The world of Raethrig

[Ephene]

Hey guys !

So here is the second map I made with Photoshop for a friend.
He asked me to not labelled it, that's why there is no names or cities on the map.

The style of the Maelstrom at the middle is abit different but I kindda like it this way
Of course, I'm welcome to any critics in order to improve my next maps !



If you're curious and want to see my first map and, eventually, the progress (or not :p) I made from this one, I invite to visit my DA's profile : https://ephene.deviantart.com/gallery/

[steelmccoy]

This looks great! I really like your mountains. The ocean looks pretty great, too. I checked out your other map - these are fantastic for your first couple of maps. I'm not sure about the maelstrom - the style is a little different from the rest of the map. But if you like it - that's good! One thing you might try is adding tree trunks to the bottom line of the forest. Since the mountains have the isometric style, it might add a little bit. I haven't done it myself, but there are a lot of good tutorials floating around for drawing forests.

[Ephene]

Hey,

Thank you!
Something I did not say about the maelstrom: it's intendend to be a kind of magic vortex (with a lot of magic-storm, magic effects etc.) in my friend's world. That's the main reason why I like it this way (but you're right, the style is definitely different).
Otherwise, I like your idea and I haven't really thought about it before. I'll try this on my next map!

[Kellerica]

Hey there, and welcome to the Guild! I'm pretty sure I haven't come across you before, but my memory is utter crap so do forgive me if we've already crossed paths and I've forgotten

I have to say, both this and the one before that, are pretty darn great for first maps! Both do look a touch crisp though, you might want to try and soften the lineart and overall look a bit, in order to make it look a tad less digital. Your color scheme is great and the landshapes look fantastic.

You're off to a wonderful start, I look forward to seeing more maps from you!

[Matthew VE]

Looks great! Especially for a second map. I agree with Kelleri about the lineart being a bit too crisp and digital looking. Other than that, keep it up!

[Ephene]

Thank you guys for your advices !
Good thing you told me about the lineart ; I didn't really realised before. Guess I'll take a little bit more time on this next time.
As I'm still working of maps elements to improve their look, I think the overall look will be better with more practice and time spending on it.

I think my next map will be a regional map as a personal work ; it should be a pretty good exercise to work on those points.

[FrancescaBaerald]

You're doing great! Keep up the wonderful work!