Diggis Contemplates BAT

Diggis · August 16, 2008, 04:50:51 PM

Hey, Next up I'll do some transitions to Cal's canals, haven't done that yet. They also work really well with Mas's works too, which was a happy coincedence. I'm not sure how much would be involved in matching SG's original work, but given the number of models and lots, it's no small task. I'll see how I go. I want to create a set with a grass bank texture, then some pieces for the banks and water for interest as well.

Diggis · August 19, 2008, 10:15:09 AM

OK, I've been working on Waterfalls... I saw you perk up Pat...

I've been working on the top and the bottom piece, and have a few pics to pique your interest:

Pat · August 19, 2008, 10:30:35 AM

LoL Shaun its almost as you was talking to me lol.... Looking real good there, just a small thought is to have the falls a litte bit wider and irregular if that is possible... Other then that I cant wait to see them in game!! Ohh btw did you make a dock pieces at all?

Diggis · August 19, 2008, 10:35:05 AM

Quote from: Pat on August 19, 2008, 10:30:35 AM
LoL Shaun its almost as you was talking to me lol.... Looking real good there, just a small thought is to have the falls a litte bit wider and irregular if that is possible... Other then that I cant wait to see them in game!! Ohh btw did you make a dock pieces at all?

Thanks Pat. These are for the stream, and there isn't too much I can do to make them more irregular, although I have some plans for the edges a little. I will do some for the ponds which will have a bit more flexability. There is also some effects on the lot to give motion to it.

I haven't done dock pieces yet, but have a plan to do a bits and pieces set including small docks and beaches.

Pat · August 19, 2008, 10:37:31 AM

sweet OK I can't to get ahold of the streams waterfalls and then the ponds

callagrafx · August 19, 2008, 11:51:50 AM

Those are probably more suited to a less steep drop...to make them more realistic, the water should be predominantly white IMO, at the mo, they look more like rapids than falls.

Also, waterfalls don't have edges to them at all, and end up in a pool, so a 2 tile wide x 2 tile deep LOT for the base with a pool might be worth thinking about.

http://images.google.co.uk/images?ndsp=21&um=1&hl=en&q=waterfall&start=0&sa=N

Diggis · August 26, 2008, 11:31:18 PM

OK, in light of Lee's comments I've been working on a slightly different approach. It was something I was trying to figure out earlier and gave up on, but have tried again...
My initial test:

My latest rock face:

I'm going to add a few details in there, plus some texturing and there is a issue with the water colour which I need to fix.

Oh, and this is only a test for the top, I'll do a custom base or two for it too, along with a variation for the top too.

Comments, suggestions welcome.

Jmouse · August 26, 2008, 11:48:56 PM

I see quite a bit of improvement over your last photos, Shaun. Don't know how the water-modeling process works, so I can't be of any help in that area. But if you're interested in random observations, you need to take care that the water doesn't appear to run uphill before going over the falls. I'm really impressed with the progress you've made, though, and I know you'll get the details worked out.

Later...
JMS

Pat · August 27, 2008, 08:00:59 AM

oooh wow!!! its all I can say shaun, this is the most realistic falls Ive seen and Im so glad you are not gonna give up on this one...

FrankU · August 28, 2008, 01:21:45 AM

Well, this is a very interesting approach that I haven't seen before on any SC4 location.
The waterfall is quite realistic. Very good!
It reminds me of some waterfalls in RL that I visited where you can walk behind the falling water... Always a romantic-mysterious place with lots of moss, water and darkness.

art128 · August 28, 2008, 01:28:55 AM

very interesting

i like it as well

nice work diggis

paroch · August 29, 2008, 11:24:08 AM

Great stuff Shaun - these will be VERY popular when you get em done and dusted. The element of transparency (or at least perceived transparency) in that last picture is a very nice touch.

Diggis · August 29, 2008, 03:34:16 PM

Taken a break from waterfalls for the day, have begun work on a variety pack for the water. This will be part of a small series to add life to your waterways.

nerdly_dood · August 29, 2008, 03:50:32 PM

That dude has a HUGE bobber there

But othersiee it's a great start on this variety pack!

callagrafx · August 29, 2008, 04:02:36 PM

Quote from: nerdly_dood on August 29, 2008, 03:50:32 PM
That dude has a HUGE bobber there But othersiee it's a great start on this variety pack!

Carp fisherman

Jmouse · August 29, 2008, 04:22:58 PM

Very clever, Shaun! Mmmm, didn't I already tell you that today?

Anyway, the props in the boat are a really nice touch. Anxious to see what other ideas you come up with for this series.

Later...
Joan

Pat · August 29, 2008, 05:49:10 PM

Shaun looking real good there if I do say so!!! So what else is planned if you dont mind me asking?

Diggis · August 29, 2008, 11:44:46 PM

Thanks everyone. I'll try get some more pics today if I get to it.

Quote from: nerdly_dood on August 29, 2008, 03:50:32 PM
That dude has a HUGE bobber there But othersiee it's a great start on this variety pack!

Yeah, it's the smallest size that will show up in game. Any smaller and it dissapears.

art128 · August 30, 2008, 08:41:27 AM

<WOW> Amazing detail diggis

CasperVg · August 30, 2008, 09:13:05 AM

Very nice, I've used your pond/river kit today, and I'm really impressed, great work on it, and I'm looking forward to the Variety Pack.

Maybe you could do some canoes in various colors, perhaps with a prop family for random colors.