Zicon makes pretty pictures

Zicon · November 2

A landscape I made for a commission.

A path leading into the woods early in the morning, promising adventure just beyond the horizon. Sunbeams are coming through trees, and a last bit of mist hangs low over the ground. The forest floor is filled with colourful flowers.

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Zicon · November 3

One of my favourite pieces from 2020.

Outdoor scene on a summer afternoon. A small dark-skinned elf child in fine clothing is running excitedly towards a blue dragon fitted with riding gear. An elf man in simpler clothing stands next to the dragon, bowing respectfully towards the approaching child.

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Zicon · November 4

The original portrait of my favourite D&D character to date. Rowena is an aasimar hexblade warlock with big aunty energy who doesn't bother to engage with sanity more than strictly necessary.

A pale woman with her face covered by a mask and ghostly wings sprouting from her back looks up at a sword hovering over her hand. Glowing purple glyphs float around the sword's blade.

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Zicon · November 5

These two characters are from a short story I wrote in late 2020, which would accidentally grow into an entire fantasy setting.

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Zicon · November 6

Promo render I made for the lovely Akuna outfit at 3D Shards.

A curvy young woman wearing a loose, heavily embroidered coat over leggings and a tube top, posing for a fashion shoot.

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Zicon · November 9

"Skirts are for girls? No, honey, clothes are for people."

An attractive man with shoulder-length hair and great legs poses for the camera, showing off his outfit of a t-shirt, vest and skirt, combined with a fashionable handbag and motorcycle boots. The t-shirt, vest and skirt are in the bold pink, purple and blue of the bi Pride flag.

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3Diva · November 9

Zicon said:

When asked to make a promo for the soda can freebie on 3D Shards, I wanted to mimic the look and feel of real soda advertisements. Turns out making good-looking condensation and ice cubes is a non-trivlal amount of work, who'd'a thunk it?!

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This really turned out fantastic! Awesome render!

Zicon · November 9

Making a texture expansion based on alchemical symbols seemed like a good idea when I started, but let me tell you: 21 full sets is a lot. Don't do it, kids; learn from my mistakes.

Three cultists wearing loose robes with hoods covering the upper half of their faces. The colours and patterns on the robes are for different alchemical elements: Earth, bismuth and water.

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Zicon · November 15

One of my favourite promo renders to date, showcasing the East Vibes material set for the Akuna outfit.

A curvy young woman and a man standing close together in a playful, intimate pose. She wearing a loose coat or kimono over leggings and a tube top. The clothes are blue and have patterns giving them an eastern vibe. He is wearing similar leggings and coat. His are in green, also with eastern-type patterns.

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Zicon · November 20

Fury remains one of the most adorable 3D models ever created, even cruel fantasy villains think so.

A horned man in fancy armour and dramatic makeup smiles as he hugs a chubby little piglet to his chest. Behind him several buildings are engulfed in fire. A human corpse lies on the ground, barely visible among the rubble.

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Zicon · November 21

Promo render for the character Naura on 3D Shards.

A pretty young woman sitting in a pink chair. She has long, dark hair, and is wearing glasses with pink lenses, bell-bottom jeans and platform sandals. She's sitting with her legs crossed, one arm resting on her knee, as she's smiling at the camera.

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Zicon · November 22

I have to hold myself back from fixing all the problems I see in this old piece, because if I begin, I will never do anything but fix old art.

A large nest with blue, textured eggs lies on top of a ledge in a crystal cave. A dark-skinned dwarf woman with red hair and glowing runes on her face is climbing on to the ledge, smiling as she spots the single unhatched egg.

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Zicon · November 25

One of those renders made without a plan, just throwing things together and spending way too much time on a pose that looks deceptively simple.

Realistic 3D image of a man and a woman. The man has blue skin and small trees growing like horns out of his forehead. The woman has white hair and is dressed in dramatic black. They look at each other and touch each other's shoulders with an outstretched arm. They are not friends, but have agreed not to be in conflict.

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Zicon · November 26

My first attempt at making landscapes with UltraScenery 2.

A path following a stream through a green landscape.

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WinterMoon · November 26

Zicon said: My first attempt at making landscapes with UltraScenery 2.

It's very

Zicon · November 26

WinterMoon said:

It's very

Thank you! I'm really enjoying working with UltraScenery 2; it's an excellent upgrade from the original.

Zicon · November 27

Fantasy render from 2021.

Realistic 3D rendering of a woman in a long, red, hooded dress. Her face is in shadow. She rests a scythe on her shoulders, holding it in place with hands that have an immaculate bright red manicure. She is surrounded by hundreds of burning candles. In the background, lava pours from the mouth of a devilish stone face. The scene is dominated by strong red and orange colours.

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Zicon · November 30

After having my arse kicked by deadlines, it's been good to sit down and make some art for no other reason than making something pretty.

A young blond man stretches and yawns as he sits up in bed. He's wearing the short blue shirt and tight pink panties he's slept in. There is a circular window in the paper wall behind him, showing a glimpse of the cherry blossom tree planted in the garden outside.

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Zicon · December 4

This is a very norwegian card: The bullfinch is a common motif for christmas cards, and our folklore is full of trolls like this. The troll is of course wearing a knitted sweater in a traditional pattern.

Realistic 3D render of a snowy forested landscape. A big-nosed troll wearing a knitted sweater in a traditional pattern is smiling down at the curious bullfinch perching on his finger.

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WinterMoon · December 5

Why does he look like my uncle?! (Uncle by marriage. My relatives don't look like this.)

David R · December 6

I'm often praised for my facial expressions, but I got NOTHING on you!

Zicon · December 6

WinterMoon said:

Why does he look like my uncle?! (Uncle by marriage. My relatives don't look like this.)

Is ... is he part norwegian?

David R said:

I'm often praised for my facial expressions, but I got NOTHING on you!

Thank you, that is high praise indeed!

WinterMoon · December 7

Zicon said:

WinterMoon said:

Why does he look like my uncle?! (Uncle by marriage. My relatives don't look like this.)

Is ... is he part norwegian?

100%, born and bred. So am I.

Zicon · December 12

Today's christmas card to brighten up those dark winter nights.

Realistic 3D render of a reindeer on a winter night. The reindeer is looking up at the sky, which is blazing with the bright colours of the northern light.

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Zicon · December 18

Jingle my bells, you know you want to.

Santa kneels on a thick red carpet in front of a lit fireplace and a Christmas tree. He is dressed only in a Santa hat, long stockings and very small red shorts with white fur trim. He leans his hands on a huge red and white candy cane. Decorated bells hang below his belt buckle. He's obviously been waiting for you.

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Zicon · December 22

We did it. We survived the longest night of the year. Pat yourself on the back and relax with a soothing christmas card.

A night in a snow-covered forest. A small cottage sits between the trees, with warm light in the windows, and smoke coming out of the chimney. Above is a clear night sky, full of bright stars, and the Milky Way painting a trail down the center.

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WinterMoon · December 22

Zicon said:

We did it. We survived the longest night of the year. [gorgeous picture]

It's beaooootiful!

When I was a child, I got a book called Christmas in Our House as a present one year. I think some of my cousins had it too. It's about all sorts of Christmas traditions, ranging from the religious to the folksy, and has recipes and stuff. I read the chapter about the light and dark Lucias, and I was so terrified of seeing the Dark Lucia and her Wild Hunt that I couldn't sleep. (And today on Stuff only Norwegians Get: I also hated Pernille & Mister Nelson. It freaked me out, for some reason. I'm sure the puppets being nightmare fuel had nothing what so ever to do with that....)

Zicon · December 22

WinterMoon said:

It's beaooootiful!

Thank you, this might be the render I'm the most happy with ever.

(And today on Stuff only Norwegians Get: I also hated Pernille & Mister Nelson. It freaked me out, for some reason. I'm sure the puppets being nightmare fuel had nothing what so ever to do with that....)

I had forgotten about Pernille and Mr. Nelson. Had forgotten. Excuse me while I go rinse my brain out with bleach...

WinterMoon · 3:30PM

Noooo! Bleach doesn't help anything, and isn't recommended by the public health authorities. The Norwegian way is with Jägermeister.

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