ImagineFX

ImagineFX is the only magazine for fantasy and sci-fi digital artists. Each issue contains an eclectic mixture of in-depth workshops from the world's best artists, plus galleries and interviews, community news and product reviews. ***Please note: From September 2012 onwards our digital version feature links to download video tutorials and Q&A workshop resource files. Issues prior to September 2012 do not feature this additional content.***

Editor’s letter • Welcome to… NO.1 FOR DIGITAL ARTISTS ImagineFX

EDITOR’S CHOICE • Three of my top picks this month…

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The Rookies

What artists need to know to break into picture books • Picture this The rise of image-led books presents artists with unique opportunities – Dominic Carter discovers how to enter their world

PROF. MARTIN SALISBURY • There are many ways to become part of the picture book story…

When two tribes go to war • Skin deep Renowned comic artist David Finch teams up with The Walking Dead writer Robert Kirkman to release ‘unrelentingly brutal’ comic series Skinbreaker

Rebelle update unveiled • Simulation sensation A new version of the much-loved painting software promises increased realism with its upcoming release

Variant covers steal the show in crossover comic • Unlikely duo Fans are drooling as Marvel and DC join forces in the first of two series partnering Batman with Deadpool

The path of… Katsuya Terada • Blurred lines Known for his offbeat manga, the artist shares his journey

Jo Rioux • Clutter-free grandeur How the artist changed her untidy ways to create a stately studio workspace

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Letters • YOUR FEEDBACK & OPINIONS

FRESH PAINT • New works that have grabbed our attention

KILLER INSTINCTS • Trevor Hogg gets the scoop on the character designs for hit action-comedy anime series Sakamoto Days…

TRANSFORMED FOR THE ACTION • How a smart piece of stylisation links the lead character’s past and present

FINDING BALANCE FOR THE MOOD • Shadows helped convey the desired tone and emotion in Sakamoto Days

Development sheet PROJECT TITLE: LUMA • Samuel Navarro introduces a solarpunk universe where characters Ren and Cora go on an adventure to discover the source of the bizarre phenomenon that shattered their peaceful lives

Choro Choi • Open up the Guerrilla Games artist’s bad-to-the-bone sketchbook to explore her personal projects and fascination with faces

MASTER THE TECHNIQUES YOU NEED TO CREATE YOUR BEST FANTASY ART • Let the industry experts at ImagineFX be your guide as you dive into a wealth of tips, tricks and techniques for incredible fantasy art, from how-to guides to programs from Photoshop to Krita, to in-depth technique masterclasses

Workshops • Advice from the world’s best artists

ILLUSTRATE AN EPIC BOOK COVER • Learn how to create captivating fantasy artwork that draws in readers as Fernanda Suarez goes in-depth on her workflow

CREATE TENSION WITH CONTRAST • Laura Rosmaninho explores an intense narrative by utilising big impact to spur viewer curiosity

AN IMAGE BURSTING WITH STORY

COMPOSE A FLUENT PAINTING • Emanuel Dias shares the details of how he developed a giant robot and his hoverbike-riding companion

FUTURISTIC FRIENDS

EFFECTIVE SCI-FI COMPOSITIONS

FOCUS ON VALUE DURING DESIGN • Michael Darjania tells us about his mindset when building up striking fantasy concepts

DARK FANTASY CONCEPT ART

INK CONCEPT ART WITH COMIC...