Saturday, November 23, 2013

New Directions: Part I

Here's a quick painting I did this afternoon. It took me around 2 hours. 

Lately, I've been very inspired by illustrators like Chuck Groenink, Meg Hunt, and Jon Klassen who create very texture-driven, more simplistic illustrations. This method of creating an image is really interesting to me, and I am really eager to explore the relationship between simple drawings and hand-painted textures and the final Photoshop image.

Overall, I'm pleased with the direction this image took. It's got a little more playfulness, color and texture, and that's what I'm aiming for. I think it's good to try to stretch yourself in new directions in your own work, and that's what I hope to do with the next several pieces. I hope to post more of these in the next week or so as I continue to explore new methods of working.


2 comments:

Unknown said...

I'm liking the new look, Will–Also, my sketchbook just arrived a couple days ago, and I love it! Awesome sketches, and thanks so much for the note on the inside cover!

Will Kelly said...

Hi Seth! So glad it arrived safely! I hope it feels at home in your collection! Thanks for all your support, it means a lot.
-Will