I think he usually takes screenshots from the Nexus and/or other sites that have quality screenshots of hi res armor retextures. Much of his recent build artwork uses armors from the aMidianborn Book of Silence texture pack, and since Mason plays on Xbox, he can't have taken those himself.
I can't speak for Mason specifically, but the general method for this type of job is to work in layers -- have the human model layer, the armor layer, the background/environment layer, the lighting layer, and then overlay effects like depth of field and maybe film grain and such. Mason has a couple of Photoshop tutorials in the Art group where he does this.
So as far as finding the art for each layer, it's basically just a matter of knowing what you're looking for. Again, you can't go wrong with hi res retextures such as the aMidianborn series, Nightingale Prime, gloriouz's Daedric/Stalhrim sets, Rafuel's Robes, etc. Generally, you can find solid screenshots of these on the Nexus. From there, the only other big thing to consider is to make sure you find a model whose pose will work with your armor screenshot. And, of course, that you can handle the actual image manipulation process.
I think he usually takes screenshots from the Nexus and/or other sites that have quality screenshots of hi res armor retextures. Much of his recent build artwork uses armors from the aMidianborn Book of Silence texture pack, and since Mason plays on Xbox, he can't have taken those himself.
I can't speak for Mason specifically, but the general method for this type of job is to work in layers -- have the human model layer, the armor layer, the background/environment layer, the lighting layer, and then overlay effects like depth of field and maybe film grain and such. Mason has a couple of Photoshop tutorials in the Art group where he does this.
So as far as finding the art for each layer, it's basically just a matter of knowing what you're looking for. Again, you can't go wrong with hi res retextures such as the aMidianborn series, Nightingale Prime, gloriouz's Daedric/Stalhrim sets, Rafuel's Robes, etc. Generally, you can find solid screenshots of these on the Nexus. From there, the only other big thing to consider is to make sure you find a model whose pose will work with your armor screenshot. And, of course, that you can handle the actual image manipulation process.
Ahh yes, thanks. I know the process of shopping more or less, what I needed was how he got his raw pictures, thanks for the suggestion, on looking for armor packs in the nexus.
The actual problem I have is for the actual model for where I'm gonna throw all the armor pieces at. I wanted to know how specifically Mason typed in Google or any search engine, so I can reference that.
Ahh yes, thanks. I know the process of shopping more or less, what I needed was how he got his raw pictures, thanks for the suggestion, on looking for armor packs in the nexus.
The actual problem I have is for the actual model for where I'm gonna throw all the armor pieces at. I wanted to know how specifically Mason typed in Google or any search engine, so I can reference that.
I'm finally getting around to playing this build, however this is my first go at alchemy. I watched the vid, however I am in need of a recipe list. Does anyone have a link to one that's easy to understand? It would be much appreciated.
I'm finally getting around to playing this build, however this is my first go at alchemy. I watched the vid, however I am in need of a recipe list. Does anyone have a link to one that's easy to understand? It would be much appreciated.
UESP - Alchemy Effects is a handy guide!
I'm also new, but had to try the build out. It's not forgiving! It's really hard if you're not lucky with gear either. I didn't get my atronach boost until level 46 (2 philters within two merchants after all that time)! Having been so long without gear and spellpower I had to take some shortcuts, and strategies. So I went with Nightingale armor (which I still use because its beautiful) and I made good use of Auriel's Bow for a while. Here's a fun trick with the Atronach power: if you're needing to level Alteration or just level with a spell like Muffle, cast Circle of Protection first, and top it up ever so often: infinite Muffle/Ironflesh levelling! Thanks Mason for a great character.
UESP - Alchemy Effects is a handy guide!
I'm also new, but had to try the build out. It's not forgiving! It's really hard if you're not lucky with gear either. I didn't get my atronach boost until level 46 (2 philters within two merchants after all that time)! Having been so long without gear and spellpower I had to take some shortcuts, and strategies. So I went with Nightingale armor (which I still use because its beautiful) and I made good use of Auriel's Bow for a while. Here's a fun trick with the Atronach power: if you're needing to level Alteration or just level with a spell like Muffle, cast Circle of Protection first, and top it up ever so often: infinite Muffle/Ironflesh levelling! Thanks Mason for a great character.
I personally vamped up for the soul cairn quest and then got cured afterwards BEFORE continuing with dawnguard quests. Best to do most soul cairn quests while you can, but I'd keep Serena as a follower in any case.
I personally vamped up for the soul cairn quest and then got cured afterwards BEFORE continuing with dawnguard quests. Best to do most soul cairn quests while you can, but I'd keep Serena as a follower in any case.