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Orioto art thread - New VG wall every thursday!

Raitaro said:
Dear monsieur Orioto,

Now that I can finally post here, I want to tell you how much me and my girl have grown to love your art. It has adorned many a laptop and computer screen over the years and has become the benchmark of all game art for us. Heck, when thinking about some of these older games, your art is now often the image that pops in our heads first, not the original game graphics! If our limited budget allows it, we will make sure to buy some of it in the (near) future to to help make our new flat look like home finally. I have to perfect spot in mind already.

If I may make some suggestions (which you are completely free to ignore of course): please make one based on Outrun, preferably with a tropical setting and it's original behind the car perspective. It would be the perfect piece to hang on our wall during the summer. Or, do a four in one "all seasons" piece which shows the car driving through four vastly different environments that fit with the four seasons.

Another suggestion, if I may: a piece based on Street Fighter 3, preferably featuring Sean's New Generation Christmas in New York stage, Alex's New Generation alley stage, or Ryu/Ken's New Generation outside and inside hot spring stage (which would be perfect for a wider panorama piece).

A third suggestion: an art piece based on Faxanadu featuring tha games subdued, dark earthen tones and perhaps displaying the World Tree you climb.

A fourth and final suggestion, which might be the one most overdue: Tetris, complete with Russian undertones (the Saint Basil's Cathedral!) and Nintendo's space shuttle launch theme.

Whatever you do though, it's always worth looking forward to. Take care and keep up the excellent work! Merci.

Warmest regards,
Raitaro and his girl

ps. In cases such as ours where money is limited, I'm not sure if the "buy for one week plan" is really benefiting you (or us) as it is hard to decide on such short notice whether to spend your money on the current piece or wait for the next one. I would extend the buying period until it overlaps a bit with the next one so people can decide at least between those two pieces. Then again, it's fully up to you of course.

(In all seriousness: you are in a class of your own when it comes to this kind of art my good sir. Truly amazing! Please don't ever think of us as ungrateful, even if we aren't somehow expressing our gratitude in money, which we should do.)
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Wow, nice and long post :)
I'm not sure i get the logic of the overlapping buying period :p I don't know, the thing is those frescoes are really dedicaced to hardcore fans of a game so they have there own little niche audience i guess. Maybe not. ANyway i don't think i'll manage to have something every week. I could let 2 weeks for a sale indeed, but i usually notice that the hype and talk stops before the end of the week anyway...

But something that i have to say. The limited time actually works it seems. At least before that a new picture was selling 1 or 2 at first and more on the very long term. The limit clearly bring more sales for a week cause well, it forces people to make a decision. When before they were like "oh nice, i'll buy that someday mayb", and probably forgot in the way you know.

Now for the FFVI poster, when it's finished, i still hesitate between the usual time limit on redbubble or to actually use a french store and have a real numbered edition without time limit. But it's pretty clear that if you're not Zac Gorman, or Olly Moss, 50 limited edition means people have time cause it won't sold out, so as it's expensive (40 euros for classic and 81 for deluxe), they will wait and postponed the buy i guess.
But who knows lol, actually it would help if some gaffers would tell me if they prefer a more expensive limited edition with certificate. (This is the store and the formula, let me know what you think guys)

As for your suggestions, it's noted ;)
And thx for all the kind words!

By the way i'm on Behance now if some of you want to follow me there.
 
You are very welcome!

As I stated, it's fully up to what you think works best of course. I was just thinking aloud about possible alternatives.

To continue that for a bit, if you don't mind: there is quite a bit of middle road so to speak between offering it for sale forever, or just for one single week. Sometimes a week simply might be too short as people that are on holiday, sick, or offline because of other reasons will simply miss it entirely. A week flies by before you know it sometimes, right? What I'm trying to say is that having a too short sale period might backfire as well, so the challenge is to find a good sweet spot that makes a piece tempting to buy but also gives people enough time to notice it and decide. But again, it's your decision and only you know your own schedule, the sale data etc.

Thanks for taking the time to reply to me and I'll be sure to keep checking your future work.
 
Raitaro said:
You are very welcome!

As I stated, it's fully up to what you think works best of course. I was just thinking aloud about possible alternatives.

To continue that for a bit, if you don't mind: there is quite a bit of middle road so to speak between offering it for sale forever, or just for one single week. Sometimes a week simply might be too short as people that are on holiday, sick, or offline because of other reasons will simply miss it entirely. A week flies by before you know it sometimes, right? What I'm trying to say is that having a too short sale period might backfire as well, so the challenge is to find a good sweet spot that makes a piece tempting to buy but also gives people enough time to notice it and decide. But again, it's your decision and only you know your own schedule, the sale data etc.

Thanks for taking the time to reply to me and I'll be sure to keep checking your future work.
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Indeed maybe you're right and i could let them 2 weeks or one month i don't know.
 
It's sad to see that all three parts of the FFVI fresco won't be completed, but it's understandable because it's such a huge undertaking with not a lot of money to be had. It's really a shame that you're not getting the recognition you deserve for your work. Anyway, I look forward to the completed first part and I'll definitely buy it.
 
Franklinator said:
It's sad to see that all three parts of the FFVI fresco won't be completed, but it's understandable because it's such a huge undertaking with not a lot of money to be had. It's really a shame that you're not getting the recognition you deserve for your work. Anyway, I look forward to the completed first part and I'll definitely buy it.
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If it successful enough i'll do the rest :) We'll see.
 
Raitaro said:
You are very welcome!

As I stated, it's fully up to what you think works best of course. I was just thinking aloud about possible alternatives.

To continue that for a bit, if you don't mind: there is quite a bit of middle road so to speak between offering it for sale forever, or just for one single week. Sometimes a week simply might be too short as people that are on holiday, sick, or offline because of other reasons will simply miss it entirely. A week flies by before you know it sometimes, right? What I'm trying to say is that having a too short sale period might backfire as well, so the challenge is to find a good sweet spot that makes a piece tempting to buy but also gives people enough time to notice it and decide. But again, it's your decision and only you know your own schedule, the sale data etc.

Thanks for taking the time to reply to me and I'll be sure to keep checking your future work.
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I'll agree a week is well too short. Limited #'s or maybe a month. I don't even get a chance to check GAF some weeks. I would have bought the Sonic freska. Guess I'm SoL.
 
b3b0p said:
I'll agree a week is well too short. Limited #'s or maybe a month. I don't even get a chance to check GAF some weeks. I would have bought the Sonic freska. Guess I'm SoL.
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Yeah a month maybe i don't know... If i can have different sales in the same time, but it's messy to inform people. Cause a month is really long if it doesn't sell lol. The hype dies pretty quickly.

Like the FZero one, i've put a week more but except for the 3 guys who asked for it, nothing is happening after that.
 
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Was there anything new this week or is it still F-Zero?

You should update the OP with the latest art you're selling if possible with the end date specifically listed in the title/OP. Also put all the current pieces of the FF fresco in the OP too (looking awesome btw).
 
Mikhal said:
Was there anything new this week or is it still F-Zero?

You should update the OP with the latest art you're selling if possible with the end date specifically listed in the title/OP. Also put all the current pieces of the FF fresco in the OP too (looking awesome btw).
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Nothing new this week, the fzero is not on sale anymore.
People really go see the op ? I never do that on GAF, i mean for long thread :p

I'm thinking about a clear system to show what's on sale for a limited time. I'll put it longer next time i think, maybe one month. But i need something to show it clearly. I'm beginning to be lost now, i don't even know where to communicate efficiently.. I should have focused on Facebook from the beginning..
 
probably super lttp on this one but I just loaded/saved a whole bunch of Orioto's images on my 3DS. very beautiful stuff, very impressive and looks amazing in 3D on the upper screen.

just wanted to say thank you very much for making your art Orioto. very inspiring and very nice to look at. this is giving me dreams of what Nintendo could actually do with its IPs if they would take more chances with them. all the best in the future!
 
mikelb7 said:
probably super lttp on this one but I just loaded/saved a whole bunch of Orioto's images on my 3DS. very beautiful stuff, very impressive and looks amazing in 3D on the upper screen.

just wanted to say thank you very much for making your art Orioto. very inspiring and very nice to look at. this is giving me dreams of what Nintendo could actually do with its IPs if they would take more chances with them. all the best in the future!
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Thx :)
 
orioto said:
Nothing new this week, the fzero is not on sale anymore.
People really go see the op ? I never do that on GAF, i mean for long thread :p

I'm thinking about a clear system to show what's on sale for a limited time. I'll put it longer next time i think, maybe one month. But i need something to show it clearly. I'm beginning to be lost now, i don't even know where to communicate efficiently.. I should have focused on Facebook from the beginning..
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I normally don't read the OP after the 1st time because nobody updates them. If they were updated more, I'd check on it more often. An updated OP helps more often than it hurts especially when things change often and may get lost in the thread.

Can you change your prices on redbubble? Since you have other artwork that isn't limited, perhaps you can offer 2 pieces on sale at a time. Maybe a limited time print that is available for a month and a discounted print that is available for a week in order to get more eyes on the page? Just throwing random things out there.
 
Mikhal said:
I normally don't read the OP after the 1st time because nobody updates them. If they were updated more, I'd check on it more often. An updated OP helps more often than it hurts especially when things change often and may get lost in the thread.

Can you change your prices on redbubble? Since you have other artwork that isn't limited, perhaps you can offer 2 pieces on sale at a time. Maybe a limited time print that is available for a month and a discounted print that is available for a week in order to get more eyes on the page? Just throwing random things out there.
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Yeah that's an idea, although my margins are already really low so it's difficult to lower it lol..

But i really need to find a way to communicate efficiently!
Guys can someone help me, does someone actually know how the interwebs secrets to market your product :p ? I'm probably making so many mistakes lol.
 
Dash Kappei said:
Count me on the "wish the OP was updated" side.
It makes even more sense since the title gets updated.
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Well, ok :p
I've reworked my Op for more obviousness! It will be updated for each new thing now!

Also there is something new (yes it never was for sale actually!)

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END : Wednesday, the 7th of august!!
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ColonelSkills said:
Oh man I can't wait for this.

What context are the bonuses being used in? Will they not be in the final piece?
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Oh, yes they will be there.
It's just that i added after i divided the fresco in scenes and it changes all the numbers if i give them a number :p It's quiet messy!
 
*slow clap*

Doing an amazing job on the FFVI pieces, orioto.

I'm bummed you aren't getting more attention for them, but once completed (if you choose to soldier on), I will do all I can to get you some exposure from various FF 'clubs' around the net.
 
TheJollyCorner said:
*slow clap*

Doing an amazing job on the FFVI pieces, orioto.

I'm bummed you aren't getting more attention for them, but once completed (if you choose to soldier on), I will do all I can to get you some exposure from various FF 'clubs' around the net.
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That's nice :p But do that for the first one cause it will be too late after that :)
 
So pissed I missed the Quackshot fresco but I didn't have the money then :(
Hate this timed sales with a passion but I'm glad if it's working out better for you man
 
Definitely like what you are doing with the FF fresco (I'm currently replaying it). Been following your thread for a while. Keep it up, looking forward to seeing the finished piece!
 
F-zero just showed up in my mailbox.

If I wasn't just about to move right now I'd get it framed. Looks great.

Thanks again for putting it up for sale a second time.
 
And a nice interview at otlgaming

So guys the Fresco being almost finished i would like those who are interested to tell me somethings, please. I know you probably won't see that, despite you suscribed to the thread, but let's try ;)

First, i have an opportunity to do a limited print (with authenfication certificate) with a french online store. But it will be more expensive (like this one ).

Would you prefer that to what i do usually, with a limited time but less expensive, without certificate.

Also for the idea of having small prints for individual FFVI scenes. I'm not sure where to do that, cause at Red Bubble or even Society, small prints are at least 12". Only 5-6" prints are postcards. Would you be ok with postcards ? Problem is that i won't do a great margin on that, but it won't be expensive at least, like maybe 3 euros (still expensive for a postcard lol). but they are great paper and print quality anyway.

Tell me what you think please, this is for you as much as for me :p
 
I would go with the limited numbered print edition, it's much better than the one week limit(I'm still bitter I missed the quackshot fresco :( )
the ff vi fresco is nice but I'm not really fond of the game so I can't really spend money on it. I still plan to buy some print of your other works. You're very talented and some of your arts are really beautiful and not tacky like a lot of fan arts. (I don't say your work is some random fanart)

Don't ever give up!
 
b3b0p said:
Is the FF6 freska done? I want to see a pic of it before I commit to purchasing.
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Don't worry you won't commit to anything lol ;)

Me_Marcadet said:
I would go with the limited numbered print edition, it's much better than the one week limit(I'm still bitter I missed the quackshot fresco :( )
the ff vi fresco is nice but I'm not really fond of the game so I can't really spend money on it. I still plan to buy some print of your other works. You're very talented and some of your arts are really beautiful and not tacky like a lot of fan arts. (I don't say your work is some random fanart)

Don't ever give up!
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Well it will be one month now if i go on with the time limit.
 
orioto said:
And a nice interview at otlgaming

So guys the Fresco being almost finished i would like those who are interested to tell me somethings, please. I know you probably won't see that, despite you suscribed to the thread, but let's try ;)

First, i have an opportunity to do a limited print (with authenfication certificate) with a french online store. But it will be more expensive (like this one ).

Would you prefer that to what i do usually, with a limited time but less expensive, without certificate.

Also for the idea of having small prints for individual FFVI scenes. I'm not sure where to do that, cause at Red Bubble or even Society, small prints are at least 12". Only 5-6" prints are postcards. Would you be ok with postcards ? Problem is that i won't do a great margin on that, but it won't be expensive at least, like maybe 3 euros (still expensive for a postcard lol). but they are great paper and print quality anyway.

Tell me what you think please, this is for you as much as for me :p
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I think the choice should go to whatever supports you better. I am not sure if you make more money from the limited run, or the limited time. I'm not sure how much of a cut you get from either of these services.

That said, your F-zero piece from Redbubble looked good, especially considering the price point. I have bought a few other posters printed at RB and they can look really great for a print on demand service. I am uncertain what the comparative print quality is on this store. (Not saying RB is the best thing I've ever seen but they are good for what they are).

While the shipping from the geek-art store isn't killer to my country, it is unfriendlier than RBs. All other things equal (which I'm sure they are not), that would be my 'preference'.

I am, personally, not too keen on numbered certs on most prints. I don't dislike them but they aren't my primary concern.

The FF6 fresco will be physically large, I imagine, no matter which way you decide to print it. So I don't know if the size dictates how much of a return you can expect to get from each one sold or what.

If you think that the quality from Geek-Art is worth the price difference (and you think you'll make more money there), I'll nab it from wherever. I've been supportive of this thing in it's entirety and want to see you finish out the last two. So my choice is contingent on whichever you think will give that a better chance of happening.
 
ColonelSkills said:
I think the choice should go to whatever supports you better. I am not sure if you make more money from the limited run, or the limited time. I'm not sure how much of a cut you get from either of these services.

That said, your F-zero piece from Redbubble looked good, especially considering the price point. I have bought a few other posters printed at RB and they can look really great for a print on demand service. I am uncertain what the comparative print quality is on this store. (Not saying RB is the best thing I've ever seen but they are good for what they are).

While the shipping from the geek-art store isn't killer to my country, it is unfriendlier than RBs. All other things equal (which I'm sure they are not), that would be my 'preference'.

I am, personally, not too keen on numbered certs on most prints. I don't dislike them but they aren't my primary concern.

The FF6 fresco will be physically large, I imagine, no matter which way you decide to print it. So I don't know if the size dictates how much of a return you can expect to get from each one sold or what.

If you think that the quality from Geek-Art is worth the price difference (and you think you'll make more money there), I'll nab it from wherever. I've been supportive of this thing in it's entirety and want to see you finish out the last two. So my choice is contingent on whichever you think will give that a better chance of happening.
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Well, thx for your answer already :)
And well to tell you the truth there are no real financial interest for me to put it on the french store, where it's more expensive (way more) and gives me a smaller margin. The only interest is that it's more classy, cause it's limited and authentified.
That's probably not the good solution for those kind of prints...

Would some of you have an opinion of advices for the individual smaller prints ?
 
If that's the case, then I'd just go with whatever made you more money. While I can't speak for others, whichever puts more cash in your pocket makes sense to me. Is it at all possible to do both? Or does Geek-Art need an exclusivity deal? I ask because maybe putting them up side by side is the best way of measuring absolute returns from both business models.

As for the post card style things, I'll have to defer. While I think it would be a neat thing to do, I don't think it's something I, personally, would purchase. (I would much rather have the whole fresco as one unit). So my opinion is moot, on that one.
 
ColonelSkills said:
If that's the case, then I'd just go with whatever made you more money. While I can't speak for others, whichever puts more cash in your pocket makes sense to me. Is it at all possible to do both? Or does Geek-Art need an exclusivity deal? I ask because maybe putting them up side by side is the best way of measuring absolute returns from both business models.

As for the post card style things, I'll have to defer. While I think it would be a neat thing to do, I don't think it's something I, personally, would purchase. (I would much rather have the whole fresco as one unit). So my opinion is moot, on that one.
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Yeah having both would be messy anyway.
I hope some of the guys who asked for the individual small prints will show up :p
 
In all honesty, as much as I love FF6 and want this fresco, I don't think I can justify spending too much. I'm not at all concerned about the value of a limited run, so I would definitely go for the lower price. Probably about $25-$40 is my sweet spot.
 
Diomedeskun said:
In all honesty, as much as I love FF6 and want this fresco, I don't think I can justify spending too much. I'm not at all concerned about the value of a limited run, so I would definitely go for the lower price. Probably about $25-$40 is my sweet spot.
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If i put it on my usual store, the bigger format (76 cm width) will be 35€

And 2 remaining.

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So, it's almost finished. One image remaining after this small combo.

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ATTENTION GUYS!!
The complete poster will be on sale from Monday the 29th of July to Monday the 2nd of September.
 
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