Question about the actual file sizes for high-res digital art

I just read that a single, detailed digital painting can be over 2 gigabytes, which really surprised me (I found that on a pro artist's blog). Is that normal for your work, or is it overkill for most online showcases?

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grantp2813d ago

Yeah, over 2 gigs is totally possible. I've seen PSD files for detailed illustrations with tons of layers hit 3 or 4 gigs easy. It's not overkill if you need to go back and edit things later, those layers add up fast.

scott.drew13d ago

Ever try opening one of those on an old laptop?

morgan89812d ago

Totally, my old laptop would just give up.