https://www.richardworley.com/home daily 1.0 2023-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/dd5f5cbf-7c21-4407-a781-53c0e08d4713/richieHello.png https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/24171c8a-5a75-49b8-a3bd-bd3074f12f90/brad.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/007739c1-de6d-4319-ace3-1030e07818a3/steve.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/8714234e-8842-4b84-8b47-653243ec5836/jesse.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/add0f57c-4725-4b4e-b57e-e12ffa7d80cd/william.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/590af250-dc16-4104-a6bc-b9e73664abb6/1565062893266.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/6e66099c-a388-4db5-8ac5-5fde825532dc/michael.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/4843604e-c7a5-4875-9420-02363d9d1b11/lilei.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/1ac065fa-53a5-4e85-97be-3c40bc36dee0/1516302413944.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/1a91e98f-e588-4acf-bb8a-ed4e38e56e8d/zibits.jpg https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/0a119385-4d37-4789-90d5-ecb90cd91654/jin.jpg https://www.richardworley.com/about daily 0.75 2023-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/d9f0626d-d487-4aae-8460-14d73b42d809/me.png https://www.richardworley.com/contact daily 0.75 2023-02-28 https://www.richardworley.com/work daily 0.75 2023-03-02 https://www.richardworley.com/work/explorations-ephnc-zy7hm monthly 0.5 2023-04-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/d8be90fc-c4ae-4277-80d5-9fa760dc409e/TradeScreenMockupPostPurchaseEquipped.png Work - UI Style Explorations Here we have a merchant screen That I did as part of an art-test for Hytale. All assets except for the background, and the 3D model of the character were created by myself. I also created an interactive prototype of the concept which can be accessed by clicking on the image. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/485cf008-93f8-48f5-a4e8-0919cf087e5d/recipeBook.png Work - UI Style Explorations Here we have a design exploration showcasing the Minecraft Recipe book translated into the art style of Hytale. The goal was to recreate the look and feel of Hytale's UI while maintaining the functionality and usability of the original Minecraft Recipe book. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/932d6c7c-ff98-4a30-89e9-816c58741d70/Settings.png Work - UI Style Explorations A UI mockup of Hytale showcasing common settings options found in PC gaming. Utilizing a combination of official assets (such as the logo), and recreations of my own. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/9e7ef8f6-b6ee-4928-9ba9-772e09f09030/Add-Ons+%28back+up%29.png Work - UI Style Explorations This mockup showcases an exploration of the glass style taken to a further extent. The design emphasizes the use of transparency, simplicity, and elegance to create a visually appealing UI. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/50e612c9-2fa4-4813-afd3-d816fd4c1575/Frame.png Work - UI Style Explorations During the style explorations, we experimented with various approaches, including moving away from pixel art, and combining pixel art with smooth art to create a hybridized style. These explorations resulted in diverse visual solutions that aimed to enhance the user's experience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/850d1c84-75bc-4d90-90d3-a7b5d5fcdae3/Frame+6.1.png Work - UI Style Explorations Here we have another UI mockup that showcases the exploration of competitive minigames. This particular mockup demonstrates the potential of the UI style in this context, highlighting its ability to enhance the overall player experience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/d444f4bb-9cba-44f0-98dc-8b03ba389683/iPhone+-+Sample+Conversation%2C+Reflect+Content+Wrap+-+GUI1.png Work - UI Style Explorations Exploration into the NPC dialogue system, primarily utilized in Education Edition, proved to be a captivating undertaking. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/4fb2ac24-d0f4-4388-8db0-499e1f6b444c/NPC+Editor+-+Appearance+-+Open+Drawer+-+iPad.png Work - UI Style Explorations The NPC system concept is explored further in these fun UI mockups, showcasing the potential of the chosen design style. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/c588be3f-5634-4332-a899-4c0d2fab797f/Icon+only+party+%28Glass+Back%29.png Work - UI Style Explorations This style proved to be effective in several multiplayer experiences screens that we designed. https://www.richardworley.com/work/marketplace-ephnc-zy7hm-539lr monthly 0.5 2023-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/89bdf70a-666a-4a83-a0ab-acef6a36c8a8/Marketplace.png Work - Minecraft Marketplace Through the use of custom iconography, my UI mockups for the Marketplace enabled the tagging of individual content elements based on their respective content types, such as RTX or Realms+. This allowed for streamlined navigation and better organization within the platform. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/d11165f0-f718-4fba-88d3-78bf72d60385/Frame+26.png Work - Minecraft Marketplace This Marketplace UI mockup showcases a design iteration where the addition of side navigation and new iconography was introduced. The use of these elements were instrumental in improving user experience and enhancing the Marketplace's visual identity. As a UI artist, I was proud to contribute to this project and help bring it to life. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/eea378ab-a703-415f-9ab5-f5ea201a5718/Inventory+Landing.png Work - Minecraft Marketplace My contributions to the Minecraft Marketplace included creating custom pixel art for various modals, adding a unique touch to the user experience. These modals were integrated seamlessly into the overall design, enhancing the functionality and visual appeal of the Marketplace. There was a lot of this. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/cfa43b05-c271-47d9-991c-06da676f3a32/Inventory+Landing2.png Work - Minecraft Marketplace Integrating the branding of Realms+ with the Marketplace was a necessary step in creating a cohesive user experience. As a UI artist, my contributions involved designing and implementing UI elements that conveyed the Realms+ brand within the Marketplace, ensuring consistency and clarity for users as they navigate between the two services. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/f311b462-d6dd-4741-b3d7-6f0f33ffb801/Missing+offer+2.png Work - Minecraft Marketplace In this UI mockup, a simpler approach was attempted for a specific error message. The goal was to streamline the user experience and make error messages easier to understand and address. https://www.richardworley.com/work/realms-ephnc-zy7hm-satp6 monthly 0.5 2023-04-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/66acaa93-9a06-4712-a628-a4997b83ed84/newanimation1.gif Work - Minecraft Realms Here is a UI mockup that showcases the innovative use of parallax scroll to enhance the user experience and convey the premium nature of the Realms brand. The design incorporates elements specifically developed for the Realms brand, resulting in a cohesive and visually striking UI. Through the use of parallax scroll, users can engage with the UI in a more dynamic and immersive way, further highlighting the quality and uniqueness of the Realms service. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/f5ead253-a9f8-40d0-a9b8-8c1dab4966cb/super+main.png Work - Minecraft Realms During the development of Minecraft Realms+, I was tasked with creating the branding and UI mockups for this innovative subscription-based service. I pioneered a sleek and functional style that was implemented throughout the platform, ensuring a seamless user experience. This particular concept showcases my attention to detail in the FAQ section, which effectively communicated the service's features and benefits to users. At the time, the prototype name of Minepass was used. Overall, I am proud to have contributed to the success of Minecraft Realms+ through my expertise in UI design and branding. You may see the full scroll layout of this FAQ prototype by clicking the image. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/d12cb9e8-e3cb-409e-b355-cfa5ee1aab87/realm+owner.png Work - Minecraft Realms This image showcases my work on the branding of Realms as it evolved over time, and was further developed and expressed through simple UI elements. During this exploratory phase of UI design, we began changing the primary navigation for many commonly used screens, and I was instrumental in pioneering the style and developing the UI mockups for all of them. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/0ca6eeb5-04c7-413e-aea4-834a14e329d3/Main.png Work - Minecraft Realms Here is a UI mockup that showcases the ongoing development process during this phase. It provides a glimpse into the iterative design approach taken to refine the UI elements and enhance the user experience. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/217e0e79-810e-45bf-8882-62975b3b2b90/Specialized+Call+To+Action.png Work - Minecraft Realms Here we witness the successful integration of branding into the UI design, resulting in a unique and captivating style that elevates the user experience. This accomplishment was achieved through meticulous attention to detail and a deep understanding of both branding and UI design principles. https://www.richardworley.com/work/launcher-ephnc-zy7hm-kzzb7 monthly 0.5 2023-02-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/bbc42534-07ed-4abd-bb81-a55713e02e83/biggerwiggleMoreSlime.gif Work - Minecraft Launcher This is an image of the Minecraft Launcher, which I designed to feature a subtle yet eye-catching animation on the green dot breadcrumb. Inspired by the game's slimes, the animation is designed to guide the user's attention and add a touch of playfulness to the UI. The launcher also includes clear visual cues to help users easily understand its purpose and navigate its features. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/4e4cce92-834d-45f7-9fca-2a15f03345cb/Launcher+-+Legends3.png Work - Minecraft Launcher Here we have a glimpse of the preliminary design work for the Minecraft Legends preorder reveal within the Launcher. I was responsible for creating UI mockups that included basic animations and a user flow that would guide the expected experience. Additionally, I collaborated with 3D artists to produce the necessary assets for the final animated product that was implemented in the UI. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/a7dd652d-8192-4afd-9c9c-cf2f9d475ab2/Hero_Dungeons.png Work - Minecraft Launcher This image showcases the brand button guidelines that were developed as part of the Launcher project. These guidelines were instrumental in ensuring consistency and cohesiveness throughout the UI design, and provided a clear framework for the creation of new UI elements. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/63f4b08efd0e4c4dba53bb2c/a40ee841-4e9f-434a-b69c-18838beed58c/Hero_Legends.png Work - Minecraft Launcher Yet more brand button guidelines that were developed as part of the launcher project.