Derrick Malik Johnson
@derrickmalikjohnson.com
30 | LO / 原画 / ニゲン | 2D Animator | Story Artist | 18+ Artist | Clients: Luv Letter Studio, Studio EMT2, Triple-A Studio, A24, Gylee Games, DTVA, CNS, Titmouse, OLM Studio, Studio Leo, Studio Mother, Studio Gaina, Contrail/Mappa, Studio Miyu Minors DNI
created June 22, 2023
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Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Oh dude this hits hard, one of the animators i love for years did this and was supporting it. Had to do the meanest unfollow because shes an animator but used an ai to animate her drawing...shit broke my soul
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I love this!!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Dude i fudging know!!! Ive been looking for more DS and 3DS games on there and seeing people trying to charge 100-700 for a game is beyond crazy
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
im trying to remember but i think there was an idea of having MODO in one of the ep
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Holy, I’m having a childhood flashback
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
thats great
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
nice oc
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com)
Another one in the bag, got to work on episode 22 of Uchuujin MuMu doing LO and Genga. Thank you @kenzyxart.bsky.social for bringing me on. また一つ完了しました。Uchuujin MuMuのエピソード22のLOと原画を担当しました。改めて、 @kenzyxart.bsky.social さん、お誘いいただきありがとうございます。 #宇宙人ムームー #rkgk #animework
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Glad to hear it and keep up with the style update!! -Bronxden
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Congratulations Moss!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Ohhhh, I’m stupid now lol
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
who?
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com)
Ok so I have a question, if you had the power to change or alter time would you?
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com)
Got a new friend today
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I think you should
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
lets go!!!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
bruce timm or chris sanders
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
thats badass homie
Nic Parris (@nicparris.bsky.social) reposted
I was lucky enough to do the 2D concepts for all the Kpop Demon Hunter Funko POPs for @netflix.com and @funko.bsky.social ! You can pre-order them at Funko.com! (Yes, I'm aware these Funko POPs doodles are off model. I will not be addressing notes, heh heh.)
Hannah Lee Stockdale (LOOKING 4 WORK) (@hanoodles.bsky.social) reposted
Happy Labor Day! I’m an experienced animation worker who is really struggling financially right now. Please consider me!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
The hell you mean by that because only clown I seen and heard is the jackass whoever say something that damn stupid
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
The king has returned
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I think it would have been but I also love that you took chances over the 10 years to develop more with other stories. Yeah I would’ve loved to see more development with Mya and Janet but man you have some amazing pieces over the years and that’s a feat of its on
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Unfortunately I can’t see that idea being a long lasting one because there would be no monetary gains from the first release and could impact the overall gains. That would scare the current model/investors more because of the potential gains to make even or bring in more revenue.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
You win a cookie
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Because story wasnt hitting the right notes and sometimes it can happen by accident but theres more time where its forced because suits arent feeling it anymore and wants something else.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Again we can do this but its management that needs to fight for the artist and writers. Ive been on projects where writers have the final say so and or those who never wrote or worked in animation making things more complicated down the road for development. Stop having too many cooks in the kitchen
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Not really a pipe dream at this point.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
- Actually give chances to new IP and letting them find their own fandoms without forcing it. - Supporting shows / movies so that they can have proper conclusions rather than rushing its ending. - Let artist contribute more to development for animation rather than letting one party have all control
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com)
Only thing i hope studios take from this : - Give time and chances for development - Give healthy time management for production and deadlines. - Have the story completed within a reasonable time frame or not forcing artist to change everything at the last second from script change.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I mean I know a few industry peers who also have an OF or nsfw and it only encourages them and love seeing that for people
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Oh gotcha gotcha
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Lewd side?
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Well I wanna learn blender for props and BG designs (low poly) for boarding.
☆SHUZE☆ (@shuze.bsky.social) reposted
#oc with no name
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Love this design!!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com)
Ok I’ll be in California from October 22-28th for Lightbox. If anyone wants to meet up and hangout, maybe day drawing and something let me know
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Loving this energy!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Link?
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
How about both
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com)
So starting with blender, Do I start with the doughnut tutorial or frog tutorial?
James Suhr (@jamessuhr.bsky.social) reposted
Sorry to repost this, but since it was a prototype to this series, I redrew it more in the style of the others and colored it. Enjoy! 3 more to go in this series. #jamessuhr #bassist #sketch #doodle #punk #rock #musician #music
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Cute!!!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Why hate?
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
True but I’m a fan of having foot locker trunks. Saves on space
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
That sounds heavenly
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
There was a local ice cream parlor back in my old college town that made the best pistachios and dark chocolate ice cream on top of their other flavors like the green matcha mint and my personal favorite, banana-walnut fudge
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I mean advertising in what you want to create or are comfortable creating/sharing. People don’t tend to ask if they know you aren’t comfortable or have shared works/similarity they might be interested in commissioning
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com)
Imma keep saying this, if you love something buy the physical copies if offered. I go to local garage sales or online to buy my Blu-ray/dvds because sometimes they don’t exist with streaming. It’s crazy on how many guest I get asking for physical media because their tired of streaming:
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I mean, it kinda goes on how you advertise yourself though. Like a primarily a NSFW artist but I draw sfw pinups and sfw adjacent where I get commission for both all the time. Matters on how people are engaging with your work or if you’re even posting it.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Naw, in this take satan was his blow up doll.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Ooo I like that
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com)
I think trump knows that if there's an after life that he's about to become Satan blowup doll.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
This looks amazing! I do have a question though. How are you liking TVPaint? im thinking of investing into it because ive been using CSP for my anime work and thinking about branching out to something new
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Sir...good sir
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I respect the honesty
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Imma bring my steamdeck to cali
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I’m planning maybe 5-7days
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Will i be able to meet the puppers?
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com)
Well..looks like I’m going to LBX
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Nani the fuck
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
i never watched it either
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Teasing? they damn near went full on. Like hey NSFW artist here and imma tell ya i seen more pieces that were tamer than that zetsy transformation.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com)
So after todays New Panty and Stocking episode and seeing the power up transformation from the sisters.... Studio Trigger just needs to make an official hentai and get it over with because you can tell they really want to make something but have to pull back.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Love your work like always Hiz!!! -Bronxden
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Unfortunately it will rebuild itself just the same before because people who would rebuild that structure would bring back those they deemed up to par. Again its something that has to be worked and repaired, not destroyed.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Not really, because at a time it was getting better but when the decline of streaming and multiple other factors (outsourcing, labor cost, management). People were given chances and many have been able to find and keep their footing compared to most of the old guard because demand is changing.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I love animation and would love to work in the studios again but right now...idk, i don't even think I belong and need to find my own answers by working on personal stuff, learning new tip and tricks and just rediscovering myself and how i can feel fulfilled without the studios
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Shit sucks and at the point i tend to look at applications for potential and have to constantly ask, "is this for formality? is the position even real? or wonder who they got?" I apply either way but I always feel i know the answer but the only thing i can do is create and find answers elsewhere.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
With the way that the industry is right now too many show runners or word of mouth from a limited group, or will keep recommending the same people and don't leave much opportunities for others and it fucking sucks. Either i have to be in location for a possibility of work.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com)
Can i be honest for a minute? *imma delete it later* With the current state of the industry, i don't think i will ever get hired again to work for studios and i can be honest with myself or at least until we get a boom and people are willing to to give more opportunity and chances to others.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
whats going on now?
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
IT center
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Only reason is because John kept bitching and moaning about it and how it’s a stain on Disney image. Hands down one of the best pieces they ever created
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Dude, I had this tv
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Honestly best move
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I kinda want to start doing something like this, it seems so much fun and great learning material
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
In the kind words of my old teacher, “stop being a little bitch and reach out because you deserve to be heard but for stories/memories to be formed”
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Looks like a tension headache with possible migraines
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Thank you, glad someone else is lol
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Oh shit!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Now it is, I bought it years ago
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Moho is pretty solid pick, especially Moho 14. Again at that price and investment i think both Moho and TVPaint are good for stand alone software.
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Well i bought the license when i was working in studios but to upgrade its going to cost 899 with support being at 216 and an additional 216 a year to keep up support. Im sorry but TVPaint, CSP EX and Blender would be better at this point
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Uh who the fuck is thinking or second guessing you? Because fuck them
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Huh
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Post those wins and happiness
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I was a huge sucker of Kobayashi and when these episode first came out i was so blown away because these didnt feel like the normal fillers in naruto but something more. The narrative and color directions for these were amazing and always great to go back to
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Holy crap your animations are top tier!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
I love them!!!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Congratulations Ron!!!!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
thank you Dezz
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
lol, thats me
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Thank you chroma!
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Lol who would you be?
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
thank you kindly
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Thank you krash
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Thank you Hannah
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Thank you Kaban
Derrick Malik Johnson (@derrickmalikjohnson.com) reply parent
Thank you Oneill!