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# アートアイデア

## Where to Start

You may have an idea in your head of what you want a new asset to look like, but creating a moodboard or a collection of references can still help refine your ideas and reach a great outcome more quickly.

<figure><img src="/files/TS48L6YBRj3EGB6sMyHJ" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Seek a variety of art styles for inspiration.</td></tr><tr><td>Look for image references for shape, color, light, shadow, poses, motion, utility, etc.</td></tr><tr><td>Use a variety of media for inspiration, including photos, illustrations, LEGOs, pixel art, etc.</td></tr></tbody></table>

Review selections to identify key elements to emphasize on a smaller voxel scale.

**Example:**

Common main features of tigers and similar creatures in the Pinterest board below include stripes, ears, a nose/snout, and tail.

<figure><img src="/files/uXXWkVzum5GVVqjFue7S" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

## Translating to Voxel Assets

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Aim for a recognizable and unique design</td></tr><tr><td>Determine if a template or other asset you’ve made will help save time</td></tr><tr><td>Use the most interesting reference and work it in VoxEdit until it feels alive</td></tr><tr><td>Build key elements consistent across your references into your design</td></tr><tr><td>Test to ensure it is recognizable from any distance (adjust color, light, shadow, and shape)</td></tr><tr><td>Aim for efficiency in face count and node count for better game performance</td></tr><tr><td>Ask this important question: Is this the best design possible?</td></tr></tbody></table>

**Example:**

The most recognisable bear face in the mood board and references of men in suits serve as inspiration for the final result on the right.

<div><figure><img src="/files/h9AIsES4kq8Yp4EyuPAK" alt=""><figcaption><p>Moodboard of references made on Pinterest</p></figcaption></figure> <figure><img src="/files/OgkFWrR4skErtsefDAgU" alt=""><figcaption><p>Final result made in VoxEdit, rendered</p></figcaption></figure></div>
