 AM
Are you expecting the good folks of RPGnet to submit sketches, or are you looking for portfolios at this stage, from which you'll choose your artist?

Andy

Erik Roman
08-27-2004, 04:14 AM
Sounds kinda cool. I'd like a stab at this. My work can be found at
www.portfolios.com/erikroman
and
www.bucketoflizards.com



Thanks,
Erik

Jason J. McCuiston
08-27-2004, 06:16 AM
Are you expecting the good folks of RPGnet to submit sketches, or are you looking for portfolios at this stage, from which you'll choose your artist?

Andy

That's a good question. I'd love to do this piece, but I really can't afford to do it right now, without some guarantee of pay. The rates listed are good; but I don't want to do a 1/2 page piece that winds up 2nd place ($0) when I could be working on a paying project.

A little clarification would be appreciated. And thanks for the opportunity.

--JJM

Brand
08-27-2004, 06:19 AM
Andy -

Portfolios are fine at this point.

Jason - I'll go back and edit the open call to be more clear on this. I just meant that after I choose an artist (based on portfolio and a bit of discussion on the project) and we've agreed on a direction on the piece (looking at a comp. sketch or two), then I'll pay the first half. I just don't want to pay before I have at least an *idea* of what direction you plan on taking the piece.

Not looking for a contest here, although those are a lot of fun.

Ignatz
08-27-2004, 09:22 AM
I like the pic idea and overall concept behind the game. My 'folio can be found here:

http://www.ccthrom.com

Thanks for any consideration!

Amanda
08-27-2004, 09:36 AM
Email sent! Sounds like an interesting game.

Brand
08-27-2004, 10:33 AM
Note: A few of you have mentioned the "childhood monsters" part of the game. While this is partly true, I mostly mean it in the sense that all things that you imagined, alone at your room at night, well, a lot them may have ended up to be real. And now we have to deal with them, because they're coming for us.

But by no means is it a children's game nor a game about things exclusively from a child's imagination.

It's also about creatures sprung from mythology and even completely unknown and less familiar monsters invading. So, yes, childhood monsters but also Gigeresque or Lovecraftian monsters and traditional monsters (zombies, vampires, werewolves, etc) could be in the mix as well. Just about anything you can imagine. Things aren't anywhere as crazy or ad-hoc as in RIFTS or TORG, but there's a similar amount of possibilities....

Just don't want to pigeon-hole it...

That said, some great artists have already sent links. I'll review everything tonight, but probably won't make a decision for a few days.

Jolly John
08-27-2004, 11:40 AM
Howdy. Some of my stuff is here. If you dig it, please message me.
Thanx, jolly j.
http://www.comicartfans.com/GalleryDetail.asp?GCat=1906

veinglory
08-29-2004, 05:20 AM
Colour me interested: http://billplee.epilogue.net

Brand
08-31-2004, 01:10 PM
Hi everyone,

I just wanted to say we've received some truly outstanding portfolios and are nearing a decision. So, anyone who's been on the fence, try to get an email to me by end of day.

Thanks!

Brand
09-01-2004, 05:00 PM
Hi everyone,

We've selected an artist. Thanks for all of your submissions! We'll be having a lot more art and several of you will be getting follow-ups from us for future pieces.

Thanks again!