Batmobile Design Competition: WINNER!Batmobile Design Competition: WINNER! Congratulations to Paul Denton for winning the Batmobile Design Competition!  Paul's rendering, seen above, captures that "bad ass" feel of the Dark Knight: it's moody, menacing, and full of drama. ...

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CDF's Batmobile Design ContestCDF's Batmobile Design Contest CarDesignFetish knows that you like cool cars.  We also know that you like to sketch cool cars.  What happens when you put the two together?  A really cool design contest, that's what! We're...

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Dwayne Vance: Design and Render Vehicles Online Course (March 3)Dwayne Vance: Design and Render Vehicles Online Course... Superstar Designer/Artist (and friend of CDF) Dwayne Vance is hosting an online class for rendering vehicles in Photoshop and Painter.  This Thursday, March 3rd at 2PM EST (11PST) Dwayne will be hosting...

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Sketch P*rn: February EditionSketch P*rn: February Edition February is over, and that means more awesome sketches were released in the month.  Point your eyeballs here for great digital work from Volkswagen, pencil sketches from Renault, sketches over photos...

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How to Make Cute CarsHow to Make Cute Cars Cars that share the general traits of a baby’s face trigger the ‘Isn’t it cute’ response in consumers. The Fiat 500 is the latest in a long line of "cute cars."  So what is it about cars...

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Designer Updates Pontiac Solstice

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What would a possible next-generation Pontiac Solstice look like?  Well, had the company stuck around, Macedonian designer Dejan Hristov’s aggressive version might be ready for show rooms.  Hristov created a sexy convertible that would look great not only as a concept car, but maybe even in the latest Transformers flick.

Hristov melded sculptural form language with Pontiac heritage, updating the now famous “nostrils” of the brand but maintaining the proportions that it is known for.  If the last Solstice was a little too soft or curvacious for your tastes, then this update might be manly enough for you.

You can follow Hristov at his DeviantArt page at: http://dejanhristov.deviantart.com

Thanks, Dejan!

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Audi Releases A3 Concept Sketches

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Audi has released some new sketches of its upcoming Geneva A3-based concept car. The vehicle, which incorporates a “low, flowing roof dome and a coupe-like, low C pillar” looks like an A3 with a chopped roofline.  The shrunken DLO really gives the car an aggressive appearance.  The proportions of the vehicle in the sketch are probably very close to the actual car, and the the stance is all modern Audi.

The sketches are classic Audi, which is to say that even in a little bit of looseness in rendering style they’re still very tight and precise.  There are some nice cores and use of white space, with nary any fluff that we see in other, more glitzy concept sketches.  These are great to use as references for your demos.

[via Audi press release]

Autoline on CDF Returns for NAIAS 2011

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Our friends at Autoline are back with some terrific NAIAS coverage yet again! This year, they have two full days of coverage with interviews, first looks, and late-breaking news from the show floor. Expect to see some reveals, interviews with Designers, and more as the team works its butt off to make the show a great one.

Join in on Monday and Tuesday for live video coverage and chat from 12:30PM EST until 2PM EST.

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The Best Concept Cars of the Year

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Steven Ewing, one of our friends over at Autoblog, has posted a terrific list of some of the best and most innovative concept cars from 2010.  Its’ interesting to see some of the major trends that were evolving through the year, as eco-consciousness influenced both interior and exterior design.

Vehicles are becoming more muscular and pure, with design-languages focusing on tension and the use of lighting in exciting ways.  Have a look at the great recap, and be prepared for the kickoff of 2011 with NAIAS right around the corner.

Link via Autoblog

(Thanks, Steven!)

Happy Holidays!!!!

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Have a great Holiday everybody!!!  Keep an eye out for Santa’s new sleigh….

Chuck Jordan, Former VP of GM Design, Passes Away

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Very few individuals can hold the title of “Legendary Automotive Designer”.  Chuck Jordan was one of those.

This past Thursday, Dec 9th, Mr Jordan passed away at the age of 83.  Jordan was best known for an incredible career at General Motors, spanning 5 decades from 1949 until 1992, and culminating with his appointment as just the fourth ever VP of Design within the company in 1986.

He was influential in the magical era of vehicle design (50s-60s) and brought General Motors to the forefront in the 1980s and 1990s.  One of his most famous creations, the 1956 Buick Centurion, is still regarded as one of the greatest of the General’s concept vehicles.

Chuck Jordan will be missed.  RIP.

[via Autoblog]

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Daniel Simon Explains the Design Process of the Tron Lightcycle

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When Automotive/Concept Designer Daniel Simon was tasked to update the iconic lightcycle from 80′s cult hit Tron, the task seemed daunting.  Two decades had passed since the first film was released, and with CGI technology advancing at an exponential rate the styling direction for the sequel’s vehicle had to both reflect the change and retain the heritage of the first.

In this clip, Simon reveals his process for designing the new icon, showcasing his sketching and theme development along the way.  Have a gander and get ready for the 3-D epic deploying next week.

It’s Here!! 2011 Rendered Hope Calendar

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So we are little late this year but the calendar is ready to go.  The Rendered Hope Charity Calendar has the usual mix of concept car, hot rod, motorcycle, race car and fine art all wrapped up into 12 months of eye candy.  Just like the past 2 years all the profits will go toward buying toys for the boys and girls at the Detroit Children’s Hospital.  This will be a limited sale so act fast to make sure you get one (or many) in time.   Take a look through the samples below and continue to the CDf store to buy.  A huge thanks goes out to all the designers and artist who contributed this year.

Buy it at the CDf store now!!

[Video] Interview with Gael Buzyn, Cadillac Interior Design Manager

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Interiors of concept vehicles are possibly heads and tails more challenging to design than the exteriors.  The daunting task of creating an interior that is both highly innovative and beautiful, while at the same time being comfortable as the driver’s home away form home, is one that shouldn’t  be undertaken lightly.

Gael Buzyn, Interior Design Manager for the Cadillac Urban Luxury Concept (ULC), debuting at the LA Auto Show, was recently pinged about just that topic.  How do you make a vehicle’s interior engaging, meaningful and new?  In the clip, Gael discusses the intent behind the creation, as well as how it possibly foreshadows not only Cadillac but also the luxury market as a whole.

Interviewed by Adam Barrera of highmileage.org and Nick Saporito and Alex Villani of GMInsideNews.

[Thanks, Adam!]

Hydra Design Labs

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Well this will brighten your Monday.  Four car designers have opened up their own studio called Hydra Design Labs, a design consultancy.  The designers have contributed to more than 25 show cars and over 20 production vehicles.  Their work varies greatly in the transportation sector showing concept cars, hot rods, motorcycles and video game autos.  Hydra Design Labs is a full service consultancy providing everything you would need to create a product.

If you don’t need any work done then still be sure to check out their website to view the amazing amount of Sketch P*rn loaded on the site.  If you need any rendering reference they have it all.  Skills cover everything from pencil sketches to highly polished renderings.  Click after the jump to see an assortment of images and the formal press release.

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