Lol, yes! I just meant that I was always usually focused more on character design than UI. And I'd like to start a focus on UI design since getting a job in graphic design but having a passion for games.
"I have always loved characters and making games and designing stuff in Photoshop." That does not sound so much like UI to me, are you sure we are talking about the same thing ? There are kind of UI Artists and UI Designers and some that do it all. The UI artists focus on the art execution and the designers on the layout…
+1 for everything Stinger88 said. You'll want to stress graphic design, art, and animation. Having some programming knowledge (which you'd probably pick up anyway) is also incredibly valuable. I'm a UI guy and went toward the coding end. It's really easy to switch industries (if you have to) and finding a job has never…
I forgot to mention a brief background of myself - I am currently a graphic designer at a digital advertising agency. I have been working there for over a year now so I do have graphic design background. I ALSO did go to school and got my degree in Game Art and Design. The only thing I wish they did have a class on was UI…
Oh shit! I didn't know you were on Polycount Liam. Nice GDC talk! I've seen a few people get hired by smaller studios as a result of UI redesigns they've done on games. I remember seeing one for Hawken awhile ago that was pretty good. Maybe you could pick a game you've invested a lot of time into with a so-so UI and focus…
Hey everyone, I feel like this was the appropriate place to ask for advice, but I have been wanting to look into becoming a great UI artist. Growing up, I have always loved characters and making games and designing stuff in Photoshop. Unfortunately, my school never got into UI art - something I really want to look into…
QFT - UI is one of the more painful jobs in games--usually unappreciated, usually complex/technical, and usually involves more "complete overhauls" than other disciplines, imho, so you'll need a thick skin and learn how to not be too attached to your work. A lot of artists end up getting sucked into it because the team…
Hey Andz I am a UI artist, or should I say was until about 2 months ago when I switched to concept art, however part of my job is also to concept UI as well as everything else...anyhoo. I was a UI artist for 3yrs. I didnt specialise in graphic design but I work with people who did and they are very good at what they do. I…