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Interested in hosting a contest or event of your own? Below the calendar you'll see several tips! You can also refer to this tutorial for an in-depth guide. Banners aren't mandatory but they are encouraged because it not only attracts attention, but it might also end up on the pop reel, which means more visibility and possibly more participants! We also include new contests with banners in the PMC Weekly. Be sure to check out this How to guide by DinowCookie if you're not sure where to start!
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I've seen people often think of an original character (OC) as a particular design, and while that will hold true in some communities it is also not an unambiguous interpretation. Delving into what an OC is (or can be interpreted as) might be in order, particularly with events as of recent.
Original character refers to a character that isn't a part of previously licensed material. This explains the originality part of it; so what is a character exactly. Contrary to what seems to be the focal point on pmc, a character is usually defined equally or moreso by their bio, their mind etc. compared to that of how they look. This is because those attributes or traits will remain the same, no matter the visual you put over said character. Of course the visuals play a role too, however, an OC is more than the visuals alone. You can find severaldefinitions of character, that hints towards this.
Of course this doesn't mean that the visual aesthetic of your character should not be accounted for, particularly when others have a spin on your original character: What it does mean is that you can reimagine the visuals of the character in case you keep their unique traits consistent. Reshading a skin is not the only way to remake an OC, adding your own ideas to it should be equally, or more, appreciated, as it might help you find new sides of the character you invented. A question that might be worthwhile asking yourself is: if you only view your character as a visual shell, is it really a full-fletched character?
My own tuppence: the art world and media as a whole would be terribly dull if derivative works were never allowed to deviate from a given original work. Ergo, I'm not fond of the idea that new art must walk lockstep with its referent material. After all, we'd be doing away with a lot of fanart, fan-fiction, cosplays, and so forth.
At their core, fan-material often only takes the essence of its referent, then goes on to append new ideas and perspectives to create something new and interesting. I don't see why our approach to skinning and fan-skins must differ.
I wholeheartedly agree with this. A character should have depth, if the "character" is purely visual or is being used purely as an agenda tool, then I believe such "characters" are nothing more than empty husks. Although, I do believe it's fine to just draw a form that you find interest in. However, in that respect, I wouldn't call such works "characters". Most of my skins aren't characters but visual humanoid representations of an idea.
I've been a writer with dozens of OCs for three years. During those three years, I've learned that while appearance is important, the story is what truly matters. My current main characters have a few interesting physical traits, but overall their silhouette is that of an average human being. Their personality is what makes them unique and stand out.
Don't apologise for taking a break from something that was once fun and has turned into what feels like a chore: in the context of skinmaking on pmc, skins you post on planetminecraft will commonly be something you do as a hobby; people do not have the right to expect you to make a skin to a schedule when this is the case. People shouldn't push that expecation onto anyone, neither should you have to push it onto yourself. I think me, and several others, much prefer to see one or more really really good skins followed by a break, than someone churning out par to subpar skins because of lack of enthusiasm; if you can stay on your A-game while making several skins a day, by any means do so, that's awesome, just make sure you stay fresh and interested.
Taking a break from anything that you spend your freetime doing is to be expected, in fact, I'd encourage anyone to just do it without even having to explain why: Breaks being good for your continued interest and enthusiasm in the subject is all the reason needed. Stay on top lads!
(I hate pointing it out but it's making me laugh you spelt hobby wrong lol) x Completely agreed- I don't think anyone needs to state they're taking a break because it's for their happiness and being, however if you want to openly state to people you are to make them aware then that's perfectly fine too! x
Plus it's good to take breaks for the sake of enjoying real life outside skinning to, making time for yourself and everything for your mental, emotional and physical health x
did you REALLY think I wasn't going to make tons of memes about the tech support ad people? well you're wrong im making way too much memes now also lol what the meme says 'nyeh' in it
ok i made too many should i be proud of this? or not?
You know, I've never really used my wallposts but whatever, better late than never.
I like to paint minis for DnD and 3d printing makes it more interesting. Here's a current WIP print held together by blutack. Some parts need reprinting but that's being saved for the end.
Nah, it's from a kickstarter I backed, unfortunately I'm not talented enough to model things myself haha. Got a bunch of other dragon models with it as well as busts etc.
Alright, now I'm officially 29 years old today. Planet Minecraft is one of the best communities. Thank you everyone for everything that has been making many great experiences, relationships, and warmth through out my 8 years membership in this community. Please remember that you all are special! ^_^
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Eastonium
7/29/20 4:28
• posted 11/27/19 4:07
also lol what the meme says 'nyeh' in it
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