Kerry suggested that we all use the storyboards we created as jumping off points for creating 3 or more finished portfolio pieces. Following her direction I am doing exactly that. Below is what is on my drafting table right now. Right now I am working out the details of the composition before I move on to the next phase. I would love to hear what you think about the composition so far.
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Hi Lauren,
I love the feel of this illustration so far. I prefer A's receding background to B's more flattened one. Creates greater depth. It doesn't take away from the central figures at all: all the figures are facing the main one so the viewer's eye goes right where you want it.
Two things that catch my eye: 1) The central figure is pretty centered. You may want to off-set her a little for a stronger composition (maybe try this in Photoshop). 2) Watch the sizes of your children to your adults. The woman in the center of the image is a little large compared to the boy on the right.
I love the movement of the figures on the left, that little girl really draws me in.
Good luck! Can't wait to see the finished piece.
Hey Lauren
I prefer background A as well. Love the little dancing girl and the details of the pots and items around the pueblo. I also really like the willowy shape of the girl on the left, how she is leaning into the group, creates a nice "circular" shape that directs the eye back around. One thing I might try on the background is push your angle even farther.... actually have the roofline of the pueblo break the top border of the image and therefor have a greater downward left line pulling the eye into the image.
Hi Lauren, I love the composition in this final drawing and the feeling of all the different characters and their placement. I would say I think her eyes are spaced a little far apart. I know it's a rough sketch, but just wanted to point that out.
Looking forward to seeing your finished.
