You shouldnt have to make those either or decisions, while its ok to start with one and lead to another, I think the worst thing any artist can do is limit themselves as it both reflects on professional options and artistic results. For career purposes, focus on environment and be able to hit both handpainted and…
Please do NOT take my post as an arrogant bragging thing; I can't emphasize how much I want this to be helpful and not seen as bragging. With the disclaimer stated here, I'll continue. I'm 26, I've been coming to Polycount for about 14 years, really working on my 3D and texture skills for about 11, and as of last Friday I…